Briefs That Do Not Ride Up – The Secret Is the Fit

Short answer: Briefs ride up when the size, the style or the fabric does not suit your body. The answer is a brief in the right size, with the right leg cut, in a stretchy, soft fabric such as bamboo viscose that follows your body instead of sliding.

Why briefs ride up

The most common reasons are that the brief is too small, that the elastic is worn out, or that the fabric is smooth and has no stretch. A brief that is too small keeps working its way up to where there is least resistance. So start with the size, and use our guide to finding the right size in bamboo clothing.

The fabric matters more than you think

Bamboo viscose is stretchy and shapes itself to your body, so the brief stays where it belongs. At the same time the fabric is soft and breathable. Browse the full range of bamboo briefs and the rest of the selection in bamboo underwear for women.

Choose the right style for your body

Hipster styles, high-waisted briefs and styles with legs all behave differently. If you have found that one particular type always rides up, try another shape. The guide to bamboo briefs: find the right style for you runs through the options.

Look after the elastic

Wash at 30-40 degrees and skip the tumble dryer, and the elastic will keep its shape for longer. Follow the advice in our washing guide for bamboo clothing.

Frequently asked questions

Why do my briefs ride up?

Usually because they are too small, because the elastic is worn out, or because the style does not suit your body shape. Fix the size first, then try a different shape.

Which fabric rides up the least?

Stretchy, soft fabrics such as bamboo viscose follow your body and stay in place better than smooth fabrics with no give.

Does going up a size help?

Yes, if the brief is too tight. A brief in the right size should sit close without cutting in, and then it will not work its way up.