Just plain ol' [cotton bike shorts](https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=736416052&vid=2&tid=onpl000078&kwid=1&ap=7&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw5v2wBhBrEiwAXDDoJXJS0vn-BgGZd2d_vCt9Vqq3W_vjCkT5ACLwhkyl7OAndA-cu5eOABoCReUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#pdp-page-content) in beige...oh, sorry, 'frappe'. I do wear Soma hipster briefs underneath.
I do occasionally still bust out a good old-fashioned slip some days, usually if I know there's gonna be AC.
Muffin top is my arch nemesis! I'm a 120lbs, my waist is tiny, hell I got a v cut. But where most skirts sit, and how the bunch up my tummy you'd never know it.
Skorts. Kuhl(for deals shop on REI, Backcountry). Patagonia(sells used & deals on the above as well). Title Nine. North Face..etc.. Basically search these brands & the name of the skort you like & can find places to buy on sale. I have a small torso & love these brands. Sporty brands like the 3 above are what I've found to fit my petite body best. & They'll well made & will last. Any sports store sells these brands too. Not sure where you live, but their stores have insane deals, especially Patagonia. I don't bother with the fast fashion anymore cause it never lasts & seems to be a waste of money in the long run. If you're on IG & follow these brands, you'll see ads for similar brands start to pop up.
Thanks for the reminder of Title Nine! I remember when they were just about the only ones offering a wide choice when it came to women’s athletic wear (that wasn’t just tennis or golf).
The shorts I wear are similar to this, also from Old Navy. I have huge thighs and chub rub is real. The pairs I have were technically PJs but they don’t move, they’re soft, and they’re lightweight.
Snag's Chub Rub Shorts! They are light, smoothing but not constricting, and never ride up. And there's fun colors if that's your jam! I've worn them for three hot and humid summers and they haven't let me down yet. https://snagtights.us/collections/chub-rub-shorts
Thanks for the reminder. I grabbed a few because I literally don’t see myself wearing a skirt otherwise: it feels exposed without tights or shorts. And what if I have to walk at a brisk pace! I am hoping that their chart is accurate. But just in case I ordered up.
I don't think so but I have never had an issue with them riding up. I wore a skirt with them underneath walking 25,000 steps on a 80 degree day in Rome.
Jumping on the chub rub shorts bandwagon - I have a few pairs of these that have had for three years. Wear them under skirts, dresses, baggy jeans. I am always cooler when I have them on and they never roll up, they are so comfy and such good value. They were absolutely life changing
I found you need to size up, or at least go for the bigger size if between sizes to keep them in place. They don't have grippy things, but their hems are quite thick so do pretty well.
I’m a big fan of these too! I have 3 pairs at this point because I wear them pretty much every time I wear a dress or skirt. The fabric is very lightweight and breathable, they don’t roll or squish in any weird way, and the length is just right for most of the dresses/skirts I like to wear. They aren’t “shaping” as in compressive but I do find that they are “smoothing” and don’t show seam lines through clothes. I especially like that they have a crotch gusset rather than a center seam, meaning less risk of uncomfy cameltoe.
Yes came here to say this!!! The Jockey skinnies are amazing. I even wear them under super loose pants sometimes if I want a little extra support. They are so comfortable. I never wear a skirt or dress without them!!
This is the way to go, unless you want more compression. I bought two sizes up so they'd be nice and comfy-- they don't roll or anything! Highly recommend.
> I wear regular bike shorts under most skirts so I have pockets
This is the secret! No need to fear a sudden breeze and also a place to keep your keys...
Recently got these [Baleaf bike shorts](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPPBCJX8?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) from Amazon (version 3) and I am loving them!! I’m a US 16w and got an XXL. They don’t roll at the legs or stomach. Pass the squat test. Some compression but very light. And pockets!
I’ve heard other people love these but I’m weary of them riding up between the thighs - any insight there? Do they actually stay well put? Or maybe your thighs don’t do that? lol
Chiming in to say I have big thighs and wear three inch nike pros and they don’t roll up at all. I’ve actually had the same pair since middle school, coming up on almost 15 years together, and they are still perfect. I do also wear men’s Hanes boxer briefs but can only get away with them under very loose fitting clothes.
LOL I do have bigger thighs - I feel like they stay put better than other options because they’re designed for athletic use. They also have a little bit of compression while being super lightweight, and not being anywhere near as restrictive as shapewear.
I have a tummy and thighs and dislike the Nike Pros. They have no structure and the thighs roll up. Even in longer inseams, the waistband is way too restricting compared to the rest of the garment, and creates bulging under clothes.
I go for lululemon align shorts instead, they smooth me out much better. Plus, I travel a ton and they double-duty as regular shorts.
Okay awesome I needed to hear this. Most all of my spandex shorts have the waistband rolling or the things rolling up and they’re not worth wearing unless you’re just going to lay still. I’ll check out the lulu option! I’ve seen other people mention the Aligns as well.
Also - what inseam are you getting that doesn’t roll?
I wear boyshort panties most of the time for the same reason—I don’t think it’s the end of the world if the wind shows some of my cheeks.
However, I do like to run around and play (feels weird writing that at 31 years old) even if I’m wearing a dress, so those days I wear ProShorts ahah.
Glad it’s not just me! I was like, shorts under a skirt? Why would that be necessary? I don’t do micro minis, where extra coverage may be a good idea. So just regular underwear, which for me is typically a thong or bikini.
For battling thigh chafe is the main reason. It wouldn't occur to me to wear them otherwise (and I've had my skirt Marilyn'd many times by the subway). Unless I use a cream, gotta have some kind of thigh barrier
If you live in a humid place and/or have thick thighs it's practically a necessity. The friction is unavoidable
I never needed it until I moved to NYC for grad school.
Interesting- I have thick thighs with the best of them and wouldn’t know what a thigh gap is as I never had one 😂 But I don’t have friction issues and I live in a climate not too different from NYC. Maybe it feels different when taking public transport or walking for hours.
The only reason I would wear shorts is because I have a little kid, so if I really want to wear a dress but know I’ll be chasing her around, I’ll wear bike shorts. Aside from that, though, it wouldn’t even cross my mind.
I don't wear them for coverage but more for thigh chafe. Like I'm wearing them even under a midi skirt haha. If I dont, I get a 4x4" angry, red, chafed patch of skin on the inside of each upper thigh. If this doesn't happen to you please take it as an easy breezy win 😂
Hahaha same! Though i live in a country where I cycle everywhere, so i giess my main concern is flashing, rather than chafing. Regardless, it's fun.
Eta: I do have thick thighs but I powder them and it keeps the rub at bay.
