Shapewear is a great way to get the fit you are looking for in clothing terms. Whether you want to look slimmer, or you are looking for a solution that presents you with all the confidence you need, it is a surefire way to help you feel in control. 

However, choosing the wrong shapewear for your body can manifest in disastrous ways. It can present you with a muffin-top or even copious amounts of discomfort or downright lack of breath. This happens when you either choose the wrong size, or the wrong type of shapewear. 

If you are looking to purchase new shapewear, but have no idea which one to choose, this guide created by us at David's Imports was made just for you. Read on to find out how you can get the best shapewear for your body type.

What do you want to achieve? 

Shapewear comes in different types of control:

• Light control
• Firm control
• Extra-firm control

Light control shapewear is ideal for anyone who is looking to smooth out small bulges or troublesome areas. 

Firm control is best for people who want to highlight their curves and add contour to their body. 

Extra-firm control is designed for anyone who is looking to wear tight-fitted clothing such as wedding dresses, cocktail dresses or evening gowns. 

No matter which one of these controls you are looking for, it is imperative to note that one should never feel out of breath or uncomfortable when wearing shapewear. 

 

Which part of your body are you looking to highlight? 

• Upper body
• Lower body
• All over control

If you are looking to hide your bra bulge or avoid a muffin-top, choosing upper body shapewear is the best solution for you. These nifty pieces will slim down your waist, shape your belly and trim your back in a jiffy.

Lower body control shapewear is best suited for people who are looking to slim down their bottom, thighs or legs. These come in panty or bike shorts-like designs.

All over control shapewear is ideal for people who are looking to achieve a sleeker physique. These come in full body pieces. 

 

Which shapewear is best for you? 

First we need to identify your body type. There is apple, rectangle, hourglass, pear and triangle. 

Apple body types are identified thanks to their narrow shoulders and hips but thicker stomachs. For this physique, you should opt for waistline defining shapewear, panties or bodysuits. 

When it comes to rectangular bodies — meaning small busts and slim figures, you need to get a curve-boosting model such as butt lifting shorts. 

Those who were blessed with hourglass figures on the other hand, need to opt for waist-slimming briefs. These hide muffin-tops and back bumps. 

 

 

Pear bodies — those which are heavier at the bottom, need to go for shaper short designs or body shaping leggings. 

For those who have a fuller bust (triangle), the best options are braless shaping camis and bodysuits. 

Remember that our bodies all vary from one shape to another. Shapewear is not designed to transform your body into something that it isn't, but rather to highlight your shape and boost your confidence. 

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