Summer fashion can be a bit of a double edged sword at times. On one hand, we have such beautiful and breezy sundresses, linen trousers, and those gorgeous bias-cut skirts. But on the other hand, lightweight fabrics can be notoriously unforgiving. They seem to show every seam, line, lump and bump which can make us feel more than a little self conscious.
It’s no wonder that shapewear is having a massive resurgence right now. But forget the heavy, bone-crushing corsets of the past. Today’s shapewear is less about hiding yourself and more about enhancing the curves that you have been blessed with.
Shapewear silently gives us that extra bit of confidence to rock our favourite outfits while feeling totally supported and safe.
Who Is Shapewear For?
There used to be a bit of a stigma that shapewear was only for red carpet events, weddings or formal occasions. Thankfully, those days are gone. Whether you’re a gym devotee looking for a smooth line under leggings, or someone who just wants to feel a bit more tucked in during a brunch date, this is for you.
It’s especially become a best friend to postpartum mums, because let’s face it, our bodies go through an absolute marathon during pregnancy and birth. Personally, after having my second child my skin noticeably looser than it used to be.
Shapewear provides a gentle hug and support to abdominal muscles that are still knitting themselves back together as you heal after childbirth. It helps clothes drape the way they used to, reconnecting you with your feminine silhouette for structure and shape.
And sometimes, just knowing everything is held in place allows you to focus more on your baby, coffee, friends and having a great time rather than fidgeting and adjusting your shirt every five minutes. We should therefore think of modern shapewear as a primer for our body. Just as we might use a primer under foundation to create a smooth base, shapewear irons out the transitions between our natural curves.
It’s not about hiding or changing our size, but adding support and structure, creating a seamless canvas so that our clothes can do the talking. No more worrying about visible panty lines or a waistband digging in at exactly the wrong spot; just a sleek, streamlined look that lets you move with comfort and ease.
From Functional To Fashionable
The biggest shift concerning shapewear in recent years is undoubtedly the comfort. We’ve officially entered the era of all-day wear thanks to high-tech, breathable fabrics which mean we no longer feel like we’re trapped in a sauna beneath our clothes, even in the summer heat.
The innovation hasn’t stopped at shorts and underwear either, as we’re now seeing a huge rise in shapewear hybrids, such as tank tops for layering under sheer blouses or wearing on their own with jeans. Supportive vests offer discreet chest support and midsection smoothing without the need for a separate bra, and bodysuits have become the ultimate one and done piece that stays tucked in all day long.
FeelinGirl: Bust, Waist & Abdomen Control Tank Top
A shapewear brand that I personally love is FeelinGirl and their gorgeous range of summer tank tops which help to support the bust with no need to wear a separate bra. It’s built-in body shaping provides comfort and support for the waist and abdomen, with adjustable straps for a seamless, second-skin fit .
It feels more like a fashion garment than shapewear, as it’s so effortlessly comfortable, breathable, soft, and skin-friendly, preventing stomach rolls and bulges that typically form around my bra bands, back and sides when I sit or twist. It’s seamless design also reduces friction, with its generous hem preventing it from slipping or rolling up.
Suitable for every body shape, it’s ideal for casual or formal look as it can be worn on its own as a vest top, or layered beneath a shirt, blouse or dress.
Shapewear has powerfully evolved from a secret that we used to hide in the back of the drawer to a wardrobe staple that we’re finally proud to talk about. It’s about celebrating our shape, feeling secure in our skin, and falling in love with our silhouette all over again.
So, if you’ve been on the fence about shapewear then this might just be the summer to give it a go. After all, looking your best is great, but feeling your best is the real goal!
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