Wear a thong under fitted trousers, skirts and dresses, and under fine or light-coloured fabric, because it removes the rear panty line entirely. Choose a fuller style instead for periods, exercise, sleep and long hot days. Here is when a thong is the right choice and when it is not.
This is one of the styles in our guide to the types of underwear.
What is a thong best for?
A thong is best whenever a visible panty line would spoil the look. The back is a thin strip, so there is no rear edge to show.
The best times to wear one:
- Under fitted trousers, pencil skirts and bodycon dresses: no line across the seat
- Under fine, clingy or light-coloured fabric: a seamless thong in a skin tone disappears
- Under white or pale outfits: a nude seamless thong is invisible where a brief would show
Our Seamless Secrets thong set and Elysian Silhouette set are cut to disappear under fitted fabric. See how to stop visible panty lines.
When should you not wear a thong?
Choose a fuller style for periods, exercise, sleep, and long hot days if you are prone to irritation. A thong is the wrong tool for these.
- On your period: a full brief or boyshort gives coverage and security
- Sleeping: a breathable cotton brief is more comfortable and hygienic overnight
- Long, hot, sweaty days: if you are prone to irritation, a breathable cotton brief is gentler
- Exercise: a seamless brief or a thong with a cotton gusset, changed straight after
How do you wear a thong comfortably?
Get the right size and choose a breathable cotton gusset. Most thong discomfort comes from a thong that is too small.
It should sit without digging. A cotton gusset breathes and wicks moisture, which matters in the heat. Change daily, and after exercise or a hot day. For the health questions people ask, see are thongs bad for you.
What is the difference between a thong and a G-string?
A thong has a thin strip of fabric at the back; a G-string has even less — just a string. Both remove the rear line, with the G-string the most minimal.
For the most fitted outfits, a G-string like our Coquettes or Privy Intrigue set disappears entirely.
Frequently asked questions
When should you wear a thong?
Under fitted trousers, skirts and dresses, and under fine or light-coloured fabric, because it removes the rear panty line. A seamless nude thong is the most invisible.
Is it OK to wear a thong every day?
For most people, yes, provided it fits well and has a breathable cotton gusset. If you are prone to irritation, alternate with breathable cotton briefs and avoid wearing one overnight.
Should you wear a thong on your period?
Most people prefer a fuller brief or boyshort on their period for more coverage and security.
Does Erblis sell seamless thongs?
Yes. Our Seamless Secrets and Elysian Silhouette thong sets come in skin tones, with free Karachi delivery and Cash on Delivery.
The short version
Wear a thong under fitted, fine or pale outfits to remove the line, in a seamless skin tone. Switch to a breathable brief for periods, sleep, exercise and long hot days. Use code WELCOME10 for 10% off your first order.