The leg opening on hipster panties
Short answer: Hipster panties have a leg opening that starts just below the navel and ends at the side of the hip, so the edge sits a little away from the groin. That gives good coverage without the feel of a high-waisted style. Here is how the opening sits and what to feel for.
What the leg opening on a hipster actually is
The leg opening is the line where the fabric ends at the leg and hip. On hipster panties it runs diagonally from the side down towards the gusset, so it is neither as low as a brazilian cut nor as high as a retro cut. It sits somewhere in the middle.
How hipster panties sit on the body
The waistband on hipster panties usually rests on the hip bone rather than at the waist. The fabric covers the seat fully but leaves the stomach free. Many women choose them because they do not press at the waist when sitting for long stretches.
The leg opening compared with low and high cuts
To see which styles exist, browse our range of bamboo panties and compare the cuts side by side. A low cut gives the most freedom, while a high cut gives the most coverage. Hipster panties are the smallest compromise you can make between the two.
How to feel whether the opening suits you
Put the pair on, bend forward, sit down and walk a few steps. If the edge digs into the skin at the hip or rolls up, the opening is too tight or the size too small. A good pair stays in place without you thinking about it for the rest of the day.
The fabric behind the leg opening matters
The opening only works well if the fabric has some stretch. Bamboo viscose is soft and follows the body, but panties also need a little elastane to hold their shape. Always check the composition on the label so you know how a pair behaves after many washes.
Hipster panties under clothes
Because the opening ends at the middle of the hip, hipster panties can show a visible line under tight trousers if the edge is thick. Pick a style with a flat edge if you wear very fitted clothes. Under a loose dress or soft trousers you will feel and see no difference.
Looking after the leg opening in the wash
Wash them on the programme the label gives and avoid very high heat, which can loosen the elastic at the edge. A laundry bag stops the edge catching on other clothes. Air drying keeps the shape for longer, so the pair sits the same way each time.
A word about the rest of the wardrobe
Underwear is the first layer, but the rest of the outfit plays a part. On cold days you can pair it with a women's long-sleeved bamboo T-shirt, and with shoes worn without socks, bamboo tennis socks for women are a soft addition. What matters is that the layers sit comfortably together.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between hipster panties and regular panties
Regular panties often have a higher cut and cover more of the stomach, while hipsters sit on the hip. The choice mostly comes down to where you prefer the waistband and what you wear on top.
How do I find the right size
Measure around the widest part of your hips and compare it with the brand's size chart. If you fall between two sizes, take the larger one if the edge digs in, or the smaller one if the pair slides down.
Can hipster panties leave lines under clothes
They can if the edge is thick or too tight. Choose a flat edge and a size that does not cut in, and little will show under ordinary clothes.
