White dresses are a typical summer staple. But they can also look chic in every season. Pairing a lacy, white dress with a nude trench coat during the winter can make you look runway ready.
But whatever the season, white dresses bring on the stress. VPL (visible panty lines) rears its ugly head (or waistband) under the fabrics of many women’s clothing.
It’s obvious that a bright red pair of bikinis will draw attention under a white dress. But even subtle colors become extroverted under white dresses and want to say hello to the world.
Don’t throw out that outfit idea for an all-white Christmas party just yet! We’ve put together an easy guide for you, so you can rock that milky, silhouette-hugging gown without your undies trying to steal the show.
Option 1: Go Commando
You might be tempted to throw on some white undies under that white dress. If they’re both the same color, the panties should be invisible, right? Wrong.
White creates a highlighter effect. This means that your underwear will be even more accentuated, and the problem of visibility still remains.
So, what can you do about it?
According to Insider.com, choose a pair of flesh-toned undies to blend in with your skin tone. This used to be extremely difficult for women of darker complexions, but clothing lines are starting to expand their palettes making it easier to snag a cute pair of nudies for ladies of all skin tones.
With all the amazing new selections, how do you choose the right color? Bustle gives us a sneak peek into finding the right shades.
Now you know the ideal color choice for your undies under a white dress is nude. Nude underwear decreases that annoying visibility, but what about the VPL? That’s where your choice of style comes in.
Best Types of Underwear For White Dresses
If you follow the advice of Refinery29’s 6 Undies Every Woman Should Own; Why blog post, you’ll have all the options ready for any white dress you decide to rock. From a silky and sexy chic look to a more flowy and fun boho look, you’ll be ready to show up and show out without showing your panty lines.
The Snug and Sexy White Dress
You’re ready to show off that beautiful shape of yours with a white dress that accentuates every dip and curve. Let’s look at some undie selections that won’t distract from your rockin’ body.
G-String
Starting off with the G-string, this type of underwear will be invisible underneath that gown no matter the material. It’s skimpy with only a small triangle in the front and super thin elastics everywhere else.
Thongs
Thongs are G-strings’ slightly thicker twin. These sit right at your hipbone and offer a back triangle as well as front triangle.
They have little to no cheek coverage which is perfect to keep that VPL at bay. Check out our guide to pick the right pair: 10 Best Thongs for Women.
Seamless Bikini
If fabric in your crack is unappealing, you can choose a seamless bikini.
These cute undies are open on the sides with a hint of cheek, sit a little below the hips with high leg holes, and are made of soft fabrics like spandex and microfiber.
The Flouncy and Fun White Dress
Flowy dresses bring in an additional concern to the VPL: the fear of the classic Marilyn Monroe dress blow-up. Wearing fuller coverage undies can help you handle this moment as gracefully as she did, should a gust of wind decide to visit you.
They also offer additional warmth for the colder months, because "freezing your butt off" can take a quite literal approach with cheekless undies.
Briefs
Briefs give you a traditional cut and provide full coverage for your bum. They tend to have a higher waist which won’t be an issue for a more flowy dress.
If your white dress is still a bit snug around the waist, it’s best to choose seamless briefs.
Boy Shorts
It’s an ironic choice for a feminine article of clothing, however boy shorts can be anything but boyish. If your you’re wearing a fit and flare white dress, you can opt for silky boy shorts or even a lace pair!
Hipsters
If you’re feeling a little more cheeky but still want to prepare for random gusts of wind, hipsters are a great choice.
They sit right at the hip with low cut leg holes giving you full coverage while your bum plays a little peek-a-boo.
Just remember that if your flowy dress isn’t completely detached from below the waist, meaning when you walk it clings to your legs, go for a seamless version of the selections above.
Here are our picks for the best hipster panties for women.
What Will You Wear Under Your White Dress?
Wearing white dresses is complicated business. You worry about accidentally getting makeup on them or spilling your rosé all over yourself. And then you also have the dreaded panty lines and visibility.
Choosing the right undies to wear under your snow-colored gown involves going nude and choosing the right amount of coverage.
By following this guide, you can dance the night away with no worries. Just make sure to put that glass of Melot down before you start moving and grooving.
