Anyone who loves wearing a floaty summer dress or skirt knows how quickly a day can be ruined by the discomfort of thigh chafing.
Those of us who are all too familiar with the relentless rubbing know that anti-chafing shorts are the key to preventing it. They are the perfect mix of smart design and everyday comfort that have quickly become an essential item in our wardrobes.
Made with moisture-wicking fabrics, clever seams, and breathable materials, these shorts are the secret to avoiding the painful friction between your thighs.
But your everyday bike shorts won’t always cut it, which is why we’ve rounded up the best anti-chafing shorts you’ll want to try for ultimate comfort all year round.
The best anti-chafing shorts to shop in Australia

01
The Staple
$59 at Thigh Society
Sitting somewhere between a boxer brief and bike short, The Staple is the ultimate semi-sheer, anti-chafe solution — a style staple you’ll return to again and again. Perfect for anyone craving comfort that’s totally undetectable. And with a knit-in, cotton-rich crotch, you can wear these without underwear for the ultimate comfort underneath your dresses and skirts.
Sizes: XS to 6XL
Key features:
- Anti-chafing
- Sweat-wicking
- No rolling or riding up
- No VPL (visible panty line)

02
Seamfree Undershort 6″
$28 at Boody
As light as air and smooth as silk, Boody’s Seamfree Undershort feels ultra-comfortable against your skin. The mid-thigh cut adds discreet coverage, while the seam-free, bamboo-rich fabric moves with you — no pinching, no rubbing, no awkward lines. Cool, breathable, and invisibly sleek under dresses or skirts, it’s the soft security layer you’ll reach for every day.
Sizes: XS to XL
Key features:
- Wide soft hem at waist
- All-over coverage
- 6″ inseam sits comfortably on the leg

03
The Cooling
$59 at Thigh Society
Made for heatwaves and long walks, The Cooling works harder than your average undershort thanks to a silky, quick-dry fabric that actively wicks away sweat. The inner-thigh panel stops chafing in its tracks, and the breathable cotton-rich crotch means you can skip underwear and still feel totally fresh.
Sizes: XS to 6XL
Key features:
- Lightweight
- Cools by up to 1°
- Sheer coverage
- Tagless for no itch

04
Taking Shape Bamboo Anti Chafe Crop Short
$29 $49.99 at Myer
Designed with curves in mind, Taking Shape’s Bamboo Anti-Chafe Crop Short is all about confident comfort. The bamboo-rich stretch fabric glides on without clinging, while the longer leg length offers extra coverage where you want it. Whether layered under a floaty maxi or your go-to summer dress, it’s the stay-put, all-day solution for keeping cool and comfortable.
Sizes: 10 to 30
Key features:
- Flat elastic waistband.
- High rise (sits above the belly button)
- Knit fabric with great stretch recovery

05
Body Shorts
$25 at Step One
Soft, supportive, and seriously breathable — Step One’s Body Shorts are built for movement. The bamboo-blend fabric hugs without squeezing, and clever moisture-wicking tech keeps you dry no matter how busy your day gets. With a smooth, no-ride-up fit and a confidence-boosting cut, they’re the kind of everyday essential that quietly makes everything else you wear feel better.
Sizes: XS to 4XL
Key features:
- Anti-chafe technology
- Soft waistband
- Hypoallergenic

06
SPANXshape Invisible High-Waisted Mid-Thigh Short
$159.95 at The Iconic
Part smoothing, part anti-chafing, this high-rise mid-thigh short works invisibly under your outfits to shape and support without the squeeze. The lightweight fabric hugs your waist, tummy, and thighs with breathable compression, while the free-cut leg openings and stay-put waistband keep everything in place—no rolling, pinching, or visible lines.
Sizes: XS to XL
Key features:
- Targeted tummy shaping with added side support
- Anti-chafe design
- Mid-thigh length

07
Anti-Chafing Short
$28 $55.99 at Modibodi
Blending anti-chafe comfort with built-in leak protection, this mid-thigh short keeps you dry, fresh, and confident—no extra underwear required. The ultra-soft, seamless design sits invisibly under dresses and skirts, while Modibodi’s patented lining absorbs moisture, controls odour, and stays breathable all day.
Sizes: 12/M-14/L to 24/5XL-26/6XL
Key features:
- Moderate absorbency (up to 6 tampons’ worth)
- Leak-proof comfort
- Made with soft, renewable merino wool
What is the best material to prevent chafing?
The best materials to prevent chafing are those that are moisture-wicking, breathable, and offer a smooth surface to reduce friction.
Synthetic fabrics like nylon and polyester are popular for their ability to keep skin dry and comfortable, while spandex adds stretch for a snug, friction-free fit.
Natural options like merino wool and bamboo are soft, breathable, and gentle on the skin, offering excellent moisture control and antibacterial properties. Microfiber, with its smooth texture, is also effective at reducing friction.
For the best results, many anti-chafing shorts combine these materials to offer the right balance of stretch, breathability, and moisture control. Look for products labelled as “seamless” or with flat-lock seams to minimise skin irritation further.
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