We tried dozens of shapewear to find the best bodysuits, shorts, and more. Scouting styles from Skims, Spanx, Honeylove, ...

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After years of testing shapewear, I’ve learned most brands fall into one of two camps. They’re either ultracompressive pieces you can’t wait to peel off, or soft basics that don’t actually do much.

During a recent company event, renowned US shapewear manufacturer CYSM Shapers discussed daily shapewear use. A company representative pointed out that the industry had undergone tremendous changes ...