Fajas colombianas are high-compression garments rooted in Colombia's shapewear tradition, the same tradition that brands like Leonisa grew from. They're designed to smooth, sculpt and support, and they come in several styles.
The main types of fajas
- Full-body fajas: shape from bust to thigh, often with a butt-lift design and a zipper or hook front.
- Abdomen fajas: focus on the tummy and waist, easy to wear under everyday outfits.
- Girdles and shaper shorts: shape from waist to thigh with firm compression.
- Bodysuit fajas: a faja with a bodysuit cut for fitted tops and dresses.
When people wear fajas
- Special occasions: weddings, parties and photoshoots.
- Everyday smoothing: lighter abdomen styles under daily outfits.
- Recovery: many people wear compression after surgery or childbirth. Always follow your doctor's guidance on the type, fit and wear time.
How to choose
- Decide how much coverage you want: full body, abdomen or waist-to-thigh.
- Choose your closure: zippers are quick; hooks let you adjust.
- Measure your waist and hips and use the size chart. Firm should never mean painful.
A faja shapes your look while you wear it; it doesn't permanently change your body.
Our fajas picks
- High Compression Fajas Colombianas Body Shaper (from $49.73)
- Shapewear Colombian Abdomen for Tummy Control (from $39.99)
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