Cool find: Uniqlo Body Shaper
Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at 6:49AM I was at the Mall of Asia last Sunday with my mom. I dragged her to Uniqlo to check out the perpetual sale going on there (not that I'm complaining), and that's where I found this beauty!
It's only P390 at the current sale price and I love it. It's super comfy as a body shaper, not too restricting and hot, plus it doubles as shorts for days when I'm wearing short dresses. Did I say it was only P390? A similar thing from Bench would cost as much sans the nicer fabric.
I also really appreciate that there's an attendant standing by just to help you choose the right size. She approached me with a smile and asked if I wanted to be measured. There were TONS of people inside the store last Sunday, but it's nice that there's always someone standing by per station to help you out with anything. They're so cheerful and warm!
Maybe that's why even though Uniqlo is a fairly low-end brand (even here because of pricing), I feel it's high-end. Interiors are classy, service is great, and the overall branding is flawless.
Anyway, back to the body shaper! I like the lace garter although I'm worried it might slip when I move too much. Hm. There's another version of this body shaper with a tighter garter - perhaps I should get that next time!
Another thing to note is that this does NOT have the hold of the more expensive body shapers. It's looser, helps tuck in some flabs, but it's not that tight. I actually like that because on normal days I just need minimal control. I suggest, if you really want a drastic difference, go for Spanx, Inches Off, or Wacoal.
Seamless!
I also threw in a pink knit sweater just because. It was on sale from P990 to P790 - not bad! I should check out Uniqlo more often, instead of going to Forever 21 and buying one-time dresses. :P
Reader Comments (17)
The body shaper looks mahalin..;) hindi halata na u got it for only 390. Such a great steal!
Wow! Exactly what I need and with that price, I might run to MOA right now. Would you know until when the sale is Ms. Liz? Gusto ko talaga nito kaya lang the ones I see in the malls are expensive, like 2-3k each. Btw, is this high waist also?
Agree with Forever21. Sometimes they have nice stuff, but oftentimes, their stuff aren't long-lasting. Naghihimulmol agad, nasisira agad.
Yeah. Forget about Forever 21. Uniqlo has the best pieces! Simple for daywear but you can dress it up to look good enough for something more swanky. Best thing about them is collections seem to vary per country. I never seldom see clothes from the PH in SG and vice versa.
Uniqlo has awesome basic pieces. I got a blazer there for Php 1,400 and the fit is great. Plus it's not too thick so it's perfect for Manila weather. Ladies, check out their underwear too. :) affordable and comfy. Lasts longer din than the other brands of the same price range.
ugh, i need one of those for this incredibly hip-hugging serpentina gown i have to wear. does it, umm, tuck in your thighs?
I like the lace trim. Do they have this in black? I wear trimmed cycling shorts under short dresses, but they're too loose for me. Maybe this would fit better.
Forever21 sucks. I can't find anything I like in there, they all seem so Divisoria quality. Even the new much-hyped Cotton On is the same. Ahhh I just hate fast fashion. I wish they'd bring in something of higher quality. Like Madewell, or maybe one of those other Japanese brands.
I found the most amazing parka at Uniqlo the other day. It was from the Bed and Balcony line, but I didn't get it because mainit sa Pilipinas xD
I want!! Too bad Uniqlo is sooooo far from my house. I really wish they'd open more branches. The quality of their clothes is really nice, I love their Breton shirts. Maybe you can do a fashion-outfit post on Uniqlo soon.
I love Muji! I like going in there because of the interiors! So clean and classic! I love their pens, markers, and highlighters too! (THE PRETTY COLORS!! HAHAHA)
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This looks interesting. How does it compare to Inches Off?
I agree that Forever 21 can be hit&miss sometimes. i find Cotton On naman too pricey for the quality. I've always wanted to get Spanx na but seeing this might be a good replacement for it.
I think the lace should be fine! Would be really pretty when you're wearing something low-waist or anything that *might* show a bit of your hips. It will just naturally show itself as a part of your outfit. ;) Yeah, there might be a problem with how it will hug to you, but I know it can't be too bad. :)
I don't know why, but I always have problems with body shapers. Maybe I'm not too comfortable with them? Or maybe I'm worried that fatty thighs will begin showing their shameful bulges. Either way, I always settle to my trusty boy-shorts, since the size of my behind is... well, too obvious. I have to compress it somehow.. :P
Thank you for this post! Now I know where to find a good body shaper when I will really need one! I like how it is seamless--- it will wrap more comfortably and will show nothing of it when I wear dresses with clingy fabrics. >.< Thank you so much! :)
@Angel could be high waist but it rolls down! Mid-waist siya best.
@Chel @Mara @Joyce in defense of Forever 21, they have some nice long-lasting stuff. Some! Hehe. It's my go to store for event wear. Pansinin eh.
But Cotton On? OMG I rly don't get it! So expensive and the clothes look like they come from Divi / Korean resellers. Not worth the dough IMHO.
@Jin Need to check that out as well
@Isea texted you lol
@Aviva Yes may black ala cycling shorts! It doesn't have the lace garter.
@Buch I'm sure Uniqlo would consider! They seem to be a hit!
@Nadine Same!
@ManilaJen Agree!
Ate, please post a look of wearing this! Parang outfit with and without! :D Thanks!
Uniqlo has nice and cheap basic apparel. My Mom got me a pair of shorts and a maxi dress and I loved them. I have a body shaper from Marks & Spencer. It's effective, but I find it too long. I can't wear short dresses with 'em.
First of all, how much was the body shaper originally? Thanks. I've been looking so long for body shapers (i.e. corsets, etc) because sometimes I feel insecure about my softdrinks belly. Hehe. Most of the ones being sold by lingerie stores (Wacoal, Maidenform, etc) are too expensive. I live far away from MOA, but I hope to go there this weekend and check out Uniqlo.
Lately, most of the clothes I have are from Forever 21. Like I said before, I'm a college girl and our school has no uniform. You really have to have a lot of clothes to make it through a semester. However, after being worn twice or thrice, the quality of the clothes change. The color fades, the fabric thins, etc. Also, while walking around the mall I went into Zara. While browsing their clothes, I realized how tacky Forever 21 is compared to Zara. In F21's defense, however, Zara's classiness comes with a price tag.
I think the bottom line is: if you need the clothes for once or twice only, then go to f21. But if you want to have classy, timeless, durable clothes, then go somewhere else. Maybe uniqlo. We'll see ;)