Crafted for all-day confidence, the High-Waisted Shaping Leggings are designed with breathable, moisture-wicking fabric that seamlessly smooths and shapes your curves from waist to ankle. Featuring a secure anti-slip silicone strip, these leggings are the versatile essential that pairs perfectly with any outfit for any occasion.
Reviewers love the comfortable, everyday compression that effectively smooths the midsection and lifts the rear while remaining completely opaque and squat-proof. Customers consistently highlight the wide, stay-put waistband that prevents rolling, making them a reliable sculpted staple, though some note the firm compression requires a little extra effort to slip on.
Combines the comfort of leggings, the power of shapewear.
Designed for women of every body type
Tucks and lifts in all the right places
Opaque Fabric, Not see-through
360° smoothing from the waist down
We know that even with guidance, finding the perfect fit can take a try or two. That's why we offer easy exchanges within 60 days, so you can shop with confidence.
Swap for a different size, color, or style you love within 60 days of delivery for free, or return your item for a $6 USD processing fee. Just make sure it's in good condition, with original tags, packaging, and hygiene seals fully intact. We'll take care of the rest!
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Compression Level
MEDIUM: Serene sculpting for maximum control and confidence.
Composition
- 96% Polyamide - 4% Elastane
Style Number
42075
1.
What are the benefits of the Shapermint Essentials High-Waisted Shaping Leggings?
These leggings combine everyday legging comfort with real shapewear power. They smooth and shape from waist to ankle, lift the rear, and stay put thanks to a wide, anti-slip waistband that resists rolling down. The fabric is breathable, moisture-wicking, and fully opaque — squat-proof and non-see-through — so they hold up through a full day of wear.
2.
What is the compression level, and what are the main areas of focus?
They offer comfortable, everyday firm compression (not extra-firm or medical-grade), focused mainly on the midsection and rear. The core shaping zone runs waist to ankle, with the waistband doing extra work to smooth and hold the tummy. Because the compression is on the firmer side, they can take a little more effort to pull on than a basic legging — that's expected, not a sizing issue.
3.
Are they comfortable for everyday wear?
Yes. Reviewers highlight the breathable fabric and stay-put waistband as the reason they work as a daily staple rather than something only worn for an occasion — they layer well under dresses or hold their own as a standalone outfit for errands, travel, or workday wear.
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Customer Reviews
Very comfortable and they work!
★★★★★ 5/5
By Sarah (Verified Buyer)
I will admit, I was a bit skeptical about ordering these at first because of all of the bad reviews. But I ordered anyway and guess what. They showed up and are automatically my favorite leggings I own. I am 5'5" and 153 pounds, and these leggings make me look 20 pounds lighter than I am. I highly recommend these. They do not roll down and they feel like an extra skin! I can hardly even tell they're there! Will be ordering more Empetua products in the future!
I’d love to fill these. I love how they slim my le
★★★★★ 5/5
By NITA S. (Verified Buyer)
I love to feel of these. And how they support and slim my legs down. They also pull my tummy and some.
Just what I wanted!
★★★★★ 5/5
By Tedra (Verified Buyer)
So I was excited to grab these. they'd been on my list of must haves for a while now. I bought two pairs originally in 3xl. They had way too much room in them for me. The crotch part sagged and the legs could easily fold over my foot. I'm 5'2 and about 230 lbs. I got in contact with customer service and right away they were helpful. suggested that I go down a size and it was simple as asking for a different show in a shoe store. so seamless. Thank you! new size came, 2xl. They are great! at first I thought I needed to go down a size, given that I still had a little leg room in them but if I pull them up enough, its not a problem. Plus I don't want them to be super super tight where I can't breath if I sit down. I wear these to do yoga and work in my garden since we're still on lockdown. But I can move and hold everything in. Which is good for me.
The Essentials leggings are my go-to!
★★★★★ 5/5
By SHELLY M. (Verified Buyer)
The essential leggings are my favorite non-prescription compression for lipedema.
So many compliments
★★★★☆ 4/5
By Erin Maniscalco (Verified Buyer)
With my 3 c-section babies my stomach was left fluffy and made my mid section look like I was hiding loaves of bread stuffed into my loosened, poorly fitting yoga pants.
I recently started working out at the gym to get healthy and it’s left my bread loaves a little flatter, but what would I do with this extra skin? Ugh!
I saw the squat-proof design and the high waist and I had to give them a try. I bough both the XXXL and XXL size and was surprised to find that they were so comfortable! I wore them to Burn Bootcamp (gym) and a few of my workout buddies complimented me on how good I looked.