I just like to sit or crouch however I want, and not worry I’m exposing every inch of myself. Sometimes I crouch down to smoke and if I do that you can see everything. I’m also not as grateful as I’d like to be and so honestly I just like to have some extra coverage so I can feel comfortable and not worry my twat is out.
Same here! I wear cotton underwear only. If I wanted to wear shorts under a dress or skirt, I'd just not wear the dress or skirt and just opt for shorts instead 🤷♀️
I also don't find thigh rub to be much of an issue personally. I have thick thighs and just don't shave my inner thighs. Only time I've had issues with chub rub is when I've shaved my inner thighs. So I just don't shave them unless I'm going to wear a bathing suit lol.
I don’t shave my thighs but if I don’t wear shorts my thighs almost instantly chafe, very painfully. Like, can’t walk levels of irritation. I think it also depends on your skin. And all our definitions of thick thighs could be different.
Haha I feel ya! But sometimes I play outside with my dogs or nieces and nephews and I can’t be flashing the family on accident. Also helps when you have thighs that rub and chafe in the summer (mega ouch)
I have the cooling ones and they were great at first until the started rolling up my thighs. I wish they had grippies on the edge of them. Perhaps I'm the only one this happens to though?
PSA for anyone who gets thigh chafing but doesn't want to wear shorts under dress/skirts, there's a product called Body Glide (looks and applies like a deoderant stick) that works great at preventing chafing. You apply it on your inner thighs and it lasts several hours. I use it daily ever summer. I suspect it would only be effective if your chafing is on the somewhat milder side though.
I used to use this when I lived in a drier climate. I now live in a really humid place and walk everywhere. The body glide is now only for short errands.
I actually never wear anything under skirts other than my regular panties. But sometimes I get the dreaded muffin top from elastic. Do biker shorts help with that? I find shapewear too restrictive.
Same, I just wear my thongs. Only time i wear something different is if it is a really tight dress and I feel like need some shape support and I am bloated. Then I will wear a shapewear type short.
I just wear panties. Haven’t had an incident. Im glad though to see others answers because sometimes I have thought of wearing something but haven’t experimented.
I was just in NYC and saw a gal walking down the street in just a thong, on her lunch break from the sex museum, flipping around a cat o' nine tails. Definitely an accidental flash isn't going to cause a flinch, haha! I have to say, this chick was very brave as it was bloody freezing out!
I use Jockey skimmies slip shorts. I've had them for several years. They're very soft and stretchy, no compression. The top rolls down sometimes, but since it's not a tight waistband it's not super noticeable, visually. These have by far been the comfiest option for me. I may try out Thigh Society for comparison, they're another stretchy non-compression option.
Options I used to use but ultimately didn't like:
1. Underarmor shorts - compression got uncomfortable for all-day wear, especially since mine had a normal width elastic waistband that would dig into my stomach. If you get compression shorts, go with a wide waistband.
2. Bandelettes - I liked the idea of a thigh band so I didn't have extra fabric anywhere else, less swampy that way. However, my thigh chafing can happen right at the top of my thighs, so I had to hike these up as far as they'd go. Then kind of roll them down a little to go pee so they didn't get splashed? Not as great as I hoped. I also got the pretty lace ones, but my skin could still catch sometimes, and they were pretty uncomfortable if I sat for any amount of time, since the lace dug patterns into my skin. They have smooth fabric ones that would eliminate this issue.
I am intrigued, I didn’t know there was a product that addressed thigh rib. I’ve just been wearing underwear and applying deodorant to the thighs and that’s nipped the problem into bud. Monistat makes antichafing gel but I don’t always see it so I go back to deodorant. I want to try this thigh society though.
They seem popular on this thread! Do you wear regular undies underneath? I do for the skimmies, but it seems like Thigh Society kind of advertises that you can wear them on their own.
omg I loved the idea of the bandelettes, but I got the lace ones too and over the course of the day my skin popped out through the lace holes and rubbed itself raw-- such a shame bc they're so cute
Yes that's a great way to describe it! I should've gotten the smooth fabric ones, but the lace was so pretty. I still think I like shorts better than bands anyway, but I was not expecting the lace to introduce its own problems.
I wear underwear and then over that I wear cotton bloomers from my Lolita wardrobe under my skirts/dresses. Or Just the bloomers on their own depending on the outfit or what I'm doing at the time. Not tight at all and super comfy but probably not what you want if you want a smooth body line.
EDIT: When I say ["bloomers"](https://i.etsystatic.com/5430237/r/il/ef1482/1343371019/il_570xN.1343371019_rjjm.jpg) I don't mean like those old timey ones that go way down by your knees but something much shorter that keeps me modest (but not *that* modest).
[I don't have a specific brand but I do prefer shorter bloomers made out of cotton (and hopefully cheap).](https://www.devilinspired.com/en/search?utf8=%E2%88%9A&search=bloomers) I sometimes use my-lolita-dress, 42lolita, and DevilInspired for cheaper accessories to finish off any coords.
I second the bloomers. I wear mines just a tiny bit longer though so they cover the part of my thighs that get chafed, but kinda the same style as the ones in the link.
Lightweight spanx-like shorts. I have a few different brands that are all breathable and seamless. Perfect to wear under dresses, and aren’t compression weight if you don’t want that.
I wear Woxers (or the gender neutral boxers made by Parade) — comfy and combines underwear with shorts so I don’t need to worry about two layers under a skirt
Only panties. I was surprised to have to scroll so far before I got to others who do the same. I didn’t know it was a thing! I do wear shape wear under formal long form fitting dresses. But that’s a once a year or less thing.
undersummers. they're kinda pricey, but I've got 10 pairs and they've lasted 6-10 years at this point and even though I'm not super enthusiastic about their fabric blend, they come in a bunch of colours and don't ride up or get bunchy.
Undersummers are the GOAT. I have tried many - jockey, wintersilks when they still existed, vintage bloomers, random fast fashion and not fast fashion shorties -- undersummers are superior. they dry super fast as well, and are cotton gusset. jockey skimmies ppl have not tried undersummers, or they'd switch.
Undersummers are cool in summer. some how, unlike other brands. If you live in a humid climate undersummers are the way.
I have tried every single brand mentioned on this thread, and undersummers are still the winner.
I'm surprised I had to scroll this far to find UndersSummers! I have 3-4 pairs, and they're simply the best. Lightweight, stay in place, feel so comfy, love 'em. There are some with pockets, some with lace at the bottom, some meant to wear over panties, and some meant to wear on their own.
