The Best Spanx We’ve Tested, Reviewed by Our Editors

Spanx may be best known for its shapewear, but our editors’ closets are full of the brand’s loungewear, sports bras, and jeans. And we’re not the only ones: Oprah, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Jennifer Garner are just a few of the stars known to wear the brand.

We rummaged through our own closets to compile a list of the best Spanx products. These styles are soft, stylish and very comfortable. Here are the best Spanx styles seen on celebrities and worn by our editors.

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If you haven’t jumped on the wide-legged bandwagon yet, it’s probably time. These wide leg pants It is very comfortable thanks to its silky soft fabric and flowing cut. Even though they look like tracksuits, they have a classic look that can be worn.

Editors Say

“I wear these buttery comfy pants more than any other bottoms I own. They are extremely comfortable in almost all temperatures, have the most beautiful shape and can withstand countless washings. “I convinced many of my friends and family members to buy these pants, and their lives were changed forever.”—Alyssa Brasciashopping writer

Size Range: Available in sizes XS–3X, petite and tall | Place: Runs a little big | Color Options: 11

Shopping writer Alyssa Brascia wears Spanx AirEssentials Half-Zip Wide Leg Pants.

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This half zipper was featured on: Oprah’s Favorite Things It made the list in 2022, and many celebrities have worn this model since then (including Karlie Kloss and Gwyneth Paltrow). We love it too. Its loose fit keeps you effortlessly cool, and its luxurious fabric keeps you comfortable all day long.

Editors Say

“Okay, you added the tracksuits to your cart; Now all you have to do is complete the look with this half zipper. It’s made from the same silky soft material and has a simple silhouette that makes this lounge set look stylish. My lazy days and errands have never looked better since this set came into my life.”—Alyssa Brascia

Size Range: XS–3X | Place: Runs a little small | Color Options: 12

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Booty Boost pants are designed to lift and shape the booty, and these flared pants also provide a confidence boost. Designed with real bodies in mind, they’re sweat-wicking, breathable, and camel-toe resistant (no center seam in the front). We also love that they come in petite and tall sizes.

Editors Say

“Spanx’s entire BootyBoost line works wonders for lift, shape, and contouring. I’ve been singing the praises of BootyBoost leggings for years, but I recently bought these yoga pants (!!) and I’ve never felt better in a pair of workout leggings.”—Erin Johnsondeputy editor-in-chief

Size Range: Available in sizes XS–3X, petite and tall | Place: Runs a little small | Color Options: 4

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When We tested 42 pairs of jeansThese flexible flares have earned their place on our favorites list. The fabric is compressive, so it shapes the legs and hips while smoothing the tummy. Somehow, these jeans still surprise us with their comfort, thanks in part to the retractable elastic waistband that never digs into our skin. We I recommend it to curvy womenAlso remember that they work for a long time.

Size Range: XS–3X | Place: True to size, available in petite and tall | Color Options: 5

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This crewneck is luxuriously soft and very airy. One shopper even called it “the softest sweatshirt you’ll ever wear.” The relaxed fit maintains a super casual look, while the crew neck’s unique pleated details add style.

Editors Say

“I love these crew necks so much I have four: burgundy, olive green, black and white. They are very comfortable, durable and easy to style for fall. “I wear them over a button-up for a dressy look, or pair them with leggings or jeans for casual wear.”—Madison Yaugershopping editor

Size Range: XS–3X | Place: Oversized | Color Options: 6

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If you’re not shopping for activewear from Spanx, you’re missing out. This medium-support sports bra wicks sweat, dries quickly and has light compression. We love that it also provides UPF 50 sun protection. This bra became ours sports bra.

Editors Say

“This is definitely my favorite sports bra. It’s supportive, soft and flattering. Paired with high-waisted leggings, it shows only a small portion of my torso, so I feel confident and fashionable without revealing too much of my midriff.”—Erin Johnson

Size Range: XS–2X | Place: small works | Color Options: 2

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It should come as no surprise that we also love Spanx’s shapewear. These shorts smooth and shape your waist and thighs without digging, rounding or tightening. PEOPLE’s deputy editor-in-chief Jen Maldonado He says these shorts stay in place all day long and are so comfortable he forgets he’s even wearing them.

