For our small chests, we noticed that the straps created a bit of a lift, giving our girls a nice look without the need to turn to push-up bras. We’ve discussed this sculpting bodysuit many times in the past, even naming it the best shapewear that Skims has to offer, which, for a shapewear-heavy brand, that’s a tough feat.

Once the data was collected, we picked the 18 best shapewear pieces that outperformed the others, and wrote about our experiences in this article. From best-in-class concealer to the black pants you need for work, check out all of our InStyle Picks content. These shorts embrace everything from your thigh up to your underboob in a tight grip, which we found a little restricting when sitting down or partaking in big movements.This one simply guides the natural curve of your body but doesn’t do much tugging around your waist.

We also liked the elastic around the leg holes to keep the hemline in place, which helped the briefs fit to not ride up as we wore it. One look in the mirror will reveal a cinched-in waist and accented hips, thanks to the high-leg cut-outs. Hitting just below the knee, the skirt on this dress has a breezy side slit and hidden pockets (with zippers for added security), making it stylish enough to wear on the daily. You want to give your body and your skin some time to breathe and enjoy their natural state before slipping into your shapewear again.We found no lumps or bumps while in this, and it really improved the way our clothing looked over it. What We Love: The fabric feels extremely comfortable and can easily be kept on an entire day without discomfort.

We still consider this to be a level two compression, though, because it does not fully alter your shape, but it feels firmer than a level one. The silky-feeling fabric even feels great on the skin and doesn’t leave us ready to tear it off our bodies after a long day’s wear.Whether you want to make a statement in bold colors or keep it classic with neutral tones, Shapellx has got you covered. Tight shapewear might not be comfortable enough for everyday wear, but shorts that simply work to smooth out bumps can be worn daily. When going out or attending any occasion, the built-in shapewear lining can give you good support to your body and make you an unexpected experience. The only thing to note here is that it requires you to have a strapless bra, otherwise the straps on the bodysuit with bra straps and whatever shirt you are wearing become a little too much and can be seen from underneath your clothes.

Whether you’re looking for an athletic tennis dress that doesn’t require a sports bra, a sultry pencil dress with a corset-inspired bodice, or a sleek maxi dress that happens to be an amazing Skims alternative, dresses with built-in bras are effortless, one-and-done outfits that eliminate the annoyance of visible bra straps. The only reminder of its existence was that the shorts tended to show from underneath a mini dress as they are a bit long. For shapewear with level three compression, this open-bust shaper feels surprisingly buttery soft and comfortable. Much like the Skims option, it doesn’t feel too restrictive, but it does come with stronger compression in the midsection accentuating our curves and smoothing our tummy a little more. Instead, consider the occasion you hope to wear this to and choose whether you are in need of shorts, a bodysuit, or a bodysuit with shorts attached.

Thick, rigid jeans hid the lines well, but other form-fitting fabrics might give away what’s underneath. But this one comes with additional details like caging around the waist to act more like a corset than a smoothing piece of shapewear. Everything about the Wolford 3W Stretch-Cotton Bodysuit impressed us from the stretch to the feel to the aesthetics. Would be cute with a pair of sneakers or dressed up with some sandals and a necklace or even a crop jean jacket. When wearing this bodysuit, we loved how the waist-cinching compression pulled the body in nicely — it sucked us in in all the right places without making us feel like a sausage.