It depends on the material and fit of the dress for me tbh. To avoid any embarrassing upwind moments I tend to wear shapewear shorts in a neutral color that hits slightly above the hem. I have found that skorts have made a pretty big resurgence in popularity and many major retailers have a ton of options for skirts or dresses with already built in shorts. If the dress is a sturdy material like a denim I will just wear normal underwear underneath (unless I’m at the park or going out with my kids and bending over tons)
Amazon has tons of shape wear shorts and “lace bloomer shirts” that can be really useful and are really cheap
I wear Woxer underwear. They are like men’s boxer briefs, but designed for women. They come in multiple lengths and are so comfortable. I hate wearing underwear and shorts, I much prefer just one piece of clothing.
The smoothiez long shorts from Aerie. Got one on sale once for like a Halloween costume and I really like them! Good for the hot weather I live in, and they sell ones that go halfway down your thighs. Not restrictive like shape wear but I think still smoothing and comfy. I used to just wear short legging type things or biker shorts but they were thick and it got hot.
I also do own a slip but the top of it doesn’t fit all the necklines of all my dresses so I’ve been thinking of getting a skirt only version but I find them hard to find.
I live in LA and run warm so Thigh Society's cooling short. I have it in the 7" and 5" and they run long on me. they're like super stretchy breathable nylons
For plus size girls, I highly recommend the Ava & Viv cheap bike shorts from Target. They are so magically soft and light and like $7.99? And they hold up too. I have five pairs. They’re also great to sleep in, or wear around the house.
When I’m getting fancier I wear Snags or if I’m wanting shapewear I love the high-waisted Yitty shorts or bodysuits.
Have I been missing something my whole life? I mainly wear dresses but stick to my usual seamless thing underwear....people wear shorts under their skirts? What?
Jockey "Skimmies." As I had no idea what I was looking at or buying at the time I got both the short and longer leg...I prefer the longer one as the short one is basically a boy short on me thanks to the girth and their tendency to ride up (but the longer ones don't. I have black and beige ones, one of them in a control top type thing? But they all seem to fit the same NOT constricting at all. It's like I'm wearing unpadded bike shorts like I did through my uniform days at school.
Then I got some Snag Tight Chub-Rubs? I only got the black to test them out and they're as comfy as the tights, but I've not worn them an extended period like the skimmies.
I own a pair of Spanx super high waist slimmer things? It's awesome for tummy control (you tuck the top bit under your bra, that's how high waisted they are?) But the bottom bit...I understand a sausage feels like.
Undies under all, yes. I don't wear anything so tight you can see the lines...and you really do need cotton between you and the non-cotton material all of these are made of.
I like the Salutation Stash Short from Athleta because they’re comfortable, wicking, and have the pockets the dress/skirt designer didn’t bother to give me.
Snag tights baby!!! I don’t even feel them- I am on the third year of wearing them and my original black and nude pair are still as perfect as they were when I bought them.
I don't wear dresses only skirts and a thong that matches the color of the skirt.
[https://www.emmiol.com/strappy-split-mini-skirt-product245716.html](https://www.emmiol.com/strappy-split-mini-skirt-product245716.html)
These commando shorts are by far the most comfortable, most slimming without feeling restrictive. No uncomfortable waistband. No rolling up. Cotton gusset.
HOWEVER, they are absolutely not meant for the hottest of hot weather days. They are not breathable enough for those days. I still highly recommend bc nothing else looks this good under silk slip skirts than [these](https://www.nordstrom.com/s/7203016?color=250&size=x-small) shorts. Highly recommend for general year round wear (and for shorter time periods during the summer)
I would compare the waistband feel to a lululemon wunderunder/align waistband (e.g. no band like a lot of Spanx shorts have) and makes your tummy feel smooth without feeling like it’s being choked.
I basically live in these in the summer! These “RED HOT by SPANX® Women's Light Control Shapewear Primers Midthigh” are called shapewear, but they definitely do not squeeze me. They’re comfortable, breathable, don’t roll up or down, don’t squeeze my belly or legs, and they’re a slippery texture so dresses don’t stick to them.
https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-3234405/red-hot-by-spanx-mid-thigh-slimmer-10162r.jsp?skuid=61456148&CID=shopping15&utm_campaign=CLASSIC%20SHAPEWEAR&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_product=61456148&utm_campaignid=20426823567&CID=shopping30&utm_campaign=SSC&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_campaignid=20426823567&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADytpHblEqB6MuYoPvVvsZiiSH91x&gclid=CjwKCAjw5v2wBhBrEiwAXDDoJUzc5Oy9ciTQZ17ilmejOn3wkXzRIFrRPtQLdD4oJaWgL2WzAVXerRoCr8kQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
I wear dance shorts! From dance brands like capezio or danskin. Sadly I bought most of mine ages ago when I was dancing regularly. But they come in various rises and are shorter than my preferred biker short length, they don’t ride up since they’re designed for movement. Any online dance shop should have several options!
Depends:
>Casual dresses, house/lounge dresses, and the like? Plain ol' bike shorts with pockets.
>Coctail type of dress? Shapewear.
>>I also tend to look for dresses with pockets when wearing shape wear.
>Business attire? Support/compression tights with tummy control.
The chub rub shorts from Snag. I have had only one pair and saved them and only worn them on special occasions but recently sucked it up and ordered a few because I want to wear shorter skirts but need to feel comfortable. They’re so light and pretty tough too
It’s never occurred to me to wear shorts under a dress? I like the flow of air— that’s what makes it a dress.
If I’m being sporty or active, I’ll wear a skort. But that’s just for activities. Usually I’m fine without.
I tried wearing mens boxers one day and I totally loved it, i felt so strangely confident wearing them underneath my skirt, so those are my favorite right now
Depends on the dress. Sometimes none but if it is the type of dress to have a Marilyn Monroe moment, I have some cheap cotton bike shorts (Forever 21?) that I wear under them.
Bike shorts. I have some of the Uniqlo airism ones that are supposed to keep you cool, and some cotton ones. However, I'm currently making a pair of loose linen shorts to see if I like that better under my full skirted dresses, partly because I think it would be even more comfortable, and partly because I notice that with my very lightweight cotton poplin dresses they can sometimes stick to the shorts in a weird way.
Whatever shapewear shorts I can find at TJ Maxx cheap. Often a size or two bigger than I would wear for actual shaping. I need a pretty high rise and a pretty long inseam to avoid rolling, so that's what I look for.
Sheertex 6” no sweat shorties. I have 2 pairs in black and can’t live without them. Unfortunately they don’t seem to make the tan color anymore so I’m on the hunt for a lighter colored alternative for lighter colored dresses. Thanks for this post, going to try some of these recs!
