7 Reasons Seamless Underwear Should Be Your Go-To From Now On

We rarely stop to give a second thought to our underwear. Admittedly, we all have that ultra-sexy lingerie set (or sets) to up the wow factor in our dating life when it feels stale, but we mostly keep a bunch of everyday panties handy for regular daily wear. However, as little attention as we pay to them, underwear truly is our unsung hero. If you've ever tried poor-quality underwear, then you know how real the struggle with poor support, discomfort, saggy fit, and itchiness is. So, even if it's for our eyes only, good quality underwear is paramount and crucial for our vaginal health (as any ultimate guide to women's underwear will tell you.)

According to HealthNews, wearing underwear that does not fit well may result in infections such as urinary tract and yeast infections. On the flip side, Forbes says that too-tight underwear will increase friction and result in more in-grown hairs. Additionally, poor quality underwear is usually made from cheaper materials such as nylon, polyester, and spandex, which harm vaginal health and can cause itchiness and irritation of the sensitive area.

Given its connection to our health, underwear should receive the attention it deserves and be considered on par with every other piece of clothing in our closets (or drawers). Seamless underwear — made from fabric that is cut without fraying, hence requiring no seams — seems to be the buzzword these days, and not without good reason. In fact, there are seven reasons why seamless underwear should be your go-to from now on.

A 2017 survey (via Statista) asked 1,029 participants aged 19 to 69 to rate how important the comfort factor is when choosing underwear. Unsurprisingly, a whopping 85% of respondents considered comfort "Very Important," 13% considered it to be "Rather Important," only 1% considered it to be "Rather Unimportant," and another mere 1% rated the comfort factor as "Not Important At All."

The results simply put down in numbers what we already know: When choosing underwear, comfort ranks high. This is because we spend all our days (and nights) wearing underwear, and we want them to be comfortable more than we want them to be stylish. While we can put up with a stunning, albeit highly inconvenient dress for a few hours during an outing with our friends, we can barely tolerate uncomfortable underwear for the entire day — let alone at night when we hit the bed and shut down.

In fact, since underwear comes in direct contact with our skin, innovation in the intimate apparel industry targets the creation of fibers that highlight comfort (especially thermal comfort) more than styling. Rough materials, scruffy edges, unbreathable fabric, tight leg openings, and itchy seams: Can you imagine having to tolerate this much discomfort for hours on end? So, when the time comes to weigh the pros and cons of wearing traditional underwear versus seamless ones, the scale will tip in favor of the most comfortable. Yes, that's right. Seamless all the way. 

Choosing the best workout outfit is not an easy task: You want clothes that are comfortable, light on the skin, allow flexibility of movement, and are made from breathable fabric that won't stick on your body at the first sign of sweat droplets. Well, the same principles go for our fitness underwear — because, let's face it, the undies you wear during your workout matter. 

When we exercise, we want our underwear to provide the support needed without being excessively tight on the skin. While cotton underwear would appear to fit the comfort criteria, you should keep in mind that cotton absorbs moisture like a sponge, which is a big no when it comes to your vaginal health (since bacteria and yeast particularly love moist, warm places like a sweaty pelvic region in cotton underwear). 

Luckily, seamless underwear — made from micromodal fabric — wicks moisture and is super comfortable to wear. In fact, these underwear are so soft and comfortable that they become a great option whenever you hit the gym. They provide tight support in the pelvic region allowing your body to move freely during exercise without any restrictions. Their fabric feels light and supple on the skin and is non-slip, so you don't have to worry about them moving around during rigorous fitness programs or yoga flows.

The specialized manufacturing process required to create micromodal and microfiber products increases the cost of seamless underwear. In a nutshell, the micromodal fabric is derived from cellulose extracted from hardwood trees through a complex chemical process. Here's the nitty gritty from Sewport: The cellulose sheets are immersed in caustic soda, broken into crumbs, and transformed into sodium cellulose xanthate. This solution is then forced through a spinneret with very small holes, resulting in fine fibers that are soaked in sulfuric acid, stretched, and transformed into yarn ready for weaving. 

However, given the fabric's very nature, underwear made from micromodal and microfiber is quite durable. Being resistant to wrinkling and shrinking, they retain their shape and can be washed and worn numerous times without becoming loose. They are also less susceptible to "pilling" — those firm lint balls that form on the surface of fabric materials such as cotton. Consequently, the undergarment's increased durability outweighs its price tag and makes them a long-lasting, valuable purchase.

Furthermore, as seamless underwear has become increasingly popular in mainstream fashion and a preferred choice for intimate apparel, it is now available in a wide range of price points. From affordable options to higher-end selections, there is a seamless underwear option to suit various budgets and preferences.