Customer Reviews

Lipo in a Box "Original Firm Control" Shaping Camisole, W/Underwire Nude or Black, XS thru 2X

5 star:		(3)
4 star:		(1)
3 star:		(0)
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1 star:		(1)

 

 

I purchased this because I need a little "hold in" without the need to suffocate myself by wearing some of the "rubber" shapewear available.

This camisole is a great product. I love the underwire, because it really gives you a nice lift without looking like your chest is up to your neck; it also separates - so no uni-boob look. I have only worn this over my "house bra" - which is the Leading Lady Front Hook Soft Cup Bra (sometimes I'm too lazy to put on my regular, Bali underwire) and it's not bulky at all. I would not recommend you wear this with an underwire bra; I would also not wear it without a bra - I just don't think it would give enough support, plus I'd be cold in the winter. The cups are the perfect size, especially if you're a little bigger. I'm a 42C and I got the XL. It fits perfectly over my soft cup bra and it gives me a nice lift.

This cami is very comfortable.

The material around the waist, while it is thicker than most, will not push in your tummy as much as the "rubber" camis out there. It will soften some of the "rolls" but not by much - it's definitely not a miracle worker if you happen to be overweight.
The cami is fairly long and it will not roll up. I have not worn this with a dress or a skirt, but tucked into pants is perfect.

I only wear this when I go out shopping. I live in Colorado and it's been below freezing the last few weeks. This really keeps you warm without making you sweat, which I like a lot.

As with any shapewear it might be a little difficult to put on, but I found that if you pull it up (as you would pants) instead of trying to pull it down over your head, it is A LOT easier to maneuver.

All in all a great buy.

It works BUT you have to pair it with another shapewear product like the high waist brief or slimming brief. It has to tuck into another garment or it will roll up.If you do this it works and is a great camisole.not too hurt or uncomfortable.

This is a great item, but could use a couple of `tweaks' to make it just right. That said, it seems to be the best option currently on the market for this type of garment.

The pros:

The material is relatively thin compared to other shapewear camisoles so it's cooler, and is very stretchy. It gives a nice, comfortable level of support that feels like a second skin. Before I threw them all in the trash, I used to wear a 38C bra size. The size L in this item is a perfect fit for me. The cups are not molded or padded, so they don't add any bulk, which means my tops fit much better across the bust line. If someone wanted the extra padding, they could always use inserts.

The cons:
Under wires: I hate them all. I first purchased this item about 14 mos ago. The first time I wore it, the under wires on both sides popped up through the cleavage end of the casing, right into public view. I put them back in place, but it happened again and again. So finally I just pulled them out, and I'm glad that I did. The removal of the under wires made this much more comfortable, but the level of support was exactly the same without them! It seems that just the presence of the underwire casing, because it remains stationary while the rest of the garment stretches, is enough to keep the girls in position. Once on, I absolutely NEVER have to adjust it. The only contribution the under wires were making was a little bit of forced rounding on the sides of the cups. I personally prefer the look and fit without that extra shaping. I wish they'd make this without the underwire, but with the underwire casing. I tried the soft-cup version, but it just doesn't deliver the same adjustment-free fit. So I bought three more of the underwire version and just undid the stitching on the ends of the casing and removed the wires. I couldn't get them out until I tried to put the cami on. Then they popped right out!

The bottom hem: The bottom will roll up if left to it's own devices, but simply placing your underwear over it corrects this. It's also very narrow, so it tends to make a very visible line that will show through lighter weight pants and skirts if you're carrying any extra weight at all. If they widened the hem to around 2 inches or so, it would probably eliminate both of these problems.

The straps: They dig in to my shoulders. Some padding or different material might help? I usually wear silicone bra straps to help alleviate this, but I wish I didn't have to.

All in all, I'm giving this 5 stars for being `best in class.' I think I've purchased or tried on just about every one available in my quest to never have to wear a bra again, and this one beats them all by a lot. I have very sensitive skin around my ribcage and just cannot tolerate even the softest bra band.
I'm hoping the manufacturer might see this review and consider my suggestions for a future version of this camisole.

For me, the fit is poor - I am short, wear a 38C bra. No 'shaping', just another layer. Went back to my Naomi & Nicole which has nice compression and stays put.

Great product, no rolling. Bad thing is I can only wear for no more than 10 hours, after that it feels uncomfortable. But it does the job and I will buy more.