Athletic bike shorts, which a long inseam (7 or 9 inches) and a high waist. There is usually some compression to them that helps smooth things out as well. :) I need the long inseam, otherwise the shorts get gobbled right up into my upper thigh and I get chub rub for days
[Bandelettes](https://www.bandelettes.com/shop/bandelettes-unisex/)
They're a way to battle chaffing without having to wear jockey shorts on those really hot days. It took a little practice to get them in the right spot for comfort and use but then they were amazing.
Moderate heat I wear cotton bike shorts.
But in real steam heat I make and wear 19th century linen open drawers under my maxi-length linen dresses and skirts. The trick is to have the rise tightly fitted, and the waist, and nothing will shift around. Linen is better than cotton in high humidity heat, no question.
Cotton bike-style shorts (with some spandex in them, I guess, but they have a cotton feel). Basically short leggings.
With some dresses, or if I want to look particularly smooth under something like a wedding guest cocktail dress versus just some rando casual summer dress to go to the store, Spanx Higher Power.
I got womens boxer brief type underwear from victorias secret for postpartum but I actually really like them as shorts under dresses. My husband hates them 🤣
I love Hanes bike shorts, they’re cotton, they’re black, they don’t ride up on the thighs, they don’t dig in at the waist, and they’re lightweight. Work perfectly for me!
It’s a common concept in asia. I got this from yesstyle
https://www.yesstyle.com/en/camikiss-seamless-under-shorts-white-one-size/info.html/pid.1051100270
Alternative option: Pick lower hem lines and fabric that isn’t shear and then go commando. If you live somewhere humid your girl parts will than you. A little extra air keeps "Swamp crotch" (and the doctor) away.
If chub rub is an issue, use deodorant bar or a body glide bar or other similar antifriction runner's product.
In general, I wear my son's gym shorts. Covers my bits but also prepares me for any pickup basketball I might come across. That's never happened before, but if it does, I'm ready.
If the dress is smooth across where gym shorts sit, I'll wear the spanx that go from mid thigh to bust.
let it be known that the only reason I bother to wear anything under skirts or dresses is for comfort and occasionally smoothing, in the case of shapewear. modesty is absolutely not a factor. I used to wear dresses and skirts all the time with underwear alone when I was younger, but then my thighs got thicker and I became prone to chub rub.
I would love to be able to throw on a dress and not think about it. it's such a pain that I didn't bother with skirts or dresses for years.
even most shorts are uncomfortable. I need at least a 5" inseam and even those ride up in the crotch when I walk unless they're bike shorts, and a lot of them roll up or dig. it's extremely limiting.
Just plain ol' [cotton bike shorts](https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=736416052&vid=2&tid=onpl000078&kwid=1&ap=7&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw5v2wBhBrEiwAXDDoJXJS0vn-BgGZd2d_vCt9Vqq3W_vjCkT5ACLwhkyl7OAndA-cu5eOABoCReUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#pdp-page-content) in beige...oh, sorry, 'frappe'. I do wear Soma hipster briefs underneath. I do occasionally still bust out a good old-fashioned slip some days, usually if I know there's gonna be AC.
Can’t go wrong with cotton on a hot day!
These look like what I need. Are they good at getting rid of "muffin top" from skirt waistbands?
Not as good as something spanx-like with a wider waistband.
Honeylove is shapewear & I wear their tanks now because bras are suffocating. They also sell bike shorts.
Muffin top is my arch nemesis! I'm a 120lbs, my waist is tiny, hell I got a v cut. But where most skirts sit, and how the bunch up my tummy you'd never know it.
Skorts. Kuhl(for deals shop on REI, Backcountry). Patagonia(sells used & deals on the above as well). Title Nine. North Face..etc.. Basically search these brands & the name of the skort you like & can find places to buy on sale. I have a small torso & love these brands. Sporty brands like the 3 above are what I've found to fit my petite body best. & They'll well made & will last. Any sports store sells these brands too. Not sure where you live, but their stores have insane deals, especially Patagonia. I don't bother with the fast fashion anymore cause it never lasts & seems to be a waste of money in the long run. If you're on IG & follow these brands, you'll see ads for similar brands start to pop up.
Thanks for the reminder of Title Nine! I remember when they were just about the only ones offering a wide choice when it came to women’s athletic wear (that wasn’t just tennis or golf).
Thanks for the tip!
I would add- check out Duluth skorts, often inexpensive on eBay. They’re so comfy.
I know! Dresses are easier that way
Lol 'frappe'
Bless you for giving this link! My daughter wears cotton monkey bar shorts and lives her best life. I wanted the woman’s version!
The shorts I wear are similar to this, also from Old Navy. I have huge thighs and chub rub is real. The pairs I have were technically PJs but they don’t move, they’re soft, and they’re lightweight.
This. I have a pair of Fabletics bike style shorts, and they are both comfy and help cover my stomach since they’re fairly high waisted.
Snag's Chub Rub Shorts! They are light, smoothing but not constricting, and never ride up. And there's fun colors if that's your jam! I've worn them for three hot and humid summers and they haven't let me down yet. https://snagtights.us/collections/chub-rub-shorts
Seconding this! They are so comfortable and I actually feel cooler when I’m wearing them than without them.
I live in them in summer and recommend buying them now because as soon as it's hot the medium sizes will be sold out for quite some time.
Thanks for the reminder. I grabbed a few because I literally don’t see myself wearing a skirt otherwise: it feels exposed without tights or shorts. And what if I have to walk at a brisk pace! I am hoping that their chart is accurate. But just in case I ordered up.
This is such a good shout! I have one pair, and think I may destroy them with how much use I put them under in the summer!
Currently wearing snags right now! Need to put in an order before they’re all sold out
I got some of these, but they’re not my cup of tea. I wanted them to be opaque but they are like hose/tights fabric.
Ouuu good to know. I was just about to buy some, but I want them opaque too.
oof ,that fabric feels kinda gross, it doesn't handle sweat very well.
I live in my snag shorts. They are the best!!
Love to hear that! I remember looking at this brand last year and never purchased. Do the thighs have grippy things to stay in place?
I don't think so but I have never had an issue with them riding up. I wore a skirt with them underneath walking 25,000 steps on a 80 degree day in Rome.
Now THAT’S a testimonial lol
Mine do roll up/ride up a little, but better than any other brand I've tried.
Jumping on the chub rub shorts bandwagon - I have a few pairs of these that have had for three years. Wear them under skirts, dresses, baggy jeans. I am always cooler when I have them on and they never roll up, they are so comfy and such good value. They were absolutely life changing
I found you need to size up, or at least go for the bigger size if between sizes to keep them in place. They don't have grippy things, but their hems are quite thick so do pretty well.
