Brace Yourselves: Granny Panties Are the Next Big Underwear Trend
As we've shared in the past, we're always on top of the latest trends to hit the lingerie market. Recently that's included strappy underwear styles and barely there sheer pieces, so with that in mind, the next big underwear trend to emerge may take you by surprise. Ready or not, high-waisted underwear—jokingly referred to as "granny panties"—is suddenly everywhere we look and all over our favorite shopping sites like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Need Supply.
No, this is not a drill. We know that the underwear style had a bad rap in the past for not being the chicest of all underwear styles (sorry!). But that said, this new wave of high-waisted briefs are some of the most stylish we've ever seen. Think about it—if comfort is your top priority when it comes to what's in your undergarments drawer, then it really doesn't get any better than "granny panties." With all the pretty embroidery, delicate lace, and luxurious satin options to choose from, there are so many stylish picks that might convince you to try the style out for yourself. Shop our edit below.
Available in sizes S to L.
Available in sizes XS to L.
Available in sizes XS to L.
If I haven't yet convinced you to reconsider "granny panties," then maybe these underwear trends will appeal to you.
Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.