You know the drill: A product goes viral on TikTok, that same product sells out nearly instantly. Thankfully, that’s not the case for the Assets by Spanx leggings, which have amassed nearly 540 million views on the app for their magical sculpting powers (despite not being traditional shapewear) and a very tempting price tag.
Spanx lovers are probably already familiar with the brand’s best-selling faux leather leggings, but its sister brand, Assets by Spanx, isn’t to be slept on. Like most secondary lines, the Assets by Spanx’s styles are more limited than Spanx’s own offerings, but you can get very similar styles for nearly half the price. Its Seamless Leggings is one such example, which costs $30 and comes in sizes S to 1X. It’s been a Target exclusive for a few years now, but like many other (ahem, older, or under-the-radar) products that TikTok has seemingly brought to the fore, it’s only recently that people have caught on to this specific pair, rushing off to their nearest red-and-white bullseye to try one on and see what they’re all about.
With a thick band and high-rise fit, these black leggings hold you in and smooth your waist without any bunching underneath your clothes. It’s the brand’s signature “tummy control” at work, which in this particular pair also extends beyond the torso area, seemingly shaping your butt and legs all the way down to your ankles. As sculpting as the fit is praised to be, the leggings are still super stretchy and non-restrictive.
You can easily pair these Spanx high-rise leggings with your favorite white T-shirt or a cozy hoodie while lounging at home. Or, you can wear them on a night out with a corset and an oversized blazer or moto jacket. One person even wore them religiously postpartum.
The fit is snug, so if you like yours on the looser end, you might want to size up. “If I could rate it a 10, I would. These leggings are amazing and hold all the fluff in to the max. They do fit pretty close to the body so I would suggest going up a size if you want a little extra room,” writes one Target reviewer.
If you thought your wardrobe didn’t need another pair of leggings, you might want to reconsider your stance. The try-on hauls and reviews of the Assets by Spanx leggings speak for themselves—one TikToker said they are “the truth” and a Target must-have—and the $30 price point is unbeatable for a Spanx design.