When it comes to a bride looking her very best on her own wedding day, having a good foundation is absolute key! That is why we spoke with CEO of Magic Bodyfashion, Linda Leestemaker to give us some tips on how to advice brides on selecting the right shapewear for their BIG day.
Linda Leestemaker – Co-CEO MAGIC Bodyfashion
When thinking about shapewear, many still believe that it’s only for women of Plus-Size. What do you say to this and how does wearing shapewear benefit women of all sizes?
Shapewear is for every woman caring about how she looks and presents herself. Indeed we do hear this very often but the opposite is true as sizes Small and Medium are our very best sizes in Shapewear. MAGIC Bodyfashion embraces women in all sizes as we think you are beautiful just the way you are. However wearing Shapewear gives you the ultimate confidence as it takes care of looking smooth in the clothes you wear and makes bulges, you do not want to see, disappear. Also being a petite you will still have these discomforts and will be happier not showing them. This is why MAGIC Shapewear really benefits all women around the globe in all sizes.
Most brides want to be comfortable on their wedding day. Can shapewear still be comfortable and even breathable on hot days?
Your wedding day needs to be your most wonderful day you can imagine. MAGIC Shapewear definitely will contribute to this as we care about women. MAGIC Bodyfashion is by Women for Women. This means we test all of our products in a test panel of women in each size as we want to offer that utmost comfort and you shouldn’t even feel it while wearing it! Hot days or not, all of our Shapewear is made out of breathable materials. This is why we are also very much wanted in countries with warmer climates. No matter what Shapewear piece you wear of MAGIC Bodyfashion it feels great and not tight, provides you with the solution you are looking for and will be comfortable all day and night while celebrating that precious day!
How can wearing shapewear incorrectly ruin a wedding day look?
The biggest warning here is to wear the right Shapewear piece in the right size! There are a lot of women that think wearing a smaller size will make you look better. The opposite is true. MAGIC Shapewear gives you the very best results wearing the right size. If not, the garment will roll, move the wrong way or irritate you as it feels tight. Also not wearing the right piece of Shapewear, or a brand not valuing comfort and the right materials, might result in not making your dress look as it should. For this reason the Bridal expert will be the best to advise what garment to wear underneath as we train our customers with the benefits and specialties there are around MAGIC Shapewear.
Can you recommend certain styles and pieces that are perfect for certain styles of wedding gowns.
Maxi Sexy Hi-Bermuda: This Shapewear piece is the ultimate piece of Shapewear underneath most wedding gowns. The MAGIC Bodyfashion Maxi Sexy Collection is a collection providing a maximum level of shaping and is made of a smooth, comfortable and seamless material. This specific Bermuda covers the entire midriff area from the bra until half way down the upper legs. Any dress that sculpts the body will look absolutely fabulous wearing this garment underneath.
ForEveryone Hi-Shaper: Even more of a function is offered by this piece of Shapewear as it provides the ultra-firm shaping level. In case you have gained a bit right before your big day it doesn’t matter as this garment takes care of it all. It is soft, seamless and has strong shaping panels inside of the Shaper. Dresses that are tight to the body will look at its best wearing ForEveryone!
Tummy Shaper lace: For a more sexy dress which is low cut at the front and back, and where you only need to shape the stomach area, this Shaper is perfect. It doesn’t look like shapewear and gives you that sexy look you want with this dress. Off course you wear it with one of the MAGIC Backless Solutions to feel secure and confident at your big day.
ForEveryone Bodysuit: Dresses with a covered back and tight fit need the ForEveryone Bodysuit as this is the ultimate shaping pieces shaping all you want including your back. Everything will look very smooth.
What Are The Problem Areas Most Women Complain About? Which Pieces From Your Collection Can Best Tackle Those Areas?
Muffin Tops: this is the zone around your waist. Every person knows that sometimes wearing jeans or something else you have muffin tops coming out over the waistband…. Any higher garment coming up till your bra will take care of this problem area.
Pear Shape: when having a pear shaped figure this often pairs with fuller upper legs. Best product to wear is a Shaping Dress.
Apple Shape: when having more of a round shaped figure a bodybriefer is perfect.
Bigger Stomach: when having a bigger stomach zone a waistnipper really helps to give you that beautiful waist again. The Maxi Sexy Waistnipper is also perfect for that Big Day as it gives comfort and support to the back and you will be able to dance the night away after having a long day!
And should brides still wear undergarments under the shapewear?
They can but do not have to. In case you have a very tight dress made of material that is smooth, best is not to wear undergarments under MAGIC Shapewear. There is always a cotton gusset in each garment which makes it suitable to wear as underwear. In case you prefer to wear underwear you should as it is still very comfortable. In that case we advise to wear MAGIC Dream.
What is your personal favorite piece from the Magic Body Shapewear collection?
I have many … But my absolute favorite is the Maxi Sexy Short. Perfect in Summer & Winter! Of course it depends what clothes I wear as I strongly believe each woman should have a wardrobe in Shapewear to match each piece of garment. This is what I have and it has become a habit of wearing Shapewear each day!
Shapewear has come a long way over the years. What are some new shapewear innovations incorporated in your current collections?
MAGIC Bodyfashion is known for being Innovative and brings 4 new collections each year. Next month we launch two Tone Your Body camisoles that are perfect to wear each day and gives shaping to front and back. Besides the comfortable, flexible but firm material it is innovative because of the special seamless panel at the breasts which takes care you still have that beautiful figure and prevents the breasts are being pushed into a position you do not want.
What is your advice to retailers in helping brides find the right shapewear? (On my wedding day, my shapewear caused my “Reifrock/Hoop Skirt Petticoat” to constantly slip down on the dance floor! I wish someone would have properly advised me)
Take care you have the must haves of MAGIC Bodyfashion available for all Brides To Be. Also make sure to get a product training from your MAGIC Sales Representative to be able to provide the Brides To Be with the best product for their Wedding Dress. There is no reason she should doubt everything will look beautiful and stay in place! MAGIC Bodyfashion is happy to contribute to this happy and special day for her and all women in her Wedding Party!
We would like to thank Linda Leestemaker for this interview.
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