for years I have avoided forking out for proper shape wear, instead I've tried many cheap alternatives and not been impressed. I finally decided to stop spending money trying loads of others that don't work and just pay and I'm really.glad I did. I wasn't looking fwd.to my Christmas party because I didn't feel like I was confident to wear my tight dress, but this has sorted me right out. the just flatten the lumps and bumps on my tummy enough and give me a good shape. couldn't be happier!