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When most people think of the word "body shaper," they tend to conjure up mental images of women's slimming undergarments that tuck in and flatten the tummy. However, there is an increasing selection of body shapers for men in today's marketplace. Men who wear slimming shapers are not compromising their masculinity, but instead want to look leaner and feel more confident in the every day clothes that they wear. Even though these slimming garments for men are becoming more commonplace, it still may be difficult to find them in your local mall or department store. Because you cannot necessarily count on having an actual salesperson to help find the perfect tummy-flattening shaper, here are some need-to-know tips to buy the right one for you.
What kind of coverage are you looking for?
Men's body shapers run the gamut from compression t-shirts and compression vests designed to flatten out unsightly man boobs and spare tire around your waist to men's girdles that resemble boxers or briefs with a special panel inside to suck in the stomach to actual full length shapers. First, you want to identify for yourself what your problem areas are so that you can buy the correct undergarment with the level of coverage you desire.
What size should I buy?
Men's body shapers are cut differently than women's. While some men actually prefer to wear female body shaping undergarments, the male versions are made especially to maintain a masculine appearance rather than mimic the feminine hourglass shape desired by the fairer sex. Also unlike female body shaping undergarments, men's body shapers tend to run in the same sizes as regular men's apparel - simply take note of your waist measurement and select accordingly.
What are the recommended brands?
You will want to pay close attention to reviews before you take the plunge to buy them. You can find many different brands on the market from Underworks to Squeem or Equmen. Read customer reviews on websites like Amazon very carefully, taking notes of the pros and cons before you hit the "Buy Now" button. If for some reason you cannot find any reviews listed, you can always take a walk on the wild side and test drive one yourself! Generally, these male undergarments are not very expensive, so expect to drop around $30 for your experiment to find out which slimming undergarment is right for you.
