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Along with your spring closet refresh, now’s a great time to update your underwear drawer with the best thongs too. Though people tend to be divided over this style of undergarment, there are plenty of options that are comfortable enough to wear all day and that come in a variety of coverages, cuts, and materials. Hate the feeling of fabric separating you from your clothes? Need undies that are slender and smoothing under a clingy wedding guest dress? Or what about seamless underwear that leaves no visible panty lines under your workout leggings? To help you find the most comfortable thong for your needs, we turned to Glamour editors and contributors. Below, find their favorites, including breathable cotton options, high-rise ones that come in a range of sizes, and G-strings that are barely there at all.
The best thongs, at a glance
- Best Overall: Skims Fits Everybody High-Waist Thong, $18
- Best Overall, Runner-Up: Hanky Panky Signature Lace Rise Thong (5-pack), $108
- Best Value: Anzermix Breathable Cotton Thong Panties (6-Pack), $10
- Best Seamless: Calvin Klein Invisibles Seamless Thongs (3-pack), $24
- Best for Working Out: Lululemon UnderEase Mid-Rise Thong Underwear (3-pack), $48
How we chose thongs
To select the best thongs, we researched best-selling options and reached out to our shopping editors and contributors for recommendations. Each thong on this list has been worn at least five times (sometimes more, in the case of panties that our testers have owned for a longer period). Each option was evaluated for the quality of its material (did it last during multiple washes, or did it stretch out? was it breathable?), comfort, and visibility (particularly important for thongs, which are meant to be seamless underneath tight clothes like leggings). Our reviewers wore the thongs during their everyday activities like walking, sitting, and exercise. We ensured there were a range of cuts, from those with fuller coverage to barely-there underwear, and prioritized brands that offered plus sizing and multiple colors. Lastly, we factored in the value of each thong for its longevity and intended use (for a special occasion, work, the gym, or even sleep). This thorough process helped us zero in on thongs that strike an ideal balance between comfort, durability, and an invisible fit.
1. Best Overall: Skims Fits Everybody High-Waist Thong
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- What we love: Super stretchy and comfy; light tummy control; inclusive sizing and skin tones; no visible panty lines
- Worth noting: Material is quite thin
When we polled our editors and readers, Skims’ thongs cropped up again and again. The shapewear brand’s Fits Everybody collection is known for its stretchy, ultra-soft fabric, and this thong is no different. The barely-there seams don’t pinch, poke, or dig into your skin. You can wear this one all day without thinking about it. Its material stretches to twice its size, which is great for comfort and your changing body (bloating, hello). Its high cut provides full coverage, light tummy control, and keeps it from rolling down the way most low-rise thongs do. Not a high-waisted girlie? Skims makes plenty of other cuts, including its standard thong, a dipped front thong with Baywatch vibes, and even a barely-there micro thong.
“Thongs already have a tendency to ride up, so the thought of wearing a high-waist one was initially a huge no,” says Glamour contributor Andrea Navarro. “But after trying so many of Skims’ other Fits Everybody styles, I figured, why not? This thong is just as comfortable as the rest of the collection because it’s stretchy, soft, and nearly seamless. There’s absolutely no digging involved.”
2. Best Overall, Runner-Up: Hanky Panky Signature Lace Rise Thong
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- What we love: Extremely comfy; high-quality material; pretty
- Worth noting: Only one size; lace can show through tight clothes; very pricey
Hanky Panky’s lace thong has a near-perfect rating on Amazon, which comes as no surprise to us. Aside from being cute panties that you’ll want to show off, the brand is known for its styles’ extreme stretch—so much so that they’re one-size-fits-most sizing. And no need to worry about the lace being scratchy or itchy; you’ll barely feel it at all, say our testers. “I know these thongs are pretty pricey, but they’ve lasted me over a year, so I’ve already gotten my money’s worth,” says Glamour reviewer Francesca Simmons. “The soft lace feels like nothing against my skin, and I can wear them underneath almost any of my clothes without having to worry about VPL or digging.”
Another reviewer, Missy Henrikson, adds that this is one of the best thongs for pregnancy: “I’d always found this style to run a little big—until I became pregnant! Its soft, stretchy fabric was a perfect fit. I also loved having a pretty, feminine, lacy thong to wear throughout pregnancy and postpartum.”
3. Best Value: Anzermix Breathable Cotton Thong Panties
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- What we love: Soft, breathable cotton material; no-show under leggings; great value
- Worth noting: No plus sizing above XL; not the most durable material
If you’re looking for a multipack of basic thongs that doesn’t bust your budget, our commerce writer likes this cotton underwear set from Amazon. They’re made of moisture-wicking cotton with a touch of spandex for stretch and comfort. Their low cut and seamless design lies flat and invisible beneath even tight leggings. Though they’re not as durable as some other choices on this list, for such a low price, you don’t have to be precious with them.
“I find cotton to be the most comfortable when wearing a thong because it’s soft to the touch, is quite breathable, and offers just the right amount of pliability,” says Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour commerce writer. “I was happily surprised when I picked up this pack from Amazon because these thongs live up to all of those standards at $10 for a pack of six! These are my daily drivers, and I’d highly recommend them to whoever feels like thongs are never comfortable for them; these will change your mind, I promise.”
