In recent years, plus-size fashion has grown tremendously, offering a wider range of >extended sizes. This positive development, however, masks a concerning trend–the rise of shapewear as a near ...

If you're unsure of sizing (this piece ... the brand’s size chart and, if in doubt, opt for a slightly larger size rather than squeezing into a small one.” Can you wear shapewear every day?

So to find the best shapewear, I put together a panel of experts — including underwear-store owners, plus-size ... a piece that’s too big won’t do much smoothing, and one that’s too ...