topic Re: Pant Slips in Fashion

Pant Slips

ALRATIBA — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:18:37 GMT

Last week I came across a box with several pairs of pant slips. Before I retired (almost 11 years ago), I wore them under unlined pants - and for some reason when I got rid of my "corporate wardrobe" - I put the liners away.

Anyway - I have been having an issue with lightweight knit and woven fabric pants - I just ddn't like how they hung and moved when I walked, and "stuck" to me if I was sitting any length of time. I wore those Jockey long leg briefs - but that only took care of the "sticking" issue, and you could see a line of demarcation with the light fabrics.

I always wore white footless dancer tights under white pants - but they are like stockings and don't last long - so I saved them exclusively for white pants.

Resolution - i started wearing the pant slips under all my summer pants and all my problems are solved.

Advantage - One thing I noticed is that all the pants (knit and woven) maintain their shape after wearing over the slip. And, of course - no sticking.

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Kachina624 — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:22:38 GMT

@ALRATIBA Okay for NYC but I'd roast in those things in my climate. I can't even wear knit pants because they're too hot.

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santorini — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:23:21 GMT

Interesting. I wonder if those pant slips are still available for purchase today.

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Icegoddess — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:30:42 GMT

Never heard of a pants slip, but I could use a couple of slips for wearing under skirts and they're few and far between.

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On It — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:33:03 GMT

@santorini wrote:
Interesting. I wonder if those pant slips are still available for purchase today.

One of my summer pant liners I purchased years ago was made by Cuddl Duds. They have changed their products so much that I do not know if they still make them. I also purchased their winter insulated style liners. It is odd to see them on QVC knowing from whence they came.

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ALRATIBA — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:42:32 GMT

@santorini

Yes - both at Vermont Country Store and at Amazon. I just ordered a couple of black pairs from Amazon.

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@santorini wrote:
Interesting. I wonder if those pant slips are still available for purchase today.

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ALRATIBA — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:44:05 GMT

@Icegoddess

JCP has slips, Vermont Country Store has them, and Amazon also has them.

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Meowingkitty — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:45:48 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
@ALRATIBA Okay for NYC but I'd roast in those things in my climate. I can't even wear knit pants because they're too hot.

I can't even think about wearing pants until November. 117 degrees is not pant wearing season.

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Mom2Dogs — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:55:48 GMT

I remember pant liners! I wore them years ago...I wonder if they are still available to purchase?

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ALRATIBA — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 18:01:33 GMT

@Mom2Dogs

Yes - Vermont Country Store and Amazon.

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@Mom2Dogs wrote:
I remember pant liners! I wore them years ago...I wonder if they are still available to purchase?

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BirkiLady — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 18:11:23 GMT

Love pant liners (aka pant slips). Even better are lined slacks, which I still purchase from Pendleton for each season. Even though I haven't worked in over 20 years I still enjoy a classic appearance.

Great post!

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Tinkrbl44 — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 18:14:07 GMT

Funny this came up ... I was asked the other day if anyone, for any reason, wears slips anymore. You sure don't see them advertised!

The last time I wore a "slip" it was about 30 years ago in a much colder climate and they were Petti-pants! Anyone remember those?

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ALRATIBA — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 18:16:12 GMT

@Kachina624

I can understand that ... here in NYC - it is airconditioned everywhere - even public transit.

And - on the street - just choose the shady side!

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@Kachina624 wrote:
@ALRATIBA Okay for NYC but I'd roast in those things in my climate. I can't even wear knit pants because they're too hot.

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ALRATIBA — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 18:28:27 GMT

@Tinkrbl44

You can still buy them from Amazon! I have several pairs that I used to wear under gauchos and culottes.

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kate2357 — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 18:51:31 GMT

I wear full slips, half slips and pant liners when I'm getting "dressed up". Makes a huge difference in how clothing hangs on your body and it makes for a smoother look from the back.

In Seattle we rarely have really hot days ... although it looks like we will be very hot the next few days and I will hide in the shade and indoors. Living in a temperate climate makes it easy to wear the same items (except the color) for 10 or so months of the year.

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NYCLatinaMe — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 20:58:24 GMT

I will guess @ALRATIBA you are very thin to tolerate that extra layer. I do wear slips with unlined dresses, and I know that is rare these days, but I would not wear pant liners! I am guessing nylon would be involved, I guess possibly if they replace panties, and it's a cool day with loose pants that ride up the leg or something, but I just don't wear pants like that.... I have worn spanx and other pant like panties, but not with pants. Too hot!

When I first moved to the states I went to college in Massachusetts and it was cold. I did wear long johns a couple of times, but I would rather wear a long coat. Just don't like the extra layer on my legs.

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MildredM — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 21:42:13 GMT

Available from Shopnational dot com in three colors. They have the shorter culotte and roomier pettipants also.

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SunValley — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:41:19 GMT

I searched for pettipants on Amazon and bought white and black ones of different lengths to replace slips. I did this about 4 years ago but I recently checked and they're available. The style you can trim to length (there are two trim points) give you three length options, and the shorter ones would be perfect for shorts. I'd roast in them with shorts but can handle them for skirts. If a bit of wind catches your skirt they don't blow up to your waist like a slip can.

eta: You can search for Culotte slip also.

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ROMARY — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 22:18:40 GMT

Mildred M: Yes! Pettipants!

Nice and loose. Very comfortable, airy.

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cosmic1 — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 22:25:53 GMT

I bought a pair like those from Amazon to wear with my midi and maxi dresses in the summer. I call them bloomers, lol. They are great and keep my thighs from getting too hot and sweaty.

In the fall and winter, I wear hose and tights with my skirts and dresses.