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This article was co-authored by Melissa Young. Melissa Young is a Freelance Fashion Stylist based in Atlanta, Georgia. With over 10 years of professional experience, Melissa's objective is to elevate people's confidence and comfort through the power of fashion. Her professional background is in commercial styling and she has extensive experience in styling for editorial, television, and film. She has styled for brands including Diageo Crown Royal, Hilton Hotels, IHG Hotels, and Getty Images, and has been featured in several publications, including PUMP Magazine, Moevir Magazine, and Upscale Magazine. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of South Carolina. There are 9 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 3,226,445 times.

Thongs are great if you want to avoid panty lines or wear something more comfortable. Finding the right thong to wear is all about choosing the fabric and style that's best for your occasion. Don't worry if wearing a thong is a little uncomfortable at first — over time, you'll get used to wearing them!

How to Put on Thong Panties

Wear Thong Underwear Summary

Put on a thong similarly to how you would put on regular underwear. Step into each leg hole and pull the thong up. Tug the back until the string is between your cheeks. Then, adjust the front to make sure you’re covered up.

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Understanding Thongs

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  1. Step 1 Know about the different types of thongs. 1 Know about the different types of thongs. If you’re new to the thong world, you’ve likely been exposed to various thong vernacular, but have no clue what it means. There are three general styles of thong: the traditional, the g-string, and the tanga/samba.
    • The traditional thong will have full coverage in the front and likely has a wide waist-band, but narrows to a strip of fabric 1-inch wide or narrower that is slid between the buttocks.[1]
    • A g-string is a thong that has a very narrow waistband, typically a strip of elastic ¼-inch or narrower. The ‘thong’ part of the g-string is also very thin, so the only fabric is pretty much a small triangle in the front.
    • A tanga/samba thong is like a regular pair of panties crossed with a traditional thong. They typically have fabric that covers the upper half of the bum, leaving the bottom of your buttocks exposed (preventing a panty line). The rest of the underwear will vary depending on style, but typically has a thick waistband and lots of coverage.
  2. Step 2 Understand what wearing a thong feels like. 2 Understand what wearing a thong feels like. One of the many concerns by non-thong wearers is - isn’t it uncomfortable? Although the idea of fabric being slid up your butt sounds mostly like a bad wedgie, most thong-wearers agree that the initial discomfort is overcome almost immediately. Thongs are often considered one of the most comfortable styles of panties, especially g-strings, because there is so little fabric to become bunched up, loose, saggy, or uncomfortable in any way.
    • Keep in mind that thongs aren’t comfortable for everyone, and they may take some getting used to.[2]
    • If at first you don’t love the feeling of your thong, don’t give up right away. It is a typical experience for first-time thong-wearers to dislike the feeling first, but after a few days of wearing thongs, you'll fall in love with them.[3]
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  3. Step 3 Try thongs made from different fabrics. 3 Try thongs made from different fabrics. Not all thongs are made alike. Just like regular panties, there are a plethora of fabrics, colors, and patterns to choose from. When it comes to thongs, it is generally recommended that you look for thongs made of cotton, as these are the most breathable. However, lace, silk, and satin are all common options. Lace thongs work well for minimizing a ‘muffin-top’ over the elastic, as the lace is very stretchy and forgiving in appearance. Silk and satin thongs are typically reserved lingerie-type use, but are certainly an option for those days you want to feel sexier than usual.
    • G-strings have the highest likelihood of giving you a ‘muffin-top’, because the elastic is so thin and likely to dig into your hips.
    • If you wear a lace thong, keep in mind that the texture of the fabric may show through your tight bottoms, therefore countering the point of wearing a thong (to hide your underwear).
  4. Step 4 Wear a thong when you want to avoid a panty line. 4 Wear a thong when you want to avoid a panty line. Thongs are typically worn for the purpose of avoiding a panty line in tight pants, dresses, or skirts.[4] The problem with most underwear is that no matter how thin the material, you can almost always see the outline of the hem through tight bottoms. A thong remedies this situation, as pants are rarely so tight in the front that you see the front outline, but in the back the hem is safely tucked away by your bum.
    • If you’ve never worn a thong before, try starting out with the tanga/samba style. This will hide your panty line without giving you the ‘wedgie’ feeling some people complain about.
    • High-waisted thongs help prevent the appearance of panty lines on the hips, which is helpful when wearing a tight dress.
  5. Step 5 Make sure your thong doesn’t rise above your belt line. 5 Make sure your thong doesn’t rise above your belt line. Sit down, bend over, squat, and do other similar movements in front of a mirror to test whether or not your thong becomes visible. If ‘whale tail’ is a recurring problem, you might need to try a different size or model, avoid low-rise jeans, wear a belt, or simply cover that area with a long shirt. Even so, it’s good to be prepared for making quick adjustment while you’re in public. As you sit down, subtly reach around to the back of your belt line and check if your thong is sticking out. If it’s exposed, quickly tuck it back in pull your shirt down to cover the area.
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  1. Step 1 Change your thong on a daily basis. 1 Change your thong on a daily basis. One of the problems that sometimes occurs with wearing thongs, is that they may spread bacteria faster than regular underwear, which can cause infections. Because the thong is touching both the anus and the vulva, bacteria can travel much easier between the two, especially when your thong shifts in position throughout the day. This isn’t a problem for most women, but if you experience yeast or bacterial infections frequently, you may need to switch thongs more often.[5]
    • Choosing a thong a size larger than what you normally wear may improve both the comfort and the sanitary experience of your thong.[6]
    • Cotton thongs will prevent bacterial spread better than other types of fabric, so if you’re afraid of infection, try going for thin cotton.
  2. Step 2 Avoid wearing thongs every day. 2 Avoid wearing thongs every day. For the same reason that you should change your thong on a regular basis, you should avoid wearing your thong every day. Bacteria can easily travel up the fabric of the thong, which means wearing one every day can make you more prone to infections. Try wearing thongs only during the day or times when they are a needed fashion piece. Wear full-coverage panties at night, when you work out, and when you are wearing heavy jeans or other bottoms which won’t show your panty line.
  3. Step 3 Avoid wearing thongs when you’re sick. 3 Avoid wearing thongs when you’re sick. If you’ve decided thongs are your go-to underwear for daily wear, don’t toss out all your other panties just yet![7] When you’re sick, typically with diarrhea or food poisoning, you won’t want to be wearing a thong. This can spread germs and fecal matter (definitely not cool), and be a bit more uncomfortable when your nether-regions are feeling sensitive. You may want to avoid thongs on your period as well, as the blood and discharge will spread easier on a thong than in bikini bottoms.
    • Although nobody likes to consider it an option, a thong won’t provide much protection should a leak occur.
  4. Step 4 Prevent spreading germs in a thong by wiping the right way. 4 Prevent spreading germs in a thong by wiping the right way. It’s true, no one likes to talk about their bathroom wiping rituals. But if you’re wearing a thong, you can actually greatly increase your chance of a bacterial infection by wiping the wrong way! Wipe your bum from the front to the back; this will push any bacteria or fecal matter away from your vulva, where it could become infected. Some people prefer wiping with a damp wipe rather than dry toilet paper, but this isn’t required. Most importantly - make sure you’re clean! You’ll probably be uncomfortable if you don’t clean yourself well enough and then put on a thong.[8]
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  • Question Any tips for men who wear panties? Thongs are my favorite, but what other styles do you recommend? Community Answer Community Answer Cheekies are also a good option because they can provide more support for the genitalia but have a similar feel/look to a thong. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 67 Helpful 252
  • Question How many days in a row can I wear the same thong? Community Answer Community Answer You should change your thong every day. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 61 Helpful 180
  • Question What are the advantages of wearing a thong? Community Answer Community Answer Panty lines are kept to a minimum, and some people think that thongs are more comfortable because there is less fabric. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 45 Helpful 222
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  • Thongs are better to wear with tight dresses or pants because they leave no panty lines. Butts with "panty-line-itis" are often seen as frumpy (though there are exceptions).[9] Thanks Helpful 2 Not Helpful 0
  • Thong panty liners are available from larger supermarkets, drug stores/ pharmacies and online. It's even possible to buy black ones for discreet wear with black or dark colored thong underwear. Thanks Helpful 9 Not Helpful 0
  • Don't buy super tight thongs, because they might be very uncomfortable in the bum and genital area. Thanks Helpful 8 Not Helpful 0
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Warnings

