Bamboo knickers for everyday, how to choose the model

Short answer: Choose by how much coverage you want and what you wear over them. Maxi covers the most, hipster and tai sit in between, and the G-string covers the least. Choose the colour to suit your clothes.

The styles from most to least coverage

Maxi comes high up to the waist and gives full coverage at the back. Tai and hipster sit lower with a little less coverage. The G-string and hotpants are the two extremes, each in its own way. Think about what you will wear on top, such as a soft jogging suit on a quiet day at home.

Maxi for days when comfort comes first

Maxi sits high and steady and does not slip when you sit or bend. Many choose it for long days when comfort matters most. It also gives good coverage under high waisted trousers. If you are unsure which style to start with, maxi is a safe choice.

Hipster and tai as the middle ground

The hipster sits on the hip and has a straight edge that lies smoothly under most trousers. The tai is cut a little higher on the leg and gives slightly less coverage at the back. Both are good everyday styles that work with jeans and skirts. Many people keep a mix of the two.

G-string and hotpants

The G-string gives the least coverage and is often chosen for close fitting clothes, where edges must not show. Hotpants come a little down the thigh and cover a lot, but in a different way from maxi. These are the extremes, and most people use them alongside one or two everyday styles.

Think about what you wear over them

With close fitting clothes, many want a style without visible edges. For everyday wear and loose clothes it matters less. If you are wearing a dress with a slip underneath, a style with smooth edges is a good choice, so nothing shows through the thin fabric.

Choose the colour by your clothes

Black under dark clothes, tan under light ones and cream for most things in between. Those three tones cover a whole wardrobe, so you do not need to think about colour every morning. The same calm colours appear in soft everyday wear such as a sweatshirt for women, so everything goes together.

The fit has to be right

A pair should lie smooth without digging in at the leg or waist. If it digs in, it is too small, and if it folds, it is too big. Choose the size you normally wear and pay attention when you sit down. That is where you notice fastest whether the fit is right.

How many pairs you need

At least one pair per day between washes, which usually means ten to fourteen pairs. That way you always have a clean pair, and each pair is washed less often. It extends their life and keeps everyday simpler. If you have several styles, split the number by what you wear most.

Washing and care

Wash at 40 degrees, ideally in a laundry bag so they do not tangle with other clothes. Avoid fabric softener, which can make the fabric less airy. Let them air dry rather than using a tumble dryer, so the elastic keeps its stretch and the fit lasts longer.

Build a simple drawer

Most people do best with one or two regular styles in the three core colours. That makes the choice easy in the morning and makes it simple to top up when a pair wears out. Add a G-string or hotpants if your clothes call for it, but let the everyday style make up most of the drawer.

Frequently asked questions

Which style is worn most

Maxi and hipster. Those two give the most coverage and are worn daily by most people, because they sit steadily under both trousers and skirts all day.

Is bamboo better than cotton for underwear

Many people find the fabric smoother and cooler. It is a personal judgement, so try a single pair before you replace the whole drawer.

How many pairs should you have

At least one per day between washes, which usually means ten to fourteen pairs. You always have a clean pair ready, and each one lasts longer.