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The Original

$39 USD

These super-versatile, velvety-soft wonders give off bike short vibes and are opaque, so they can be layered under clothes or worn alone. Like The Cargo, but without the pocket.

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Versatile and practical

Coverage: Opaque

A Base Layer Worth Showing Off

Real-Deal Coverage

Bike shorts, but lighter

Wear Under Clothes or Alone

Est. 2014

Anti-Chafing & Sweat Wicking

No Rolling or Riding Up

The Original

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Khrystyana is wearing The Original in Size M/L
Veronica is wearing The Original in size XL/2XL
Riley is wearing The Original in size M/L
Marina is wearing The Original in Size L/XL

The Original

Frequently Asked Questions

We know, right? It’s partly because of the clever construction, partly because of the first-rate fabric blend, and partly because it supports your body without feeling constricting.

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

Based on 4259 reviews
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Linda
Fit: True to Size
Pant Size: XL
Size Purchased: L/XL
Shorts

Shorts are soft and flexible. Wash nicely and stay in shape.

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Samantha
Fit: True to Size
Pant Size: M
Size Purchased: S/M
Beautiful

So soft and they feel amazing on, super stretchy.

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Customer
Fit: True to size ➖➖
Pant Size: XL
Size Purchased: XL/2XL

Comfy , fit well. Love them.

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Tiffany M
Fit: True to Size
Pant Size: XL
Size Purchased: L/XL
So comfortable

As a teacher that loves to wear dresses but has to sit on the ground a lot, these have been a game changer. I used to only wear maxi dresses but now I feel comfortable wearing shorter dresses with these and they are so comfortable.

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Flying-IRI
Fit: Runs Large
Pant Size: XL
Size Purchased: L/XL
Works Well Inside Out

I was worried about the seams before purchasing these shorts, and my fears were not unfounded (regardless of the advertising claims to the contrary) and the shorts were very uncomfortable to wear. However, turning them inside out, solved that problem and I'm happy to report that I've been able to wear them without any problems this way.

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