Five things they don't tell you about ordinary shapewear

1. The toothpaste tube squeeze effect. Tight fabrics create an overflow effect.

2. The VVPL. The visible panty line becomes the very visible panty line as tight edges try to keep everything in place.

3. Standing room only. It’s all ok, as long as you don’t sit down. That’s when you can’t breathe.

4. Want to look hot? That elastic polyester will make sure you feel hot, even if you don’t look ‘hot’.

5. The long arm of the hook and eye. Those ‘easy’ fastenings for when nature calls. Just don’t be in a hurry, OK?

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