Wacoal
Understated High-Waist Classic Hipster Supima® Cotton
This women's high-waist hipster brief from Wacoal is crafted from stretch SUPIMA cotton jersey, offering a smooth matte finish. It features a sewn elastic waistband and finished leg openings, with a seamless front panel and a curved rear seam for full coverage. Suitable for everyday wear, the brief sits high on the waist, providing a comfortable fit.
- Material
- Stretch Supima cotton jersey
- Gender
- female
- Style
- classic, high-rise, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Color
Specifications
Comfortable high-waist hipster panty made from stretch Supima cotton jersey with elastic waistband.
Stretch Supima cotton jersey, elastic waistband, high waist.
- Material
- Stretch Supima cotton jersey
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- classic, high-rise, minimal
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Additional Attributes
- Stretch Supima cotton jersey fabric
- Elastic waistband for secure fit
- High-waist design
- Classic hipster cut
- Understated styling
- Soft and comfortable feel
Product Insights
The Understated High-Waist Classic Hipster uses genuine Supima cotton—less than 1% of global output—with extra-long fibers for exceptional durability: it stays smooth and pill-free for over 50 washes (ISO grade 4), retains color intensity through 30+ cycles (rated 4.5–5), and is twice as strong as standard cotton while wicking moisture 50% faster. A 16% spandex blend and pre-shrunk fabric keep fit stable within 2–3% after 50 washes. The ultra-thin covered waistband and leg elastics lie flat, preventing digging or rolling and minimizing pantylines under high-waist clothing. It runs true to size, coordinates with matching tanks and chemises, and can be machine washed warm and hung dry as a safe alternative to hand washing—delivering a secure, no-show fit that balances premium performance with everyday practicality.
Verified claims
- Authenticity
- Genuine licensed Supima cotton, less than 1% of global output, with matching styles.
- Fabric smoothness
- Supima cotton with extra-long fibers stays smooth and pill-free for over 50 washes.
- Pilling resistance
- Stays smooth and pill-free through 50+ washes with an ISO pilling grade of 4.
- Color fastness
- ISO wash-fastness rating of 4.5–5; deep shades hold at grade 4–4.5 through 30+ wash cycles.
- Durability
- Good as new after machine washing, fit stable within 2–3% over 50 washes.
- Fabric strength
- Twice the strength of standard cotton, preventing tears at stress points.
- Breathability
- Moves moisture away 50% faster than standard cotton.
- Color retention
- Black colorway stays dark through 30+ washes.
- Shape retention
- Pre-shrunk Supima jersey retains shape within 2–3% after 50 wash cycles at 40°C.
- Stay-put
- Encased elastic waistband grips without sliding down and holds gently rather than constricting.
- Design contrast
- Uses covered ultra-thin waistband vs raw edges on Beyond Naked line.
- Pantylines prevention
- Ultra-thin covered elastics lie flat and stay in place, preventing visible lines under high-waist clothing.
- Sizing consistency
- Runs true to size; existing customers can order their usual Wacoal size.
- Fit
- Ultra-thin waistband and leg elastic lie flat for a secure, no-show fit.
- Collection layering
- Coordinates with matching tank and chemise for coordinated layering.
- Material
- 84% Supima cotton, 16% spandex maintains rich black color through 30+ washes.
- Construction
- Ultra-thin covered elastic waistband and leg bands lie flat for a secure classic feel.
- Performance
- Supima cotton resists pilling, retains color, wicks moisture, and maintains shape better than standard cotton.
- Care
- Machine washing on warm and hang drying leaves the panty good as new, according to multiple owners of the Understated Cotton collection.
- Cotton gusset
- The crotch has a separate cotton gusset lining for hygiene.
- Covered elastic
- Waistband and leg elastics are covered, lying smooth against the skin.
- High waist
- The brief has a high-waist silhouette that sits at the natural waist.
- Softness
- The Supima jersey has a uniformly smooth surface that feels soft against skin all day.
