Hipster, brief and maxi in bamboo side by side

Short answer: The hipster sits low on the hip with a short leg, the brief sits higher with more coverage, and the maxi sits highest and covers the most of the stomach. They are three of the most common cuts in everyday underwear. Here we put them side by side so you can see which suits your body and your clothes.

Hipster, the easy all-round cut

The hipster sits low on the hip and has a leg opening just above the thigh. It covers the bottom and gives a light feel that many like to have on all day. The cut suits most trousers, because the edge sits low and is rarely seen.

Brief, the classic cut

The brief is the classic knicker cut, which sits higher than a hipster and covers more of the stomach and hips. The leg opening sits higher, so the bottom is not fully covered. It is often chosen by those who want the underwear to stay in place without thinking about it.

Maxi, most coverage and highest waistband

The maxi is the cut that covers the most. The waistband sits high, often at or above the navel, and the legs are wide. Many choose the maxi when they want calm around the stomach and underwear that lies flat under clothes, even when sitting for a long time.

What sets the three cuts apart

The three cuts differ in the height of the waistband and the amount of fabric. The hipster is lowest and lightest, the brief is in the middle, and the maxi is highest and covers the most. There is no single right choice, only the cut that sits best on your body and suits the day's clothes.

Which cut suits which clothes

Under low trousers the hipster works, because the edge does not stick up. Under trousers of normal height the brief suits, and under high waisted trousers and skirts the maxi can be the most comfortable. Think about the clothes you wear most. The range of bamboo knickers shows several cuts.

Fit, size and comfort

Measure your hips and follow the size chart, since the sizing logic is the same in all three cuts. A size that is too small cuts in, especially in the hipster, while one that is too large can roll or fold in the maxi. Bamboo fabric is soft and stretchy and follows the body in all three.

If you build a collection, mix the cuts

If you have room for several pairs, you can mix the cuts to suit the days. Hipster for everyday, brief for long days and maxi for days when you want calm around the stomach. That way you always have the right pair at hand and can compare the cuts in practice.

Care and lifespan

Wash according to the instructions on the label and let the knickers dry without strong heat, so the fabric and elastic last. Among socks for women and bamboo T-shirts for women you can find what makes the whole outfit soft and coherent.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a hipster and a brief?

The hipster sits low on the hip with a short leg, while the brief sits higher and covers more of the stomach and hips. The brief is the classic knicker.

When do you choose a maxi?

You choose a maxi when you want the most coverage and calm around the stomach. The cut sits high and works well under high waisted trousers and skirts.

Can I mix the cuts in my collection?

Yes. Many mix the cuts to suit the days: hipster for everyday, brief for long days and maxi for days when they want calm around the stomach.