When it comes to undergarment gaffes, there's hardly a worse offender than visible underwear lines. Some of us go to great lengths to avoid the visible lines, and the truth is, it's not always that simple. Especially if you wear a lot of tight-fitting clothes, you may notice that this annoying problem crops up more often. Or, if you like certain slip styles, you can also struggle with a visible line. What are the best ways to prevent a visible line? In this guide, we'll go over some of the most effective strategies to ensure you get a smooth silhouette with any ensemble.
Find a perfect fit
If your panties don't fit properly, it's much more likely to cause a visible line. For example, if it's too tight, they can cut into your skin and cause a bulge around your buttocks, thighs, or waist that shows through your clothes. On the other hand, if they're too baggy, the extra fabric will create unsightly lines, bumps, and creases under your outfit. Try different styles and sizes until you find the perfect fit, and remember, your size may vary by brand.
Go seamless
Look for seamless panties with laser-cut edges if you're wearing a form-fitting ensemble and are concerned about any lines coming through. Styles made with a lot of spandex and elastic are especially ideal – the thinner the material, the better!
Try a string
There's no doubt about it, thongs are one of the best styles to wear when trying to avoid lines under your underwear. These panties are cut without covering your bum, so you don't have to worry about lines showing up on your derrière. Again, opting for a style made with a touch of spandex is best. Also consider the height of what you're wearing:for example, if you're wearing a high-waisted skirt, you'll want a thong with a higher waist to avoid a visible line across the waist.
Bring on the boyshorts If you're not a fan of thongs – either because you find them uncomfortable or simply don't like the look – don't worry, boyshorts are a great alternative to avoiding a visible panty line. Because they provide ample coverage and reach all the way to the top of your thighs, they don't cut across your bum. That means you're less likely to see a line. Again, look for seamless styles to be on the safe side. And while we love boyshorts with lace accents and other fun, feminine details, if you're trying to avoid underwear lines or other visible lumps or blemishes, stick to super-simple styles.
Buy streamlined with shapewear Shapewear can be your best friend if you're looking for a sleek look. Any undergarments that extend down to your thigh and down to your waist will give you a slim silhouette, and as an added bonus, it can help certain ensembles hug your body better for a more flattering fit.
Go command
If you really want to avoid underwear lines, one of the most effective tactics is of course to just skip the panties altogether. So if you're feeling brave enough, try going without knickers! The best way to do this without risking a blunder is to try not to wear a slip under a tighter skirt that comes closer to the knee or lower, or pants.