But wait, that’s not the best part! Remember that loose flabby
belly? Well, in regular work out pants, the belly skin would flap up and down, smacking my legs as I ran...it literally sounded like I was clapping my hands, needless to say it’s embarrassing to clap for yourself when you don’t mean to.
Well Shapermint Empetua high waisted shaper leggings keep my extra skin held up against my torso so that it can’t move. It’s like a sports bra for my Fupa!
I Love them so much I ordered 2 more in the next size down fir when I lose some more weights. Now, since I no longer have to worry about muffin-top or wardrobe malfunctions I don’t intend to miss a day of workouts. This momma is hooked on Shapermint!
I Love Wearing My Empetua High-Waisted Shaping Leggings!
★★★★★ 5/5
By Miss Edie (Verified Buyer)
I love wearing my Empetua High-Waisted Shaping Leggings! I look and feel perfectly shaped! These leggings are very comfortable, and the sizing is excellent! I am definitely a very happy and lovely Shapermint Gal!
★★★★★ 5/5
By Karen P. (Verified Buyer)
Comfortable and stylish!
Love them!! So worth it!
★★★★★ 5/5
By NICOLE L. (Verified Buyer)
Love them. Ordered a medium and definitely more of an 8 right now. Love the high waist and they are super flattering. Basically been living in them since Christmas lol.
Great product
★★★★★ 5/5
By PATRICIA L. (Verified Buyer)
Love these leggings
Rarely Get Dressed Without’em
★★★★★ 5/5
By Sherbert R.
I have never worn these shaper leggings without clothes on top of them. I’m not a legging type of girl. Lol but I will say I’ve initially purchased these to have great support under my clothes as well as help to keep me warm during the colder months. I must say, that I wear them all year long.
I even wear the ones that are made like biking shorts with my dresses, skirts and shorts,
The long leggings keep me warm all winter long as well as give me that extra boost of confidence with great posture because I know I’m looking fab! So whether you’re looking for a great pair of leggings or something to give you great support and warmth under your clothes, don’t walk run to get these!
Oh, and, be sure you size down If you’re purchasing them for great support under your outfit! Believe me, they will be the best shape where you’ve ever purchased. So comfy!
Curvy and loving it!
★★★★★ 5/5
By Destiny Hunter (Verified Buyer)
This makes my butt look so good. It’s different from other body-shaping clothes because it doesn’t push all of my extra chub up - it evenly disperses it and I feel more comfortable with the skin I’m in.
Love them and going to order another pair!
★★★★★ 5/5
By Sheryl Graham (Verified Buyer)
I am 58 years old and have never worn leggings before. These are thicker and more sturdy than I envisioned and I LOVE them! So comfy, doesn’t roll down at the waist, can’t see cellulite and not so tight I can’t breathe.
Best shaping leggings by far!
★★★★★ 5/5
By Beth S. (Verified Buyer)
Shapes and tightens. Don't fall down and stay strong all day
Great product
★★★★★ 5/5
By ROSEANN P. (Verified Buyer)
Nice weight fabric doesn’t slide down
Best tights ever!!
★★★★★ 5/5
By Marissa Newton (Verified Buyer)
It's the best feeling to wear tights that fit and hold me together!!
Best leggings I’ve owned hands down!
★★★★★ 5/5
By Susan Ridinger (Verified Buyer)
Get them! You won’t be sorry! I have told 3 friends so far who have ordered! And... I wore them for 3 days without washing to test roll down and they NEVER once moved!
Good pair of leggings
★★★★★ 5/5
By Chad E. (Verified Buyer)
It's a good pair of leggings, fits good n it goes all the way to the ankle..good price...could use more spandex in all of it especially the tummy I'd say 30 % n legs n 35or 40 n tummy
Perfect
★★★★★ 5/5
By Hannah M (Verified Buyer)
I am often disappointed by leggings. These are perfect. I have thick legs and a definite mom tummy. These are really comfortable. I am 200 pounds, 5’4, and usually size 14 ...I went XL which was perfect. I’ll buy more.
I wear them everyday
★★★★☆ 4/5
By Amanda N. (Verified Buyer)
You should try it!!
Miracle
★★★★★ 5/5
By Gloria L. (Verified Buyer)
I was skeptical at first, I’ve tried many different types of shapewear in the past but encountered problems such as the fat just being pushed up, unwieldy clasps, top folding down, and the accursed red lines from where the shapewear duh into me. These leggings I swear are magic! They stayed up all day, I look like I’ve lost 20 pounds, they’re soooo soft like butter. This was so worth, I’m glad I also purchased a pair of panties and cycling shorts. I also bought an extra pair as a gift for my mom this Christmas. I was so pleasantly surprised with the little message each item comes with. Thank you for giving me confidence and making me feel beautiful.
