Cupid Shapewear

Cupid shapewear is designed to fit closely, but the correct size should still allow you to breathe, sit and move comfortably. Do not choose a smaller size simply to create more control; an undersized garment can roll, dig in and create more visible edges.

Use both waist and hip measurements when choosing briefs and shorts. Cupid's own guidance recommends selecting the size that corresponds to the hips when the waist and hip measurements fall into different sizes. This gives the lower body enough room and helps the garment sit in the intended position.

High-waisted briefs and boyshorts should reach the natural waist without folding. A torsette should feel secure through the torso while leaving the bra band and cups free to sit correctly. Mid-thigh shorts should lie flat at the leg opening without restricting movement or creating a ridge.

Shapewear can feel firmer when first pulled on than ordinary underwear. Step into it carefully, work it upwards gradually and position each panel before judging the fit. The fabric should feel supportive rather than painful, and seams or silicone edges should remain flat.

For help choosing the right size or control level, visit us for professional fitting advice or view our bra and brief size guide. When shopping online, look for the “What’s my size?” button on participating product pages for additional TrueFit guidance.

• Choose a high-waisted brief for concentrated smoothing through the tummy, waist and hips.
• Choose a high-waisted boyshort when you also want coverage through the upper thigh and a longer leg line.
• Choose a mid-thigh shaping short beneath dresses, skirts and trousers when thigh smoothing matters.
• Choose a torsette bodybriefer for connected shaping through the back, waist, tummy and hips while wearing your own bra.
• Choose a low-back shaping short beneath occasionwear where standard high-waisted shapewear may show.
• Choose a padded shaping short when you want tummy and thigh control combined with added rear definition.

The strongest garment is not automatically the best one. The most successful shapewear is usually the lightest control level that creates the finish you need while remaining comfortable for the full length of wear.

The confirmed Cupid compositions in the supplied file are high-stretch polyamide-and-elastane blends. Polyamide gives the garments their smooth, lightweight surface, while elastane creates the strong recovery and compression needed for shaping.

Black Magic contains 64% polyamide and 36% elastane. Sleek Essentials contains 66% polyamide and 34% elastane. These proportions explain why the garments feel considerably firmer than ordinary briefs even though they remain flexible.

The file does not provide compositions for Dress Rehearsal or the Full Effect Padded Shaping Short. Those products should retain product-specific care and composition details from their labels rather than being assigned the percentages of another Cupid range.

To protect the stretch and shaping performance:

• Hand wash whenever possible using cool or lukewarm water.
• Use a detergent designed for delicate stretch fabrics.
• Do not use bleach or fabric conditioner, which can affect elastane and silicone finishes.
• Avoid rubbing, wringing or twisting the garment.
• Close hooks before washing and handle padded sections carefully.
• Dry naturally away from tumble dryers, radiators and direct heat.
• Store garments flat or gently folded rather than tightly compressed.

We stock Soak lingerie wash, which is suitable for gently hand-washing shapewear and other delicate stretch garments.