look news india
In today’s era, everyone wants to look perfect, toned and attractive in their favorite outfit. Be it a tight-fitting western gown, a bodycon dress or a traditional Banarasi saree—women are increasingly making body shapers an essential part of their wardrobe to achieve a smooth and seamless finish under clothes. From working professionals to college-going girls and homemakers, there has been a tremendous increase in demand for shapewear in major cities like Lucknow, Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Bengaluru. It is no longer considered just a means to hide belly fat, but has become an easy and safe fashion tool to instantly boost self-confidence and beautifully accentuate the natural curves of the body.
The biggest attraction of Body Shaper is that it gives a shapely structure to the body in just a few seconds without going to the gym or undergoing surgery.
-
Smooth silhouette and zero panty lines: Bulging seams or lines (VPL) of undergarments under tight clothes often spoil the whole look. Modern seamless shapewear is completely invisible under clothing and provides a smooth base.
-
Compression of Belly and Love Handles: Presses the loose skin or fat around the stomach, waist and hips by giving uniform pressure, due to which the waistline immediately becomes visible by 1 to 2 inches.
-
Posture Improvement and Back Support: Many high-waist and full-body shapers feature flexible bones and compression panels to support the lower back and help keep the spine straight while sitting or standing.
-
Support in postpartum recovery: Many women recommend the use of lightweight medical-grade shapewear after delivery to support loose abdominal muscles and help the uterus return to its normal position.
A lot of credit for bringing this trend of body shaper into the mainstream goes to social media, fashion bloggers and Hollywood-Bollywood celebrities. Global brands like Kim Kardashian’s ‘Skims’ and the growing innovative innerwear brands in the Indian market have completely eliminated people’s hesitation towards shapewear. Earlier it was considered an embarrassment or something to hide, but now it is seen as ‘self-care’ and ‘smart styling’. Today’s modern shapewear is being designed not just to suppress the body, but to make women of all sizes (from plus size to petite) feel comfortable and confident in their current body.
The Victorian corsets of yesteryear were extremely heavy, had iron wires and were breathable, but the modern fabric technology of 2026 has changed the entire definition of shapewear. Today’s body shapers use advanced blends of microfiber, spandex, elastane, and nylon. These fabrics are lightweight, stretchable and completely breathable. Moisture-wicking and anti-bacterial technology has been added to many new products, making them easy to wear for long periods without any stickiness or irritation on the skin, even in the scorching heat and humidity of India.
Even though a body shaper helps in getting a perfect figure instantly, its misuse can also prove to be risky for health.
-
Pressure and acidity on the digestive system: Due to excessive tightness on the stomach, stomach acid is pushed upward into the food pipe, which can cause acid reflux and heartburn.
-
Obstruction in blood circulation: If shapewear is worn one size smaller than the correct size, it slows down blood circulation around the thighs and waist, which can cause numbness or tingling in the legs.
-
Skin infections and rashes: Prolonged accumulation of sweat under tight clothes can cause problems like fungal infection, folliculitis (pus in the roots of hair) and severe itching.
-
Shallow breathing problem: Due to excessive pressure on the diaphragm, the lungs are not able to expand completely, due to which the woman is able to take only shallow breaths and may suddenly feel dizzy.
To safely avail the benefits of Body Shaper, always choose the right size as per your normal waist and hip measurements; Never buy a smaller size to look slim. Avoid wearing it continuously for 8 to 10 hours daily; Limit its use to 4 to 6 hours only during special events, weddings or outings. Take it off as soon as you return home and after washing the skin, apply moisturizer so that the pores can open. Wearing a body shaper while sleeping at night is completely prohibited, because during this time the body needs to completely relax the muscles and blood vessels.