Body briefs are one-piece lingerie garments made of microfiber, spandex, and stretch lace materials that provide shaping and support for the body. They come in various styles, sizes, and colors and are ideal for wearing under formal or casual wear. A proper fit is essential for comfort and support.
Body briefs are a form of intimate apparel consisting of one-piece lingerie garments, as well as sporty and casual body suits. Like other forms of intimate apparel, body briefs, sometimes called body shapers or simply body suits, come in various styles, sizes, shapes, and functions. Body briefs are often constructed entirely or in part of microfiber, spandex, and stretch lace materials. The purpose of the body brief is to provide a one-piece undergarment that covers the bust to the bottom and offers shaping and/or support of the body.
Like the corset that once served as the sole facilitator of the hourglass figure, body briefs are meant to enhance the shape of the body. Unlike the corset, body briefs do not cause a tight waist, nor are they as uncomfortable or difficult to wear. Most body briefs are designed to shape and conceal areas of the body that many women consider “problem” areas, such as the tummy, buttocks, hips, and thighs.
There are numerous styles of body briefs and numerous colors as well. Black, white, natural, and combinations of each are common colors, as is a transparent skin tone. Depending on the style, body briefs are available strapless or convertible to strapless, with underwire and underwire support, and can be short or long. Long styles are called full body suits or briefs. Some have attached garter belts to accommodate thigh-high stockings.
Body briefs are ideal for wearing under dresses, suits, and formal wear, as well as casual wear. In addition, body informers can offer additional support that may be needed after childbirth and after certain surgeries. Talk to your doctor before using a body briefer for post-surgical support.
The key to a comfortable and supportive body brief is a proper fit. Many department stores sell body briefs in their intimate apparel departments, and they can also be ordered online and by mail order. When ordering by mail, be sure to check the return policy in case your selection is not suitable. If possible, consider having a professional fit before purchasing a body brief for the first time.
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