When your knickers roll up at the edge

Short answer: Knickers usually roll up at the edge when the size is wrong, the edge is too narrow or the fabric has worn out. Choose the right size and a soft, wide edge, and wash them according to the care label so they keep their shape.

Why bamboo knickers for women roll up

When an edge rolls, it is almost always a sign that something is wrong in the relationship between fabric, cut and body. Bamboo knickers for women are no exception, because even a soft fabric can curl if the edge is narrow, the size too small or the elastic worn.

The size is the first suspect

If the knickers are too small, the edge is pulled into the skin and rolls up, and if they are too big, the fabric gathers in folds. Look at our bamboo knickers and choose the size where the edge lies flat, without clear marks on the skin.

A wide edge rolls less often than a narrow one

A wide, soft edge spreads the pressure and is harder to turn over than a narrow elastic that concentrates the pull on a thin line. Look for an edge that is folded and sewn down so it keeps its shape, even after many washes.

Washing and drying can change the edge

Hot washes and the tumble dryer can make the elastic lose its spring, so the edge rolls and waves. Wash according to the care label, use a mild detergent without fabric softener, and let the knickers dry flat so the edge is not pulled out of shape while wet.

How to fix an edge that has rolled

If the edge has already rolled, you can often smooth it out with your fingers while the knickers are damp and let them dry flat. If that does not help, it may be a sign that the elastic is worn and that it is time for a new pair.

Movement and clothes can also pull at the edge

Tight trousers or skirts you own yourself can push at the edge, especially when you sit, and make it roll. Try the knickers with the clothes you wear most often, and choose a cut that is not pulled down or up by your trousers.

When underwear and tops work together

Your underwear should not fight what lies on top, and bamboo underwear for women is made to stay in place in everyday life. Combine it with a soft bamboo top for women, so there are not several layers pulling at each other and pushing the edge around.

When it is time for new ones

When the edge keeps rolling despite the right size and gentle washing, the elastic is usually worn out, and adjusting them will not help. Replace them and keep a few extra pairs in rotation, so no pair wears out faster than necessary.

Frequently asked questions

Why does the edge of my knickers roll up?

It is most often caused by the wrong size, a narrow edge or elastic that has worn out. Try another size and a wider edge, and wash them according to the care label.

Can I get a rolled edge to lie flat again?

You can often smooth it out with your fingers while the knickers are damp and let them dry flat. If it rolls again straight away, the elastic is probably worn.

Does a larger size help against an edge that rolls?

Sometimes, if your current ones are too small and pull the edge into the skin. If they are too big, the fabric can gather in folds, so choose the size where the edge lies flat.