Celebrities who’ve posted behind-the-scenes Spanx selfies include ... Back then, shapewear for men was mostly limited to compression tops or body-skimming shirts that made ample use of elastane ...

At the same time, brands started embedding compression into all kinds of everyday garments, from stretch denim to yoga pants. Consumers seemingly liked to feel held in by their clothing.

Spanx’s new denim collection follows the launch of an activewear collection earlier this month that includes various light compression pieces made for low-intensity exercise and casual dressing.