Knickers for women, three cuts and who they suit

Short answer: Knickers for women come in many cuts, but three keep coming up: the hipster, the classic brief and the tai. The hipster covers the side most, the classic brief sits highest, and the tai has the narrowest side. Here is each cut explained so you can choose by your body and your clothes.

Hipster, the easy all-rounder

The hipster sits low on the hip and has a leg that ends just above the thigh. Many choose it for everyday wear because it covers well without feeling heavy. When you look for knickers for women to wear all day, the hipster is often the first to try.

The classic brief, most coverage and highest waist

The classic brief sits higher and covers more of the stomach and hips. It suits you if you want the underwear to stay in place and you do not want to feel the edge. See the full range of bamboo knickers to find cuts at different heights.

Tai, narrow side and high cut leg

The tai has a narrow side and a leg cut high towards the hip. The cut feels light and is less visible under close fitting clothes. It suits you if you prefer less fabric at the side and a lower, more open cut.

Who suits which cut

If you want coverage and calm, choose the classic brief or the hipster. If you want to avoid visible edges, try the tai. Body shape, clothes and how active you are all play a part, so there is no single right answer for everyone.

Knickers for women and your clothes

Think about the clothes you wear most. Under loose trousers almost every cut is invisible, while close fitting clothes show the edge if the cut does not suit. Choose the cut by your own clothes and by how long you wear it.

Fit and size in all three cuts

Measure your hips and follow the size chart for each cut, since sizes can run slightly differently. A size that is too small cuts in, especially in the tai, while one that is too large can roll. Try the knickers on and move around before you cut off the label.

The fabric makes a difference too

The cut decides the shape, but the fabric decides the feel. Bamboo fabric is soft and stretches, which can make all three cuts more comfortable. Combine the knickers with a bra that fits, for example among bamboo bras.

How to build a small collection

Start with two or three pairs in the cut you feel safest in, and add another cut when you want to try something new. That lets you compare in daily life. You will find matching tops in bamboo T-shirts for women.

Frequently asked questions

Which cut gives the most coverage?

The classic brief sits highest and covers the most of the stomach and hips. The hipster also covers well but sits lower. The tai covers least at the side.

Are tai knickers visible under clothes?

The edge is often less visible under close fitting clothes because the side is narrow. It still depends on the clothes and on whether the size fits. Try them under your own clothes.

How do I find out which cut I like?

Try one pair of each cut and wear it for a whole day. Notice where it sits, whether it rolls and whether you forget you are wearing it.