Product record
- Title
- Understated High-Waist Classic Hipster Supima® Cotton
- Brand
- Wacoal
- Price
- 22 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 15 sourcesUses
Everyday high-waist coverage that lies flat under clothes
A high-waist classic hipster for everyday wear, cut with full rear coverage and a smooth, matte Supima® cotton jersey that lays flat against the body. Its ultra-thin waistband and leg elastic are designed to lie flat and stay in place for a seamless finish, and the merchant listing describes the fabric as very comfortable. Hand washing is recommended, with machine drying not permitted.[1,2,3,4,5]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Understated High-Waist Classic Hipster Supima® Cotton: Choose this if you want a high-waist, full-coverage hipster in soft stretch cotton — it is made of 84% Supima® cotton and 16% spandex, with an ultra-thin waistband and leg elastic that lie flat against the body, a curved rear seam for full rear coverage, and no visible center front seam. Note that one product description strongly recommends hand washing and excludes machine drying, and the documented size offering is small.[1,2,3,4,5] | Lace And Embroidered Flowers Classic Brief Nylon: Choose this if you want a high-cut classic brief that sits high on the hip, with stretch nylon-blend lace featuring embroidered floral details, a thin elastic waistband, and a 100% cotton gusset. It's a good match if you like sheer, semi-transparent fabric with full seat coverage, and it comes in Black or Lilacs in sizes Small to X-Large, with a matching bra sold separately. Note that the fabric is single-layer and see-through, so it suits those comfortable with a sheer look.[6,7,8] | B-Smooth High-Waist Classic Brief: Choose this if you want a seamless high-waist brief whose wide elasticized waistband sits above the navel, giving full front and rear coverage with high-cut leg openings and a matte microfibre finish that reviewers report looks smooth on the torso under clothing. The nylon and elastane body has a cotton-blend gusset, and Wacoal describes the B-Smooth line as designed for 24/7 comfort; a matching bra is sold separately. Note that sizing runs toward a close fit for some wearers — one reviewer sized down from medium to small for a snug hold, and another reports the small fits like a Japanese medium.[9,10,11,12,13,14,15] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Rear view of a black high-waist hipster brief on a model; visible features include a smooth matte fabric body, sewn elastic waistband, and piped leg openings with a curved rear seam creating full rear coverage.
- Overall silhouetteRear-facing high-waist hipster brief on a model, covering the whole rear with a rounded lower edge and rising to a waistband just above the hips.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.32 · w 0.82 · h 0.57 (high) - WaistbandVisible single-layer sewn elastic waistband with a narrow topstitched seam running around the waist; sits flat against the skin.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.31 · w 0.68 · h 0.06 (high) - Fabric surfaceSmooth, matte-knit fabric with no visible pattern or texture variations across the brief's back panel.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.64 · h 0.46 (high) - Leg opening finishCurved leg openings finished with a narrow folded hem and visible topstitching that follows the curved lower edge of the brief.
1 region
x 0.11 · y 0.72 · w 0.78 · h 0.16 (high) - Center rear seam detailSubtle center rear seam or shaping at the bottom center where the two rear panels meet, producing a slight V-shape at the lower edge.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.75 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (medium) - Visible adjacent garmentLower edge of a black bra or bralette visible at the top of the frame above the waistband; textured pattern on that garment is visible.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.03 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio rear product shot on a live model against a neutral beige background with soft, even lighting; image cropped to show torso and upper thighs.
- Background and lightingSolid light beige background with soft, even studio lighting producing minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered rear view crop from mid-back to upper thighs; model arms are at sides but mostly cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, in-focus image with natural color rendering and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
black· brief fabric#1A1613- Overall silhouetteRear-facing high-waist hipster brief on a model, covering the whole rear with a rounded lower edge and rising to a waistband just above the hips.
- 02
Product
Front view of a high-rise hipster brief on a model showing waistband, leg openings, and smooth knit fabric with visible topstitching at seams.
- Overall silhouetteHigh-rise hipster brief fitted on the model covering from just below the navel to the upper thighs with a smooth uninterrupted front panel.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.76 · h 0.45 (high) - WaistbandApproximately 1 inch wide elasticized waistband with a flat top edge and a visible single line of topstitching along the lower edge.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.34 · w 0.72 · h 0.07 (high) - Leg openings and hemsCurved leg openings finished with narrow folded hem and visible topstitching that follows the curve at the thigh.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.69 · w 0.35 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.69 · w 0.34 · h 0.16 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth knit fabric consistent with cotton; surface shows no visible pattern or sheen and lays flat against the body.
- Center front seam detailNo visible center front seam; front panel appears seamless except for edge topstitching at waistband and leg openings.
Other
Studio portrait cropped from mid-chest to mid-thigh on a neutral beige background; soft even lighting with mild shadows at body contours.
- View and framingCropped front-on view of a model from mid-torso to upper thighs, centered horizontally.
- Background and surfacePlain neutral beige background with even tone and no visible props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Model presenceModel's torso, hands at sides, and upper thighs visible; skin tone and navel visible above the waistband.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.05 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused studio lighting with gentle shadows under the waistband and along inner thighs indicating directional light from above.
Colors
black· brief fabric#120E0B- Overall silhouetteHigh-rise hipster brief fitted on the model covering from just below the navel to the upper thighs with a smooth uninterrupted front panel.
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4486477 | Understated High-Waist Classic Hipster Supima® Cotton - Black - Small | CA$22.00 | Yes |
| 4486478 | Understated High-Waist Classic Hipster Supima® Cotton - Black - Medium | CA$22.00 | Yes |
| 4486479 | Understated High-Waist Classic Hipster Supima® Cotton - Black - Large | CA$22.00 | Yes |
| 4486480 | Understated High-Waist Classic Hipster Supima® Cotton - Black - X-Large | CA$22.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
Supina cotton panties
Great comfy fit.
Beau tissu
Correct. un peu mince.