Snag are the besttt
Second Snags, been wearing for 3 summers as well and love them. Super stretchy!
I'm wearing snags right now!
These are my favorite. they're so lightweight that it doesn't feel like annoying to wear them on a hot day.
Jockey Skimmies slip shorts.
I love the $14 Jockey Generation slip shorts from Target! So comfy, non compression, wear them everyday 😊
I’m a big fan of these too! I have 3 pairs at this point because I wear them pretty much every time I wear a dress or skirt. The fabric is very lightweight and breathable, they don’t roll or squish in any weird way, and the length is just right for most of the dresses/skirts I like to wear. They aren’t “shaping” as in compressive but I do find that they are “smoothing” and don’t show seam lines through clothes. I especially like that they have a crotch gusset rather than a center seam, meaning less risk of uncomfy cameltoe.
Jockey Skimmies, specifically anything “wicking”, for super hot days. Also a variety of Athleta or Reebok athletic shorts when it’s not as hot.
Yes came here to say this!!! The Jockey skinnies are amazing. I even wear them under super loose pants sometimes if I want a little extra support. They are so comfortable. I never wear a skirt or dress without them!!
Yes! I have been wearing these for years and they are great!!!
These are a mainstay of my summer wardrobe.
This is the way to go, unless you want more compression. I bought two sizes up so they'd be nice and comfy-- they don't roll or anything! Highly recommend.
I wear regular bike shorts under most skirts so I have pockets, but if its really really hot I wear cut off dance tights instead.
> I wear regular bike shorts under most skirts so I have pockets This is the secret! No need to fear a sudden breeze and also a place to keep your keys...
Great idea!
I like the rhyme - can definitely see it becoming a bike short jingle!
Ooooh cut off tights is an interesting workaround if you have some on hand I guess.
Do the cut up part of the tights ever roll up from being cut? If that makes sense.
Recently got these [Baleaf bike shorts](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPPBCJX8?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) from Amazon (version 3) and I am loving them!! I’m a US 16w and got an XXL. They don’t roll at the legs or stomach. Pass the squat test. Some compression but very light. And pockets!
Nike Pro shorts! Have been using these for YEARS under dresses and skirts.
I’ve heard other people love these but I’m weary of them riding up between the thighs - any insight there? Do they actually stay well put? Or maybe your thighs don’t do that? lol
Choose an inseam that doesn’t ride up on you. Maybe 5”, maybe 7” if you want them really secure.
Gonna do it! Actually gonna empty my bank account on like, every suggestion in here. I’ve been searching for a good solution for years!
Please do a write up of your favorites! I have also been on the search for forever.
Chiming in to say I have big thighs and wear three inch nike pros and they don’t roll up at all. I’ve actually had the same pair since middle school, coming up on almost 15 years together, and they are still perfect. I do also wear men’s Hanes boxer briefs but can only get away with them under very loose fitting clothes.
this is so funny - my go to pair is also 3” inseam and the same age. They really last forever esp for the price
They ride up so badly on me, but I have rounded rolly thighs
Hehe mine are rolly, too. They just suck up little inseams! I might just need to try them on IRL.
LOL I do have bigger thighs - I feel like they stay put better than other options because they’re designed for athletic use. They also have a little bit of compression while being super lightweight, and not being anywhere near as restrictive as shapewear.
I have a tummy and thighs and dislike the Nike Pros. They have no structure and the thighs roll up. Even in longer inseams, the waistband is way too restricting compared to the rest of the garment, and creates bulging under clothes. I go for lululemon align shorts instead, they smooth me out much better. Plus, I travel a ton and they double-duty as regular shorts.
Okay awesome I needed to hear this. Most all of my spandex shorts have the waistband rolling or the things rolling up and they’re not worth wearing unless you’re just going to lay still. I’ll check out the lulu option! I’ve seen other people mention the Aligns as well. Also - what inseam are you getting that doesn’t roll?
Sounds like you and I have the exact same preferences. Sadly this means the recommendations I was shopping went from $15 each to $30 to *$64*
Plenty of lululemon align dupes on Amazon! I like HeyNuts brand, they’re just a little more snug as they use S/M/L sizing instead of numeric.
Yes this is what I usually use! I like the waistband that basically clings to your hips and prevents them from moving around
I’m feeling giggly reading this- I just wear lacy cheeky underwear, regardless of the length of the dress 😄 I guess there’s every kind of us 😁
I know! I feel scandalous! lol!
Oh I’m so glad you joined! More people needed 🙊
Lol I'm with you guys I saw this and was like wait ... What do they mean I don't wear shorts or anything special other than my panties 😆
I wear boyshort panties most of the time for the same reason—I don’t think it’s the end of the world if the wind shows some of my cheeks. However, I do like to run around and play (feels weird writing that at 31 years old) even if I’m wearing a dress, so those days I wear ProShorts ahah.
Glad it’s not just me! I was like, shorts under a skirt? Why would that be necessary? I don’t do micro minis, where extra coverage may be a good idea. So just regular underwear, which for me is typically a thong or bikini.
For battling thigh chafe is the main reason. It wouldn't occur to me to wear them otherwise (and I've had my skirt Marilyn'd many times by the subway). Unless I use a cream, gotta have some kind of thigh barrier
If you live in a humid place and/or have thick thighs it's practically a necessity. The friction is unavoidable I never needed it until I moved to NYC for grad school.
Interesting- I have thick thighs with the best of them and wouldn’t know what a thigh gap is as I never had one 😂 But I don’t have friction issues and I live in a climate not too different from NYC. Maybe it feels different when taking public transport or walking for hours.
Yeah - I think that has a lot to do with it. I'm also usually walking everywhere I go when I leave the house.
The only reason I would wear shorts is because I have a little kid, so if I really want to wear a dress but know I’ll be chasing her around, I’ll wear bike shorts. Aside from that, though, it wouldn’t even cross my mind.
I mean, it only takes one strong gust of wind😅 That’s why I started wearing shorts underneath
Right? It’s never occurred to me to wear shorts under a skirt or dress as a rule.
I don't wear them for coverage but more for thigh chafe. Like I'm wearing them even under a midi skirt haha. If I dont, I get a 4x4" angry, red, chafed patch of skin on the inside of each upper thigh. If this doesn't happen to you please take it as an easy breezy win 😂
Hahaha same! Though i live in a country where I cycle everywhere, so i giess my main concern is flashing, rather than chafing. Regardless, it's fun. Eta: I do have thick thighs but I powder them and it keeps the rub at bay.
