The exposed panties made their return to the catwalks and celebrity looks with some interesting changes, such as transparency.
One of the biggest fashion controversies of recent times has become a global trend. This trend is one that most celebrities and influencers insist on using, abusing and even making it more creative than it already is. This is the case of exposed panties, appearing on the streets around the world, on all body types. This trend was already very successful in the 2000s, starting out more timidly, with a strap slightly above the waistband of the pants or a G-string displayed on dresses with a super low back. Now, however, the fashion is for the piece to be in full evidence.
In this sense, the exposed panties do not just function as an extra detail, but rather as a highlight of the look. This is the case of looks like the one worn by Rihanna at the MET 2021 after party, with a basic black t-shirt and transparent pants and visible panties, which was the real charm. Lately, celebrities have been making waves with their transparent and extremely creative productions, giving their clothes a very sensual look.
In this sense, this type of look, which won over many with celebrities such as Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera modeling their compositions in 2000, is back due to Y2K fashion. However, the difference is that exposed panties are no longer just on standard bodies. Now, women with different profiles enchant with their bold and cool looks. Whatever the case, the truth is that the trend is more than real, and has been present more than once at events such as fashion week in Paris, London and New York.
The exposed panties trend revamped
Just this week, a photo of Marina Ruy Barbosa took off on social media after her latest editorial campaign. In it, the actress appeared in low-rise jeans, as well as visible underwear. Fashion in recent times has been revamped in many ways, but the fashion for showing panties, this time, has brought good changes. This is the case with the exaltation of bodies outside the common aesthetic standard. For example, at the Versace fashion show, a plus size model walked with her hips on display at Paris Fashion Week and won over many people.
According to activist Juliana “Baddie” Santana, during the 2000s, fashion culture was used to celebrating skeletal bodies. In this sense, the exposed panties appeared to make this even more highlighted. “I have trauma from some fashion elements from that time,” she said. “I feel bad every time I see low-rise jeans.”
For Juliana, in the past there was a lack of references for overweight women to also be inspired. Today, however, celebrities like Lizzo and Letticia Munniz make a point of showing off their own compositions with underwear on display. Therefore, for Letticia, fashion should be a mechanism of expression, and not an instrument of demand for women. She comments: “You don’t have to wear anything just to prove to others that you’ve joined the trend, that you’ve accepted yourself and that other people’s opinions don’t matter.”
Ways to wear panties on display
According to fashion consultant Luke Hauckmann, there are several ways to embrace fashion. It is possible to be inspired by the 2000s, for example, using low-waisted pieces, but there is also a revamped version. It works with high-waisted pants that simulate the cutout and leave the pelvic area exposed. Likewise, you can opt for tops that show the belly, and consequently, the area where the panties appear. But more subtle shapes with baby looks are also very fashionable.
For the consultant, the trend of showing panties was combined with the trend towards the return of extremely sexy looks in the post-pandemic period. After all, after two years of social isolation, many people are opting for more provocative looks, and the style is the perfect way to go bold. Whatever the case, Luke emphasizes that the essential thing is to feel comfortable in what he wears.
Celebrities who bet on the trend
The exposed panties were present at the spring-summer 2022 fashion shows at London, Paris and New York Fashion Week. This is the case with brands like Rejina Pyo and Khaite. Likewise, celebrities are increasingly focusing on their look for events, as was the case with names like Zoe Kravitz, Kendall Jenner and Irina Shayk at this year’s MET Gala. Furthermore, days before, at the 2021 VMAs, Megan Fox had already shocked and delighted many with her completely transparent midi-strap Mugler dress.
Productions with this detail are often made with an extremely stylish metallic mesh, a trademark of designer Natalia Fedner. Natalia is one of the favorites of names like Kylie Jenner, Amelia Gray Hamlin and rapper Megan Thee Stallion, who recently opted for an incredible transparent look in this style. Dua Lipa, Kourtney Kardashian and Normani have also made it clear that transparency with exposed panties is here to stay.
