Design and Variety
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| Back | Sides | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Strap | Tie | Strapless | |
| T-back | |||
| G-string | |||
| V-string | |||
| C-string | |||
Types of thongs include the traditional thong, the G-string, and the C-string. There are a number of intermediate kinds of thongs between full rear coverage and a string rear. As designs become more risqué there are also types intended to expose genitals as much as they conceal them. Other styles include the Cheeky, V-string, and T-back. The naming of the intermediate styles of thong is debatable, different vendors use the words somewhat interchangeably.
Thongs are available in a wide variety of materials, including silk, cotton, microfiber, satin, nylon, and lycra/spandex.
The most significant difference between thongs designed for men and women is the shape of the front part of the garment. Often, but not always, thongs for men will feature a vertical seam to create shape and space for the male genitalia, and the pouch may be made of stretchy material (usually cotton-Lycra or microfiber) for an ergonomic fit. The equivalent section in women's thongs is normally flat and seamless. However, the fabric is usually thicker in the area where it covers the vulva (by incorporating a cotton gusset) and this is done for several reasons, e.g. leukorrhea. There are also novelty designs for both sexes, featuring shapes to conform to the genitals or provide humorous visual effects.
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