Let me start by saying these leggings are a *mood*. The moment I slipped them on, I felt like I had a secret weapon against post-lunch bloating. The high-waisted design with those 3-column hooks? Genius. I could adjust the compression from 'gentle hug' to 'I mean business' depending on whether I was heading to yoga class or devouring tacos.

The fabric is surprisingly breathable for something that squeezes you like a determined grandma. I wore them during a sweaty HIIT session, and while they held everything in place (goodbye, jiggle), I didn’t feel like I was suffocating. Major win.

Now, the *sizing drama*. Listen carefully: these run SMALL. I usually wear a medium in leggings but had to size up to large based on reviews, and thank goodness I did. The waistband would’ve cut me in half otherwise. Pro tip: measure your waist *and* hips, then check the size chart twice.

The hooks-and-eyes are more functional than some reviews claim – mine actually stayed put during downward dog! But if you’re expecting corset-level waist training, temper expectations. These smooth rather than sculpt. My muffin top disappeared, but my waist didn’t suddenly look snatched like Kim K’s.

Biggest surprise? Versatility. These transitioned from gym to brunch effortlessly (paired with an oversized sweater and ankle boots). No rolling down when sitting – a miracle for high-waisted anything!

Downsides? The ankle gap mentioned in reviews is real if you’re under 5’4”. And while the fabric recovers well from stretching, after 6 months of weekly wears, mine are starting to loosen around the knees.

Final verdict: At this price point, they outperform department store options but aren’t magic pants. If you want comfortable tummy control without feeling strapped into medieval torture devices (looking at you, traditional shapewear), these are your jam.