Do you suffer from PFP? Poorly Fitting Panties.
Ladies and Cross-dressers*, I would like to address the serious problem poor fitting undergarments. Yes, I’m talking about women’s underwear. Now, if you happen to be of the opinion (as is my good friend, Enedina) that underwear is “a private word”, then maybe you should move onto another blog. However, I do believe that many women (and cross dressers) suffer from poorly fitting underwear and I have found a wonderful panty that I simply cannot keep quiet about. So, if this is an uncomfortable topic for you, perhaps go make a cup of tea, put on some soft slippers, come back into your computer area and shut the door if possible. It may help you to know that the post rating is PG13.
First of all, there are all kinds of underwear and for the most part, I’m happy with the seamless, micro fiber thongs available at Macy’s. I have also spent many years buying the cute cotton bikinis at Victoria’s Secret. My main problem is finding a full coverage, thin, stays put panty for wearing under my Nike gym pants- the moisture-wicking material that unfortunately shows every imperfection of the hips, thighs and buttocks if you get in the wrong light. Also not pretty when running on the treadmill. I detest VPL (visible panty lines). I also detest butt jiggle. So my only solution to preventing these when going to the gym has been to wear micro fiber “boy shorts”. I love boy shorts… they’re so cute! But the legs tend to roll up causing a funny line under my gym pants that I’m constantly fidgeting with.
This topic came up at work one day with my friend Lori, who was complaining of the same issue with gym clothes and underwear. Apparently, THIS IS A WIDE SPREAD PROBLEM!
Well. I happened to find a MIRACLE PANTY! While shopping at my favorite multipurpose store, TARGET, I came across some cute colored, seamless, tagless modal cotton HIPSTER panties that were sporty and cute. They were also 3 pairs for $9.99. Considerably better than 3 for $25 at VS. I went ahead and bought a 3 pack to try out.
OHMIWERD. They don’t move on your bum! Absolutely no riding up requiring any pulling out of your nether region. No rolling up on the legs. Cute colors, and standard colors such as nude (a must if you wear white pants or skirts- ladies, if you didn’t know, white panties or thongs under white pants show up like a spotlight shining on them- buy the ugly nude for these outfits!). I immediately forwarded a link to my friend Lori and she concurs with my findings. Perfect underwear at a perfect price. They even wash well.
If you’re a fellow sufferer of PFP, RUN, don’t walk to Target. Here is the link for the brand name and info. Just leave me a few pairs if you go to the Rohnert Park, CA Target- I am stopping by there for some more tonight.
* California is known for its open minded acceptance of other practices that may not be considered “normal” behavior. Our motto: If your hobby doesn’t hurt children or grownups, land-based animals, marine-based animals and the environment, it’s okay with us. So for the possible business man reading this who happens to enjoy wearing women’s undergarments under his business suit- I hope my tip helps you as well!
Jan Hunnicutt
August 3, 2007 at 20:13
You are too funny!
Clara
August 6, 2007 at 14:47
Well, you have convinced at least one person! I had to go to Target yesterday anyway, so I bought some (in “chocolate”) and even got a matching bra (which, by the way – have you tried them?). I am going to wash them tonight and I’ll let you know what I think tomorrow.
Clara
August 7, 2007 at 12:40
Okay, I’ve tried them, and I like them! The bra is even pretty good, too. For $14.99, you can’t go wrong! Just one observation, though. When I first saw these, they reminded me of some panties I already have by Jockey, from their “No Panty Line Promise” line. And they are indeed nearly identical! The ones made by Jockey are obviously a little more expensive, but I like that they have a wider variety of cuts and styles (some even with lace). You can see the line here: http://search.jockey.com/exec/?cat=NoPantyLinePromise&gclid=CMew2Oez440CFQEtZQodhF_x0Q&i=1&q=women%27s+underwear&u1=q&u2=cat. I’ve gotten a couple of these from department stores, but sometimes see them in TJ Maxx (and the like) for as little as $0.99 each! You should give them a try, too.
Cousin Lisa
August 7, 2007 at 16:07
Denise, I think you just did the world a HUGE favor! Thanks!
Cousin Lisa
August 7, 2007 at 16:14
P.S. I think too may people buy their undies at Costco.
Sheri
August 15, 2007 at 18:18
Well I just need to check these out next time I’m down in the States…Thanks for the public announcement!!! LOVE it! :)
Katie
July 2, 2008 at 17:29
Denise,
I found these panties about 4 months ago, for similar reasons. The material is awesome, and like you said – they don’t roll at the edges. I did the same thing – bought a few to try, and immediately went back and bought more. I’m a thong girl, but there are dresses, shorts, exercise pants where thongs are just not appropriate. Running on a treadmill with all the word to see what type of underwear you wear, color, and how low you will go is just not right. And yes… DO NOT WEAR WHITE UNDERGARMENTS ON WHITE CLOTHING! I am amazed how often I see this atrocity. I just want to buy nude undies for the poor souls.
A group of ladies where I used to work had an intervention with a repeated offender. The fashion police are still citing tickets, I’m afraid.
There’s another style (by that brand) that goes a little more boy shorty, without being full on spanx. They are great for skirts that are slightly see through. I REFUSE to wear a slip. I’m not quite THERE yet.
Happy early birthday! The fearless forties are not that bad…. so I hear…