Okay, let me start by saying I was *skeptical* about shapewear thongs. Like, how could something so tiny actually do anything? But y’all… this Werena thong is witchcraft in fabric form.

The steel bones are NO JOKE – they give serious structure without feeling like a corset. I wore it under a bodycon dress to a wedding and didn’t have to adjust ONCE. Normally I’m doing the awkward bathroom wiggle every hour with shapewear!

Speaking of bathrooms… yeah, getting it on/off is a workout 😂 Pro tip: step into it like pantyhose instead of pulling up. The compression is intense at first but after 10 minutes it just feels like a really supportive hug.

Two things that shocked me: 1) How breathable it is (wore it for 12 hours in summer humidity – zero swampy feelings) and 2) NO PANTRY LINES even under thin satin dresses. Magic.

Only con? If you slouch, it does create some back bulges. But stand tall and suddenly you’ve got this snatched waist situation going on. I’m 5’4”/145lbs postpartum and the medium gives perfect compression without squeezing my organs.

Final verdict: Bought a second one immediately after testing. Worth every penny for special occasions OR when you just want to feel extra confident in jeans!