Shaped nappies do not need folding and are elasticated at the legs and waist to provide a good snug fit.  They can vary from very sophisticated nappies with integral boosters and liners, to much simpler shaped layers of terry or flannelette.  Fastenings are either Aplix, Poppers or the Nappi Nippa and these nappies are available in a variety of fabrics and colours.  Many come as 'one-size' which make a very economical birth to potty nappy system at around £250.00 including wraps.  

Being elasticated in all the right places, shaped nappies are excellent for containment and because they are part of a two part system, the seperate wrap provides a second barrier helping to prevent leaks from reaching the outer clothing.

In general shaped nappies take longer to dry than other nappy types because the fabric is layered within the body of the nappy (it does not fold out like a flat nappy), however, nappies made from micro fibre are very quick to dry.