The best period pants, tried and tested for comfort, style and absorbency
They’re better for the planet than single-use tampons and pads – but which period pants are actually worth the money? We tested more than 30 reusable pairs to find out
‘The last thing you want is sweaty feet’: the best moisture-wicking underwear, socks and base layers
Running coaches, mountain guides and personal trainers tell us the sweat-wicking kit they swear by, from bamboo running socks to hiking tops
Skin is in: as sales of thong bikinis rise, is body confidence also growing?
A Sydney council’s ban on ‘inappropriate’ swimwear stirs a wider debate over complex feelings about women’s bottoms
M&S sells knickers designed to be worn with stoma, in UK high street first
Idea was initially mooted by employee of retailer, which worked with Colostomy UK to gain expert insight
The best bras for every situation: stylish, comfortable, hard-working
Whether it’s to wear for a special occasion, provide support during sport or contact when breastfeeding, the right bra can be hard to find – here are some that are tried and tested
The death of the bra: will the great lingerie liberation of lockdown last?
Working from home has been a chance to do away with uncomfortable, unnecessary underwear. And many women have no intention of returning to underwires and constriction
The pros and cons of going braless
Emer O’Toole: Scientific research on the effect on bras on the sagging of boobs backs up the old feminist call for women to ditch the harness
Celebrity etiquette
Showing off a visible bra is a rather transparent bid for attention ...