But if you’re still feeling self-conscious about your booty, there is a solid option out there. Rather than spending thousands of dollars on a surgery or thousands of minutes on Facetune, the indie brand Defy Lingerie has come up with a simpler solution. With its new butt harnesses that combine fashion and function, the brand wants to challenge what shapewear can be. Cheeky original ($78, Defy Lingerie) They range from the comfy Cheeky DEFYer that gives “simple definition” to the “fetish-inspired” Cheeky Garter that offers maximum lift. Since most shapewear lacks sex appeal, it’s cool to see a brand offering something so different. Founder Kariyma Marie was inspired to start the brand after seeing the infiltration of perfect butts on Instagram and beyond. “The constant images of flawless Instagram models and celebrities surgically enhanced and photoshopped to perfection set an unattainable standard for women,” Marie said, according to her website. She even wanted to get a Brazilian butt lift, but instead “learned to truly embrace [her] body and work with what [she has].” Since then, her goal has been to inspire other women to love what they have, just with a little lift! Cheeky lift ($88, Defy Lingerie) I wish the size range was a bit more inclusive, although the items do go up to a size 14/16, according to its size chart. Cheeky garter ($98, Defy Lingerie) Rarely do you see a curvy butt that hasn’t been airbrushed within an inch of its life, so it’s great to see the brand embracing thicker models and stretch marks. Everyone has them!
