Why did we ever get rid of them? We ended up creating Spanx anyways which serves the same purpose.
If you're a twig, it creates curves. If you have a bit of a tummy, it sucks everything right in. But let me put a * beside "bit"; if you have more than a bit of tummy it probably will not help you much. (Also keep in mind your height).
Go try a pair on whether it be shorts, skirts, pants, etc. Make sure to have a second opinion with you, and if they do what they're supposed to, TAKE THEM HOME AND LOVE THEM FOREVER.I hope you enjoy your pair of high-waisted bottoms.