Underworks
Underworks is a Miami-based, US-manufactured direct-to-consumer brand of compression garments and shapewear, producing 100+ SKUs for medical and aesthetic applications across men's, women's, and transgender consumers, shipping to the US, Canada, Australia, and France.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1997
- HeadquartersMiami, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Underworks firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Underworks
- Legal name
- Simple Solutions, Inc.
- Website
- https://underworks.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1997
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Underworks is a Miami-based, US-manufactured direct-to-consumer brand of compression garments and shapewear, producing 100+ SKUs for medical and aesthetic applications across men's, women's, and transgender consumers, shipping to the US, Canada, Australia, and France.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Underworks industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Compression Garments & Shapewear
- NAICS
- Apparel Manufacturing (315), Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors (315210)
- SIC
- Women's, Misses', Children's & Infants' Undergarments (2340), Men's & Boys' Furnishgs, Work Clothg, & Allied Garments (2320), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Shapewear & Body Contouring (CRAAAIAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Compression Therapy for Venous/Lymphedema (Bandages, Wraps, Garments) (HLAHALAF), Maternity & Nursing Wear (Moms-to-be) (CRAAAHAL), Panties & Briefs (CRAAAIAB)
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Where Underworks is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Miami
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Underworks business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Direct Product Sales: Underworks generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales of compression garments, shapewear, and medical support products. Products are sold as one-time purchases with no subscription model. Bulk discounts are offered for orders of 3+ items of the same size and color.
- E-commerce Sales: Primary revenue stream through their e-commerce platform underworks.com, selling directly to consumers in the US and internationally.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Single item pricing with bulk discount |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels8 records
Underworks product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Underworks manufactures and sells over 100 models of compression garments and shapewear for men and women through its own e-commerce website, including chest binders for gynecomastia and FTM transgender use, compression shirts and bodysuits, hernia support braces, postpartum and pelvic health garments (vulvar varicosity leggings, prolapse briefs with hot/cold therapy), mastectomy and mastitis therapy bras, and disposable cotton underwear. All products are made in the USA with multi-layer medical-grade fabrics and are positioned for both aesthetic body shaping and clinical/medical compression applications.
Product overview
Underworks is a manufacturer of compression clothing and shapewear for men and women, offering over 100 models of fashion and medical products. The product portfolio includes chest binders (Tri-top Chest Binder, Ultimate Chest Binder Compression Tank) for gynecomastia and FTM transgender use, compression bodysuits and shirts (Mens Compression Bodysuit, Cotton Concealer Tank Top, various Women's Microfiber and Cotton Spandex T-shirts), shapewear and torsettes (Womens Underbust Shapewear Tank Tops, High-Waisted Compression Shapewear Panty), hernia support garments (Unisex Inguinal Hernia Cotton Comfort Support Brace, various boxer briefs with hernia prevention), and specialized pelvic health products (Vulvar Varicosity Support Leggings, Gym Shorts, and Prolapse Support Briefs with Hot/Cold Therapy Gel Pad). Additional offerings include mastectomy bras, mastitis therapy bras, and disposable cotton underwear. All products are proudly made in the USA with emphasis on quality construction, tight stitches, and premium materials. The company serves customers seeking both aesthetic shaping and medical/health support solutions.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Tri-top Chest Binder (Model 983) Extreme compression chest binder with 3 medical-grade fabric layers for FTM transgender, non-binary, and gynecomastia chest flattening; made in USA.
- Mens Ultimate Chest Binder Compression Tank Gynecomastia chest binder with 2 medical-grade fabric layers compressing chest, belly, sides, and upper/lower back; made in USA.
- Mens Compression Bodysuit with Rear Zipper Compression bodysuit with rear zipper that flattens chest and torso and shapes hips and thighs using double compression panels; made in USA.
- Womens Underbust Shapewear Tank Tops (Model 417) Seamless tummy-control compression camisole/shapewear torsette with push-up U-shape design and wide elastic straps; made in USA.
- Vulvar Varicosity Support Leggings for Women (Model 530) Leggings with built-in compression bands supporting vulvar varicosities and pelvic floor muscles, easing prolapse and hernia symptoms; adjustable waistband; made in USA.
- Vulvar Varicosity Support Gym Shorts for Women (Model 533) Gym shorts with built-in compression bands reducing vulvar vein swelling during workouts; simple brief design without complicated straps; made in USA.
- Vulvar Varicosity and Prolapse Support Brief with Hot/Cold Therapy Gel Pad (Model 522) Brief with overlapping compression bands relieving vulvar swelling and supporting pelvic floor muscles for uterine prolapse, cystocele, and rectocele; includes proprietary hot/cold therapy gel pad; made in USA.
- Unisex Inguinal Hernia Cotton Comfort Support Brace (Model 944) Unisex inguinal hernia support brace for men and women with removable, washable pads (single or double) and adjustable front and leg straps; made in USA.
- High-Waisted Compression Shapewear Panty (Model 548) High-waist shapewear panty with extra-wide shaping band, 2-ply mesh liner, and buttery soft stretch microfiber for full coverage compression.
- Mens Microfiber Support and Comfort Long Boxer Briefs (Model 911) Microfiber compression long boxer briefs for hernia prevention and scrotal support with special pouch crotch and fly opening; made in USA.
- Double Mastectomy Bra with Molded Pad Prosthesis Inserts (Model 3118) Double mastectomy cotton adjustable bra with molded pad prosthesis inserts, padded shoulders, and hook/eye closure; cotton knit with Lycra spandex.
