Let me start by saying this shapewear is a GAME-CHANGER for special occasions. I wore it under a bodycon dress for a wedding, and honey—my silhouette looked snatched! The double-layer belly compression smoothed my post-baby pooch without feeling like a sausage casing.

The U-plunge wired cups? *Chef’s kiss*. As a 34DD gal, I was skeptical, but the built-in bra lifted my girls like they owed it money. No uni-boob effect! Though fair warning—if you’re petite like me (5’2"), the cups might sit lower than ideal. I fixed this by crisscrossing the adjustable straps.

Major win: The open crotch design. No more awkward bathroom struggles! But PSA: The thigh bands dig in after 4+ hours. I got minor chafing during a Vegas bachelorette (worth it for the Instagram pics though).

Fabric feels luxe—breathable mesh that doesn’t show under light fabrics. But sizing is CRUCIAL. Follow their chart religiously! I initially ordered small (my usual size) and nearly dislocated a hip trying to wiggle in. Sized up to medium—perfect compression without circulation loss.

Downsides? The armpit area can create weird back-fat spillage if you’re between sizes. And hand-washing is mandatory—my first one ripped when I got lazy with laundry.

Final verdict? 9/10 for special events. Not an everyday piece, but when you need to transform into a bombshell? *Cue Beyoncé music* This is your secret weapon.