I like this more than spanx! It really does do what it claims. After having a baby, I had a little pooch on my lower abdomen that I needed help toning down as some of my clothes are form fitting. Vedette definitely helped my waistline and flattened by belly. I like the hook and eye panty as it makes going to the bathroom so much easier. One caution though, you might want to size up. I am 5'3" and 110 pounds. While I followed the size recommendation and ordered an XS, I also ordered a S to compare. The XS took longer to put on and was a bit snug for me. The S was actually more comfortable throughout the day because it was the right amount of compression and it was easier to put on. If you are short and under 105 pounds, the xs might be perfect for you.