Bikini under lace mesh ruched skirt narrowing down mermaid style as it slips on Black is the universal slimmer and the way this is put together helps facilitate that It is gently loved and fully laundered Under a flowy top and it will slim you down in appearance Our home is smoke-free and cat friendly, but the room the clothes are stored in is a no-cat zone. I am happy to launder into a bag for allergies.