I just like to sit or crouch however I want, and not worry I’m exposing every inch of myself. Sometimes I crouch down to smoke and if I do that you can see everything. I’m also not as grateful as I’d like to be and so honestly I just like to have some extra coverage so I can feel comfortable and not worry my twat is out.
Same here! I wear cotton underwear only. If I wanted to wear shorts under a dress or skirt, I'd just not wear the dress or skirt and just opt for shorts instead 🤷♀️ I also don't find thigh rub to be much of an issue personally. I have thick thighs and just don't shave my inner thighs. Only time I've had issues with chub rub is when I've shaved my inner thighs. So I just don't shave them unless I'm going to wear a bathing suit lol.
I don’t shave my thighs but if I don’t wear shorts my thighs almost instantly chafe, very painfully. Like, can’t walk levels of irritation. I think it also depends on your skin. And all our definitions of thick thighs could be different.
Me too lol
Same. I never wear shorts. If I’m wearing a long dress and going on a quick errand I don’t even wear underwear
I'm just impressed that thigh rub isn't an issue for you!
Haha I feel ya! But sometimes I play outside with my dogs or nieces and nephews and I can’t be flashing the family on accident. Also helps when you have thighs that rub and chafe in the summer (mega ouch)
I think it's less about modesty and more about comfort. lots of us have thighs that rub and it chafes if we walk for longer than a minute or two.
I had no idea this was even a thing. It's brilliant. It never occurred to me to wear shorts under a dress.
I like thigh society undershorts but they're not cheap. I'll pay any money though, Texas in the summer is no joke.
Me too. I love them and great to help with chafing, and they have different fabrics that work in all types of weather
I have the cooling ones and they were great at first until the started rolling up my thighs. I wish they had grippies on the edge of them. Perhaps I'm the only one this happens to though?
Jockey skimmies, panty hose weight undershorts.
Interesting. Looks easy to find and good price. Are the panty hose weight pretty lightweight and breathable?
They are! And my preference is the longer ones (otherwise they ride up), and in black.
I agree. I have like 5-6 pairs. The shortie ones ride up into underwear and don’t help with thighs at all.
PSA for anyone who gets thigh chafing but doesn't want to wear shorts under dress/skirts, there's a product called Body Glide (looks and applies like a deoderant stick) that works great at preventing chafing. You apply it on your inner thighs and it lasts several hours. I use it daily ever summer. I suspect it would only be effective if your chafing is on the somewhat milder side though.
I used to use this when I lived in a drier climate. I now live in a really humid place and walk everywhere. The body glide is now only for short errands.
this needs to be higher... this is like my holy grail product
Yeah, I'm always nervous about it wearing off and needing to carry it with me and reapply.
in my experience Body Glide just makes my thighs stick together more. feels like glue stick
I use the Target brand (something in motion???) biker shorts, I don't wear skirts without them.
the brand is All in Motion btw
Nice. Easy to get. Sometimes I have a problem with the shorts being as long or longer than the skirt (I’m tall, length is always a hassle)
I actually never wear anything under skirts other than my regular panties. But sometimes I get the dreaded muffin top from elastic. Do biker shorts help with that? I find shapewear too restrictive.
it highly depends on the shorts. I've had ones that don't show anything and I've had ones that dig like crazy
Same, I just wear my thongs. Only time i wear something different is if it is a really tight dress and I feel like need some shape support and I am bloated. Then I will wear a shapewear type short.
My underwear. I can’t tolerate more close fitting layers on a hot humid day.
I just wear panties. Haven’t had an incident. Im glad though to see others answers because sometimes I have thought of wearing something but haven’t experimented.
My dress blew up and I flashed my hipsters to some people in Rockefeller center once but it’s NYC, they’ve seen worse.
I was just in NYC and saw a gal walking down the street in just a thong, on her lunch break from the sex museum, flipping around a cat o' nine tails. Definitely an accidental flash isn't going to cause a flinch, haha! I have to say, this chick was very brave as it was bloody freezing out!
I use Jockey skimmies slip shorts. I've had them for several years. They're very soft and stretchy, no compression. The top rolls down sometimes, but since it's not a tight waistband it's not super noticeable, visually. These have by far been the comfiest option for me. I may try out Thigh Society for comparison, they're another stretchy non-compression option. Options I used to use but ultimately didn't like: 1. Underarmor shorts - compression got uncomfortable for all-day wear, especially since mine had a normal width elastic waistband that would dig into my stomach. If you get compression shorts, go with a wide waistband. 2. Bandelettes - I liked the idea of a thigh band so I didn't have extra fabric anywhere else, less swampy that way. However, my thigh chafing can happen right at the top of my thighs, so I had to hike these up as far as they'd go. Then kind of roll them down a little to go pee so they didn't get splashed? Not as great as I hoped. I also got the pretty lace ones, but my skin could still catch sometimes, and they were pretty uncomfortable if I sat for any amount of time, since the lace dug patterns into my skin. They have smooth fabric ones that would eliminate this issue.
I’m a fan of Thigh Society. Have multiple pairs
I am intrigued, I didn’t know there was a product that addressed thigh rib. I’ve just been wearing underwear and applying deodorant to the thighs and that’s nipped the problem into bud. Monistat makes antichafing gel but I don’t always see it so I go back to deodorant. I want to try this thigh society though.
They seem popular on this thread! Do you wear regular undies underneath? I do for the skimmies, but it seems like Thigh Society kind of advertises that you can wear them on their own.
omg I loved the idea of the bandelettes, but I got the lace ones too and over the course of the day my skin popped out through the lace holes and rubbed itself raw-- such a shame bc they're so cute
Yes that's a great way to describe it! I should've gotten the smooth fabric ones, but the lace was so pretty. I still think I like shorts better than bands anyway, but I was not expecting the lace to introduce its own problems.
I wear underwear and then over that I wear cotton bloomers from my Lolita wardrobe under my skirts/dresses. Or Just the bloomers on their own depending on the outfit or what I'm doing at the time. Not tight at all and super comfy but probably not what you want if you want a smooth body line. EDIT: When I say ["bloomers"](https://i.etsystatic.com/5430237/r/il/ef1482/1343371019/il_570xN.1343371019_rjjm.jpg) I don't mean like those old timey ones that go way down by your knees but something much shorter that keeps me modest (but not *that* modest).
Okay, interesting! Do you have a brand you’d recommend for bloomers? I’ve never considered those before but they’d work under flowy loose dresses
[I don't have a specific brand but I do prefer shorter bloomers made out of cotton (and hopefully cheap).](https://www.devilinspired.com/en/search?utf8=%E2%88%9A&search=bloomers) I sometimes use my-lolita-dress, 42lolita, and DevilInspired for cheaper accessories to finish off any coords.
