Miiyu
Satin And Embroidered Petals Thong Polyester And Recycled Polyester
This women's thong from Miiyu by Simons features a satin front panel and embroidered mesh waistband with a 100% cotton gusset. Constructed from 97% polyester/3% spandex satin and 92% recycled polyester/8% spandex mesh, it has an elastic waistband and low-rise V-front silhouette. Reviewers report it fits true to size.
- Material
- Polyester, Recycled Polyester, 100% Cotton Gusset
- Gender
- female
- Style
- romantic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Color
Size
Specifications
Satin and embroidered mesh thong with cotton gusset.
Satin fabric, embroidered mesh, elastic waistband, cotton gusset.
- Material
- Polyester, Recycled Polyester, 100% Cotton Gusset
- Secondary
- recycled-polyester, cotton
- Style
- romantic
- Occasion
- romantic, date-night
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Additional Attributes
- exclusive design by Miiyu
- satin polyester blend
- embroidered mesh with floral petals
- 100% cotton gusset
- elastic waistband
- matching bras sold separately
Product Insights
Miiyu's thong balances delicate beauty with sustainable construction, featuring a satin front panel and embroidered petals made from a 92% post-consumer recycled polyester mesh that matches virgin strength while feeling softer and resisting pilling. The main tradeoff is care: hand wash in cold water with pH-neutral soap and lay flat to dry to protect the dimensional petals and slow color fading. Fit is another consideration—the mesh back stretches with 8% spandex, but embroidery reduces stretch for a snugger fit across the rear, and the satin's minimal stretch makes sizing down too tight; sizing up is recommended for comfort. The opaque satin contrasts with the semi-sheer mesh, with the Sand colorway reducing outline detection but potentially showing through thin fabrics. The cotton gusset wicks moisture, the mesh back stays cooler, and the smooth interior avoids scratchiness, all while minimizing visible lines.
- Washing
Hand washing in cold water with pH-neutral detergent prevents damage to embroidered petals.
Why this is supported
Machine wash agitation can cause snagging and unraveling of embroidered petals.
agitation is responsible for the majority of embroidery damage in machine-washed garments — specifically thread snagging, partial unraveling at design borders, and loss of stitch density in high-motion areas.
textiletuts.comHand washing in cold water with a pH-neutral detergent eliminates this agitation risk entirely.
Hand washing in cold water with a pH-neutral detergent is the safest method and eliminates all agitation risk entirely.
textiletuts.comThe recycled polyester mesh also resists pilling, so gentle hand washing does not degrade the fabric surface.
Recycled polyester is less prone to pilling or fading.
ystarunderwear.com- Drying
Tumble drying permanently flattens dimensional petal embroidery; lay flat to dry.
Why this is supported
Tumble drying flattens the dimensional petal embroidery permanently.
These elements rely on their three-dimensional structure for visual impact, and the combination of heat and tumbling flattens them permanently in a single drying cycle.
textiletuts.comAdditionally, the spandex content degrades with heat, so no-heat drying also maintains waistband elasticity.
- Color fading
Hand washing with pH-neutral soap in cold water slows fading of the Sand satin panel.
Why this is supported
The Sand satin panel may fade over time with washing.
Potential fading of color over time with exposure and washing
friendtex.comHand washing with pH-neutral soap in cold water slows this fading process.
- Recycled content
Embroidered mesh is 92% post-consumer recycled PET, meeting the Vision threshold.
Why this is supported
The embroidered mesh uses 92% recycled polyester from post-consumer PET bottles, qualifying it for Simons' Vision program which requires over half of a garment's material weight to use reduced-impact materials. The bottles are processed through an industrial upcycling loop:
The bottles are melted and turned into pellets, which are then spun into yarn.
ystarunderwear.comThis process reduces resource consumption compared to virgin polyester:
every recycling 1 ton of recycled products, can reduce 6 tons of oil consumption, reduce 3.2 tons of carbon dioxide emissions, equivalent to 200 trees 1 year to absorb the amount of carbon dioxide.
ystarunderwear.com92% recycled polyester from plastic bottles with just 8% spandex
Recycled polyester and the Vision program — 92_post_consumer_recycled_polyester_contentis as strong and durable as virgin polyester, but it is also softer and more comfortable.
ystarunderwear.com- Fabric performance
Recycled polyester mesh matches virgin strength, feels softer, resists pilling, and stretches with 8% spandex.
