I have to admit, unlike most Latinas, it took me a really long time to finally embrace fajas. I always saw shapewear as an easy way out to looking slim, without the exercise and healthy eating habits. That is until I learned that even the most toned chicas own a pair of supportive high-rise panties or corsets to give them that perfect hourglass shape. I've been hooked ever since. It's no wonder they're making such a strong comeback!
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The great thing about fajas today is they come in a wide variety of styles, to help target various "problem areas." So instead of wearing a full body (bust to thighs) shapewear suit like most of our abuelitas did back in the day, you can find comfy pieces that are specifically designed to cover a pesky muffin top or tummy, minimize big thighs, or even perk up saggy boobs. Here are a few shapewear pieces that will give you that fabulous hour glass figure ASAP!
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Tuck in your tummy
If a pesky tummy is your problem, look for a comfortable shaping brief that's going to flatten your stomach without the annoying panty lines. Yummielife.com, $18
Hide chichos
Fake a slimmer waist, with a control cami that's going to smooth your torso and hide any chichos. Spanx.com, $118
Slim thighs
A high-waisted shapewear brief slims your thighs AND your tummy! Perfect to wear under form-fitted dresses! Hanes.com $40
Perk up butt
Is your butt looking flat or saggy these days? Try a pair of padded panties. You'll have everyone thinking you've been doing squats for days! Lovemybubbles.com, $40
Tone arms
This stylish lace armery doesn't just slim and sculpt arms, it'll look great with a strapless LBD! YourContour.com, $30
Big boobs
If you have big boobs, sometimes a regular bra doesn't exactly cut it. Try a minimizing bra that's going to reduce your bust, provide full coverage, and comfortably support the girls! Spanx.com, $68
