Let me start by saying this shapewear is a GAME CHANGER for my wardrobe. The first time I slipped into the Werena Tummy Control Thong, I literally gasped at how instantly it transformed my silhouette. That "sucked-in" feeling? Oh honey, it delivers.
The medium compression is perfect for everyday wear - firm enough to smooth everything out but not so tight I feel like a sausage casing. The lace detailing is surprisingly soft (no itchiness!) and makes me feel secretly sexy under my work clothes.
Now the real MVP feature? Those anti-roll steel bones actually WORK. I wore this to an all-day wedding and didn't have to do that awkward bathroom adjustment dance even once. The thong stayed perfectly in place while eliminating panty lines - magic!
But fair warning: SIZE UP! I'm usually a medium but followed reviews and got large, which was absolutely the right call. The small would've been a medieval torture device. Even in large, it gives serious tummy control without restricting breathing.
My only complaint? The waistband sometimes tries to rebel and roll down when I'm sitting for long periods. Not a dealbreaker, but annoying during marathon Netflix sessions. Pro tip: Hand wash only - machine washing makes the rolling worse.
Final verdict? Worth every penny for special occasions or daily wear if you size correctly. Just don't expect miracles on extreme lower belly pooch - this is smoothing, not liposuction!