Why this is supported
The recycled polyester fibres in the embroidered mesh are as strong as virgin polyester but also softer and less prone to pilling. As the source notes:
Recycled polyester is as strong and durable as virgin polyester, but it is also softer and more comfortable.
ystarunderwear.comThe addition of 8% spandex gives the mesh the stretch and recovery needed to match conventional stretch-mesh fabrics, ensuring comfort and fit without compromise.
- Sizing
Runs true to size; satin's minimal stretch makes sizing down too tight.
Why this is supported
The brand states that this thong runs true to size based on its size chart, and a Q&A response explains that the satin fabric has minimal stretch, so sizing down will result in a too-tight fit. As one response puts it:
The satin fabric has minimal stretch, but the elastic waistband provides some flexibility.
Does this thong run true to size? Is there stretch in the satin fabric?The brand's official advice is, "This thong runs true to size based on our size chart." Together, these confirm that the front panel does not stretch, the waistband adds flexibility, and sizing down is not advisable.
- Back stretch
Mesh back stretches and recovers due to 8% spandex, though embroidery creates a snugger fit.
Why this is supported
The mesh back panel contains 8% spandex, providing substantially greater elasticity and recovery than the satin front. However, dense embroidery on the mesh reduces lateral stretch in those areas, making the fit snugger across the rear. A source notes that stretch is
Reduced where embroidery is dense
lingeriemuseum.comcompared to an identical cut without embroidery.
- Breathability
Cotton gusset wicks moisture; mesh back stays cooler than satin front.
Why this is supported
The cotton gusset is 100% cotton,
pulling moisture and allowing airflow where the surrounding synthetics would trap heat
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — 100_cotton_gusset, while the mesh back panel, with 8% spandex, contrasts with the satin front:
the result is a thong that stays noticeably cooler in back during wear
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — mesh_breathability_vs_satin.
- Fabric feel
Embroidered petals feel smooth inside, avoiding scratchiness.
Why this is supported
The embroidery is raised on the outside but
skin contact is smooth rather than textured
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — embroidery_surface_texture, and the recycled polyester mesh is softer and less prone to pilling than virgin polyester. The satin front has a
low-friction, snag-free hand that naturally lies flat against the skin
Panty line profile with the embroidered design — satin_panels.
- Fit and stretch
Mesh back stretches more than satin front; embroidered areas fit snugly across the rear.
Why this is supported
The satin front contains only 3% spandex,
the satin front offers a smooth, barely-there yield that drapes rather than stretches
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — 97_polyester_3_spandex_satin_front, while the mesh back panel has 8% spandex:
The mesh panel’s nearly triple the spandex content injects the recovery and movement-accommodating stretch the satin front lacks
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — 92_recycled_polyester_8_spandex_embroidered_mesh_back. However, the dense embroidery limits the mesh's lateral stretch, so
the thong can fit more snugly across the rear than a plain-mesh style of the identical cut, even when the size is correct
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — embroidery_density_vs_stretch.
- Satin coverage
Satin front panel is opaque across all color options.
Why this is supported
The merchant confirms that
The satin portions are opaque
Is the satin fabric opaque, especially in lighter color options like Sand?, and this holds for all color options.
- Mesh sheerness
Mesh sheerness creates a contrast with satin that is strongest in light shades like Sand and weakest in dark.
Why this is supported
The Q&A confirms that
embroidered mesh sections are semi-sheer. In lighter colors like Sand, the satin remains opaque but the mesh areas may be more noticeable.
Is the satin fabric opaque, especially in lighter color options like Sand?This indicates that the contrast between opaque satin and semi-sheer mesh is most apparent in light colors, and logically, least apparent in dark.
- Sand colorway design
Sand colorway's beige tone reduces contrast with skin, hiding mesh outlines.
