Glamory built its name on hosiery that actually fits curvy bodies, and the Superize 20 Shiny is the brand's glossy everyday option. At around $16 it promises light leg shaping, a 20-denier semi-sheer knit, and a soft satin finish. We wore them across a workweek of mixed sitting, walking and commuting to see whether the shine survives a real day.
What we tested
We tested the black pair in Glamory's 3XL/4XL equivalent size range. The Superize 20 is a 20-denier, semi-opaque tight with a shaping panel through the tummy and bottom, a wide comfort waistband, and a light sheen. Glamory markets it for daily wear, so we treated it like an everyday tight: office chair, bus commute, a 3 km walk, and a gentle machine wash.
How it feels
The standout is the waistband. It sits high without rolling and the shaping panel smooths without feeling like a squeeze. The 20-denier fabric has a subtle satin glow rather than a mirror shine, which reads as polished under dresses and skirts. The toe seam is flat and did not rub during walking. For a plus-size-specific cut, the leg length and thigh room felt genuinely considered rather than scaled-up from a straight size.
Fit and sizing
Glamory's size chart is based on height and weight, not just dress size, which removes most of the guesswork. Our tester (5'7" / 200 lb) found the recommended size comfortable with no ankle pooling. If you are between sizes, the brand's advice to follow the weight band holds true. The shaping is moderate β enough to feel held in, not enough to replace proper shapewear.
Shine and everyday wear
After a full day the sheen was still present but softer, which is the realistic look most people want. The knit resisted snags against a fabric chair and a handbag strap. We would not call it run-proof, but for 20 denier it held up better than expected on curvier thighs where tension is higher.
Value for money
At roughly $16 the Superize 20 Shiny undercuts most premium brands while delivering a fit that plus-size shoppers often cannot find elsewhere. Replacing them a few times a season is still cheaper than one pair of Wolford, and the shine makes them feel less like a basic.
Pros
- Waistband stays up and smooths without digging
- Plus-size grading feels purpose-built, not scaled-up
- Soft satin shine suits work and evenings
- Affordable for regular rotation
Cons
- Shaping is light, not true shapewear
- 20 denier is less forgiving than opaque in cold weather
- Sheen fades to matte by end of day
Who it's best for
Best for plus-size wearers who want one reliable, slightly dressy everyday tight without paying premium prices. If your drawer lacks a curvy-friendly option, start here.
Glamory Supersize 20 β 3 Pair: is the multipack worth it?
Glamory also sells the Supersize 20 as a 3-pair pack (around $59), which brings the effective per-pair cost to roughly $19.70 versus $26 for a single. For a plus-size shiny tight that is notoriously hard to find in stock, buying three at once means you are never caught out, and the shine holds up well across washes. If you wear these regularly, the 3-pack is the obvious value play; buy a single first only if you are still testing the fit.