What is the Best Shapewear for Tummy Control?

Everyone deserves to step out confidently in an outfit that highlights their best features. Shapewear, such as designs aimed at tummy control, can enhance your natural beauty. The pieces can perfect the fit of your clothes, giving you that extra boost of self-assurance when you walk into the room. 

From shaper panties to full-leg body shapers, there are many tummy-smoothing shapewear options to choose from, each with its own unique benefits. Let’s look at some undergarments specifically targeted for shaping the tummy area and how to find the piece that’s right for you. 

Targeted Tummy Control Shapewear

Tummy control shapewear is designed to smooth and compress the abdominal area, offering a more streamlined appearance. And what's great is that there are so many choices to meet a variety of needs, whether you want light smoothing for a sleek look under fitted clothing or serious core compression to achieve a slimmer silhouette.

Let’s break down some popular types and what outfits they work best with so you can feel as fabulous as you look. 

Shaper Panties 

High-waisted shaping panties help flatten and smooth the midsection while offering a comfortable, second-skin fit. The compressive fabrics cinch the waist and lower belly without bulky control panels. 

Best for: Daily wear under dresses, skirts, or jeans when you want a smooth silhouette.

Full-Leg Body Shapers

When you want to take your body shaping to the next level, a full-leg body shaper is the answer. These pieces provide complete torso-to-ankle coverage while staying invisible under clothes. 

The highest-quality shapers are engineered with varied compression levels to strategically sculpt different areas in the torso, hips, and legs. Cleverly placed seaming at the waistline creates an hourglass effect, and lighter fabric at the bum creates a natural butt-lifting look. The result is an overall smoother, sculpted, and enhanced silhouette perfect for fitted outfits.

Best for: Wearing under fitted gowns, long bodycon skirts and dresses, and slim pants.

Anti-Chafing Butt Lifters 

With a focus on the rearview, these pieces are constructed to lift and contour your backside while preventing thigh chafing. Look for butt lifters that offer moderate compression to shape the mid-to-lower tummy and reinforced soft-on-the-skin fabric that resists ride-up and hides cellulite.

Best for: Defining and enhancing your assets in bodycon dresses, skirts, and leggings.

Waist Cinchers 

A waist cincher is like having a fashion-forward corset at your core. It sculpts your waist and flattens your tummy for a dramatically slimmer silhouette. When selecting a waist cincher, opt for one that offers adjustable levels so that you can customize the fit as your body or preferences change.

Best for: Creating an hourglass shape under form-fitting tops, bodycon or A-line dresses, and high-waisted pants and skirts.

Smoothing Shaper Bodysuits 

For full torso coverage with a smooth finish, a shaper bodysuit is hard to beat. These one-pieces sculpt your shape while targeting areas like the tummy, hips, and thighs. Some even have butt-enhancing features and technology that smooths out the side bust area under the arms. 

Smoothing shaper bodysuits provide invisible smoothing under your clothes and varying compression levels depending on the style. Most bodysuits accommodate your own bra so that you can customize your shape completely.  

Best for: Layering under any close-fitting outfit for discreet midsection smoothing.

Choosing the Right Tummy Control Shapewear

Consider the following when choosing the right shapewear:

• Material: Look for breathable, stretchable fabrics, such as DuraFit®, Leonisa’s signature ultra-light shaping fabric. It’s cool and comfortable and has minimal seams so that it feels like you’re wearing nothing.
• Fit: Ensure the shapewear fits properly; it should be snug but not so tight it restricts breathing or movement.
• Target Area: Consider which areas of your body you want to focus on. For comprehensive tummy control, select garments with high-waist coverage and targeted belly compression.
• Your Occasion: Choose the strength of your shapewear based on the occasion. For everyday all-day wear, a lighter compression might be more comfortable, while for a special event, firmer shapewear could be more effective for achieving your desired look.
• Your Outfit. If wearing tight dresses or skirts, opt for full-leg shapers or bodysuits to avoid visible lines and ensure smooth layering. 

Tummy control shapewear can transform your outfit possibilities and your confidence. Choosing the right type and fit ensures that comfort and style go hand in hand. Explore Leonisa's premium collection of shapewear for tummy control and find the perfect pieces for your wardrobe.