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The Original

$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.

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Color

Black

Black
Beige
Sandstone
Raisin
Mocha
Sage
Charcoal
Lapis

Length

Versatile and practical

Coverage: Opaque

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

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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.

Customer Reviews

Based on 4386 reviews
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Lilia
Fit: Runs Large
Pant Size: 2XL
Size Purchased: XL/2XL

These shorts are thigh skin rescuers. Things that I disliked based on my personal preferences:
1) shorts run big and loose, so go a size smaller
2) material is thicker than I anticipated
3) material is stretchier than you’d imagine
4) if you run hot, reconsider this specific purchase- consider the cooling option

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diana espino
Fit: Runs Large
Pant Size: L
Size Purchased: L/XL
Too big I placed a new order smaller size

Looked material

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Jamie S
Fit: True to size ➖➖
Pant Size: XL
Size Purchased: L/XL
Really good shorts

These shorts fit really well and are nicely opaque. The only reason I’m giving them 4* instead of 5* is that the material isn’t the best, it’s not soft and in fact could almost be called almost coarse. I’m obsessed with their cooling shorts but not sure I’d buy these again.

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Daria
Fit: True to Size
Pant Size: 3XL
Size Purchased: 3XL/4XL
Good fit but fades after first wash

I got mine a while back (in May). I wanted to write a review after wearing the shorts for some time, which I don’t often. First of all: very lovely shorts; fits perfectly, and they are comfortable if you got an hourglass body shape, thick thighs and everything. No roll ups or anything like that. Underwear edges do show slightly, but the shorts are not see-through, so that’s good!

However… mine faded after the first wash. Instead of black, they are now dark grey, which you can tell when you put them next to other black clothing (see picture). I really wanted the shorts to match my black skirt to create a seamless look, plus with other black clothing. So if you are looking to get shorts to match something color-wise? Beware of fading. Otherwise: good shorts!

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Helen Orr
Fit: True to size ➖➖
Pant Size: XL
Size Purchased: XL/2XL
Fabulous!

This garment is the answer to a decades long search. Finally sweat control! They do not roll at the leg or waist. The waist band does slide down to my natural waist but doesn't cause a problem. The material is so soft. Washes and dries well and goes back to shape. I feel better put together when wearing dresses. I have recommended to friends already.

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