The Best Cotton Underwear for People Who Care About Comfort

Sizes: XXS–XXL | Colors: 1 | Style: High-rise cheeky, high cut

Shopping writer Chinea Rodriguez says she loves how “stretchy and soft these are.” They never feel too tight, and they don’t give you a wedgie (always a bonus). “Even though they’re high-waisted, they have a high cut on the thigh and are a little cheeky so they’re really flattering,” she adds.

Sizes: S–XL | Colors: 2 | Style: Mid-rise bikini, full coverage

Fashion writer Danya Issawi recommends Hanky Panky’s cotton underwear for maximum comfort and durability. Designed not to ride up, this pair has a medium-rise fit and full coverage in the back.

Sizes: XXS–XXL | Colors: 1 | Style: Mid-rise thong

If you want to elevate your underwear drawer with pretty pieces featuring intricate, feminine details, look no further than Cou Cou Intimates. The sustainable brand’s cotton thong, finished with picot trim and a dainty bow, is a favorite of senior shopping editor Bianca Nieves.

Sizes: XS–XXL | Colors: 3 | Style: Mid-rise cheeky, high cut

A favorite of Cut Shop contributor Morgan Evans, Negative’s cotton briefs have a high cut that creates the illusion of longer legs and a high-waist fit for comfortable support.

Sizes: XXS–XXL | Colors: 1 | Style: Low-rise thong

Aerie has been one of my go-to brands for underwear since middle school. Its affordable, no-frills cotton thongs and briefs never disappoint. This one has a concealed elastic waistband and breathable material.

Sizes: XS–6XL | Colors: 36 | Style: Mid-rise bikini brief, full coverage

Don’t sleep on Amazon’s in-house brand, Amazon Essentials. It offers wardrobe basics (like this six-pack of cotton bikini briefs) that are affordable and surprisingly high-quality.

Sizes: XXS–4XL | Colors: 8 | Style: High-rise cheeky, high cut

We’re Skims enthusiasts when it comes to our underwear. You’ll feel so damn good in this breathable cotton thong. It’s stretchy, flattering, and buttery soft.

Sizes: XS–3XL | Colors: 7 | Style: Low-rise cheeky, high cut

This pair features a unique curved high cut to flatter the hips and thighs. It’s cheeky but still provides much more coverage than a thong.

Sizes: XS–3XL | Colors: 5 | Style: Mid-rise cheeky, high cut

Not quite a thong but not quite a bikini cut, this pair features “barely there” coverage and a mid-rise fit. It stays in place all day. Plus, it’s available in sizes XS to 3XL.

Sizes: S–3XL | Colors: 12 | Style: Mid-rise bikini, full coverage

Available in 12 colors, this pair offers the comfort of 100 percent cotton and the sexiness of lace trim. Reviewers say it’s so flattering and soft enough to sleep in.