OK, fine, let’s call it “shapewear” to make it all better. Really, this is great news for men, don’t you think? I’m actually pretty excited!!!! Now, men don’t have to worry about that xtra belly/love handle hanging over. 2xist has created what Spanx is to women. A life-saver for the body-conscious. The truth is, it just helps the clothes fit nicer.

“It targets an area that most men typically have trouble with and can whittle the waist two whole inches,” said Jason Scarlatti, 2xist’s creative director.

It hit stores in August. This collection, called Form, consists of brief and trunk styles equipped with a 6-inch elastic waistband designed to give the wearer a sleek appearance.