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Looking for knickers that don't cut into the thigh!

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fluttERBY123 Wed 07-May-25 12:50:04

I am having a problem getting comfortable knickers. I have large thighs and all the ones I can find have seem to be the sort with elastic round the leg that cuts in. I have three wonderful pairs where the leg end is just as stretchy as the rest of the garment but they are wearing out. Any recommendations? The ones I have are from a little old lady shop with dusty window displays but even they now only have the ones with tight legs. Help!

SparklyGrandma Sat 10-May-25 17:27:46

Sloggi knickers OP. They are so comfortable encompassing everything as well as being on offer sometimes, at John Lewis, Sloggi website.
I usually go one size up. I buy the maxi.
They have special stretchiness and hold up whatever they are holding up.

I am not a Sloggi employee!

Cumbrian123 Sat 10-May-25 17:18:36

Temu- best knickers ever real bargain.

Pandrews Sat 10-May-25 17:10:34

Can't recommend these highly enough from M and S I won't buy anything else now!
www.marksandspencer.com/3pk-flexifit-modal-rich-full-briefs/p/clp60709218?intid=mobile_app_pdp_share

pixietrix Sat 10-May-25 16:18:30

Matalan do a good range. I go up a couple of sizes. Always comfortable and last for ages. Look for the ones with a silky finish around the leg.

JANH Sat 10-May-25 16:15:51

Another vote for Sloggi Maxi, I have been using them for years. Normally get new ones on a Black Friday deal as they are quite expensive.

Barrygirl Sat 10-May-25 16:05:45

Try these ... brilliant tights too! Wouldn't go anywhere else for tights. They do knickers as well for all shapes and sizes - not tried their knickers but may be worth a look: snagtights.com/collections/snag-knickers-bras-bodysuits

NotSpaghetti Sat 10-May-25 15:45:54

Cardashian123

I’ve always used Sloggi briefs. I’ve got chubby thighs and they’ve never cut in and they’re cotton.

If you want cotton I think you need to check the labels as my mother-in-law has sloggi and hers have elastane or similar in them...
Maybe some don't?

westendgirl Sat 10-May-25 15:43:44

I like Anyday from John Lewis or Waitrose and find them very comfortable and they wash well.

MVDavies Sat 10-May-25 15:34:39

I've been buying John Lewis black cotton shorts for a number of years, which I find comfortable.

Mmc123uk Sat 10-May-25 15:20:44

Try Asda ..Georges..very reasonably priced & a range of knicker shapes.. I find their bra's the comfiest too!

Oreo Sat 10-May-25 15:20:28

I like the M&S Flexifit pants, no cutting into the leg at all and super comfortable.
I don’t have large thighs tho, but they do them in large sizes up to size 20 if you need that.

hugaby Sat 10-May-25 15:09:09

Try Sloggi Maxi, these are so comfy to wear

LaceyWings Sat 10-May-25 14:50:23

Perhaps check these out on Conturve. Primarily a shapewear website, burpt here are some no VPL panties which are currently at a good price and in lots of sizes. conturve.com/collections/panties/products/high-waist-seamless-brief-underwear

Cardashian123 Sat 10-May-25 14:39:18

I’ve always used Sloggi briefs. I’ve got chubby thighs and they’ve never cut in and they’re cotton.

Gwan1 Sat 10-May-25 14:27:31

I think the ones you have were known as refectory knickers back in the day!! Super comfortable and lasted for years!!

win Sat 10-May-25 14:21:51

Marmight

Boody bamboo full briefs

www.boody.co.uk/collections/undershorts?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=22400404923&utm_content=&utm_term=&tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=22400404923&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22406915681&gclid=CjwKCAjwiezABhBZEiwAEbTPGMubu_SQlhAoy6XH3akmrOx3k6PA77Kmt6NcWkxCsrQO6Hh5oJIlXxoCrfEQAvD_BwE

Body is great

JamesandJon33 Sat 10-May-25 14:20:38

M&S do very pretty French cut knickers. Wide leg, rather like cami knickers

Grandmotherto8 Sat 10-May-25 14:15:56

Amazon Wirarpa cotton knickers, 4 in a pack for about £23, free p&p. Very comfortable and wash well. Small to 7XL sizing.

Redactrice Sat 10-May-25 14:10:20

I’m amazed that no one seems to have mentioned sloggi Maxi. They’re a bit pricey so I’ve occasionally tried others, but nothing comes close for comfort and a cut that actually covers your buttocks! I find the basic white, black and navy ones more durable than the grey and other colours, but I may be imagining that.

NotSpaghetti Sat 10-May-25 13:54:22

Ot the ones called "high leg" or "hi-leg"? I have a couple that are this shape and since my legs have got a bit fatter 🙄 they are definitely more comfortable.

JaneJudge Sat 10-May-25 13:47:00

snag

GrandmasueUK Sat 10-May-25 13:46:39

I get mine from here
takingshape.com/UK/2-pack-bamboo-everyday-briefs/K60002.6087.html
From Size 10 to 30
They are a bit pricier but the bamboo ones are so comfortable and the leg opening is brilliant. There are different colours and sizes, but this shows the leg opening the best.

mabon1 Sat 10-May-25 13:45:59

ASDA George do a full brief with lace in pacs of white and black it a mixed pack of both - great and good price too.

KKKKATIE Sat 10-May-25 13:42:13

Try ladies boxers, I buy them off the internet.

Hev1959 Sat 10-May-25 13:41:18

I have some from Temu, they are so comfortable