this really smoothed the love handles out, the tummy not quite as much. I liked the fit, cup size was right on and altho' I hate thongs, this was OK. Made the 2 dresses I had bought look fabulous. Would be improved by having snap fasteners (like Panache)instead of hook & eye. OK to do up when you're getting dressed but not so easy when fully dressed. Jayne from Ottawa/Ontario/Canada

• Body Type: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 50's
• Posted: January, 2013

firm fitting, well-proportioned Randi from ny, ny

• Body Type: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 50's
• Posted: August, 2011

MOST bodyshapers are WAY too long and made for tall people... I'm 5'4, 130 lbs, this thong fits great (and I don't even like thongs) Randi from New York, NY

• Body Type: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 50's
• Posted: August, 2011

I love it! It fits great and it's a great undergarment to own. This the fourth one I've purchased. I hope it NEVER gets discontinue. I would recommend it! Genn from NYC

• Body Type: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: 30's
• Posted: August, 2011

I am a very petite gal, 5' 4" - size 2/4. I ordered one size larger than my normal size, but even with a satin slip over my leg/hips in an attempt to make it easier to step into, I could barely pull it over my hips (which are only 35"). They need to go back to the original design. I owned three of this garment in it's former style, which had a strap in the back like a regular bra, and a sort of keyhole loop under the strap. That design help one put on the garment, which is very snug.

Annette Response: This was one of the first styles introduced to the US by Annette. It was well received; however, many small boutiques suggested to them that it was difficult to put on so they introduced style 10581 which was THE EXACT SAME SILHOUETTE except that it had a hook and eye closure in the back that enabled the garment to be wider at the top and was easier to get into. Unfortunately, decisions often come down to numbers and they did not do enough volume to keep this style in the line. Latin America continued to see exceptional sales on the original 10496 – that customer is used to a much tighter fit and was/is willing to struggle a bit to put the bodysuit on to achieve incredible results. There are many women in the US who are not willing to go through this challenge. Style #10496 was reintroduced by HerRoom to appeal to the needs of the Latin woman or her US counterpart who is looking for firm control. The easiest way to put this garment on is to fold over the top at the waist, step into it, and pull up. Suzanne from Dana Point, CA

• Body Type: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 50's
• Posted: July, 2011

The best shapewar garment I have ever worn. I feel great and sexy. IT REALLY WORKS! Jamie from NY

• Posted: October, 2004