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. 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.
Keep in mind that thongs aren’t comfortable for everyone, and they may take some getting used to. [1] X Research source 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. [2] X Research source
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).
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.
Choosing a thong a size larger than what you normally wear may improve both the comfort and the sanitary experience of your thong. [4] X Research source Cotton thongs will prevent bacterial spread better than other types of fabric, so if you’re afraid of infection, try going for thin cotton.
Although nobody likes to consider it an option, a thong won’t provide much protection should a leak occur.
