What is Hipster Underwear?

While women of the 21st century want to look good, they also want to be comfortable. Believe it or not, the style of underwear that today’s women wear clearly illustrate that sentiment. By and large, modern women have traded in the strappy thongs, which were once the go-to undergarment (though they do still have their place, of course) for hipsters, and for good reason: not only are they stylish, but they’re extremely comfortable, too.

If you’re shopping for new undies, you may want to consider hipster underwear, but before you pile them up in your intimate drawer, you may be wondering what exactly this type of underwear is; what differentiates this type of women’s panties from other styles. If so, keep on reading to learn more about the latest trend in ladies underwear that has quickly gained popularity and is more than likely here to stay.

What is Hipster Underwear?

What is Hipster Underwear?

Hipster style panties are a combination of three different classic styles of women’s underwear: bikinis, boy shorts, and briefs. The rise is similar to briefs in that they sit on (as the name suggests) on the hips, while the leg openings are similar to bikinis, and the fit is comparable to boy shorts. The hybrid-style hipster panties are famous for flattering women of all shapes, sizes, and ages. Older women love the great coverage and comfort that they provide, while younger ladies and teens are drawn to their sporty, trendy look.

What are the Benefits of Hipster Panties?

So, why have hipsters become one of the most popular styles of ladies underwear? There are actually several reasons. As mentioned, they offer superior comfort, which is definitely a major plus. They’re extremely flattering for all types of figures and look great on ladies of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Hipsters offer full-coverage, which means that they’re excellent for keeping your private bits and pieces, well, private. They’re also extremely versatile; they can be worn while you’re working or working out, running errands or hanging around, or when you’re out on a dinner date – and when you’re having some fun afterwards (wink, wink).

In addition to the above-mentioned benefits, hipsters are also available in a wide assortment of materials (cotton, spandex, lace, satin, bamboo, hemp, etc.), colors, and patterns, and there are options available for every budget. Of course, because they’re so extremely popular, hipster panties can be found virtually anywhere you want to shop, including shops that exclusively sell intimates, department stores, discount retailers, and online retailers, so you’ll have no problem finding a material, size, color, and pattern that speaks to your taste and style.

Types of Hipster Panties

There are several different types of women’s hipster panties. The type of material that they’re made of play a key role in the type, cut, shape, and design of each different hipster style, and here’s a look at just some of the different options that are available.

What is Hipster Underwear?

Cotton

Of course, cotton hipsters are made out of cotton material. They’re soft, breathable, flexible, durable, and are available in an assortment of colors and patterns. Cotton hipsters are great to wear when you’re exercising, working, running errands, lounging, sleeping, and on the days when your Aunt Flo visits.

Tummy control

As the name indicates, tummy control hipsters are specially designed to hold in the stomach. If you have a mom pooch that you want to conceal, you’ve lost weight and need help controlling loose belly skin, or you just want to create a seamless look in your abdominal region, then the tummy control hipster is an excellent choice. The waistbands are wide and are made of elastic, and the fabric is thicker. These two factors combined all tummy control hipsters to hide muffin tops and bulges.

Seamless

Underwear seams and form-fitting clothing, like pants, leggings, skirts, and dresses, don’t mix; in fact, those seams can stick out like a sore thumb and can take away from the look of your ensemble. To eliminate those unsightly seams, seamless hipsters are a great choice. They’re so much better than a thong, as you won’t have to deal with fabric rubbing up your bum, yet because they’re seamless, panty lines won’t show through your clothes. The fabric that this style of hipster panties are made of are laser cut; hence why they are completely seam-free. Like other styles of hipsters, they’re also available in an assortment of colors and prints.

Lacy

Believe it or not, hipster panties can be very sexy – especially when they’re lacy. They’re made similarly to other types of lacy panties in that they’re usually made of a foundational material, such as satin or silk, and feature lace overlays. Their lace can range from delicate to racy; either way, lacy hipsters are super feminine. Plus, thanks to the high rise and full coverage they offer, lacy hipsters help to conceal any problem areas that you may feel self-conscious about, helping to heighten your sex appeal.

How to Choose the Right Pair of Hipster Panties

If the above-mentioned information has piqued your interests and you’re thinking about shopping for your very first pair of hipster undies, no matter where you’re shopping, you’ll quickly find that there are so many different options available. To ensure that you find the perfect pair to meet your needs, here are some tips to keep in mind when you’re shopping:

  • Determine what style would work the best for your body type. While hipsters can look great on all figures, there is a difference between tummy control and lacy, so decide which would best compliment your body. Experiment with a few different styles until you find the one that you’re most comfortable with.
  • Make sure you select the right size. If they’re too small, they’ll pinch and ride up, and if they’re too large, they can fall down, twist, and yes, ride up, too. Before you start shopping, it’s a good idea to measure yourself with a measuring tape.
  • Consider when you’ll be wearing them; for example, cotton hipsters would be ideal for lounging or sleeping, while lacy hipsters are perfect for date nights.

About the author

Kelsey Summers

Kelsey is the lead editor of Undywear.com. She's a fashionista who's written for Glamour, GQ and others. She enjoys breaking the stigma and taboo around underwear and writing about all things fashion.