MaidenformWomen's Take Inches Off - Unitard Bodysuit

I'm kind of a strange sizing because I have wide hips and a large bust but a small waist (classic hourglass) so I chose a medium to fit my waist. I'm glad that i did because the tightest part of this (by design) is around the waist. If you look closely at the pictures you can see that it's a thicker fabric on the body of the garment in a swimsuit shape. This fabric is less flexible and is the part that had the strongest hold, while the legs are thinner and stretchier and have less of a shaping action.It's actually incredibly comfortable. The legs aren't too tight on me and really the thinner fabric on the legs works most to smooth rather than heavy duty shaping - so if you're looking for something that will shape your legs most, there is probably a better product out there for you. I just like the legs to get rid of thigh chafing and make it more comfortable. The shaping on the waist is great, though. It comes up nice and high at the back so there is no flab caught in a space between your bra strap and the shaper. The straps are very soft and comfortable which I am endlessly relieved by because I've had very uncomfortable ones in the past. They also don't cut into my breasts to give your four boobs which I was worried about as a 30G size since these things aren't really built for me. The wide v cut of it really comfortable and flattering, giving a little bit of support without being restricting.My only problem is that it's a little difficult to get the tight and inflexible waist part to pull over my hips. It's not too stressful but I was geniuinely worried that I had the wrong size before I managed it, then it fit perfectly once it was on. It could be a problem if you have particularly wide hips. Also, the sides of the 'swimsuit' thicker part are quite high so you may not like it if you carry weight low on your hips. I love it, so comfortable and really smoothes everything out and helps to hold in my belly.I could have paid three or four times the price for something like this so I'm really glad I chose this one.

Fits tight - hard to get on but only tales a few seconds. Then your body looks great in all your clothes. Going to the loo is a challenge as it takes a minute to get off and on again but it's a small price to pay for a great figure. It's comfortable to wear. Can feel a little hot but that's to be expected as it is not flimsy material - it's great quality. I think its perfect in every way. It gives you a great shape and is convenient and comfortable in all aspects of it's shape and design. It also holds your bust and buttocks nicely instead of squashing them.

4 stars because I have to get the needle, thread and scissors out. It's very simple to enlarge the crutch split and make it sensible size. Just neatly snip a few stitches either side, neatly finish the slit edges and problem solved.It fits well under my ballet practice dress and is very comfortable. Getting it on and off is not a problem.

Rest of body great but having just an opening was awful to use

I am 5 foot so short in both legs and upper body. Size 10ish around waist and hips and thighs and size 12 around bust. My main concerns are a bit of a pot belly and back fat! I ordered a size MEDIUM and it fits fine and although a little tight pulling it up and not as generous around the bust as I would prefer, it gives me a great silhouette across my back and pulls in my tummy, it feels far more comfortable then the high waisted pants I usually wear because it does not roll down and the shoulder straps can be altered. Glad I bought it, as I am happy with the results, delivery was as expected. Sorry to give exact size details but I think it helps other people to choose the size they need !!

This a nice comfortable body suit you have to breath in to get it on but it's worth the effort. It gives a nice smooth effect but I wouldn't say I looked slimmer. I have bought cheaper vergen of a body suit and got the same effect as this more expensive body suit. It would be great if they made this with popper opening as no matter how careful you try to pee the garment gets wet not what you want when your out and about

I've had one of these shapers for about 10 years and - when it finally wore out - I went in search of the exact same one, which I thankfully found here. I really is a fantastic shaper, comfortable and extremely strong and reduces me by at least a size without feeling restrictive. The open V neck means you can wear any kind of bra under it easily and it won't be seen over the neckline.Unlike a lot of shapers, it isn't a 'hook underneath' closing, which can be really uncomfortable if you have a long body, but instead has a gusset that you open sideways to pee (a bit like men's y-fronts!), and althought this takes a bit of getting used to, it makes the shaper way more comfortable to wear

Bought to wear under fitted dress. It is perfect, as other reviews say this doesn’t suck you in but gives a smooth look, doesn’t push bits out in other places like some do. I’m a 12 (with some wobbly bits) & bought medium, it stayed in place all day, tightest part is around waist to under bust which was great. It’s quite long in body so needed to put straps to shortest adjustment, plus it comes up quite high at back which I altered to suit dress. As others have said the opening for toilet purposes is a bit tricky to get hang of but I managed without any mishaps - it wouldn’t be too difficult to remove but I didn’t want to be stripping off each time. I’m very happy with this item & think I’ll be getting another in black :) Material is strong enough to pull up without risk of ripping, which I’ve done in past with the more expensive brand...