Okay ladies, let's talk about these MOVWIN shapewear shorts that had me doing a full-on wrestling match just to get them on! First off - YES they work. Like magic. My husband actually did a double take and asked if I'd been hitting the gym extra hard.

The good stuff: Once you finally conquer the battle of putting them on (seriously, it's like trying to stuff a sausage into its casing), they do create this insane smooth silhouette. My post-baby belly? Gone. Thigh rub? History. The fabric is surprisingly breathable too - no swampy situations even during summer.

Now the not-so-great: Those little metal ribs at the top? They're basically medieval torture devices that dig into my back fat when I sit down. And bathroom trips? Forget about it. You'll need to schedule extra time because removing this thing is a whole production number.

Pro tip: Order at least one size up from what you think you need unless you enjoy the feeling of being vacuum-sealed into clothing. And tall girls beware - it doesn't quite cover all the back business if you've got a longer torso.

Final verdict? Worth it for special occasions when you want that snatched look, but maybe not an everyday solution unless you enjoy daily wrestling matches with your underwear!