Okay, let me start by saying this shaper makes my waist SNATCHED. Like, instant hourglass illusion. The spiral steel bones sound intense but they’re weirdly comfy? I wore it for 8 hours at a wedding and only felt the underwire when peeing (worth it for that photoshoot-ready silhouette).

PSA: SIZE UP! I’m usually a L but grabbed XL after reading reviews – perfect for my 170lb pear shape. If you’re apple-shaped though, the compression stops weirdly mid-belly (hello, accidental muffin top). Also, the thong seams show under bodycon dresses – I switched to full-coverage Spanx later.

Bonus: The butt-lifting circle opening is sorcery. My jeans have never fit better. Just wish they’d extend the tummy control fabric lower – it’s like they forgot we carry weight there too?!