It's hot, and I for one am finding dressing in this heat tricky. While I've been rifling through my wardrobe for summer fits, one thing I need to get buying is summer underwear - namely, anti-chafing shorts.
If you suffer from chafing thighs (which some call 'chub-rub!), either in the heat or generally, a pair of shorts to stop chafing will be your lifesaver. Specifically designed to combat the effects of chafing, and the discomfort that it can cause, the best anti-chafing shorts offer a welcome relief from your thighs touching and causing friction.
- The shorts loved by Amazon shoppers: Amazon Anti Chafing Boy Shorts
- The anti-chafe shorts in seven colours: M&S Anti-Chafe Shorts 2pk
- The super lightweight pair: New Look 80 Denier Anti-Chafing Shorts
- The anti-chafe shorts for runners: Kiprun Women's Running Tight Shorts
Usually made with breathable fabric like mesh, or fabrics designed to remove moisture and pull it away from the body, anti-chafe shorts are longer than normal underwear, obviously to cover the parts of your body that chafe.
Anti-chafing shorts are something of a triple threat. Not only are they anti-rub, but anti-chafe shorts act as shapewear too. Usually with a compression fit, they can smooth and streamline your figure, all while making you feel cooler.
And if you're a keen runner, anti-chafe shorts for running are probably already part of your running kit but if not, there's plenty of pairs for you to save your thighs when on a run this summer.
Many women swear by anti-chafe shorts as a comfier underwear in summer, and we've found plenty of pairs to help you beat the thigh rub.
How I chose the best anti-chafing shorts for women
- Design: From moisture-wick materials to antimicrobial technology, I've picked the anti-chafe shorts with one purpose - to help you feel more comfortable, and your thighs pain-free.
- Reviews: While I haven't tried all of the shorts on in this edit, I've read the reviews meticulously to show you the pairs that aren't only labelled as antig-chafe, but that actually are as specified by real-life shoppers.
- Price: From £7, you'll find anti-chafe shorts to suit all budgets within this listing.
Shop the anti-chafing shorts to stop chub-rub this summer
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Marks & Spencer Anti-Chafe Shorts 2pk
The Details
- No VPL
- Light control
- Cool Comfort Technology
- Seven shades available
This 2-pack of anti-chafe shorts from M&S is one of their current bestsellers. Designed to be flexible, with a wide waistband, they have added stretch and a touch of cotton to not only eliminate chafing, but static too.
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Amazon Anti-Chafing Shorts 3pk
The Details
- Seamless
- Lightweight
- Smooth feel
- Nylon and Spandex mix
- 3pk
- Six colourways available
Head to Amazon for a budget-friendly three pack of anti-chafe shorts, with over 7,500 positive reviews - shoppers can't get enough of them!
Many reviews include glowing reports of them being "super comfortable" and "smoothing" as well as that all important anti-chafing element.
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New Look 80 Denier Anti-Chafing Shorts
The Details
- 80 Denier
- High waist
- Thigh length
- Tight, stretch fabric
Created in an 80 denier tight-like material, these super lightweight anti-chafe shorts are thigh length, and have a high waist for added comfort.
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ASOS DESIGN Anti-Chafing Shorts
The Details
- High-rise
- Bodycon Fit
- Elasticated Waist
- Available in small to large
ASOS has created the ideal, bargain friendly pair of anti-chafe shorts in sizes small to large. With an elasticated waist, they're a comfy fit and the lightweight fabric is ideal for summer, or wearing under dresses and floaty skirts.
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Sloggi Women's Basic+ Long Brief Shorts
The Details
- Soft seams
- Cotton / elastane mix
- Three colours available
Sloggi are renowned in the underwear world and their simple anti-chafe shorts are dubbed comfortable, lightweight and great at stopping chafing by customers.
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MAGISCULPT Ella Lace Black Firm Control Anti Chafing Thighshaper Shorts
The Details
- Firming technology
- Designed to sculpt bum, thighs and hips
- Lace hem
As well as providing relief from thigh rub, these MAGISCULPT shorts are firming wonders, designed to hold in and smooth the legs, bottom and hips.
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Step One Bamboo Body Shorts
The Details
- UtraGlyde friction-resistant inner-leg panels
- Soft viscose fabric from bamboo
- Breathable
These shorts benefit from UtraGlyde friction-resistant inner-leg panels to prevent chafe and leg ride-up, along with a high waistband and are said to feel super soft.
They're made from a bamboo-derived viscose, to make them ultra cooling and anti-sweat.
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Boody Seamfree Undershort 6"
© BoodyThe Details
- Stretchy and soft to touch
- Wide soft hem at waist
- Made from an organically grown bamboo blend
Designed to be a smooth, second-skin fit these anti-chafing shorts have a tighter knit panel at front with a smoothing gentle midsection.
Shoppers say they "work well with dresses" and provide anti-chafing qualities.
