Wearing shorts is an absolute must for staying cool in the summer, but sometimes, if they don’t fit well, you can experience rubbing, chafing and bunching. This can lead to rashes, jock itch and, perhaps most embarrassingly, frontal wedgie picking. Also, if you like to wear them underneath clothing, they can add to the heat even if they’re providing coverage. Thankfully, we found shapewear slip shorts that several happy reviewers call the perfect solution for staying “so cool and comfy.” Excellent for workouts, under dresses, shorts, skirts, pants and even your wedding day (!), you can get a three-pack of these cooling slip shorts for under $20. Basically, that’s three for the price of a regular pair of shorts! (Bonus: It’s even a little cheaper with a Prime membership.)
If you’ve ever worn shapewear, you know how uncomfortably tight things can get. Well luckily, reviewers say this brand doesn’t squeeze you breathless.
These slip shorts are made with spandex and nylon for a durable and stretchy amount of compression to squeeze your thighs, butt and hips, but they’re still comfy enough to provide a breathable feel under your bottoms. One reviewer says they’re “snug without being too tight or restrictive,” while another assures that they’re still tight enough to “keep the jiggles in check.”
Their seamless design means you won’t feel them on — one reviewer actually says “it’s like having a second skin” — and grabbing them in white, nude, brown and black gives some variety to blend in with your daily outfits.
These slip shorts come in women’s sizes S to 3XL, though take note that users are mixed about the sizing. Some reviewers say they sized up for a better fit, but several also say they could’ve ordered their regular size without having to worry about too much compression or rolling.
Stop the chafing, rubbing and summertime suffering and grab a pack of these thigh-saving compression shorts. And if you need an extra push, just read on for more convincing.
“These are ultra comfortable! I wore these under sundresseses all day while on vacation at Disney World - location here matters because these stayed perfectly comfortable throughout hours of walking! These never once rolled up at the legs or down at the waist. Weather was hot and these were cool and super comfortable. Mild compression - enough to feel like there’s some slimming and control, but not too tight or constricting at all. These are really fantastic. I plan to order more. ALSO: Even with under dress shorts for lots of walking I put on anti-chafe balm on my legs at the base of the shorts. Did that while wearing these and it didn’t affect them at all - still no rolling or issues. Yay! SIZING: I wear Medium in leggings, dresses, and most pants. I have these in Medium and they fit perfectly. For reference I’m 5’4” tall, size Medium in most all clothing, about 175#, and carry my weight in my hips and backside.” — Musicbookfan
“Bought these to wear under a dress to a summer wedding. I wasn’t sure how the A/C would be, plus I have small children who sometimes like to play in mommy’s skirt. I sized up after reading other reviews but I don’t think it was necessary. I’d say order your regular size if you want snug or body shaping in any way, but the size up fit great, didn’t roll, didn’t make me sweat, and kept the thighs comfy. I was going to knock them one star for the lack of support but that’s not really their fault since I sized up. Way cheaper than the name brands and worth every penny!” — Jenn Wolf
“I wore these on my hot August wedding. They kept me comfortable all day, catching my sweat and keeping my thighs from chafing. I weigh 180 and the large fit great. They’re stretchy and buttery soft so my maid of honor borrowed the nude pair and they fit her (she’s about 40 lbs heavier than me). I now wear these under all my dresses. No more chaffing or worrying about your butt showing!” — Kelsey Collins
“Wearing these is like wearing nothing at all. It’s like having a second skin. No rolling waistband. The legs don’t ride up when I walk or sit down. Hardly notice I am wearing them at all. Light weight fabric with silky smooth texture. Recommending to all my friends.” — fisherr
“These are ultra comfortable! I wore these under sundresseses all day while on vacation at Disney World - location here matters because these stayed perfectly comfortable throughout hours of walking! These never once rolled up at the legs or down at the waist. Weather was hot and these were cool and super comfortable. Mild compression - enough to feel like there’s some slimming and control, but not too tight or constricting at all. These are really fantastic. I plan to order more.
ALSO: Even with under dress shorts for lots of walking I put on anti-chafe balm on my legs at the base of the shorts. Did that while wearing these and it didn’t affect them at all - still no rolling or issues. Yay!
SIZING: I wear Medium in leggings, dresses, and most pants. I have these in Medium and they fit perfectly.
For reference I’m 5’4” tall, size Medium in most all clothing, about 175#, and carry my weight in my hips and backside.” — Musicbookfan
“These are my holy grail! I am 5′ 5”, 200lbs, pear shaped (larger bum and thighs, smaller waist), size 14/16/XL for refernce. I have a bunch of slip shorts from all the trendy brands and these are the only ones that both STAY PUT AND don’t overheat. I ordered a 2XL, so I sized up one from my usual XL. I probably could have done the XL if I didn’t have thicker thighs, but I find that going up helps prevent rolling and uncomfortable seam lines after wearing all day. These hit me at midthigh which is perfecct under just about any dress or even a loose pant. Highly recommend if you have thick thighs and/or struggle with rolling at the leg or waist - none of that nonsense with these.” — E
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