Why this is supported
A design analysis states that
The Sand hue — a warm, beige-toned neutral — is engineered to work with a broad spectrum of skin tones to reduce contrast, meaning any faint outline from the elastic waistband or embroidery is far less detectable
Panty line profile with the embroidered design — sand_colorway- Color concealment
Sand colorway reduces outline detection but mesh areas may show through thin fabrics.
Why this is supported
any faint outline from the elastic waistband or embroidery is far less detectable
Panty line profile with the embroidered design — sand_colorwayIn lighter colors like Sand, the satin remains opaque but the mesh areas may be more noticeable.
Is the satin fabric opaque, especially in lighter color options like Sand?- Fabric smoothness
Flat satin and smooth interior mesh minimize visible line imprinting.
Why this is supported
this reduces the sharp edge signature that woven or heavily textured fabrics can imprint under thin knits
Panty line profile with the embroidered design — satin_panelsthe interior face remains the flat mesh grid — so skin contact is smooth rather than textured
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — embroidery_surface_texture- Care
Hand wash in cold water and lay flat to dry to protect the embroidery.
Why this is supported
hand washing in cool water eliminates the mechanical friction that causes fraying and keeps the petals crisp and intact wash after wash.
Longevity with hand washing — embroidered_petal_snagging_riskagitation is responsible for the majority of embroidery damage in machine-washed garments — specifically thread snagging, partial unraveling at design borders, and loss of stitch density in high-motion areas.
textiletuts.comheat and tumbling flattens them permanently in a single drying cycle
textiletuts.com. The satin base itself is machine-washable, so the care requirement is solely for the embroidery.
- Fit and comfort
The dense embroidery reduces the mesh's stretch, causing a snug fit; consider sizing up.
Why this is supported
The stitched petals create raised, dimensional motifs on the outside, but the interior face remains the flat mesh grid
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — embroidery_surface_textureDense petal embroidery areas lose some lateral stretch because stitched thread physically restricts the mesh grid
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — embroidery_density_vs_stretchThe mesh panel’s nearly triple the spandex content injects the recovery and movement-accommodating stretch the satin front lacks
How the satin and mesh feel against skin — 92_recycled_polyester_8_spandex_embroidered_mesh_backMesh embroidered lingerie is soft, comfortable, and breathable, also stretchy
blog.cosabella.com. Buyers may find the fit snug and should consider sizing up.
- Opacity
Semi-sheer mesh contrasts with opaque satin; in light colors, the embroidery is less detectable.
Why this is supported
The satin portions are opaque, while the embroidered mesh sections are semi-sheer.
Is the satin fabric opaque, especially in lighter color options like Sand?any faint outline from the elastic waistband or embroidery is far less detectable than it would be in a bold or dark color
Panty line profile with the embroidered design — sand_colorway.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a model wearing a two-piece lingerie set composed of a sheer embroidered underwire bra and a matching thong with a solid front panel and embroidered mesh waistband.
- Bra cup constructionSheer molded underwire cups made from navy embroidered mesh with visible vertical and horizontal seam lines and floral petal embroidery covering the cup surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.24 (high) - Bra straps and hardwareNarrow navy fabric shoulder straps with a small round gold metal ring attaching the right strap to the cup; left strap partly cropped by image edge.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.06 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.18 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Underbust band detailNarrow underbust band in matching navy with a scalloped embroidered lower edge visible beneath the cups.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.30 · w 0.68 · h 0.06 (high) - Thong overall shapeLow-rise thong with a V-shaped front waistline; sides and upper front made from the same sheer embroidered mesh as the bra, leading to a solid fabric triangular front panel.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.76 · h 0.34 (high) - Thong solid front panelSmooth, opaque navy satin-like triangular center front panel contrasting with the sheer embroidered waistband.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.66 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high) - Embroidery motifLarge petal and leaf floral embroidery in a slightly raised thread on the mesh, arranged horizontally across the bra cups and thong waistband.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.50 (high) - Visible seams and topstitchingNarrow topstitching along the bra cup rims and along the thong waist edge visible as slightly darker stitched lines.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.76 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a torso-on model against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and no visible packaging or props.
