Bamboo inner shorts

Bamboo slip shorts and under shorts for women

Bamboo slip shorts are short, close fitting shorts that you wear under a dress or skirt. Here you will find 10 pairs of bamboo under shorts for women from Boody, Bamboo Basics, Decoy and JBS of Denmark. Many women wear bamboo shorts under clothing to stop their thighs rubbing on warm days, or simply to feel safe in a short dress. Bamboo is a good fabric for the job because it is soft, breathable and temperature regulating, so the shorts are comfortable to wear all day. They work as bamboo anti chafing shorts too.

Under shorts for dresses and skirts

All the styles here are made to be worn under your clothes. They need to sit smoothly so they do not show through the fabric, and stay in place when you walk. Slip shorts for dresses are therefore usually close fitting and stretchy. Many people also look for bamboo bike shorts or cycling shorts to wear under a dress, and the idea is the same: a thin layer that protects the thighs. If you are unsure of the difference, we have written about slip shorts vs cycling shorts, the difference explained.

How the brands differ

Bamboo Basics has under shorts where the waistband and leg ends are knitted in one with the shorts, so there are no sewn edges to show. They come in black, white and tan. Bamboo Basics also has a black seamless style with a high waist and a light shaping effect. Decoy has under shorts in soft bamboo viscose in black and white that reach to above the knee and have a flat waistband. JBS of Denmark has soft, stretchy under shorts in black and light grey melange. Boody has bamboo under shorts in black and rose nude that are comfortable under dresses all day.

Nude or black slip shorts

Under light and thin dresses, nude slip shorts are often the best choice because they are the least visible. Here you can choose tan from Bamboo Basics or rose nude from Boody. White under shorts from Bamboo Basics and Decoy suit white or very light dresses, while black is the natural choice under dark dresses and skirts. Read more in the post about nude slip shorts under everything.

Length and fit

If you want bamboo shorts that do not ride up, length matters. The Decoy style reaches to above the knee and covers much of the thigh. For the other styles, you can see the length on the product page. The seamless style from Bamboo Basics has a high waist that gives a little extra hold around the tummy. If you like thin under shorts with no visible edges, the styles with a knitted waistband and leg ends are a good place to start.

Sizes and prices

The under shorts come in sizes XS to 3XL, but the range varies: JBS of Denmark goes from XS to XXL, Bamboo Basics from S to XXL, Boody from S to XL and Decoy from S to 3XL. If you are between two sizes, choose the one that fits close without squeezing. You can see the price on each product page.

Delivery and other options

We offer free shipping from €80 (UK: from £70), and you get 100-day returns. If you would rather have a full layer under your dress, see our bamboo slips, and for sport, yoga and running, bamboo training shorts for women are a better choice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best slip shorts? It depends on how you use them. To avoid visible edges, choose a style with a knitted waistband, and to cover most of the thigh, choose the Decoy style that reaches to above the knee.

Are there nude slip shorts? Yes, in tan from Bamboo Basics and in rose nude from Boody.

Can under shorts be worn on warm days? Yes, bamboo is breathable and temperature regulating, and under shorts beneath a dress are especially popular in summer.

What sizes are available? From XS to 3XL, depending on the brand.