How To Choose and Style Shapewear This Spring
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By Kiri Johnston | 3rd September 2026Shapewear has traditionally been worn out of sight, but the category is changing. The latest pieces are designed to create a smooth, supportive foundation while looking polished enough to become part of the outfit itself.
Launched on 1 September, the new Nancy Ganz shapewear collection introduces a more fashion-led perspective to the Australian label’s signature fit, function and support. Modern lace, flocked finishes and sculptural silhouettes appear across pieces designed for everyday dressing, special occasions and the approaching party season.
The collection also arrives as lingerie-inspired dressing continues to influence modern wardrobes. Bodysuits are being worn beneath relaxed suits, lace is appearing under open shirts and slips are moving beyond the bedroom. For Nancy Ganz, this means shapewear can still provide support beneath clothing without always needing to remain hidden.
What level of shapewear do you need?
The Nancy Ganz collection ranges from light smoothing to ultra-firm control, allowing you to choose a level of support based on your outfit, the occasion and how you want to feel.
Light smoothing is suited to everyday clothing or moments when you simply want a more seamless base beneath softer fabrics. Medium or firmer support may work better under fitted dresses, tailored pieces and structured occasionwear when you want a more sculpted finish.
The strongest level of support is not automatically the best option. Your shapewear should feel secure without digging in, rolling down or restricting your movement. Consider where you want the most support and how the garment will sit beneath your clothing before making your selection.
It is also worth checking the neckline, straps and hem against the outfit you plan to wear. A lower neckline may require a bodysuit with less coverage, while a fitted dress may work better with a longer style that creates a smoother line through the waist and thighs. 
What is The Slip Edit?
At the centre of the Spring/Summer 2026 collection is The Slip Edit, a modern update to one of Nancy Ganz’s longstanding foundation styles.
A slip can create a smoother layer beneath dresses and skirts, helping lightweight or fitted fabrics sit more evenly across the body. It can also provide an extra layer beneath sheer clothing, making it particularly useful as spring and summer fabrics become lighter.
The new collection also presents the slip as a styling piece in its own right. Worn beneath a blazer, sheer dress or lightweight knit, it can move from foundation garment to a visible part of the outfit. This versatility gives the slip more than one purpose and makes it easier to incorporate into an existing wardrobe.
How should shapewear fit?
Choosing the correct size is essential. Shapewear that is too small can feel restrictive and may create lines or bulges instead of delivering a smooth finish. Sizing up unnecessarily can also reduce the level of support the garment is intended to provide.
Your usual clothing or underwear size is generally the most sensible starting point, followed by the individual brand’s size guide. Once the piece is on, move around, sit down and check how it feels from different angles. The fit should remain secure and comfortable without requiring constant adjustment.
The right shapewear should support the outfit and the person wearing it. If you cannot move naturally or feel comfortable for the length of the occasion, it is unlikely to be the right style or size for you.
How to style shapewear as outerwear
The easiest way to bring shapewear into view is to balance fitted pieces with more relaxed layers. A bodysuit can be paired with tailored trousers and an oversized blazer, while a slip can be worn beneath a sheer dress, long coat or loose knit.
Modern lace can also sit beneath an open shirt or lower neckline, adding texture while maintaining coverage. Keeping the remaining elements streamlined helps the foundation piece look intentional.
The new Nancy Ganz campaign follows this approach, pairing slips, bodysuits and foundation pieces with sharp tailoring, sleek layers and flashes of the label’s signature green. The styling demonstrates how shapewear can work beneath an outfit or become one of its central elements.
A new foundation for spring dressing
With weddings, spring events and end-of-year celebrations approaching, the collection offers practical foundations for fitted dresses, lightweight fabrics and tailored looks. Its slips and bodysuits also provide styling options that extend beyond traditional shapewear.
The Nancy Ganz Spring/Summer 2026 collection gives wearers the choice to conceal their foundations or bring them into view. By selecting the right level of support, checking the fit and considering how each piece works with the wider wardrobe, shapewear can become a more useful and versatile part of getting dressed.
Explore the new Nancy Ganz Spring/Summer 2026 collection.
