Hipster briefs for women, cut and side height explained
Short answer: Hipster briefs for women sit with the waistband on the hips, a little below the navel, and the leg opening runs across the thigh at moderate height. They cover the bottom fully and sit between a thong and a high-waisted brief. Here the cut and side height are explained.
Hipster briefs for women and what the name means
When people search for hipster briefs for women, they usually mean a brief that is neither very small nor very large. The waistband sits lower than on a classic high-waisted brief, and the fabric covers the whole bottom. The cut has become an everyday favourite because you can wear it all day without thinking about it.
The waistband on the hip
The waistband is the first thing that sets the cut apart. It sits on the hip bones and not at the waist, which is why it is often a good choice under low-rise trousers. If you are unsure how high it will sit, measure yourself and compare with the measurements for bamboo panties in the size you are considering.
Side height explained
Side height is the distance from waistband to leg opening at the side of the brief. On a hipster it is moderate, so the leg opening runs diagonally across the thigh without reaching high up the hip. If it is too low the fabric can crease, and if it is too high the brief looks more like a Brazilian or a thong.
Back panel and coverage
At the back a hipster covers the whole bottom, and the edge sits just under the curve. Many choose it because an even edge gives calm under clothes and there are no loose cords to think about. It is a quiet contrast to a thong with a narrow back panel and to a full brief with a high one.
Hipster, Brazilian and thong compared
Of the three low cuts, the hipster covers the most, the Brazilian a little less at the back and the thong the least. The choice depends on your clothes and on what you are used to wearing. The hipster is often the easiest place to start, because it resembles a brief you already know.
Fit and size
The brief should sit flat without cutting into the thigh or hip. Measure your hips at the widest point and use the number together with the stated measurements for the item before you order. If you fall between two sizes, take the larger one for comfort and the smaller one for a close fit.
Which clothes suit hipster briefs
Under trousers and sportswear a hipster is a safe choice, because the edge does not press. It also suits days when you need cover all day. Wear them with bamboo underwear for women, so the other layers sit the same way and the outfit feels like one piece.
Washing and care
Always follow the care label in the brief and preferably wash on a gentle programme in a laundry bag. Viscose from bamboo can shrink in high heat, so avoid a hot tumble dryer and let the laundry dry in the air. That way the elastic keeps its shape and the brief sits as it did on day one, together with your bamboo T-shirt for women.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a hipster and a Brazilian
A hipster covers the whole bottom with an even edge, while a Brazilian has a little less fabric at the back and a slightly pulled in edge. Both have a low waistband and moderate side height.
Is a hipster the same as a bikini brief
Almost. Both have a low waistband, but the bikini often has a narrower side. The hipster usually has a slightly wider side and a little more coverage at the back.
Which size should I choose
Measure your hips at the widest point and compare with the measurements for the item. If you fall between two sizes, choose the larger for comfort and the smaller for a close fit.
