If you’ve had any confrontations with shapewear, it’s because it didn’t do what it's supposed to do, which is to help you feel comfortable and your shape in control. The fact is the squeezing, rolling, muffin-topping discomfort you’ve experienced is because you’ve chosen the wrong shapewear. What could be wrong, you asked? Maybe you picked the wrong size or it’s completely the wrong piece for your body type? Just like no two bodies are identical, not every piece of shapewear is intended for every shape. This guide will help you discover the perfect match the next time you’re looking for the perfect body shaping bodysuit to help you feel comfy and confident.

Okay, first, what are you going for? The level of control of your shapewear needs to match your needs and goals. Everyday shapewear with light control will smooth trouble bulges so you can rock your everyday look all day long. Or are you looking to spotlight your curves? What you need is firm control shapewear made with flexible fabrics that add subtle contours to your figure while moving smoothly. What if you want to look breathtakingly elegant on a special occasion (while still being able to breathe)? These extra-firm control shapewear are perfect for formal clothing like wedding dresses, prom gowns, evening gowns, and cocktail dresses. You should feel toned without feeling compressed. No matter how sturdy the control of your booty shaping shorts is, you should never feel tortured. Try a size or two up if your breathing or movement feels restricted.

Next, which part of your body that you want to turn into a smoother one? Some of us have discomfort in more than one spot. If you want an all-over sleeker silhouette, try a full-body piece like a bodysuit with an easily accessible opening for bathroom breaks! Say bye-bye to bra bulges and muffin tops! If you feel self-conscious about your belly, waist, or back, boost your confidence with a waist trainer. Have a flat little booty that could use a boost or an extra booty fluff you’d like to slim down? You have the best butt lifting shapewear to smoothing panties to assist the bottom half of your body.

The right shapewear for you will depend on your body type, whether you have an apple, rectangle, hourglass, pear, or strawberry body type. An apple body shape is you have a generous bust and a belly with quite narrow shoulders and hips. Are you small-busted with a straight torso, slim hips, and long lean legs? You are in a rectangle zone. If you're lucky to have hips and shoulders that are the same widths and your waist is naturally contoured, you have the much-coveted hourglass build. If you have a quite smaller bust, slim shoulders, and a well-defined waist with a set full hips, thighs, and bottom, you have a pear body type. Last, if you have wide shoulders, a busty bust, narrow hips, and a small backside, you're a strawberry girl. Bodies come in many shapes and your body needs to feel its best, right?

If there’s any universal truth that withstands the test of time, it’s that dating is hard. You’ll never know if the person you’re seeing is as into you as you are with them. The last thing you need is them calling you out as coming on too strong… or worse, flat-out rejecting you. Swell thing we picked out these totally casual “hangout” outfit ideas but still looks sexy and looks that’ll not keep you at the friend zone… for the time being, that is.

Do duet duels at a karaoke bar

Nothing takes off the pressure of a date like singing your heart out to the mic and secretly to your date, too. The karaoke date will probably be a group thing so try to keep it on the lay-low with a dark and classic fit like this little black dress. You can pair it with cute blocked heels or rope-tied sandals. Don’t be afraid to suggest pairing up with your date for a duel off – it’ll give you an excuse to sing that romantic song together. Just try not to blush so hard though!

Strike up sparks at the bowling alley

Having a total knockout date can really have you trembling all over with nervousness. That’s why a bowling date is a perfect solution for your giddy grooves and grumps! Muster up all your anxiety and throw it down for a perfect strike instead. Pop your collar with women’s loungewear sets in a trendy color like sage green and your equally slick hair. Bust those sleek moves and your date will definitely pin your number for the next game night.

Play your moves at the arcade

Being around your casual date all the time, you can’t help but have your eyes locked on ‘em – which is why an arcade hangout is the perfect play-tonic partnership! Spice up the fun with a graphic tee and cute ripped jeans for women to match. Add in a spunky coin purse for all the tickets you won together. Maybe they’ll make you choose a not-so-platonic prize for keeps?

Partner up in a pop concert

Let’s face it: the real reason why you like your date so much is that you guys have a lot of things in common – music ain’t an exception either. Go ahead and rock out with ‘em to a hot-blooded jam sesh with your similarly favorite pop star. More excuses to rub elbows with one another during the peak of the concert hype and tip the friendship to your favor while you’re at it. Style your look for some slick moves: white midi dress with a biker jacket to offer them just in case it’s too chilly, a felt hat, and a pair of ankle boots they can steal from you for an Insta-worthy selfie. Totally sure an encore date night is just seconds in the making.

Set a match at a board game café

Dating is all about the game of luck. Will your date understand your pheromones and romantic wavelengths? Or will they think of it as another playful homespun act of friendship? Test out how well you can play it out with a casual board game date. Let the hilarity and romance ensue with every roll of the die, a swipe of the card, and a joking slap on the shoulder. Why not try midi dresses? This elegant ribbed bodycon dress from Femme Luxe and a pair of elegant heels will spray a lil’ Wild Love while you’re at it and get a chance to win someone’s heart in a heated match!

Another idea of a fun date? How 'bout flippin' books and chillin'? One of the most brilliant lines ever said that would have anyone say yes is “Wanna ace the test together?” You come off suave, smooth, and something of a brainiac genius. Besides keeping your mind sharp, make sure you look at it, too! Throw on your favorite outfit just in case you need to whip out your notes… or your number.

Are you a regular concert goer? Do you love rocking out to your favorite musicians whilst wearing some super stylish concert outfits? It can be so hard looking for something to wear especially when you want to look your best. Everyone else puts in a lot of effort, they look great and a lot of the times you’re stuck there wondering what to wear to a concert. You not only want to make a statement with your clothes, but you want to be comfortable as well. While there are some basics that you should keep in mind for all concerts, every venue is different and calls for a different outfit. Dance all day and dance all night at these coolest shows while looking stylish and feeling comfortable. Let's break down what you should be wearing to all those wonderful concerts you’re going to!

Jeans are probably the most popular of women’s going out clothes. The reason for this is the ease of wear and simplicity of pairing them to create a full outfit. Dark jean trousers come in many shades and cuts. They are incredibly easy to wear for formal and informal meetings. With a simple shirt, loafers or sneakers, a dark jean makes a simple outfit for outings later in the day. For a different outing, the same pair of dark jeans, a button-up shirt, a blazer, and loafers or heels create a more refined outfit suitable for formal events.

Yes, of course a blazer is a classic piece of clothing that can add polish to almost any outfit. A dark blazer is especially useful for creating classy and sophisticated looks. Black, grey and even navy blue blazers are easier to pair than other brighter colors. Worn with skirts, you can have a simple yet classy outfit for a night out. Worn with denim shorts and a tee-shirt, you can create a structured yet relaxed outfit that screams stylish.

 Now, have you got your essential wardrobe all figured out or are you still desperately digging through your closet and drawers to find your must-have basics? xx