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How to Fit – Waistline Shapers
Welcome! You’re about to learn how to find the waistline shaper that’s the right size for you. To do so, you’ll be using your waist and hip measurements. If you’re ready, let’s begin. This presentation will only last a few minutes. There are several reasons why a waistline shaper can be a great intimates choice. First, it’s available in a variety of silhouettes, each incorporating the traditional height and lower-torso coverage of the time-tested girdle. But don’t worry. The waistline shaper of today is not your Grandma’s girdle. A brief, long leg, boy short, girl short, bike pant, thigh slimmer, slip, or pantliner provides extremely comfortable, smooth shaping. And, if you want targeted compression, look for a waistline shaper featuring a tummy panel. Second, when a waistline shaper is paired with a shaping camisole or torsette, the combination can be ideal for hard-to-fit bodies. If you have difficulty finding the right all-in-one garment because standard sizes don’t fit you properly in the bra cups or hips, or, if you find bodybriefers too short or too long in the rise, a waistline shaper, paired with a camisole, can provide the fit adjustability you’ll appreciate. Finally, each of these shapers delivers solutions for tummy pooch and large hips. But, depending on the silhouette chosen, a waistline shaper may also successfully address large thighs and/or saddlebags. Before we talk about sizing, here’s a really helpful tip. You’ll find that a waistline shaper most flatters your body when pulled up to your natural waist, or to where your waist is the smallest. If the garment is positioned any lower, it may create a visible bump on your lower back or hips, negating the smooth look you seek. Now it’s time to figure out which waistline shaper size is right for you. To do this, you’ll need to measure the lengths around your waist and hips. You’ll need a flexible tape measure and a mirror. You may also find it helpful to have a buddy assist you. Now, we’re ready to get down to business. It’s best to take off your pants when measuring, as the fabric gets in the way of accuracy. Place the tape measure around the smallest part of your waist, following your body’s natural indentation. If you’re not sure where your smallest part is located, bend to the side to find it. Make sure that the tape lies flatly, and parallel to the ground, all the way around your body. Pull it snugly to get an accurate measurement. Round the result, up or down, to the nearest whole inch. For example, if your measurement is 29 3/8”, round down to 29”. Or, if your measurement is 29 ½”, round up to 30”. Next, we’ll measure your hips. Stand with your legs together and place the tape measure around the fullest part of your hips. This should be approximately 7” below your waist. Make sure that it lies flatly, and parallel to the ground, all the way around your body. Again, round the result, up or down, to the nearest whole inch. For example, if your measurement is 39 3/8”, round down to 39”. Or, if your measurement is 39 ½”, round up to 40”. We’re almost done. The two measurements taken together determine the size of the garment. Find your waist and hip measurements on the chart and you’ll discover the corresponding waistline shaper size that’s right for you. For example, if your waist measures 33”, and your hip measures 42”, an average-size, extra-large, waistline shaper will fit you well. If your waist and hip measurements don’t correspond to one garment size, match only your hip measurement to the corresponding garment size. The fabric in shapewear is very accommodating. That's it - now you’ll feel confident when looking for the waistline shaper that's right for you. For more information about how to fit waistline shapers, or any other shapewear silhouette, visit us at CupidIntimates.com/HowToFit or subscribe to our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/CupidIntimates. Thanks for watching! |