Editors Say

“I’m extremely picky about shapewear as I find most styles uncomfortable, but these shorts are a game changer. I wore these under a variety of dresses, including a satin bridesmaid dress, a casual t-shirt dress, and a slim-fit dress. Plus, they won’t make you feel bored at all; They just soften it.”—Jen Maldonadodeputy editor-in-chief

Size Range: XS–3X | Place: True to size, slightly compressive | Color Options: 4

Spanx Bra-llelujah! Lightly Lined Wireless Bra

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We tested 58 bras and Bra-llelujah! The Wireless Bra proved to be one most comfortable bras there. The buckle-free back gave us a smooth look, so we didn’t see any bumps, rolls, or lines even on the back of the shirt. The lightly padded cups gave us a nice lift, while the wide and soft straps ensured we didn’t feel any shoulder pain (this was especially important for our tester, who wears an E or F cup).

Bra-llelujah has more than one bra! including some styles worn by celebrities. Fans of the bra include: Kylie Jenner And Jennifer Garner.

Band Size Range: 30–38 | Cup Size Range: TO ADD | Color Options: 2

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These are absolute The best black tights we tested. We found these to be comfortable and stretchy, and appreciated the controlled top and mid-thigh shaper that gave us a smooth look. Most impressive was the high level of durability, which allowed us to wash and wear the pantyhose many times without any problems.

Size Range: AE | Place: A little small | Colours: 1

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What You Need to Know About Spanx

Sizing

At its core, Spanx aims to find wardrobe solutions for real women. Even though it’s been 24 years since the company’s founding, “there’s still a group of women dealing with wardrobe woes,” Spanx Sales Manager Kiana Miree tells PEOPLE.

That’s why the sizing on Spanx is designed to accommodate a wide range of body types. “We fit each body into multiple body types,” says Miree. “We have five different ‘middle women’ at Spanx, so we learn from these women.”

On Spanx websiteEach product includes sizing information that advises shoppers whether items run small, large or true to size. You may need to increase your size for stretchy items such as: Booty Enhancing Flare PantsThey tend to work small.

History of Spanx

Invented by Spanx Sara Blakely After cutting off the legs of a pair of control top leggings in 2000 to achieve a smooth look under the pants. Spanx quickly became a celebrity favorite (the brand made Oprah’s Favorite Things list in 2000), and they continued to expand their offerings throughout the brand’s 24-year existence. Today, Spanx offers some of the best shapewear and clothing products on the market.

Behind the camera

Our closets are full of Spanx styles we’ve acquired over the years. We polled PEOPLE editors and writers about their favorite products from Spanx, and the best products made this list. Some products – e.g. AirEssentials Half Zipper And Matching Wide Leg Pants — so good that they’ve been recommended over and over again.

Additionally, by including products that have passed our official testing process, PERSON Tested seal of approvallike EveryWear Flare Jeans, Bra-llelujah! Wireless Bra And Core Tights. We’ve compared these styles to similar products before, and weeks of testing have determined that they’re among the best of their kind.

Why Should We Trust PEOPLE?

Genevieve Cepeda She is a shopping writer for PEOPLE who specializes in writing about the best beauty and fashion buys. For this article, she spoke with shopping editors and writers to gather a list of the best Spanx products. It also consulted testing feedback from long-term tests previously conducted by PEOPLE. We personally recommend each of these products and think they are worth purchasing.

Our Expert Panel

Kiana Miree He is the Director of Sales at Spanx.
Alyssa Brascia She is a staff shopping writer for PEOPLE and an expert on beauty and celebrity fashion. It has tested more than 100 products focused on beauty and clothing.
Erin Johnson She is PEOPLE’s associate shopping director. He’s personally spent more than 1,000 hours testing products from home appliances to beauty launches (and Spanx, of course).
Jen Maldonado She is PEOPLE’s associate shopping director, focusing on merchandising, celebrity style and fashion.
Madison Yauger She is a shopping editor for PEOPLE. He has interviewed more than a dozen celebrities about their favorite products and has personally tested more than 200 products.

What Are People Tested For?

we created PERSON Tested seal of approval To help you find the best products for your life. We use our unique methodology to test products in three laboratories across the country, along with our network of home testers, to determine products’ effectiveness, durability, ease of use and much more. Based on the results, we rate and recommend products so you can find the one that suits your needs.

But we don’t stop there: We also regularly re-examine the categories we’ve given the PEOPLE Tested seal of approval to; Because today’s best product may not be tomorrow’s best. Meanwhile, companies can never accept our advice: Their products must be fair and just.

In short, PEOPLE Tested delivers recommendations you can trust with every purchase, every day.