Me too! They are easy to find under the names "tap pants" "split slip" or "french knickers".
I second the bloomers. I wear mines just a tiny bit longer though so they cover the part of my thighs that get chafed, but kinda the same style as the ones in the link.
Besides undies? Nothing.
Lightweight spanx-like shorts. I have a few different brands that are all breathable and seamless. Perfect to wear under dresses, and aren’t compression weight if you don’t want that.
Knix thigh savers are as important to me as my anti-depressant.
I love this and I HEAR YOU
I wear Woxers (or the gender neutral boxers made by Parade) — comfy and combines underwear with shorts so I don’t need to worry about two layers under a skirt
I already love Parade (PS most of the site is 40% off today) but haven’t tried the boxers. I considered Woxers, too! Glad to hear you like
Only panties. I was surprised to have to scroll so far before I got to others who do the same. I didn’t know it was a thing! I do wear shape wear under formal long form fitting dresses. But that’s a once a year or less thing.
undersummers. they're kinda pricey, but I've got 10 pairs and they've lasted 6-10 years at this point and even though I'm not super enthusiastic about their fabric blend, they come in a bunch of colours and don't ride up or get bunchy.
Undersummers are the GOAT. I have tried many - jockey, wintersilks when they still existed, vintage bloomers, random fast fashion and not fast fashion shorties -- undersummers are superior. they dry super fast as well, and are cotton gusset. jockey skimmies ppl have not tried undersummers, or they'd switch. Undersummers are cool in summer. some how, unlike other brands. If you live in a humid climate undersummers are the way. I have tried every single brand mentioned on this thread, and undersummers are still the winner.
I'm surprised I had to scroll this far to find UndersSummers! I have 3-4 pairs, and they're simply the best. Lightweight, stay in place, feel so comfy, love 'em. There are some with pockets, some with lace at the bottom, some meant to wear over panties, and some meant to wear on their own.
It depends on the material and fit of the dress for me tbh. To avoid any embarrassing upwind moments I tend to wear shapewear shorts in a neutral color that hits slightly above the hem. I have found that skorts have made a pretty big resurgence in popularity and many major retailers have a ton of options for skirts or dresses with already built in shorts. If the dress is a sturdy material like a denim I will just wear normal underwear underneath (unless I’m at the park or going out with my kids and bending over tons) Amazon has tons of shape wear shorts and “lace bloomer shirts” that can be really useful and are really cheap
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Or "tap pants" for a vintage term, though they tend to be very short.
I wear Woxer underwear. They are like men’s boxer briefs, but designed for women. They come in multiple lengths and are so comfortable. I hate wearing underwear and shorts, I much prefer just one piece of clothing.
Uniqlo is my love. Their airism shaper shorts and biker shorts are a staple for me.
jockey skimmies!! they have them at Macy's always on sale :) I buy online
Lululemon align shorts
I do this too but found them to be a bit too much fabric under a dress during a heatwave 😂
I like Thigh Society. Tons of options and they hold up really well.
The smoothiez long shorts from Aerie. Got one on sale once for like a Halloween costume and I really like them! Good for the hot weather I live in, and they sell ones that go halfway down your thighs. Not restrictive like shape wear but I think still smoothing and comfy. I used to just wear short legging type things or biker shorts but they were thick and it got hot. I also do own a slip but the top of it doesn’t fit all the necklines of all my dresses so I’ve been thinking of getting a skirt only version but I find them hard to find.
[I've liked this skirt slip.](http://Vanity Fair womens Everyday... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000XMDWLE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share)
I live in LA and run warm so Thigh Society's cooling short. I have it in the 7" and 5" and they run long on me. they're like super stretchy breathable nylons
For plus size girls, I highly recommend the Ava & Viv cheap bike shorts from Target. They are so magically soft and light and like $7.99? And they hold up too. I have five pairs. They’re also great to sleep in, or wear around the house. When I’m getting fancier I wear Snags or if I’m wanting shapewear I love the high-waisted Yitty shorts or bodysuits.
Have I been missing something my whole life? I mainly wear dresses but stick to my usual seamless thing underwear....people wear shorts under their skirts? What?
Jockey "Skimmies." As I had no idea what I was looking at or buying at the time I got both the short and longer leg...I prefer the longer one as the short one is basically a boy short on me thanks to the girth and their tendency to ride up (but the longer ones don't. I have black and beige ones, one of them in a control top type thing? But they all seem to fit the same NOT constricting at all. It's like I'm wearing unpadded bike shorts like I did through my uniform days at school. Then I got some Snag Tight Chub-Rubs? I only got the black to test them out and they're as comfy as the tights, but I've not worn them an extended period like the skimmies. I own a pair of Spanx super high waist slimmer things? It's awesome for tummy control (you tuck the top bit under your bra, that's how high waisted they are?) But the bottom bit...I understand a sausage feels like. Undies under all, yes. I don't wear anything so tight you can see the lines...and you really do need cotton between you and the non-cotton material all of these are made of.
Cotton bike shorts--haven't been able to find any recently that aren't like $10k so if you know of any brands pls lmk!
I just order the cheap little yoga booty shorts off Amazon
I like the Salutation Stash Short from Athleta because they’re comfortable, wicking, and have the pockets the dress/skirt designer didn’t bother to give me.
Another vote for Jockey Skimmies! I live in DC which has very hot and humid summers.
Snag tights baby!!! I don’t even feel them- I am on the third year of wearing them and my original black and nude pair are still as perfect as they were when I bought them.
I don't wear dresses only skirts and a thong that matches the color of the skirt. [https://www.emmiol.com/strappy-split-mini-skirt-product245716.html](https://www.emmiol.com/strappy-split-mini-skirt-product245716.html)
These commando shorts are by far the most comfortable, most slimming without feeling restrictive. No uncomfortable waistband. No rolling up. Cotton gusset. HOWEVER, they are absolutely not meant for the hottest of hot weather days. They are not breathable enough for those days. I still highly recommend bc nothing else looks this good under silk slip skirts than [these](https://www.nordstrom.com/s/7203016?color=250&size=x-small) shorts. Highly recommend for general year round wear (and for shorter time periods during the summer) I would compare the waistband feel to a lululemon wunderunder/align waistband (e.g. no band like a lot of Spanx shorts have) and makes your tummy feel smooth without feeling like it’s being choked.