  • Avoid thongs if you're prone to hemorrhoids. Thanks Helpful 509 Not Helpful 179
  • Be aware that thongs can cost a lot of money. Thanks Helpful 397 Not Helpful 658
  • Thongs can cause urinary tract infections because the string transports bacteria. If you are prone to UTIs or other infections, avoid thongs.[10] Thanks Helpful 1 Not Helpful 0
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References

  1. ↑ Melissa Young. Freelance Fashion Stylist. Expert Interview
  2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEEX1raBYa4
  3. ↑ https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/reasons-to-wear-a-thong-everyday/
  4. ↑ Cassandra Sethi. Personal Stylist & Image Consultant. Expert Interview
  5. ↑ http://www.redbookmag.com/health-wellness/advice/gyno-questions-yl-3
  6. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEEX1raBYa4
  7. ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/news/a41974/are-thongs-unhygienic-facts-doctor/
  8. ↑ https://goaskalice.columbia.edu/answered-questions/bum-wiping-techniques-and-thong-hygiene
  9. ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/health-fitness/a39728/13-times-you-should-never-wear-a-thong/
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  1. ↑ https://www.medicaldaily.com/are-thongs-bad-your-health-why-sexy-underwear-may-put-you-risk-infection-260121

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Melissa Young Co-authored by: Melissa Young Freelance Fashion Stylist This article was co-authored by Melissa Young. Melissa Young is a Freelance Fashion Stylist based in Atlanta, Georgia. With over 10 years of professional experience, Melissa's objective is to elevate people's confidence and comfort through the power of fashion. Her professional background is in commercial styling and she has extensive experience in styling for editorial, television, and film. She has styled for brands including Diageo Crown Royal, Hilton Hotels, IHG Hotels, and Getty Images, and has been featured in several publications, including PUMP Magazine, Moevir Magazine, and Upscale Magazine. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of South Carolina. This article has been viewed 3,226,445 times. 3 votes - 73% Co-authors: 100 Updated: November 13, 2025 Views: 3,226,445 Categories: Undergarments In other languages Spanish Portuguese Italian German French Chinese Russian Czech Indonesian Dutch Vietnamese Arabic Korean Japanese
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