The inclusive shapewear brands that are a cut above the rest
Shapewear hasn't always been sexy – but these size-inclusive brands are on a mission to change that
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While we all know we should love our bodies, whatever the shape, size or colour, sometimes we need a little support when it comes to feeling our best. Embracing practicality and comfort by sculpting and smoothing those enviable curves and contours, there are a range of inclusive luxury shapewear brands on the market now, all promising to deliver the perfect cut. From fine European heritage brands such as the timelessly elegant Wolford, to Kim Kardashian’s bodysuit-clad booty that broke the internet at Skims, shapewear is no longer an embarrassing, hide-in-your-drawer secret – but a whole new wardrobe of wonders to enjoy. Here are the best shapewear brands for all your second-skin needs.
Skin
Known for its simple and practical silhouettes, crafted in super-soft fabrics and comfort-first shapes, Skin’s high-quality shapewear feels just like a second skin. If you’re a big fan of deep V blouses and slinky racerbacks, the Helen triangle bra is the answer to all your unsightly strap prayers, as it nips and tucks behind almost any awkwardly cut top with ease. Other bestsellers span the organic, basic knicker drawer, from bikini briefs to boy shorts, thongs to full cut panties. Designed to offer women a ‘refuge in comfort’ when it comes to their underwear choices, it’s a must-have closet support system.
Skims
Made famous by the most iconic booty in the business, this million-dollar behemoth of a brand is fronted (and reared) by Kim Kardashian. But don’t let that put you off. Specialising in an incredibly inclusive and expansive range of shapewear in every size and colour imaginable, Skims is a one-stop-shop for all your under-garment needs. Choose a push-up thong bodysuit with jeans or under a dress to help define and re-define your figure, or the seamless sculpt deep plunge option for those nightmare silhouettes to feel sleek in. Famous for its body positivity message, it spans a UK XS to 5XL and stretches to twice its size.
Wolford
Images: Wolford
A stalwart heritage brand when it comes to the luxury shapewear market, Wolford’s silky tights, bodysuit blouses and ever so chic stockings and suspenders have stood the test of time. Hosiery heroes in a range of patterns, lace, velvets and Merino are designed to support, elevate and elongate, while oozing class and elegance. Who knew tights could make the outfit? And always keep your eyes peeled for its iconic collaborations with designers such as Etro for unique collections that add a twist to the brand's usual classic and timeless look.
Spanx
Notorious for their original corset-tight hold-in pants, Spanx has moved, and exhaled slightly, with the times, with its range of more comfortable stretch bodysuits and high control pants and shorts. Slimming intimates span the compression scale from light, medium, to heavy duty, and cover a range of torso and leg lengths, including a cut-out Booty-Lifting brief to boot. Its faux leather leggings are also worth a purchase in both matte and shiny, offering a sensationally sculpting smart trouser solution from autumn through to spring.
Heist
Gorgeously soft, supple and sumptuous, these scoop back, seamless, racer cut, and high-neck bodysuits look just as good on the outside as they feel underneath your clothes. Offering long-lasting everyday comfort, as well as essential post pub lunch scaffolding, Heist's high-waisted shorts, pants, thongs and briefs come in either almond or black, and span a UK size 8-22. Pictured on a range of size and culturally inclusive models, there’s also a handy shade quiz to help you choose your nude.
Miraclesuit
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Famous for its best-selling slimming swimwear, Miraclesuit's signature hourglass silhouette is designed to sculpt, shape, and show-off. Available in a sliding scale of sizes right up the curves-to-crave scale, each piece is an investment – and one you won’t regret. We love the must-have Sanibel in black for its timeless simplicity and elegantly draped Spandex lycra, as well as the Rock-Solid swimsuit in enchanting mulberry blue. The tummy control shapewear also spans the Tummy Tux high waist thigh ‘slimmers’ and Wonderful Edge firm control bodysuits, to name but two signature styles.
Calvin Klein
Calvin Klein Shapewear launched just this year, in February 2025. In an exciting campaign starring actress Eve Hewson, the brand introduced innovative styles to shape and control the body from day to night with style and sensuality at the core. Featuring briefs, mid-thigh shorts and body suits in clean-cut, comfortable designs (finished with the iconic Calvin Klein logo waistband, of course) as well as lacey items for a feminine touch, this new collection inspires women to feel confident, empowered, in tune with their body and ready for anything while feeling their best.
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