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Are granny pants
THE TIMES
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AUSTRALIA
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Are granny pants
the new sexy?
the new sexy?
Written by Tahnee-Jae Lopez-Vito
Photo: telegraph.co.uk
photo: telegraph.co.uk diferent weights of fabric and print. back support researchers claim is a
It s a bold and creative reinvention bonus. But what makes this high-
of an old classic. But are under- waist controversy work are the two
pants as pants just another chronic must have accessories for every
Sure, it may look like youve
thing you want to compromise
case of saggy bottom cutofs, where outft, confdence and comfort.
forgotten to put pants on this
during that very crampy time
the sag rarely falls from the actual Granny pants have earned a stand-
morning. You may even be
of the month. Fans of retro style
shorts? Should granny pants stay an ing reputation as something of un-
accused of living out your
intimates can indulge in both style
underappreciated fx to bulges that expected femininity and sensuality.
childhood dreams of becoming the
seep from the confnes of strategi- Why? Because they make women
and function with granny pants
next Wonder Woman or Superman
cally worn jeans and drape over one feel fearless in their own skin. So,
now being made to ft more snugly
or two busting buttons and just as if you feel comfortable and conf-
at an inappropriately later stage in
and in more breathable materials
an open zip? dent, youll be able to make a great
your life.
including lace, sheer mesh and
Granny pants aren t new. Its appeal personal statement with a similarly
But granny panties are back, and
satin. Designs are also seamless
has wavered between horrifyingly fantastic bold statement outft.
not just to be hidden as under
and hide any visible lines. Cue
socially unacceptable and undeni- But are you willing to break out in
garments either.
ably sexy. Sure, it is amazing how your best high-waist super shorts
classic Ned Flanders quote, It feels
a single material is able to fatter and make granny pants sexy this
like Im wearing nothing at all.
Whether they deny it or not, most
any woman and create a perfectly season?
smooth contoured hourglass fg-
women own a trusty pair of granny
ure. Yes, the apparent improved Share your thoughts with us! Photo: thecultureconcept.com
But Spring 2014 collections by
panties. Theyre admittedly great
to use as body shapers and for Burberry, Prorsum and Fendi have
revealed another reason to bring
all-round comfort. These high- Written by Tahnee-Jae Lopez-Vito
waist briefs even make amazing back this love-hate trend. It seems
substitutes for non-laundry days, granny pants make surprisingly
photo: thecultureconcept.com and days when comfort is the last wearable outerwear.
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Are granny pants
THE TIMES
®
AUSTRALIA
Independent Media Inspiring Minds
Are granny pants
the new sexy?
the new sexy?
Written by Tahnee-Jae Lopez-Vito
Photo: telegraph.co.uk
photo: telegraph.co.uk diferent weights of fabric and print. back support researchers claim is a
It s a bold and creative reinvention bonus. But what makes this high-
of an old classic. But are under- waist controversy work are the two
pants as pants just another chronic must have accessories for every
Sure, it may look like youve
thing you want to compromise
case of saggy bottom cutofs, where outft, confdence and comfort.
forgotten to put pants on this
during that very crampy time
the sag rarely falls from the actual Granny pants have earned a stand-
morning. You may even be
of the month. Fans of retro style
shorts? Should granny pants stay an ing reputation as something of un-
accused of living out your
intimates can indulge in both style
underappreciated fx to bulges that expected femininity and sensuality.
childhood dreams of becoming the
seep from the confnes of strategi- Why? Because they make women
and function with granny pants
next Wonder Woman or Superman
cally worn jeans and drape over one feel fearless in their own skin. So,
now being made to ft more snugly
or two busting buttons and just as if you feel comfortable and conf-
at an inappropriately later stage in
and in more breathable materials
an open zip? dent, youll be able to make a great
your life.
including lace, sheer mesh and
Granny pants aren t new. Its appeal personal statement with a similarly
But granny panties are back, and
satin. Designs are also seamless
has wavered between horrifyingly fantastic bold statement outft.
not just to be hidden as under
and hide any visible lines. Cue
socially unacceptable and undeni- But are you willing to break out in
garments either.
ably sexy. Sure, it is amazing how your best high-waist super shorts
classic Ned Flanders quote, It feels
a single material is able to fatter and make granny pants sexy this
like Im wearing nothing at all.
Whether they deny it or not, most
any woman and create a perfectly season?
smooth contoured hourglass fg-
women own a trusty pair of granny
ure. Yes, the apparent improved Share your thoughts with us! Photo: thecultureconcept.com
But Spring 2014 collections by
panties. Theyre admittedly great
to use as body shapers and for Burberry, Prorsum and Fendi have
revealed another reason to bring
all-round comfort. These high- Written by Tahnee-Jae Lopez-Vito
waist briefs even make amazing back this love-hate trend. It seems
substitutes for non-laundry days, granny pants make surprisingly
photo: thecultureconcept.com and days when comfort is the last wearable outerwear.
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