Buying used underwear is a real thing. Yes, there is a market for this. Some people are out and about searching for second hand, or shall we say vintage underwear every day.
During the time of a worldwide coronavirus pandemic, many would wonder why - just why - why would anyone want to buy anyone’s smelly undies?
It’s incredibly unhygienic.
But, that doesn’t stop panty stuffers from purchasing them. The reasons behind the purchases are as varied as the men who make them.
Apparently, men in Japan have such an interest in women’s underwear that they sell them in vending machines. The Japanese have been involved in the panty selling industry for over 20 years.
Although panty vending machines have disappeared for the most part from the streets of Japan, they are still sold. They are often purchased online.
When the popular show Orange Is the New Black featured an episode where the main character Piper Chapman began her own underwear selling business inside a woman’s prison, the panty selling industry received more attention in the US.
Interest has been piqued, but not many know what to consider before buying used underwear. This article will share nine tips for buying used underwear online.
1. Know the Material
The material is important. Silk panties look great and feel great to the touch. Sheer and lace panties and thongs are a very popular choice.
Many buyers love the idea of a striking beauty in thin and transparent materials. Sheer or lace thongs and panties continue to be popular choices that give the buyer the most satisfying and enjoyable experience.
Check the description of the material before making a purchase.
2. Opt for Anonymity
The buyer is often interested in keeping his identity safe. Opt for a site that needs no disclosure of one’s identity during a chat. It should keep information safe and secure.
Make sure your information isn’t shared with a third party. Also, respect the privacy of the seller. She may not feel comfortable disclosing her personal details to you either.
3. Have a Strong Password
Bear in mind that no site is 100% safe. If hackers can crack into highly secure sites like Adobe, Equifax, and Marriot International then getting access to a panty selling site wouldn’t be hard.
In 2016 the site adult friend finder was breached and the names, email addresses, and passwords were compromised. The hack affected over 400 million accounts.
Do you remember the chaos that ensued when Ashley Madison, a site that catered to cheaters, was hacked? The 2015 breach exposed over 300 GB of user data from 32 million cheating spouses in more than fifty countries around the world.
Hacking’s Impact on Buying Used Underwear
Users’ real names, banking data, credit card transactions, and secret sexual fantasies were all out in the open. Panic ensued. Suicides reportedly occurred.
Marriages and families fell apart. The nightmare didn’t end there. Years later many users still complained that they continued to be extorted and threatened.
Blackmail groups ran campaigns demanding payment of $500-$2,000 for not sending the information stolen from the site to family members. Engaging in risky behavior often has a price.
Using a strong password on your panty buying account may help. But if it doesn’t, be aware that information you enter can be accessed even if a company tells you they guarantee your privacy.
4. Consider Verification
Some sites may offer verification to create trust between the buyer and seller. Verification is quick and easy. It gives members an additional point of trust so a good connection can be established.
On the other hand, if at some point the site is breached, this additional step may not seem like such a good idea considering that it does involve you taking a photo of yourself holding up your ID.
Try to deny that it’s your account when a picture of you clutching your driver’s license is right next to your profile.
5. Be Respectful
Panty selling sites not only allow the buyer to rate the seller, they also permit the seller to rate the buyer. If you get a reputation for being difficult or a jerk, other sellers will not want to do business with you.
Sellers can report abusers, harassers, scammers, and timewasters. If you have a legitimate complaint, you can always take it up with the support team.
You may need to provide screenshots or some other form of evidence to prove your claim. Do check the company’s policy first for handling complaints before creating an account.
6. Check for Authenticity
Sellers often request underwear that’s been worn for extended periods of time. But with prolonged wear, a seller increases the chance of developing a yeast infection. The chances of getting bacterial vaginosis, an imbalance of the usual bacterial environment, also goes up.
Bugs thrive in warm, moist, and dark places so wearing underwear for days takes a toll on the seller’s love below. As a result, some sellers try to mass-produce artificially scented underwear.
However, a seasoned buyer will know it’s a fake so this doesn’t always work. But, a newbie might not recognize that a short cut has been taken.
In some cases, a seller could also be fake and unconcerned about user experience. Opt for sites that provide a fake check to ensure that the seller is not fake.
7. Find a Seller with a Fun Personality
Buyers want more than used underwear, often they want a connection. Finding a seller with an upbeat and funny personality can enhance the buying experience.
Successful sellers have repeat customers for a reason. Often they are good at making the buyer feel relaxed online.
Positive people tend to be more passionate about life and can provide a different point of view. If you’re looking for a meaningful connection with a buyer, opt for someone who is open, upbeat, and funny.
You’ll get a sense of her personality from posted interview pages, classifieds, review pages, pictures, and chats.
8. Give Positive Feedback
Sellers are in a client-based business. As with any business that caters to the needs of its clients, sellers rely on positive feedback.
Once you find a good seller with a pleasing personality that you feel comfortable having repeat business with, promote that seller by leaving positive feedback.
The seller will notice and may be inclined to offer discounts or freebies. Be genuine with comments.
Sellers can use analytics to track you. They know who’s looking at their profiles. They can save a list of their favorite customers so they know who to cater to.
9. Know the Law of the Land
Japan’s Laws
An article written in Tech In Asia reported that after “child protection” laws were enforced, the panty vending machine trade took a big hit. Akihabara’s shops, under the jurisdiction of Tokyo, are required to obey the “Regulations Concerning the Sound Upbringing of Tokyo Youth,” a law that passed in 2004.
Section 15, “Prohibitions on the Purchase of Used Underwear” (which also extends to the sale of saliva and other bodily fluids), bans the purchase of soiled undergarments from individuals under the age of 18 as well as solicitation for such items.
Also, there is a Section 24 that imposes a 500,000 yen (US$4,600) maximum fine on buyers found in violation of Section 15. Moreover, under Section 26, shops trying to illegally sell those items can be fined up to an additional 200,000 yen (US$1,800) if police discover them during a search.
U.S. Laws
Could something similar happen in the U.S.?
In 2006, ABC ran a story of Christine Vetter, 21, a South Carolina woman who was busted after selling her used undies online. She pleaded guilty to federal charges of mailing used underwear.
Vetter admitted in federal court to selling her soiled undergarments to customers over the internet. She sold the items on her site "blondestrippergirl.com" from November 2000 to March 2002. During that time she was a Clemson University student. Her site was shut down.
She was exposed after an unhappy customer mailed her a letter with a label saying it contained child pornography. U.S. Postal Service agents spotted it and brought it to the attention of authorities.
Vetter faced up to five years in prison and/or a $250,000 fine after South Carolina U.S. Attorney Strom Thurmond Jr., filed charges against her under a federal law that prohibits "mailing indecent and filthy substances.".
Although this took place in 2006, nearly 15 years ago, you might want to exercise an abundance of caution and get to know your state’s law before accepting packages of used underwear. Even though this case targeted the seller, your state may have a law that targets the buyer as well.
Buy Used Underwear Safely!
Buying used underwear is increasing in popularity. Understanding the difference in the material will help you have a better buying experience. Playing nice with the seller by leaving positive feedback will improve your relationship with the seller.
This step shouldn’t be hard to do assuming you have found a seller you connect with. Consider remaining anonymous until you feel comfortable with the seller. Also, get a strong password.
Familiarizing yourself with the law in your area is a good idea. Laws are constantly changing and what was acceptable a few years ago may no longer be allowed.
If you discover that the law in your state does crackdown on the sale of previously worn undergarments, it’s time to chuck your fetish and get used to clean undies only.
