https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:36:30 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225856 Tue, 21 Sep 2021 14:31:17 +0000 BrieN 2225856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stagiaire Flash - that was interesting to see the range of shapers out there. I had no idea. I am so pleased I could ask my question here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225667 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 20:45:40 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2225667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is old, so maybe not so definitive any more, but might have some useful bits. <a href="https://www.thelingerieaddict.com/2013/09/a-guide-to-shapewear-and-other-sneaky-solutions.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.thelingerieaddict......tions.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225650 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 19:08:05 +0000 BrieN 2225650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet - I’m chuckling over the segmented worm look - classic! I’ve ordered that Commando slip in a couple of sizes </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225643 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:15:38 +0000 Janet 2225643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it’s this one: <a href="https://www.saksoff5th.com/product/commando-full-cami-slip-dress-0400014444276.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.saksoff5th.com/pro.....44276.html</a></p> <p>Sometimes things with elastic waists like pantyhose or half slips make issues even worse — the segmented worm look. LOL This kind of slip helps eliminate that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225641 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:14:27 +0000 BrieN 2225641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you sloper for the specific item that works for you - so helpful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225639 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:13:23 +0000 BrieN 2225639@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet - that’s exactly what I’m after. I’m going to start researching Commando slips! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225638 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:11:52 +0000 Sloper 2225638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like Jockey Skimmies slip shorts - no compression.&nbsp; They also make a full bodysuit style, though I've never tried it.&nbsp; &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225632 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 17:58:42 +0000 Janet 2225632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you are not after compression or slimming — just smoothing — I have a Commando full slip that is helpful in those situations. It’s fitted and stretchy but not tight and squeezy — but substantial enough to hide VPL and the like. Of course it depends on what exactly the issue is that you’re trying to smooth. I have pretty much abandoned any style that requires shapewear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225623 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 17:24:58 +0000 Angie 2225623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>BrieN</b>, if you can provide a link to the dress, or better&nbsp; - a pic of you in it -&nbsp; we can give you the most accurate suggestions for foundation garments :)</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225620 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 16:56:34 +0000 BrieN 2225620@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Angie for commenting! I have had a heck of a time trying to find a dress (with sleeves) for this event and I am pretty happy with this dress. I’m just trying to smooth out any bumps and thinking a little more insulation might be a good thing. </p> <p>I’ve been intrigued by the concept of slip shorts since the recent thread about it but am still a little out off by my one miserable experience with Spanx a decade or two ago. </p> <p>If anyone has specific brands/items that aren’t compression at all I’m all ears! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225609 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 16:32:46 +0000 Angie 2225609@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A slip, or slip shorts could work.&nbsp;</p> <p>That said, in the spirit of brainstorming, can you wear a dress that stands away from your abdomen - a boxier and straighter cut? Then there is no need for shape wear!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225606 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 16:26:04 +0000 BrieN 2225606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy - thank you for the sizing example and explanation. That’s super helpful as I’ll be ordering this online i think. I’ll size way up!</p> <p>VintageDawn - do you have a particular brand you like for a full slip version? There look at be a lot of them out there</p> <p>And thank you Slim Cat and all for the shoe color recommendations! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225591 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 15:53:26 +0000 slim cat 2225591@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Midnight blue dress - silver shoes, gunmetal, bronze or gold . Simply put - metallics. Or fun colors like magenta, citron, teal.<br />No shape wear for me - same problem . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225583 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 15:15:18 +0000 VintageDawn 2225583@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i have a drawer full of various undergarments due to wearing so&nbsp; many different types of dresses.&nbsp; If you are sensitive in the stomach area and don't need/want compression I would do a slip. It might not even have&nbsp; Sometimes a slip can be just enough to make a dress less clingy.&nbsp; If the fabric is thin I'd go for a full slip vs. 1/2 otherwise you run the risk of seeing the waistband.&nbsp;</p> <p>For compression type shapewear that doesn't cut into your stomach you could try one of the jumper styles:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.zappos.com/p/miraclesuit-shapewear-back-magic-extra-firm-torsette-thigh-slimmer-nude/product/8686981/color/521">https://www.zappos.com/p/mirac.....r-nude/pro</a><br />I prefer the bike shorts to the other styles as they seem the most likely to not show any lines.&nbsp; Warning about these - if they aren't the right size/length they can really cut into your shoulders/pull you down, so I only buy ones with adjustable straps now.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225574 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:42:13 +0000 Anonymous 2225574@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are very slim. &nbsp;Size up in shapers for a smooth fit. &nbsp;I wear an xs or small in most things but like a large in shapers. &nbsp;For the dress try a smoothing stretchy slip. &nbsp;Midnight blue dress, try black or a metallic or nude- ffor- you shoe. &nbsp;You could go with a color if you repeat it will an accessory, like pink or deep red. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/smoothing-shapers#post-2225569 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:13:37 +0000 BrieN 2225569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the dress I will wear to an upcoming wedding would look better if I wore a smoothing item under it. This is new territory for me; I am unable to endure any pressure on my abdomen so Spanx type items were always a no go. I understand this type of item has evolved though and wondering if you have any suggestions for what to wear under my mesh covered, lightly clingy dress.<br /> eta: also what color shoes for a midnight blue dress? Thanks!! </p>