- Mastitis Therapy Bra with Pockets and Hot Compress Pads (Model 3115) Postpartum therapy bra with included hot/cold compress pads for breast engorgement relief; 3-row front hook-and-eye adjustability; made in USA.
- Womens Disposable 100% Cotton Underwear (Model 467, 10-Pack) 10-pack of 100% cotton individually wrapped disposable briefs for travel, hospital stays, maternity, postpartum, camping, hiking, workouts, spa visits, or everyday use; made in USA.
- Reusable Hot & Cold Therapy Gel Pad (Model 505, 2-Pack) Removable and reusable hot/cold therapy gel pads designed to fit Underworks vulvar varicosity and prolapse support briefs.
- Womens Firm Compression Racerback Crop Top Chest Binder and Minimizer (Model 941) Firm-hold racerback chest binder that flattens the chest with tummy-length coverage and a non-roll elastic bottom; made in USA.
- Mens Cotton Spandex Support and Comfort Long Boxer Briefs (Model 579) Hernia prevention and scrotal support long boxer briefs in cotton/spandex knit with special pouch crotch, fly opening, and moisture-wicking properties; made in USA.
- Mens Cotton Compression Concealer Tank Top (Model 973) Cotton compression tank top with a hidden internal binding panel for a shapely look; breathable yet powerful; made in USA.
- Womens Microfiber V-Neck T-shirt (Model 4782) Light-compression microfiber V-neck t-shirt (77% nylon / 23% spandex) for all-day wear as base layer or top; invisible under clothing; made in USA.
- Womens Ultra Light Cotton Spandex Sleeveless Compression Top (Model 5942) Ultra-light cotton/spandex sleeveless compression top (55% cotton / 35% polyester / 10% spandex) for gentle smoothing and support; made in USA.
- Womens Microfiber Compression Crew Neck T-Shirt (Model 4982) Light-compression microfiber crew-neck t-shirt (77% nylon / 23% spandex) providing gentle midsection smoothing; made in USA.
- Womens Ultra Light Cotton Spandex Compression Crew Neck T-Shirt (Model 5982)
Companies that use Underworks
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Underworks technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Underworks partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights3 records
Underworks competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Leonisa: Leonisa is a Colombian shapewear and compression garment brand offering post-surgical girdles, body shapers, and shaping apparel. It competes with Underworks particularly in the post-surgical and shapewear segments and has an established international footprint.
- FLAWLESS by Friday: FLAWLESS by Friday is a women's compression and shapewear brand offering shaping bodysuits, waist trainers, and leggings. It competes directly with Underworks' women's shapewear and compression line in the DTC channel.
- Ann Chery: Ann Chery is a Colombian compression and shapewear brand specializing in fajas, post-surgical compression, and body shaping. It directly competes with Underworks' medical-grade compression and shapewear offerings.
- Spanx: Spanx is the leading mass-market shapewear brand, offering compression garments, bodysuits, and shaping apparel for women. It directly competes with Underworks' women's shapewear line and has far greater brand reach and retail distribution.
- Belly Bandit: Belly Bandit is a U.S. postpartum and shapewear brand focused on pregnancy and post-delivery body shaping. It directly competes with Underworks' maternity and postpartum compression product line.
- Classique: Classique is a U.S. medical compression garment manufacturer offering post-surgical bras, compression vests, and medical-grade shapewear. It competes directly with Underworks in the post-mastectomy and medical compression categories.
Broad incumbents
- Maidenform: Maidenform is an established intimates brand offering bras, shapewear, and undergarments across mass and specialty retail. It overlaps with Underworks' women's shapewear and underwear categories as a broader incumbent.
- Tommie Copper: Tommie Copper is a compression apparel brand offering sleeves, tops, and recovery products marketed for athletic and recovery use. It overlaps with Underworks' compression apparel positioning in the consumer compression category.
- Playtex: Playtex is a mass-market intimates and shapewear brand offering bras, shapewear, and post-surgical garments. It competes with Underworks in the women's shapewear and post-mastectomy/underwear segments.
Emerging players
- Anita Dr. Helbig: Anita is a European medical compression and post-mastetry brand specializing in breast prostheses, mastectomy bras, and medical support garments. It is comparable to Underworks' medical compression and post-mastectomy product lines.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Frequently asked questions about Underworks
What does Underworks do?
Underworks manufactures and sells over 100 models of compression garments and shapewear for men and women through its own e-commerce website, including chest binders for gynecomastia and FTM transgender use, compression shirts and bodysuits, hernia support braces, postpartum and pelvic health garments (vulvar varicosity leggings, prolapse briefs with hot/cold therapy), mastectomy and mastitis therapy bras, and disposable cotton underwear. All products are made in the USA with multi-layer medical-grade fabrics and are positioned for both aesthetic body shaping and clinical/medical compression applications.
Is Underworks a public or private company?
Underworks is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Underworks founded?
Underworks was founded in 1997. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Underworks based?
Underworks is headquartered in Miami, United States, in the North America region.
How does Underworks make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Direct Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are E-commerce Sales.
Who are Underworks's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Leonisa, FLAWLESS by Friday, Ann Chery, Spanx, Belly Bandit and Classique. Broad incumbents are Maidenform, Tommie Copper and Playtex. Anita Dr. Helbig is listed as an emerging player.
Does Underworks have an API?
No public API is recorded for Underworks.
What industry is Underworks in?
Underworks's product category is Compression Garments & Shapewear. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAAAIAC, Shapewear & Body Contouring, with a secondary code of HLAHALAF, Compression Therapy for Venous/Lymphedema (Bandages, Wraps, Garments). Its NAICS code is 315 and its SIC code is 2340.