The unique concept of Bella Bodies Shapewear began in September 2005 when Michel Schuhmaker was constantly finding it difficult to find something comfortable to make her body look slimmer and smoother under her outfits.  Many of her friends were also In search of a comfortable alternative to what was available on the market – especially those who had given birth or were just carrying a few too many kilos extra.

“Most women I knew have had children and carried the mummy belly, which the average women can only get rid of through intense exercise and diet or plastic surgery,” Michel said.

So Michel set out to find a solution for the women of Australia, so they could hide the lumps and bumps, while still feeling sexy.  As there was virtually no shapewear In Australia at the time, Michel tested what was available on the market and decided to go on a world-wide search for a totally unique and practical solution to helping women look slimmer everyday – without the need for expensive plastic surgery.

It was in South America that Michel found exactly what she believed Australian women would love.  Michel then modified the designs and sizes to suit Australian women and named the collection Bella bodies Shapewear.

By July 2006 Angela Bishop from Channel 10 discovered the product and presented a news story on Bella Bodies.  A Current Affair then did a segment and Bella Bodies was on its way!!