Pick a panty, any panty. Unless you're buying sexy lingerie for a special occasion, you probably just grab any pair of panties in the morning, almost as an afterthought. But poor-fitting undergarments can spoil the look of even the most chic outfit. The wrong panties can create lumps, bumps, bulges and rolls. Bad panties force you, at the most inconvenient of times, to duck into unpopulated places to yank and tug them back into place. And we thought men were bad! Luckily, today there are numerous panty styles, from boy shorts to bikinis, that offer maximum comfort and style. Here's a glossary of the most common choices.
Boy Shorts/Hipsters
by Melissa Kagan (see more from this expert)
Boy shorts are relatively new to the skivvies scene. They have a lower-riding waistline with legs that usually rest just above the thigh in front. They offer full or near full coverage in the rear, depending on what style you choose, and they're considered extremely comfortable. Despite the full back, many find these shorty shorts even sexier than thong underwear. What else you should know:
- Boy shorts are particularly flattering for women with short torsos — they make the middle area look longer, since they sit low on the hips.
- They are a good alternative for women who want to disguise their hip and upper thigh area without wearing full briefs.
- They are the ideal style for anyone wearing low-slung pants or short skirts.
- Hipsters: This style is an even shorter version of boy shorts that cuts off well above the thigh.
- French knickers: These are similar to boy shorts, except they're looser around the leg.
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