I'm 5'3" 160 and 4 months postpartum. I purchased these to wear under dresses because my thighs rub together and I wanted something higher to hold in the stomach. I wear these over my regular underwear and like them so far. They don't suck in as much as I'd like, but they are not a shaper, so I can't expect that. I also wish the legs were just a tiny bit shorter because you will likely be able to see them under some of my dresses.