A few years ago, plus size lingerie was almost a taboo subject. Curvy or big women (no, it's not a bad word) struggled to ...

If you like practical underwear that still look hot, Hanky Panky is your dream brand. Their Signature Lace Original Rise ...

GUANGZHOU : Surrounded by racks of colourful dresses and blazers in China’s manufacturing hub of Guangzhou, plus-size ...

In Guangzhou, Amanda Yao promotes body positivity as a plus-size clothing brand owner. Her vibrant designs challenge China's ...

And even certain brands that sell “plus-size” jeans cut corners by working from the same patterns used for their straight sizes, with (often thin) designers not designing for curves ...

So to find the best shapewear, I put together a panel of experts — including underwear-store owners, plus-size bloggers, and Hollywood costume designers — and asked them about their favorites.

Perri Ormont Blumberg is a freelance writer and editor with 10+ years of experience. She joined the InStyle team as a contributing writing in 2022.