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Hanky Panky Retro High Waist Thong, Main, color,
Hanky Panky Retro High Waist Thong, Alternate, color,
Hanky Panky Retro High Waist Thong, Alternate, color,
Hanky Panky Retro High Waist Thong, Alternate, color,
Hanky Panky Retro High Waist Thong, Alternate, color,
Hanky Panky Retro High Waist Thong, Alternate, color,

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A fabulously soft and stretchy lace thong feels great on and doesn't show through your clothes.

  • Supima® cotton-lined gusset
  • 100% nylon
  • Hand wash, dry flat
  • Made in the USA or imported
  • Item #561238

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  • One Size fits women's sizes 0-12.

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Hanky Panky

In 1977, designer Gale Epstein took embroidered handkerchiefs and crafted them into a lingerie set for a friend, giving rise to the Hanky Panky name and subsequent brand. Creator of the World's Most Comfortable Thong®, Hanky Panky offers a signature collection of lacy bras, panties, lingerie and sleepwear proudly made in the USA since 1977.

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July 30, 2025
High rise but these aren't your granny's panties!
I didn't expect to like these as much as I'm finding I actually like them better than the Hanky Panky original rise thong. They are quite comfortable, do not roll down, and I like the higher rise for a smoother tummy look. I liked them so much I also bought the non-sale ones in various colors. Highly recommend!
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Sept 8, 2024
stiff material, sizing is smaller.
I have purchased many of these. For some reason, the material is stiffer, and the sizing is way smaller. Disappointed, had to return them.
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Poppy08
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Aug 22, 2025
Great colors, but sizing has changed
I'm in love with this year's Hanky Panky colors! Fun, bright, and on trend. However, the sizing of the Retro High Waist Thong is not consistent with other HP products. It is a "one size" fits most. I wear an 8 to a 10 pants, and these are uncomfortably tight on me. I cannot wear them under anything fitted because they dig into my skin. I can only recommend the item if you are a size 6 or smaller.
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July 30, 2025
High rise but these aren't your granny's panties!
I didn't expect to like these as much as I'm finding I actually like them better than the Hanky Panky original rise thong. They are quite comfortable, do not roll down, and I like the higher rise for a smoother tummy look. I liked them so much I also bought the non-sale ones in various colors. Highly recommend!
Annie484
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Nov 11, 2024
Fabuous!
so comfortable, lightweight. My go to for thongs!
Nancy
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Sept 26, 2024
Love these!
These are the best high waist thong. They give high waist coverage when you want full coverage. I have several pair.
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Sept 22, 2024
Fav!
Favorite underwear! A comfortable thong with full coverage in the front.
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Comfortable and Pretty
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