This unusually shaped garment is dual action, lifting the bust and slimming the sides. It’s also ideal if you have a low cut dress to wear this Christmas.
Spanx Slimmer & Shine open-bust mid-thigh bodysuit, available in small to XL (8-10 to 20-22), £109, www.slimmingsolutions.co.uk
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As well as flattening the stomach and cinching in the waist, this clever item is made with minimal seams so it’s super comfy and you won’t have to worry about VPL.
Firm control Marvelace no VPL waist cincher, available in size 8-18, £29.50, www.marksandspencer.com
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This shaper body, which is available in black and nude, features built-in padded underwire bra, making the most of your cleavage while also sculpting your silhouette.
Wonderbra sexy shaping body, available in 32A-38D £35, www.very.co.uk
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Petticoats are great for lining skirts, but this budget-friendly shaper slip also adds a smoothing touch to those tricky hip and upper thigh areas.
Black half slip, £5, George at direct.asda.com
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What makes this thigh shaper so clever is the silicone finish at the edges, which stop it rolling up or down - not to mention the pretty lace panels that keep it from looking too functional.
Pink Magisculpt hi-waist thigh shaper, available in size 12/14-32/34, £30, www.marisota.co.uk
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Even Bridget Jones would be impressed with these ‘enormous pants’ - far from being like something your granny might wear, they are beautifully detailed and perfect for pulling in your tummy.
Bestform women’s brief, available from 10-18, £24, www.amazon.co.uk
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This clever, underwired petticoat dress gives you all-over smoothing action, making it ideal for wearing under your Christmas party frock.
Shaper petticoat, available in size 34-42 B-E, £27.99, www.bonprix.co.uk
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These shorts are so pretty, it’s hard to believe they’re reinforced for medium control on the stomach, with seamless edging to banish that VPL.
Bodysculpt cotton control shorts, £6, George direct.asda.com
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You know those bra padding ‘chicken fillets’ you can get? Well now you can get ones that give you a J-Lo booty too! The shorts also help shape and smooth.
Spanx Booty-Boost shorts, available in size S to XL, £71.95, www.mytights.com
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This sexy body shaper is super versatile, with multiway shoulder straps and even fastenings so you can attach suspender straps and stockings for a special occasion.
Black rose lace body shaper, available in size 34B - 38D, £38, www.debenhams.com
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