Let me tell you, as someone who's tried more shapewear than I'd like to admit, these PRETTYWELL shorts are a game-changer. The first thing I noticed was how incredibly lightweight and breathable they feel - like wearing a second skin rather than a sausage casing (we've all been there!).

The high-waisted design gives serious tummy control without that awful 'rolled down' feeling that plagues so many shapewear pieces. I wore them under a bodycon dress for an entire wedding day - through dinner, dancing, and multiple bathroom trips - and they stayed perfectly in place. The silicone grip bands are genius!

What surprised me most was the comfort factor. Unlike some shapewear that makes you feel like you're being slowly suffocated, these have just the right amount of compression. The 'ice cool' fabric actually lives up to its name - no sweaty, sticky feeling even during summer outings.

The seamless design truly disappears under clothes. I tested them under everything from skinny jeans to silk skirts with zero visible lines. Bonus points for the built-in crotch (no VPL!) though fair warning - you'll need to do the signature shapewear shimmy dance in public restrooms.

My only caution? Size carefully! These run slightly small - when in doubt, check the size chart or consider sizing up if you prefer lighter compression. But for those wanting serious shaping power, true-to-size gives amazing results.

After testing these for two weeks through workouts, workdays, and nights out, they've earned a permanent spot in my wardrobe rotation. At this price point, they outperform designer brands costing three times as much. Just don't be surprised when you find yourself buying multiples!