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The Cotton

$39 USD

These shorts are made of high-quality Pima cotton & modal fabric that feels so rich, you’ll want to fan yourself with dollar bills. We can sense that these ultra-soft, anti-chafe bottoms are about to become your favorite loungewear. We’re a little psychic that way.

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Length

Made from antibacterial fabric that destroys smells

Semi-sheer, fully cozy

Comfy, Cottony Loungers

Semi-Sheer Coverage

For Kicking Back

Naturally Antibacterial

High-Quality Pima Cotton & Modal

Anti-Chafing

No Rolling or Riding Up

The Cotton

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The Cotton

Frequently Asked Questions

Our shorts are made of a mix of Pima—the champagne of cottons, which is extra-soft and extra-durable—and modal, a natural fiber that's resistant to shrinkage and pilling. Together, they create a texture that’s as luxurious and velvety as a Sade song.

We’re glad you asked. Think of them as a combination between an old-school slip, a boxer brief and a bike short: They give you coverage under short or too-sheer outfits, stop your inner thighs from trying to start a forest fire, and light smoothing with no VPL (the word “panties” weirds us out, too). Plus, the knit-in cotton-rich crotch means you can wear them without underwear if you want, eliminating the need for an extra layer.

Thigh Society shorts don’t compress you or suck you in like shapewear. Instead, they’re a lightweight, breathable, sweat-wicking essential you’ll reach for again and again.

Flexible and stretchy, our waistband is made from the same fabric as the shorts, just double-folded and sewn-in. It stretches to your curves, never cuts into them. The waistband is like the Loch Ness Monster: you’ll doubt it really exists.

Customer Reviews

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Maureen
Fit: True to Size
Pant Size: 2XL
Size Purchased: XL/2XL
Meh

These fit fine and the legs don't roll up like the shorter version (5" cooling is the other pair I bought), but ... there's nothing special here. They are lightweight material, but they don't hold anything in - I realize they aren't shapewear, but they offer NO shape at all - just let it all hang around. They are good at helping with the sweating under a dress, but because of the length I purchased, they're only good with long dresses. Next time, I'll just cut a pair of lightweight leggings off at the thighs.

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Gina
Fit: True to size ➖➖
Pant Size: M
Size Purchased: M/L
Very Confortable

I loved it! Almost feel as if I was not wearing anything! Very confortable

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Susan
Fit: Runs small ➖
Pant Size: XL
Size Purchased: XL/2XL
My new bathing suit!

I don't like wearing regular bathing suits these days - my thighs are the worse for wear! I had the idea to wear these shorts with a long sleeveless top instead. It works perfectly! They are completely opaque and look great under a drapey top with a bra underneath. Now I'm not afraid to show up on the beach. I have six or seven pairs in various colors, and I wear them all summer with shorts, skirts, and at home with nothing else. Cool and comfortable, and I have never had a snag. I have learned what size fits perfectly and I stick with that (2 XL)

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Beth
Fit: True to size ➖➖
Pant Size: M
Size Purchased: S/M
Perfect for hot summer days!

Very light and airy. I bought two pairs and recommended to others.

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Monica
Fit: Runs small ➖
Pant Size: 3XL
Size Purchased: 3XL/4XL
Not Too Heavy or Constricting

As the Thigh Society ads proclaim, their "The Cooling" shorts are not too thick/ heavy. I went with the 9" black version to wear under a dress for my brother's wedding. They stayed in place (no rolling or riding up) and didn't make me feel like I was wearing an extra layer. Plus, as promised, they kept my thighs from chafing as I did a lot of walking that afternoon during all the festivities. The reason I gave these 4 stars and not 5 is that, inspite of following the sizing chart, I found they ran a tiny bit small, the color I hoped to get (lilac) was not in stock, and they were a bit on the pricy side (I only needed 1 pair as I rarely wear dresses/skirts) so I didn't qualify for any savings/deals... I don't appreciate online companies that make you buy multiples just to save a few dollars... especially when it's an item that you often don't need multiples of. All in all, I would recommend for anyone, who is looking for something to prevent thigh chafing, as they were better quality and more comfortable than a previous pair I had purchased a couple of years ago from Penningtons.

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