Boody under shorts and bodystocking
Short answer: Boody makes both anti chafing shorts and a bodystocking in bamboo viscose. Both are worn as an invisible layer under dresses, but they solve different problems. They are thin enough not to show through and are washed on the same programme.
Shorts against chafing
Anti chafing shorts put a smooth layer between the thighs and stop chafing on warm days when skin rubs against skin. They are thin and do not add bulk under a dress, so they work under both loose and fitted styles. Many wear them all summer. See the full group in bamboo anti chafing shorts.
Bodystocking that stays put
A bodystocking fastens at the crotch, so it cannot ride up during the day the way a slip or a top can. It gives a smooth line from shoulder to thigh and is worn mainly under fitted dresses and thin knitted dresses. See the styles in bamboo bodystocking.
When to choose which
If the problem is chafing between the thighs, shorts are enough. If the problem is that the under layer rides up or the dress clings to the body, the bodystocking is the answer. Some wear both, depending on dress and weather. Read more in bamboo slip and bodystocking.
The length of the shorts
Shorts should be long enough to cover the part of the thigh where chafing starts, but short enough not to peek out under the dress. Measure from the crotch down to where the dress ends when you sit. Then you know which length suits your dresses.
Shorts in other situations
Short bamboo viscose shorts are also worn under skirts, as sleepwear and on days at home when you want something light. Because the fabric is soft and does not squeeze, they are comfortable to sit in. See the other styles in bamboo shorts for women.
Fit of the bodystocking
A bodystocking should sit close without pulling at the shoulders. If it is too short in the torso, it presses at the crotch when you sit down. If it is too long, it forms folds under the dress. Choose the size by torso length if you are between two sizes.
Colour and visibility
Under light dresses, skin tone is the least visible, while black shows clearly through thin light fabric. Under dark dresses, black is the safe choice. If you only have one pair of shorts or one bodystocking, skin tone is usually the most useful, because it works under most colours.
Washing
Thin pieces are best washed in a laundry bag at 40 degrees without fabric softener, so the elastic and the fabric's ability to absorb moisture last longer. Hang them to dry and avoid the tumble dryer. All the steps are in the washing guide.
The brand
Boody makes simple basics in calm colours meant for daily use. That makes it easy to buy the same style again when it wears out. See the full range, including underwear and leggings, in Boody.
Frequently asked questions
Can the shorts be worn under trousers?
They can, but they are mainly meant for dresses and skirts. Under trousers the thighs rarely chafe, so the shorts are needed less often there.
Should a bodystocking be washed after each wear?
Yes, it sits close to the skin all day and absorbs sweat. Wash it at 40 degrees in a laundry bag and let it air dry so it keeps its shape.
Which colour is most useful?
Skin tone works under most dresses, especially light ones. Black is the safe choice under dark dresses. With both colours you cover almost every situation.
