My Dearest Beauties,
I thought it would be fun if we had a little conversation about shape wear and how good it is when it works and how catastrophic it is when it doesn't. I think I have suffered from shape wear malfunction, I mean who hasn't; it isn't the easiest task to get right from the first try. Sometimes the cut is not right and some other times it is too big or too small!
So I will share my tips with you and hopefully help you make your path to the right shape wear shorter:
1. Size is everything. Let the salesperson help you get the right size, and if they have a pair you can try on, then don't hesitate to try it on and feel it on your body while you move and even when you have clothes on.
2. The right cut. Think, what is my problem area? Do I wanna smooth or tighten? Is it my thighs, my belly or both? There are so many options out there, you will definitely find out a new body part.
3. Don't forget about comfort. I have to admit, shape wear will never be as comfy as your onesie but then again it's providing support for long periods of time. Try to go for the one pair that gives you the results you're looking for without making you feel like you're gonna puke when you get a bite. When it is too big it will gather under your clothes and give you no results, and believe it or not; it will do the same when it is too small. Again, this is pretty much dependent on the two points above and the one below.
4. Invest. We all like to get a deal and if you happen to find the good shape wear at the discount rack then go ahead and stock up. Otherwise, save yourself the trouble of buying many cheap pairs and invest in one that will give you comfort and great results.
Those are the main points I think about when I'm about to purchase a new pair of shape wear shorts which are my fave, because again, high waisted shape wear shorts is what I mostly use under my clothes. My favorite brands are Wolford and Spanx. I have tried both, and both have worked wonders for me. They are investment pieces but if you take care of them and wash them gently they will serve you a good amount of time.
These are the pairs I own from both brands.
Make sure to press on the links below the images to check out the names of these garments and others.
I thought it would be fun if we had a little conversation about shape wear and how good it is when it works and how catastrophic it is when it doesn't. I think I have suffered from shape wear malfunction, I mean who hasn't; it isn't the easiest task to get right from the first try. Sometimes the cut is not right and some other times it is too big or too small!
So I will share my tips with you and hopefully help you make your path to the right shape wear shorter:
1. Size is everything. Let the salesperson help you get the right size, and if they have a pair you can try on, then don't hesitate to try it on and feel it on your body while you move and even when you have clothes on.
2. The right cut. Think, what is my problem area? Do I wanna smooth or tighten? Is it my thighs, my belly or both? There are so many options out there, you will definitely find out a new body part.
3. Don't forget about comfort. I have to admit, shape wear will never be as comfy as your onesie but then again it's providing support for long periods of time. Try to go for the one pair that gives you the results you're looking for without making you feel like you're gonna puke when you get a bite. When it is too big it will gather under your clothes and give you no results, and believe it or not; it will do the same when it is too small. Again, this is pretty much dependent on the two points above and the one below.
4. Invest. We all like to get a deal and if you happen to find the good shape wear at the discount rack then go ahead and stock up. Otherwise, save yourself the trouble of buying many cheap pairs and invest in one that will give you comfort and great results.
Those are the main points I think about when I'm about to purchase a new pair of shape wear shorts which are my fave, because again, high waisted shape wear shorts is what I mostly use under my clothes. My favorite brands are Wolford and Spanx. I have tried both, and both have worked wonders for me. They are investment pieces but if you take care of them and wash them gently they will serve you a good amount of time.
These are the pairs I own from both brands.
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| Retrieved from Wolford |
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| Retrieved from Spanx |
What are your thoughts on shape wear?
Much love,
Samar
Hey, I was wondering where I can find the two brands you mentioned here in Beirut... Thank you :)
ReplyDeleteHello Tala, you can find Spanx at K-Lynn and Wolford, to be honest, at the moment I'm not really sure what store is carrying it, but abc department store used to sell it. I will surely update you as soon as I know where you can find Wolford. Bisous!
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