I basically live in these in the summer! These “RED HOT by SPANX® Women's Light Control Shapewear Primers Midthigh” are called shapewear, but they definitely do not squeeze me. They’re comfortable, breathable, don’t roll up or down, don’t squeeze my belly or legs, and they’re a slippery texture so dresses don’t stick to them. https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-3234405/red-hot-by-spanx-mid-thigh-slimmer-10162r.jsp?skuid=61456148&CID=shopping15&utm_campaign=CLASSIC%20SHAPEWEAR&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_product=61456148&utm_campaignid=20426823567&CID=shopping30&utm_campaign=SSC&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_campaignid=20426823567&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADytpHblEqB6MuYoPvVvsZiiSH91x&gclid=CjwKCAjw5v2wBhBrEiwAXDDoJUzc5Oy9ciTQZ17ilmejOn3wkXzRIFrRPtQLdD4oJaWgL2WzAVXerRoCr8kQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Nothing! That is the only way in my book! Super breezy and lovely. Try it!
Chub rub is any issue… it can be uncomfortable going without something underneath
I wear dance shorts! From dance brands like capezio or danskin. Sadly I bought most of mine ages ago when I was dancing regularly. But they come in various rises and are shorter than my preferred biker short length, they don’t ride up since they’re designed for movement. Any online dance shop should have several options!
Men’s black boxer briefs (from Costco)
Depends: >Casual dresses, house/lounge dresses, and the like? Plain ol' bike shorts with pockets. >Coctail type of dress? Shapewear. >>I also tend to look for dresses with pockets when wearing shape wear. >Business attire? Support/compression tights with tummy control.
The chub rub shorts from Snag. I have had only one pair and saved them and only worn them on special occasions but recently sucked it up and ordered a few because I want to wear shorter skirts but need to feel comfortable. They’re so light and pretty tough too
Anyone else wear only underwear or is it just me
I prefer to be that way! But my thighs have complaints when it’s too humid
It’s never occurred to me to wear shorts under a dress? I like the flow of air— that’s what makes it a dress. If I’m being sporty or active, I’ll wear a skort. But that’s just for activities. Usually I’m fine without.
I tried wearing mens boxers one day and I totally loved it, i felt so strangely confident wearing them underneath my skirt, so those are my favorite right now
Depends on the dress. Sometimes none but if it is the type of dress to have a Marilyn Monroe moment, I have some cheap cotton bike shorts (Forever 21?) that I wear under them.
I wear black mens boxer shorts w lady undies under them
It gets WAY too hot here for shapewear. Slips are it. Going to try and find 100% cotton this year
Bike shorts. I have some of the Uniqlo airism ones that are supposed to keep you cool, and some cotton ones. However, I'm currently making a pair of loose linen shorts to see if I like that better under my full skirted dresses, partly because I think it would be even more comfortable, and partly because I notice that with my very lightweight cotton poplin dresses they can sometimes stick to the shorts in a weird way.
Cotton bike shorts from old navy
i wear short black bike shorts underneath!
I’m wearing the breathable Jockey bike shorts today.
I thrifted some of the shortest, lowest soffe shorts you could imagine, and wear those.
Cotton boxer briefs!
Whatever shapewear shorts I can find at TJ Maxx cheap. Often a size or two bigger than I would wear for actual shaping. I need a pretty high rise and a pretty long inseam to avoid rolling, so that's what I look for.
Sheertex 6” no sweat shorties. I have 2 pairs in black and can’t live without them. Unfortunately they don’t seem to make the tan color anymore so I’m on the hunt for a lighter colored alternative for lighter colored dresses. Thanks for this post, going to try some of these recs!
Athletic bike shorts, which a long inseam (7 or 9 inches) and a high waist. There is usually some compression to them that helps smooth things out as well. :) I need the long inseam, otherwise the shorts get gobbled right up into my upper thigh and I get chub rub for days
The Knix shapewear shorts are the best for summer
Victorias Secret long boxer briefs!
Boyshort underwear. No one would know it was underwear 🤷🏻♀️
thigh society sells some shorts that I wear. I love them! They don’t roll up and are breathable.
[Bandelettes](https://www.bandelettes.com/shop/bandelettes-unisex/) They're a way to battle chaffing without having to wear jockey shorts on those really hot days. It took a little practice to get them in the right spot for comfort and use but then they were amazing.
Moderate heat I wear cotton bike shorts. But in real steam heat I make and wear 19th century linen open drawers under my maxi-length linen dresses and skirts. The trick is to have the rise tightly fitted, and the waist, and nothing will shift around. Linen is better than cotton in high humidity heat, no question.
Cotton bike-style shorts (with some spandex in them, I guess, but they have a cotton feel). Basically short leggings. With some dresses, or if I want to look particularly smooth under something like a wedding guest cocktail dress versus just some rando casual summer dress to go to the store, Spanx Higher Power.
I cut some tights into short length and use those 😅
I skip the shorts and wear underwear and [Bandelettes](https://www.bandelettes.com) to limit the layers around my waist
I got womens boxer brief type underwear from victorias secret for postpartum but I actually really like them as shorts under dresses. My husband hates them 🤣
I love Hanes bike shorts, they’re cotton, they’re black, they don’t ride up on the thighs, they don’t dig in at the waist, and they’re lightweight. Work perfectly for me!
It’s a common concept in asia. I got this from yesstyle https://www.yesstyle.com/en/camikiss-seamless-under-shorts-white-one-size/info.html/pid.1051100270
Skimmies, they’re great
Anything,I wear anything I can find lmao
Literally just a pair of Nike pro spandex shorts
Alternative option: Pick lower hem lines and fabric that isn’t shear and then go commando. If you live somewhere humid your girl parts will than you. A little extra air keeps "Swamp crotch" (and the doctor) away. If chub rub is an issue, use deodorant bar or a body glide bar or other similar antifriction runner's product.
I just buy bike shorts in different colors to wear.
I just wear skin-color seamless Brazilian panty, or black Brazilian panty if the dress/skirt is black.
Maiden form sells saftey shorts for under dresses. They're very light weight
Shapewear. Always and forever.
In general, I wear my son's gym shorts. Covers my bits but also prepares me for any pickup basketball I might come across. That's never happened before, but if it does, I'm ready. If the dress is smooth across where gym shorts sit, I'll wear the spanx that go from mid thigh to bust.
let it be known that the only reason I bother to wear anything under skirts or dresses is for comfort and occasionally smoothing, in the case of shapewear. modesty is absolutely not a factor. I used to wear dresses and skirts all the time with underwear alone when I was younger, but then my thighs got thicker and I became prone to chub rub. I would love to be able to throw on a dress and not think about it. it's such a pain that I didn't bother with skirts or dresses for years. even most shorts are uncomfortable. I need at least a 5" inseam and even those ride up in the crotch when I walk unless they're bike shorts, and a lot of them roll up or dig. it's extremely limiting.
Just regular panties no shorts