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Narrow gusset in knickers

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Bramblewitch Wed 29-May-24 08:57:57

I've always bought M&S knickers but lately am finding the gussets far too narrow. Can anyone recommend decent knickers that have decent coverage but don't look like "granny" knickers. I'm a size 8-10 but I don't want thongs. I want proper coverage to bend down gardening in without constantly pulling them from where they've ridden up.

PinkCosmos Mon 20-Jan-25 08:59:23

I buy mine from Bon Marche. Pack of 3 for £10 - I think

Primrose53 Mon 20-Jan-25 09:00:28

pinkwallpaper

I am struggling as my normal M and S midi knickers are no longer sold, they say their shorts have replaced them. They are not the same and do not fit me.

I have complained to M and S many times about this! Midi pants were great and now we have shorts which are not the same and a useless replacement.

One assistant I complained to said she would report my complaint but she wished she had a pound for every similar complaint. She said she has personally taken hundreds of complaints.

Fairislecable Mon 20-Jan-25 09:07:02

I always wear Sloggi. They are made from cotton and there is nothing skimpy about how they are made.

I buy them online direct usually when there is an offer on and they last for years.

madeleine45 Mon 20-Jan-25 09:34:49

Oh I have enjoyed reading this lot and agree with all the comments but have had such a laugh at Merlotgran s comment and have a wonderful picture of Maggie smith as the countess grantham saying
"period pants? What are period pants?" in the same tone as she said " A weekend? What is a Weekend?" I shall be smiling as I look at various pants in the shop with that image in my mind!!

Lathyrus3 Mon 20-Jan-25 09:39:04

Fairislecable

I always wear Sloggi. They are made from cotton and there is nothing skimpy about how they are made.

I buy them online direct usually when there is an offer on and they last for years.

I’m with Sloggi too. I love that there’s no irritating side seams.

They do seem pricey but they do last and last. Excellent price per wear😁

mum2three Mon 20-Jan-25 09:39:42

I'm so glad someone has raised this problem as I find most knickers too narrow to cover my essentials.
The most comfortable knickers I have at the moment cost me just £1 a pair! Hard to believe but they were in one of those corner shops selling everything you can think of.
My only problem was that the shop is owned by Asian men and it was a bit embarrassing going to the check out with a pile of ladies knickers.

keepingquiet Mon 20-Jan-25 09:44:14

Why? They aren't embarrassed to sell them!

Glad Sloggis are still going- I used to love them.

Don't have a problem with my gussets lol!

Just came here because this is another old thread- but I suppose the new comments are just as relevant...

DanniRae Mon 20-Jan-25 09:56:40

I'm sorry to be contrary but I find some knickers have a gusset (can't think of another word!) that is too wide and this is uncomfortable too.
If a panty liner is too wide you can fold under each side of the pad to make it narrower.
I find M&S period pants a bit uncomfortable (gussetwise....if there is such a word?) But I love the idea of not having to wear panty liners.

Oldbat1 Mon 20-Jan-25 09:58:31

Sloggi every time!

MissAdventure Mon 20-Jan-25 10:04:31

I've got some marvellous drawers.
Not much to look at, but so sturdy and sensible. smile

I made a thread asking for recommendations, then followed my instinct.

Whiff Mon 20-Jan-25 10:10:24

Gusset isn't just used for knickers but bags have gusset. My dad called knickers bum bags so perhaps they is a comparison.

I have always wore M&S knickers and find the knickers fit perfect size 16. It's their tights I have to size up in so wear XXL.

MissAdventure Mon 20-Jan-25 10:12:55

I think I've seen a gusset mentioned on a dress making pattern, or something.

No idea how, as I've never made anything, let alone a dress!

NotSpaghetti Mon 20-Jan-25 10:19:25

gussetwise. DanniRae

grin

Grannycool52 Mon 20-Jan-25 10:28:53

If you are someone who shops online, the German company Schiesser does top quality underwear and nightwear that lasts for ages.
I gave up on M&S due to issues of quality, finish and skimping and find Schiesser super.

Boz Mon 20-Jan-25 10:53:36

merlotgran

The last time I was in M&S I found myself standing in front of a sign advertising Period Pants.

My mind wandered off to Downton Abbey and even Jane Austen before the penny dropped!

Brilliant!
Apparently, you bleed straight onto the gusset with period pants. Can't see them catching on; too risky.

Whiff Mon 20-Jan-25 11:48:09

Period pants had enough problems when there was Dr Whites and the sanitary belt. It was a relief when Always came on the market bulky but at least absorb. Glad I had a hysterectomy at 38.

MissAdventure Mon 20-Jan-25 11:59:59

Where would you keep worn period or incontinence knickers, before you've got a wash load of them?

Or do you hand wash them?

No, that doesn't appeal to me at all.

Oreo Mon 20-Jan-25 12:06:00

MissAdventure

I really dislike the word gusset. blush

Especially a moist one😖

MissAdventure Mon 20-Jan-25 12:07:27

🤢
Now then, no need for that. smile

Oreo Mon 20-Jan-25 12:07:45

Boz

merlotgran

The last time I was in M&S I found myself standing in front of a sign advertising Period Pants.

My mind wandered off to Downton Abbey and even Jane Austen before the penny dropped!

Brilliant!
Apparently, you bleed straight onto the gusset with period pants. Can't see them catching on; too risky.

The kinds of periods I had it would have looked like a crime scene😲

Oreo Mon 20-Jan-25 12:08:30

MissAdventure

🤢
Now then, no need for that. smile

Sorry, couldn’t resist🥴

Oreo Mon 20-Jan-25 12:10:13

It’s true enough tho, the M&S ones do have very narrow gussets.
Did I say gusset again? 🤭

MissAdventure Mon 20-Jan-25 12:10:51

I'll gusset you in a minute! grin

Oreo Mon 20-Jan-25 12:15:52

Am off to fix some lunch so will scarper from your wrath😜

Boz Mon 20-Jan-25 12:17:13

I once saw a pair of knickers for £80 in a Bond Street store; I believe they had a hand-sewn gusset.