The 18 Best Shapewear Items Under $50 on Amazon
Editor's note: This article was last updated on January 4, 2024.
If you're anything like Us, you have a whole slew of wedding invites looming this year. It's exciting — and stressful. This means planning a variety of outfits that will allow you to look and feel your very best, while also offering enough comfort to get your groove on out on the dance floor and enjoy a slice (or two) of wedding cake. But that whole "looking-and-feeling-your-very-best" thing can be difficult if you feel self-conscious in more formal clothing — after all, if you're getting dolled up for a big event, the usual lumps and bumps can sometimes feel like they're in the spotlight. No one wants that!
But fear not — to combat this planning anxiety, we've gathered 18 of our favorite shapewear options on Amazon to help ease the stress — all under $50, so you won't be breaking a bank for a wardrobe item which (hopefully) none of the other guests are going to see. These shapers range from full-torso options to top-only and bottom-only, in a wide range of cuts, colors and firmness for pretty much any fashion need. Keep on scrolling for all of our shapewear picks, and get ready to rock every autumnal celebration!
Full Torso
Maidenform Women's Firm Control Open-Bust Body Shaper
The sleek fabric on this low-cut bodysuit hugs you firmly and smooths bulges, with a neckline perfect for any super-low-cut tops.
Pros
You can wear your own bra, if you want
Flattering fit from waist to thigh
Cool comfort fabric
Cons
If you don't want to wear your own bra, this isn't the option for you
No bust shaping
On Sale: $28.99$68You Save 57%
ShaperX Tummy Control Thong Bodysuit
This thong-cut bodysuit is ideal if you're looking for coverage on top with much more openness on the bottom.
Pros
Super-high-cut bottom for your own high-cut bottoms
Tummy control
Cons
Thong cut can be divisive for some
No thigh shaping
On Sale: $37.99$47.99You Save 21%
Hometa Women's Tummy Control Butt Lifter Strapless Bodysuit
So many of the cutest dresses are strapless or make it difficult to wear bras underneath — this bodysuit solves the strap problem by removing them entirely, offering smoothing support without the straps.
Pros
Ideal for wear under strapless outfits
Complete coverage and smoothing from chest to thighs
Cons
No straps if you're looking for extra support
On Sale: $30Was $40You Save 25%
FeelinGirl Deep V Neck Thong Shapewear Bodysuit
Rocking a deep-V top but still looking for the security of straps? Snap up this bodysuit from FeelinGirl!
Pros
Perfect for wear under deep-V necklines
Still offers the support of straps
Tummy control in the middle
Cons
Thong cut can be divisive for some
No thigh shaping
$39.00
ShaperX Tummy Control Sleeveless Shapewear Bodysuit
The ultra-flattering square-cut neckline of this shapewear piece looks great under similar tops or on its own as a bodysuit under a pair of jeans or flowy slacks. The world is your oyster!
Pros
Flattering square-cut neckline
Thick straps for support
Tummy control
Cons
Straps can be too thick for spaghetti-strap tops
Thong cut can be divisive for some
No thigh shaping
On Sale: $30Was $48You Save 38%
Irisnaya Full Body Shaper
If you want your features to not only look smooth and toned but also lifted and enhanced, this is the body shaper for you!
Pros
Lifting effect for bust and booty
Cross band for double support
Cons
May show when worn with high-slit dresses
$29.00
Tops Only
Shapermint Women's Scoop Neck Tummy Control Cami
Camis are a statement wardrobe piece, and this top will do double duty as both an ideal layering item and a shaping solution!
Pros
Functions as both a cami top and a shaping piece
Different colors to choose from
Classic cami/spaghetti-strap look
Cons
No bottom shaping
On Sale: $22Was $27You Save 19%
Euyzou Women's Tummy Control Shapewear Tank Top
This shaper tank offers a similar square-cut neckline as the bodysuit above, but as a single top.
Pros
Flattering square-cut neckline
Thick straps for support
Tummy control
Cons
No bottom shaping
$23.00
Maidenform Wear Your Own Bra Shapewear Torsette
If you're worried about a compressive top giving you uni-boob or a squashed chest, you can always wear your own bra with this open-bust top!
Pros
Smooth, cool fabric
Mesh lining targets tummy and sides
Cons
Only one color
Starting at $21.00
Yes, this lace number is actually a shapewear top! It may not look like it, but this piece has 360-degree targeting of the waist and tummy!
Pros
Three colors
Built-in bra
Cons
Some shoppers may prefer wider straps
On Sale: $26Was $45You Save 42%
Maidenform Women's Ultra Firm Nipper Waist Trainer
Waist trainers have become more popular over the years, and this one from Maidenform is a classic. It functions like an unwired corset, zeroing in on pulling in the waist.
Pros
Perfect for nipping in the waist specifically
Can be worn under any full-length top
Cons
More of a corset than a top
Does not include bra/chest support
No bottom shaping
On Sale: $17Was $47You Save 64%
Bottoms Only
Shapermint High Waisted Body Shaper Shorts
As far as shorts go, this pair from Shapermint offers a fabulous amount of coverage, spanning from high on the waist to just above the knee.
Pros
Ideal for zeroing in on slimming the thighs
Also offers tummy control
Cons
No top shaping
Bottoms can be too long on the thigh for short skirt
On Sale: $26Was $40You Save 35%
Werena Tummy Control Thong Shapewear
This thong panty-style bit of shapewear hones in on one of many of our most insecure areas: the tummy. It sucks in the stomach and helps smooth and flatten the back too.
Pros
Concentrates on the stomach and back
Coverage on the stomach with breathability on the bottom
Cons
Only focuses on the stomach and back
Thong cut can be divisive for some
On Sale: $16Was $26You Save 38%
Spanx Power Shorts Body Shaper
Power Shorts are a Spanx classic, with a belly button-level rise at the hips and mid-thigh coverage. They're basically the shaping level between boy shorts and high-waisted, full thigh bottoms.
Pros
The Goldilocks of shaping shorts — not too high, not too long
Lightweight
Cons
Only mid-thigh coverage
Only mid-waist coverage
$36.00
Maidenform Flexees High-Waist Brief Firm Control Shapewear
If you want a high-waisted panty-style shaping bottom but don't love a thong cut, these briefs from Maidenform are the perfect solve.
Pros
Firm-control shaping for the waist
Brief bottoms for more coverage than a thong cut
Cons
No thigh slimming
On Sale: $15Was $36You Save 58%
Shapermint Women's Tummy Control Boy Shorts
These shapers give tummy control with a little extra security at the bottom thanks to an adorable boy-short cut.
Pros
Boy short cut offers slightly more coverage than brief bottoms
Tummy control
Cons
Very little thigh slimming
$27.00
Spanx Women's Higher Power Tummy Control Panties
Durable, breathable tummy control — if you're looking for it, these Power Panties have it!
Pros
Tummy control focus
Lightweight and breathable
Cons
No thigh shaping
On Sale: $30$38You Save 21%
Shapermint Body Shaper Tummy Control Panty
These tummy control panties from Shapermint come in a variety of neutral colors (from black to latte to nude), so they'll wear wonderfully under pretty much any bottom.
Pros
Adaptable colors
High waist cut with tummy control
Cons
No thigh shaping
On Sale: $25Was $42You Save 40%
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