The Best Shapewear to Pair with Bodysuits

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Here’s the thing about bodysuits: they look amazing… but only if the fit feels smooth. One weird line, one too-tight seam, and suddenly what should’ve been a sleek outfit feels like a wrestling match with your clothes. That’s where shapewear comes in — not to change your body, but to help your bodysuits sit the way they’re supposed to. Think of it like the quiet little secret that makes everything look polished.

Instead of grabbing whatever’s in the back of your drawer, it pays to find shapewear that actually works with bodysuits. That means no digging, no rolling, and definitely no “visible short lines” situation. Let’s talk about the best shapewear solutions for every bodysuit problem.

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The “Seamless Finish” Problem

Bodysuits are meant to look like a second skin — but not when seams and edges start announcing themselves under your jeans.
Solution: Look for shapewear with raw-cut edges or laser finishing. It disappears under even the thinnest bodysuit.

Spanx

SPANXsculpt™ Seamless Power

Thong Bodysuit

$58.00

The “Extra Security” Problem

Some bodysuits are basically whisper-thin, and while that’s cute in theory, it can make you feel exposed in real life.
Solution: Light compression shorts or a smoothing slip give just enough coverage to keep you confident without adding bulk.

SPANXsculpt™ Seamless Power

High-Waisted Mid-Thigh Short

$38.00

The “Waist Gap” Problem

High-waist jeans + bodysuit = a gap at the waistline that makes you tug at your clothes all day.
Solution: Medium-control high-waist shapewear smooths the waistline and keeps everything tucked where it should be.

SPANXsmooth™ Fit-To-You

Mid-Thigh Short

$38.00

The “All-Day Comfort” Problem

It’s not just about looking smooth for five minutes — you actually need to sit, stand, and live in your clothes.
Solution: Opt for breathable fabrics and stretch shapewear that feels more like a base layer than a corset.

SPANXshape™ Suit Your Fancy

Plunge Low-Back Mid-Thigh Bodysuit

$148.00

The “Special Occasion” Problem

Dinner date, wedding guest outfit, holiday party — sometimes you just want a little extra confidence.
Solution: Full-body shapewear that combines smoothing and support without flattening you out (because yes, you still want curves).

SPANXshape™ Invisible

Mid-Thigh Bodysuit

$98

Bodysuits are one of those closet staples that make you look instantly put-together — but only if what’s underneath is working with you, not against you. The right shapewear smooths, supports, and lets you focus on the outfit, not the fidgeting.

And if you’re still stuck on what basics actually deserve a spot in your closet, my 100+ Wardrobe Essentials Checklist breaks it all down for you — so every outfit, from shapewear to statement piece, has a plan.