Under the Top Newsletter

Under the Top offered a carefully considered range of shapewear and supportive underwear for women, blending vintage and retro aesthetic styles with modern fabrics and precision manufacturing. The collection was built around the idea that great foundations should both look beautiful and actively support posture and comfort throughout the day.

Supportive Shapewear for Every Occasion

The Under the Top range included all-in-ones, high-waisted thigh slimmers, and wear-your-own-bra bodies designed to create a totally smooth silhouette. Each garment combined firm control with a smooth finish, making them suitable for everyday wear as well as special occasions. The focus was on functional shapewear that women would actually want to wear, rather than sacrifice comfort for appearance.

Back and Bust Support

A core part of the Under the Top philosophy was providing positive support for both the bust and the back. The garments were designed to improve posture and help reduce back discomfort, giving wearers the confidence that comes from feeling properly supported. This practical focus on wellbeing set the brand apart from purely cosmetic shapewear.

Vintage and Retro Designs in Modern Fabrics

Under the Top drew on classic vintage and retro underwear silhouettes -- styles sometimes described as "not your grandmother's girdle" -- and reimagined them using contemporary fabrics and state-of-the-art production methods. The result was shapewear with the firm control and elegant lines of traditional foundation garments, updated for modern comfort and durability. The range also included pieces designed specifically with occasions such as Mother of the Bride in mind, ensuring a polished and supported look for landmark events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of products did Under the Top sell?

Under the Top sold a range of supportive underwear and shapewear for women, including all-in-ones, high-waisted thigh slimmers, wear-your-own-bra bodies, and occasion-specific pieces such as Mother of the Bride styles. The collection was united by a focus on back and bust support alongside a smooth, controlled silhouette.

What made Under the Top shapewear different from other brands?

The brand combined vintage and retro design aesthetics with modern fabrics and contemporary production techniques. This meant customers could enjoy the firm control and classic styling of traditional foundation garments while benefiting from the comfort and fit improvements offered by up-to-date materials and manufacturing.

Was the Under the Top range suitable for everyday wear?

Yes. The garments were designed for both everyday use and special occasions. The smooth, supportive construction was intended to be worn comfortably throughout the day, with posture improvement and back support as practical benefits alongside the shaping effect.

Did Under the Top cater for special occasions?

The range included pieces designed specifically for important events, notably a Mother of the Bride collection. These garments were intended to provide the best possible look and support for occasions when appearance and confidence matter most.

What style influences did Under the Top draw on?

Under the Top drew on vintage and retro underwear traditions, referencing the structured, controlling silhouettes of classic foundation garments. These historical styles were reinterpreted using modern fabrics and production methods to retain the shaping power while improving comfort and wearability.

Did Under the Top offer an email newsletter?

Under the Top ran an eNewsletter at the time this catalogue was produced, offering subscribers tips, news, advice, and information about the range. Sign-up details would have been available through the brand directly.

Note: this brochure is from our archive and the Under the Top range may no longer be available. The information here reflects the catalogue as originally published.