The right shapewear works with your outfit’s cut, fabric and coverage—and feels comfortable while you wear it. Whether you want a smoother foundation under a dress or gentle tummy support with jeans, here’s how to choose a style that suits your look.

Fitted Dresses & Skirts

Try: shapewear shorts or a shaping bodysuit.

Shapewear shorts provide coverage through the tummy, hips and thighs, making them a useful option under fitted dresses and skirts. A shaping bodysuit can create a smooth foundation through the waist and torso.

Choose the length to suit your hemline. For shorter dresses or skirts with a slit, briefs or shorter shapewear may stay more discreet.

Outfit tip: Check your outfit while sitting and walking to make sure the shapewear stays hidden.

Jeans, Pants & Everyday Outfits

Try: high-waisted shaping briefs or a shaping tank.

High-waisted briefs offer tummy coverage without extending down the thighs. A shaping tank or cami adds coverage through the torso and works well beneath shirts, sweaters and jackets.

If you’re wearing close-fitting pants, look for smooth edges that are less likely to show through the fabric.

Outfit tip: Match the shapewear waistband to your outfit’s rise so it stays covered when you move.

Low-Cut, Open-Back & Strapless Outfits

Try: shaping briefs or shorts that sit below the exposed areas.

For outfits with a plunging neckline, open back or bare shoulders, lower-body shapewear can provide support without adding visible straps or upper-body coverage.

A bodysuit only works if its neckline, back and straps stay concealed beneath your outfit.

Outfit tip: Try the complete outfit on together before an event. Check the front, sides and back, including when you bend or reach.

Lightweight & Close-Fitting Fabrics

Try: smooth, seamless shapewear with minimal detailing.

Thin knits, satin and other lightweight fabrics can reveal seams, closures and garment edges. Look for a smooth style with fewer raised details, and check where the waistband and leg openings sit.

For light-coloured clothing, a shade close to your skin tone often blends in better than white.

Outfit tip: Check your outfit in daylight to spot any visible edges or colour showing through.

Bodysuits & Tops You Wear as Clothing

Try: a shaping bodysuit or shaping outerwear top.

Some shaping pieces are designed to be part of your outfit. Pair a shaping bodysuit with jeans, pantss or a skirt, or wear a shaping top beneath a blazer.

Check the product description to confirm whether the piece is intended as underwear or outerwear, and choose the neckline and sleeve length that suit your look.

How Much Compression Should You Choose?

Choose the level of support that feels right for your plans. Lighter smoothing may suit everyday wear, while firmer compression can provide a more sculpted feel.

Shapewear should feel snug and supportive. You should still be able to sit, walk and breathe comfortably. More compression isn’t always a better fit.

Use the product’s size guide rather than sizing down for extra shaping. Different styles may have different measurements and fit recommendations.

Your Quick Outfit Check

Before heading out:

• Check that straps, waistbands and leg openings stay hidden.

• Sit, walk and bend to test comfort and coverage.

• Look for visible seams or edges beneath your clothing.

• Make sure the shapewear stays in place without frequent adjusting.

The best choice is the one that complements your outfit and helps you feel comfortable and confident.

Need help choosing your size? Visit our Size Guide or contact BodyFlexx for help finding a style that suits your outfit.