Find Your Panty Size

Wearing the right pair of panties can certainly make your day, or shall we say wearing the wrong pair of panties can make your day really bad. If your underwear are falling down or giving you the proverbial "wedgie" it can be the most distracting part of your day. The good news is that all of this can be avoided, by fitting yourself with correctly sized underwear!

There is no perfect science to fitting underpants, there are so many things to factor into finding the perfect fit. The information provided below will hopefully help you to find out what size will be best for you. (Underwear sizes vary depending on name brand and type so this information is not going to give you the best fit every time it is only a guide.)

             Fitting Your Underwear

             Grab a tape measure cause you'll need it!

Finding your panty size is fairly easy.

Measure your waist

Wrap the tape measure snugly, but without cinching, around the natural indentation or break at your waist. If you can’t find this curve, bend to the side and the crease will show you where to measure. This is your waist measurement. Write it down, you’ll need it in a moment.

Measure your hips

Wrap the tape measure around the fullest part of your hips. Use the mirror to make sure the tape measure is straight completely around. The tape measure should be snug and parallel to the floor. Write this down as well.

Example: If your waist measured 28, and your hips measured 37, your panty size will be either Medium or Size 6. See the chart below to help you figure your panty size...

Fitting Points: Here are the must haves for your next pair of panties...*Comfortably fitting crotch

The crotch of your panties should fit comfortably against your body. The fabric should not bunch up in the front or the back, and should definitely not be too tight. If your panty has a front horizontal crotch seam, it should be visible from the front and not slip backwards. If it does, check to see that your panty isn't on backwards.

*Waistband is snug but not too tight

If your waistband bunches up or rolls, you have the wrong size, try a size smaller. You will know when you have the right size because your band will stay in place and will be comfortable.

*Legs are snug but not too tight

Panty legs should not be so tight that they make marks along your thighs. Leg openings should be arched evenly on both legs and the fabric should not be twisted or bunched. If you are still having trouble with tight legs, try a panty with a high cut leg style such as French cut.

*Buttocks is cupped

Assuming you are not wearing a thong, the proper fit around the buttocks is balanced, symmetrical, covered and cupped. If not, you need a bigger size. Also, if some of your current panties are riding up, the elastic is probably shot and they need to be replaced.