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A key part of your good outfits is undergarments that actually work. We want bras that smooth, hidden straps, and comfortable underwear that won’t be spotted underneath our clothes. If you’d rather not wear a thong or go commando, you’ll need something seamless to avoid the VPL (visible panty lines).
It’s summer, and we need undergarments that work under everything from shorts and dresses to workout gear. Luckily, we’ve rounded up our favorite seamless underwear below — from the affordable ones we love for everyday wear to the ones that work even under our favorite workout leggings, equipped with cotton gussets.
Read on to shop our picks.
➼ Our top picks
➼ More tried-and-true favorites
➼ Our experts
Colors: 9 | Sizes: XXS–XXL | Materials: Recycled nylon, elastane
Aerie is a a hidden gem of decently priced underwear. With a number of cute shades, styles, and sizes, most of these are worth stocking up on for the three for $15 deal. The newer smoothing line features no-show fabrics in stretchy recycled nylon. Opt for this cheeky pair in nude, so absolutely nothing will show under your clothes.
Colors: 44 | Sizes: XS–XXL | Materials: Cotton, polyamide, elastane
With over 40 color options and nude shades, this cheeky pair from VS is worth it, according to fashion and beauty writer Asia Milia Ware. “I love these under my leggings in the gym because they don’t show,” she says. “It feels like I have nothing on.”
Colors: 23 | Sizes: XS–XXL | Materials: Polyamide, elastane
Victoria’s Secret still offers bundle deals so you can save money. Since it’s five for $30, you might as well grab another pair of seamless underwear. This pair is a favorite of Cut Shop contributor Morgan Evans. It’s available in over 20 colors and trims, including this lace option if you get bored with seamless cuts.
Colors: 6 | Sizes: S–XL | Materials: Cotton, polyamide, elastane
If you want a little more coverage, start here. The bikini-cut underwear sits high on the waist and keeps your cheeks covered for extra comfort, so these are easy to throw on for everyday wear.
Colors: 6 | Sizes: XS–XL | Materials: polyamide, elastane
When shopping for seamless and no-show underwear, it can be hard to find options with color, patterns, or designs. Fortunately, this lacy pair from Journelle exists. It’s expensive but worth a little splurge for the lace detailing alone. Even with the extra details, they still sit comfortably sans panty lines. There’s a thong version, too, if that’s what you prefer.
Colors: 12 | Sizes: XS–4X | Materials: Jersey, nylon, spandex
Lots of colors, lots of sizes, and even more five-star reviews. These are a favorite because of how comfortable and soft they are, along with preventing VPL. These are high-waisted, but the brand also offers low-rise options that are just as good.
Colors: 9 | Sizes: S–L | Materials: Cotton, elastane
Cotton is a favorite material for how breathable it is. While many pairs of seamless underwear are made of nylon or limited to just a cotton gusset, these are a nice blend of cotton and stretchy elastane, with, of course, a 100 percent cotton gusset for the breathability.
Colors: 13 | Sizes: 14–40 | Materials: Spandex, nylon
Instead of a seamless edge, these briefs have smoothing elastic to prevent VPL and keep them in place. These sit high on the waist for full coverage.
Colors: 28 | Sizes: S–XL | Materials: Spandex, nylon, cotton
If you want something that sits lower on the waist but not too low and not too cheeky, opt for these. They’re a favorite for how well they stay in place, along with the lace detail and color options.
Colors: 7 | Sizes: XS–3X | Materials: Lycra, elastane, cotton
A Cut Shop favorite, this breathable, seamless, and comfortable thong has a good range of nudes and an even better range of sizes. They’re made of stretchy elastane and Lycra, but the gusset is 100 percent cotton.
- Chinea Rodriguez, shopping writer at the Cut
- Asia Milia Ware, fashion and beauty writer at the Cut
- Morgan Evans, contributor at the Cut