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Womens Panties - The Best Styles For A Great Look

Womens Panties - Whether you plan on making a grand entrance or you're dressing for weekend casual, one of the last things to think about is what kind of undergarments you're wearing underneath. 

Womens Panties

Like behind the scenes magic, the right womens panties can make the world of difference.

The wrong ones can (and let's be honest, most of us have experienced it at point or another) turn a dress to impress moment into “I can’t believe she wore that.” 

The solution? Not getting caught off guard. 

Once you've made the important choice of what you're going to wear, selecting the right undergarments is the next step.

Here, we take a closer look at some of the most popular panty styles - from high cut panties and boyshorts to briefs and thongs - plus inside tips for your best look yet.

Womens Panties - A Behind The Scenes Look

  • Thongs - Easy style and fit essentials
  • Tangas - A style and tip guide to a chic favorite
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Womens Panties - When Coverage Counts

Whether you're considering a sleek and sophisticated designer dress, your favorite knitwear or anything in between, some styles call for more coverage with a smooth or seamless fit. 

Confused about which panties to choose? No worries. From briefs and high cut panties to padded panties and girdles, the panty guide below has links to a variety of styles can help make it easier to find the right ones.

Hi Cut Panties

Ladies Briefs

The simple full coverage basic of the underwear world, full panties enjoy a low-key reputation for modesty and practicality.

But, did you know that with a few quick tips they can go from simple to sensational? From colors that we crave to mix and match fabrics, it's easier than you think.

>> Learn how to give popular briefs a boost

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High Cut Panties

Looking for a style that is a bit more fashion forward but still has good coverage? High cut panties - also known as French cut - offer the best of both worlds - sleek styling with a comfortable fit. 

A go-to favorite with women of all shapes and sizes, these undies are a great everyday option that have a flattering and tailored fit that's second to none. 

>> All about high cut undies

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Padded Panties

Do you ever wonder how some women seem to have such a sensational shape with a curvy derrière? For those of us not blessed with a perky posterior, the insider secret is padded panties. 

From defining the waist and ensuring the right fit to choosing the best clothes, we share how easy it is to enhance what nature intended.

>> All about padded panties

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Panty Girdle

Most of us have struggled with the dreaded muffin top at one point or another. Think it's impossible to fix?  Think again.

All you need is a dash of determination, an atom of advice and the right beautiful lingerie for a smooth and sophisticated look that will conquer the muffin top once and for all. 

>> Tips on panty girdles

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Best Ladies Panties

Did You Know?

If you love virtually invisible womens panties that help camouflage a visible panty line, look for fine stretchy fabrics in neutral tones that will not show through.

Ladies Panties With Panache

Tired of the same old ho hum undies day after day?  Looking for a touch of glamor? Get ready to kick it up a notch and take your routine from meh to marvelous.

These tips and tricks go beyond the everyday lingerie undergarment basics, and show how to make your regular rotation surprisingly sensational.


Boy Short Panties

Often referred to as the perfect panty, womens boyshorts provide a trendy, modern look with an amazing fit. Virtually every intimate apparel manufacturer offers a variety of styles that are sure to please. 

From Victoria's Secret to Jockey, Maidenform to Calvin Klein, in this article we take a closer look at popular panty brands. 

>> Learn about the most popular brands

Boy Shorts

Womens Thongs

Who can forget Sisqo's infamous thong song? From Madonna to Britney Spears, these womens panties have a reputation that's sexy and sassy. 

But, did you know that thongs work well under just about any type of clothing, don't leave a VPL, and best of all - are available in a wide variety of low rise and high rise styles?

>> Tips and tricks on buying and wearing thongs

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Hipster Panty

Designed to sit comfortably at hip level so they won't peek over your waistband, hipster panties are the popular choice for many of today's low cut pants, shorts and skirts.

Offering more coverage than bikini panties and less than high cut panties, these mid-rise womens panties flatter almost every silhouette. 

>> More about hipster panties 

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Tanga Panties

One of our favorite womens panties, tangas have a chic Brazilian style back that offers more rear coverage than a thong, but less than a traditional full panty.

Flattering and stylishly sexy, they're a great panty for everything from your favorite jeans to the perfect little black dress.

Be careful of wearing them under thinner or sheer clothing -  visible panty lines will definitely show!

>> Tanga panty styles, tips and more

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Hi Cut Panties - Popular Brands

Not sure which brands and hi cut styles offer the best fit? Or, are great for everyday wear? Or, are stylish and sophisticated?

No worries. From briefs and bikinis, to boyshorts and hipsters, there's a fantastic variety of styles and brands that are sure to please.

>> The best hi cut panty brands

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Lace Panties

Whether you like delicate detailing or extravagant all-over florals, there's something quite sublime about a lace panty. Feminine and comfortable, the best ones feature soft, stretchy fabrics that hug your curves just so.

Lace panties come in a variety of styles, colors and patterns, including bikinis, thongs, and boyshorts. They're wildly popular for special occasions or as a daily indulgence for all shapes and sizes.

>> Learn about the best lace panties for your shape

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Satin Panty

With a reputation that's gorgeously glamorous with a hint of luxury, what's not to love about satin panties? For those moments that crave pizzazz, every lingerie lover should have at least one pair tucked in their lingerie drawer. 

Want to know more? From keeping clear of the wrong fit to not saving them just for special occasions, we've put together a list of these popular panty no-nos to steer clear of. 

>> More about satin panties

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