4. Best No-Show: Calvin Klein Invisibles Seamless Thong Panties
- What we love: Seamless; affordable; breathable cotton material
- Worth noting: No plus sizing above XL; no brown shades
This silky-soft no-show thong is made from a moisture-wicking fabric and has a breathable, all-cotton gusset that keeps you dry and cool down there. They’re the undies you reach for when you want to forget you’re wearing any at all, but don’t want to risk not having them on (as is often the case when you’re in a wedding guest dress or a more sheer outfit). “This Calvin Klein thong is comfy and practically invisible, and it matches my favorite Natori Feathers bra to a T,” says Deanna Pai, Glamour contributor.
5. Best for Working Out: Lululemon UnderEase Mid-Rise Thong Underwear
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- What we love: Moisture-wicking; stretchy, substantial material; seams lie flat
- Worth noting: Pricey; limited sizing
Need underwear for working out that doesn’t show through leggings? (Provided you wear undies when you exercise, that is.) No surprise, but activewear brand Lululemon’s got you covered. This three-pack of silky mid-rise thongs is made for training purposes; its special fabric stretches without stretching out, dries quickly, and wicks sweat. Each pair is sewn with seams that lay flat and never get all twisted and dig into your skin.
“I don’t always wear underwear to the gym, but when I do, it’s this Lululemon thong,” says Glamour reviewer Rosi Norton. “It’s so comfortable and keeps me cool despite the type of workout I’m doing. I also love that they come in a pack of three.”
6. Best on Amazon: Hanes Originals Thong Panties
- What we love: Breathability; great value; elastic doesn’t dig in
- Worth noting: May not last as long as higher-quality thongs
You can almost never go wrong with Calvin Klein’s classic logo-banded undies and bras. They’re comfortable, cute, and have great value. “I like these thongs for everyday wear,” says Glamour contributor Brigitt Earley. “Since they’re made entirely of cotton, they’re highly breathable—I can even work out in these thongs without discomfort. I like the cut too. They sit nice and high on the hips and don’t dig in or create lines under my jeans.”
Glamour commerce editor Malia Griggs praises these women’s thongs as well. “I don’t have very defined hips, so underwear tends to slide right down (and sometimes off). This isn’t the case with the CK thongs, thankfully. The elastic band provides enough grip that they don’t roll down, but they’re also not so tight that they’re painful to wear.”
7. Most Comfortable: ThirdLove Comfort Stretch Thong
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- What we love: Totally seamless; inclusive sizing
- Worth noting: Material is quite thin
This ThirdLove thong lives up to its name because it offers so much stretch that it’s hard not to find it comfortable. As one of the best seamless options on this list, the silky-soft thong has no visible panty lines and can be hiked up above your hips or pulled below the belly area. Its cotton gusset wicks sweat, and though this option is made of a nylon blend, ThirdLove makes cotton thongs for the same price. It’s also available in a variety of neutral hues, including black, brown, beige, and white.
“I’ve been buying mall brands’ five-for-$25 thongs for years, but after I went up a few sizes, the large options were becoming a literal pain in the ass. That’s when I turned to ThirdLove’s stretch thongs and never looked back,” says Glamour reviewer Lindsay Schallon. “They’re made from a nylon-spandex blend, so they’re extra stretchy (ideal when you have full hips). And because they’re so thin, there’s never an issue with VPL. The best part of all is that they go up to size 3X and come in a variety of ‘nude for you’ shades. I’ll take its three-for-$39 deal any time.”
8. Best Tanga: Victoria’s Secret Logo Cotton Tanga Panty
- What we love: Moderate back coverage; no visible panty lines under tricky outfits
- Worth noting: The front is more narrow than other thongs
This Victoria’s Secret tanga blends a thong with a brief—it has a shade more back coverage than most thongs but its front cut is narrower. Its waistband is thinner than other thongs and its barely-there design highlights the hips. The minimalist, cheeky style stays seamless under delicate, clingy materials and tighter-fitting outfits. Our editors praise this tanga for its soft, silky modal fabric, snug fit, and that it comes in many colors and fun prints.
9. Best Plus-Size: Harper Wilde Cloud Cotton High-Waist Thong
- What we love: Inclusive sizing; very comfortable; high-quality design
- Worth noting: A little pricey
“Harper Wilde's panties are some of my favorites,” says Griggs. “This is basically the thong of my dreams; its high-waist cut smooths and supports my tummy, but it still has that super-cheeky thong coverage along the back. It’s so comfortable that I forget I’m wearing it (the same cannot be said with any of my other thongs). I also appreciate that its sizing is so accommodating—that’s been helpful as my weight fluctuates.” The brand’s hip fits up to 54 inches, making it one of the best thongs for plus sizing (outside of Skims’ offering, which is one of the many reasons why we named that one our best overall).
10. Best G-string: Cuup The String
- What we love: Very minimal coverage; comfortable and stretchy
- Worth noting: Pricey
A G-string thong is the cheekiest of them all—it’s basically a couple strings and a little fabric. It’s the panty for the person who doesn’t really want to wear any at all (but still wants a tiny bit of coverage). Glamour editors and testers are fans of lingerie brand Cuup’s supportive bras for big boobs, its swimsuits, and of course, its women’s underwear. It’s made of extremely soft, stretchy modal, with a bamboo lining that wicks moisture and a versatile mid-rise cut.
