What are 360 Smoothing panties?

360 Smoothing panties are plus size underwear styles designed to create an all-around smoothing or shaping foundation beneath clothing. The assortment includes high-rise and ultra-high-rise briefs, thongs, and shorts, so you can choose the amount of waist, seat, and leg coverage that works for you.

Smoothing level matters. A Level 1 Smoothing ultra-high-waist brief offers a gentler, non-squeezing feel, while a Level 2 Shaping short provides a firmer, more structured option. Neither level is better than the other; choose based on how you want the panty to feel, the outfit you plan to wear, and the amount of coverage you prefer.

Choose a 360 Smoothing silhouette by coverage and length

Select a 360 Smoothing layer from the inside out: begin with the outer garment’s waistline and hem, then choose the coverage and level of shaping you want underneath. The current assortment includes a Level 1 Smoothing ultra-high-waist brief and Level 2 Shaping shorts in 4-inch and 7-inch inseams. These are different foundation shapes, not interchangeable versions of the same fit.

Find a plus size smoothing-panty fit that feels comfortable

Start with your usual Torrid panty size, then compare your current waist and low-hip measurements with the style’s size guide and fit notes. Do not size down for more smoothing. A too-small panty can create rolling, pinching, shifting, or pressure at the waistband and leg openings instead of a comfortable foundation.

Use the full outfit to assess the fit. Stand, sit, bend, and walk before deciding whether the rise, coverage, and leg length work for you. A well-fitting smoothing panty should stay in place without needing frequent adjustment, keep the gusset comfortably positioned, and provide the coverage you selected without excess fabric bunching.

If the waistband rolls, the legs pinch, or the seat shifts, reconsider the size, rise, inseam, or silhouette. Changing the style can solve a fit concern more effectively than simply choosing a smaller size.

Choose smoothing for the coverage you want

A smoothing panty is an optional foundation layer for moments when you want a higher waistband, a specific amount of coverage, or a smoother feel beneath clothing. It can make sense under an occasion dress, tailored trousers, a jumpsuit, or another close-fitting outfit—but it is never a requirement for wearing those clothes.

A Level 1 Smoothing ultra-high-waist brief is the right starting point when you want full coverage with a gentler, non-squeezing feel. A Level 2 Shaping short is a better comparison point when you specifically want a firmer, more structured base layer and added leg length. Neither level is inherently better; the useful choice is the one that fits your intended outfit, movement needs, and comfort preference.

Review each product’s fit guidance before ordering, since rise, inseam, fabric, and construction vary by style.

Consider fabric, seams, and care before choosing a style

Construction can change how a smoothing panty feels beneath clothing. Current styles may feature microfiber, seamless construction, nylon-and-spandex blends, mesh lining, tonal lace overlays, or flat seams. Read each product page for the exact fabric content and details rather than assuming every 360 Smoothing style has the same feel or finish.

Visible lines are also outfit-dependent. The outer garment’s fabric, seams, fit, color, lighting, and your chosen panty silhouette all affect the result. A thong, brief, or short can each be the right choice depending on the coverage you want and how the combination feels under the specific garment.

What makes Torrid 360 Smoothing panties different?

We design our intimates for plus size bodies from the start, with attention to waistband placement, leg openings, seat coverage, rise, and movement. Our 360 Smoothing assortment gives you choices across Level 1 Smoothing and Level 2 Shaping, briefs and shorts, and multiple inseam lengths instead of treating one degree of compression or one silhouette as the answer for every body and outfit.

That distinction matters because smoothing underwear should still function as underwear. Our current filters span Torrid sizes 00–6 and help you compare rise, coverage, fabric, and construction before you decide. Rather than asking you to settle for a generic high-compression layer, we offer options that let you prioritize a gentler feel, firmer shaping, more leg coverage, or a particular waistband height based on what you actually want to wear.

Related plus size panty and intimate categories

Build an intimates drawer around different fit needs, fabrics, coverage preferences, and occasions.

• Plus size panties for a broader selection of everyday underwear silhouettes and fabrics.
• Brief panties when fuller seat coverage is your priority.
• Thongs when you prefer minimal back coverage.
• Boyshort panties for a short-inspired underwear silhouette.
• Shorties when you want additional leg coverage.
• Leakproof panties for period-focused protection.
• Plus size shapewear when you specifically want more compression or targeted shaping.
• Bra & panty sets for coordinated intimate options.
• Wire-free bras for a flexible bra option to pair with your preferred panty.