The best sculpting shapewear brands: from M&S to Spanx & Skims
Shapewear is an essential in any wardrobe. Whether it's for a special occasion or for everyday, we want it to be comfortable yet supportive, ideally sleek, and possibly chic - the objective is to feel amazing about ourselves.While some might choose shapewear to cinch in their waist and flatten their stomach, others might wear it for slimmer-looking thighs, or simply for a smoother silhouette and to enhance certain assets. You can choose from more full coverage bodysuits and shorts to subtle underwear, and even slip dresses. There are plenty of brands to shop online and in-store, with M&S, Spanx, Skims, John Lewis and other lingerie labels offering multiple styles. How to wear shapewearShapewear can be worn underneath dresses, skirts, shorts and trousers to enhance, sculpt and smooth your figure. HELLO!'s Director of Lifestyle & Commerce Leanne Bayley relies on shapewear for special occasions: "There's a time and a place for shapewear and I've worn various styles over the years - especially on nights out or at red carpet events. I just find there are some dresses that hang better when I'm wearing shapewear underneath. I also walk with improved posture! Ultimately, my confidence is dramatically improved when I'm wearing shapewear."What are the best shapewear brands? Spanx is iconic when it comes to shapewear, and for good reason. The brand is a fail-safe option when shopping for comfortable and effective shapewear with positive reviews, and since there's been a surge in shapewear brands in recent years, they've upped their game with more styles too.Since launching in 2019, Kim Kardashian's Skims has quickly made its way to the forefront of the most popular shapewear brands. Several products have gone viral and they offer a huge selection when it comes to inclusive shades and sizes.How we chose the best shapewear
Price: We've selected shapewear in a range of price points for every budget, ranging from £22 to £88.
Quality: While we haven't tried all of the shapewear in the list, we've only selected products from brands trusted by the HELLO! team, with verified positive customer reviews where possible.
Availability: Fashion moves fast, but all of the products selected in this edit are in stock in almost every size.
Best shapewear brands for tummy control & thighs