- Shot compositionCropped mid-thigh to above-head portrait focusing on the torso; model angled slightly to the left with arms behind the back and head turned downward.
- Background and lightingUniform off-white or very pale beige background with soft, diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows and even skin tone rendering.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution clear image with fine detail visible in embroidery and fabric textures; no significant motion blur or noise.
Colors
deep navy· embroidered mesh (bra cups and thong waistband)navy satin· solid front thong panel#1D2233warm gold· strap hardware ring#E6B291- Bra cup constructionSheer molded underwire cups made from navy embroidered mesh with visible vertical and horizontal seam lines and floral petal embroidery covering the cup surface.
- 02
Product
Front view close-up of a dark navy thong shown on a model: a satin solid front triangular panel with a sheer embroidered mesh waistband featuring large petal motifs and narrow elasticized side bands.
- Front satin panelCentral triangular front panel in a smooth, slightly shiny satin fabric that covers the lower abdomen and tapers to a narrow crotch seam.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.60 · w 0.42 · h 0.34 (high) - Sheer embroidered waistbandUpper band formed from a sheer mesh fabric with dense embroidered petal and leaf motifs in the same dark navy color, forming a decorative V-shape above the satin panel.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.47 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high) - Narrow side bandsSides are narrow elasticized bands covered in the same sheer embroidered mesh, connecting front panel to rear (rear not visible).
2 regions
x 0.72 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.52 · w 0.14 · h 0.24 (medium) - Embroidered motif detailEmbroidery shows outlined petal shapes with denser stitched borders and lighter internal stitching creating a layered petal pattern across the mesh.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.48 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high) - Seam and edge stitchingVisible stitched seam where the satin panel meets the embroidered mesh waistband and neat topstitching along the leg openings.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.66 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Matching bra visibleUpper edge of a matching dark navy underwire bra with similar sheer embroidered mesh and scalloped lower edge is partially visible at the top of the frame.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped to show the model's torso and upper thighs; even soft lighting and neutral background; no packaging or textual labels visible.
- Shot compositionCropped vertical studio shot centered on the model's lower torso from just below the bra to the upper thighs, showing the garment on the body.
- Background and lightingSmooth neutral pale background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows, producing natural skin tones and subtle highlights on satin.
- Model presenceModel's abdomen, hips, and partial arms are visible; hands and lower legs are cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear texture detail in mesh and embroidery; no visible text or labels on image.
Colors
dark navy· satin front panel#242539dark navy· embroidered mesh waistband and side bands#232433- Front satin panelCentral triangular front panel in a smooth, slightly shiny satin fabric that covers the lower abdomen and tapers to a narrow crotch seam.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a model wearing a sheer navy bra with adjustable straps and hook-and-eye closure, paired with a matching sheer navy thong seen from the back.
- Bra back bandHorizontal semi-sheer navy fabric band across the upper back with vertical seam panels and an elastic hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Bra closureCenter back hook-and-eye closure with a short rectangular fastening panel showing two columns of hooks and eyes.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.32 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Bra strapsNarrow adjustable navy shoulder straps with metal rectangular sliders and metal rings attaching to the band.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high) - Thong rearLow-rise semi-sheer navy thong with narrow elastic trim along the waistband and leg openings, forming a narrow T-shaped rear panel.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.62 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high) - Material appearanceSheer, slightly translucent mesh fabric used for both bra band and thong, with matte elastic trim.
Other
Studio rear-shot of a model against a plain light background, even soft lighting, minimal shadows, image cropped at shoulders and upper thighs.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from the rear with head turned slightly to the right, left arm hanging down and right hand near hip.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Background and lightingEven, soft neutral off-white background with diffuse studio lighting and soft shadows along the body's contours.
- Image cropImage cropped to show the model from the upper back/shoulders down to the upper thighs; lower legs and head top are outside frame.
Colors
dark navy· bra band, straps and thong fabric#242333- Bra back bandHorizontal semi-sheer navy fabric band across the upper back with vertical seam panels and an elastic hem.
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Gorgeous Set
I purchased this set in navy and it is stunning. Wish it came in other colours, like dark green or red!