Megan is wearing The Original in size S/M

The Original

Name: The Original 5" Lapis
SKU: 305S0
Price: 40.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$40 USD

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

Versatile and practical

Coverage: Opaque

Size

XS
S

S
M

M
L

L
XL

XL
2XL

Product variants

Color

Lapis

Length

5"

7"

9"

The Original

Black

Charcoal

Almond

Beige

Sandstone

Raisin

Sage

Lapis

5"

7"

9"

Versatile and practical

Coverage: Opaque

Fit-tested on all body types, tagless (no itch), knit-in cotton crotch, and machine-washable. Inner thigh panel prevents chafing, and they stay put—no rolling, sagging, or riding up. Total freedom of movement!

5 inch: Upper thigh coverage

7 inch: Mid-thigh coverage

9 inch: Above-the-knee coverage

Free standard shipping on orders over $50 USD, £50 GBP and $75 AUD before tax.

Orders from the USA, UK and AU/NZ ship duty-free!

Typically, you’ll receive your order about a week and a half after purchase. Lightning fast? No. But we guarantee your slip shorts will be worth the wait.
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Each component of this OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified item has been tested for substances that could harm your health.

50% Sensil® Breeze nylon, 37% nylon, 12% elastane, 1% cotton

Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. It’s almost too easy.

A Base Layer Worth Showing Off

Real-Deal Coverage

Lighter than bike shorts

Wear Under Clothes or Alone

Est. 2014

Anti-Chafing & Sweat Wicking

No Rolling or Riding Up

The Original

Wear When You...

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.

They're both! We’re glad you asked. Think of them as a combination between an old-school slip, a boxer brief and biker shorts: 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.

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Fit: True to Size

Pant Size: L

Size Purchased: M/L

Perfect

These are my favorite. The fit is great and no issues with waist rolling down. Wore these in 80degree California weather with no sweating issues.

Fit: True to Size

Pant Size: L

Size Purchased: L/XL

The original is a perfect fit for dresses. So pleased with my purchase just sorry I waited so long to purchase.

Fit: True to Size

Pant Size: 2XL

Size Purchased: L/XL

Recommend!

Currently wearing these under a dress, they're super comfy! I'm typically an 18-20 (Aus) and bought the L/XL which fit well. I would say that for me the 7" fits better as the 5" does slide up a bit, but not enough that it's not functional. Definitely will be buying more!

Fit: True to Size

Pant Size: M

Size Purchased: S/M

Love it WAY better than the cooling pair

I bought the original 5” and the cooling 7” but I found the original 5” to be MUCH more SUPERIOR than the cooling. The original is way more comfortable. Never made me feel wet, despite mowing the yard in them on a very warm day. And stayed in place. I feel like you can get away with a shorter inseam on the original than the cooling pair and get better coverage/protection. I loved the original so much that I turned around and bought 3 of the Cargos which is the original with a pocket. Amazing! Save yourself the headache and purchase the cargo or the original.

Fit: True to Size

Pant Size: M

Size Purchased: M/L

LOVE these!

I bought a beige pair and a black pair of the Original 7" for a recent trip to MX for a wedding. I am 5'0" and 148 lbs and typically wear size 10 or 12. I used to love wearing dresses but since gaining weight I haven't really worn dresses in years due to the dreaded chub rub. Ugh. I wanted to wear a dress for the wedding and I knew we'd be walking a lot and it would be hot and humid so I needed something. I have various bike shorts that I've worn under dresses before and they're OK but my dresses tend to stick to them and I don't like the small elastic at the top that creates a line in my silhouette. So, I took a chance on these.

When I first got them they looked small and I thought, "no way are these going to fit." OMG... I LOVE them! They are SO comfortable. I was worried that they would be too short and my legs would still rub but nope - they were fine. (At 5'0" they hit about 2" above my knee.) They're soft, stretchy, breathable and not constricting at all on my waist. The waist didn't roll down and the legs didn't roll up. Everything stayed perfectly in place. And my dresses didn't stick to them! I was thrilled and wore them multiple times during our trip. I'm so happy with them and now I'm actually looking for dresses for the summer! Thank you, Thigh Society!

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