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Reccomendations for Purchasing Undergarments? (lemmy.blahaj.zone)
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Underwear is one of the things that I struggle to use second-hand, and I'm not sure if I intend to change that (lest some nowaste people teach me mystical ways and methods :P) But the fact is that I can only use what I've got currently for so long, and so I turn to you.

I am not looking for specific reccomendations exclusively, and the type of underwear (underpants, brasseries, undershirts) are all welcome for discussion! But I'm hoping to find advice which will help me find something that will last, and to a decent standard (i.e, don't use polyester socks, due to smell).

So please lend your advice for finding Bras, Briefs, Bobbysocks, and Bundershirts!

EDIT: Also advice on what materials are better suited to different climates is also well appreciated! (I tend to leave my posts personal detail agnostic so they can serve as resources for others :))

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[–] LH0ezVT@sh.itjust.works 3 points 23 hours ago (2 children)

I have some concerns with wool and the ability to be washed often. I do like to change my underwear rather often.. How is your experience?

[–] wildbus8979@sh.itjust.works 7 points 23 hours ago (1 children)

I don't rewear my socks. So yeah I wash them a lot. They've held up for years.

[–] LH0ezVT@sh.itjust.works 2 points 15 hours ago

Good to know, thanks. Maybe I need to try those fancy merino underpants...

[–] paperBark@slrpnk.net 5 points 22 hours ago

I wear a pair of darn tough boot socks for about 3 days before they start having any smell at all. Just hang em up when you get home from work and the wool will air out by the next day. If especially bad you can hang them in the bathroom before you shower so they get a light steam too.