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the way women view thong underwear.
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In Bloom
This Thong Diary entry was written by a woman who has been battling cancer for the past year.
Dear Hanky Panky,
Are you sitting down? I will tell you a story—not long, but it involves the soft, pretty and VERY pink top (I LOVE) that I was gifted this past winter.
So—Where I live in Northern New Mexico there are amazing views of the Sangre di Christo Mountains. Wildlife is abundant.
This past Saturday I was wearing my pink Hanky Panky top on the property.
My eye caught sight of the brightest and reddest single-petaled rose bush when several feisty hummingbirds flew towards it. I froze…..and a hummer, with her fast fluttering wings, touched my right shoulder (close to my neck). I still feel her – days later.
The bird thought I was a flower. I retain that belief! I feel blessed.
With love,
CH
A Golfer's Perspective
Dear Thong Diary,
I offer this tangent. I’m an avid golfer. My regular group consists of four married men ranging in age from 58 to 72. We share a great love of the game and womankind.
Nine years ago, Tom and I decided to establish a regular match to enliven our twice-weekly four-hour rounds at Rancho Park on the west side of LA. This coincided with the National Hockey League strike, so Tom suggested we vie for the Stanley Cup. Over time the winner was referred to as Stanley and, for reasons I can no longer recall, the loser answered to Sally. Unhappy with the mildly misogynistic tone this struck, we had the names switch sides so the winner became Sally and was said to be “wearing the dress”.
A year or so later, we decided to play for “the thong”. We were soon speaking of the thong just as we did the dress. Depending on the outcome of my matches, my “wardrobe” could vary dramatically.
Jim started to feel a little left out and definitely under dressed. I forget in what order the rest of this took place, but now, every day we play the following matches are vigorously waged:
Brock v. Tom – The Dress
Brock v. Richard – The Thong
Brock v. Jim – The Panties
Tom v. Richard – The Bustier
Tom v. Jim – The Poodle Skirt
Richard v. Jim – The Burka
This past April, we traveled to Tucson to play the first annual Ensemble and Richard, it hurts me to say, went home with all the garments.
I’ll say in closing, that no actual garments were hurt, or even employed, in these contests. But if they were, we’d buy them from Hanky Panky!
From Die Happy, by Brock Walsh. Appearing in bookstores (if there are any left) soon.
My Sisters
I am extraordinarily proud of my two sisters. Valerie, who passed all the required exams in an incredibly short period of time, is a financial planner, and provides investment advice to my family and many others. My other sister has a PhD, is an accomplished cellist, has many civic accolades, worked with NYPD, and just happened to have a friendship with a woman named Gale which led to their founding the most unusual company ever... Yes, that's my baby sister Lida.
I speak at medical meetings three or more times a week across the US. During the past year I always ask the audience if they have heard of Hanky Panky. Not one time have I been disappointed. I also recognize that the yelps of surprise to my question indicates that someone is wearing a Hanky Panky item, probably the iconic thong.
Eric A Orzeck MD
Holy Pansies
Our family mythology includes two stories about underwear.
In one, my Aunt is shopping at a big department store and asks the salesgirl where she can find the pansies. She was so used to shopping for her two young daughters—never for herself—that she had forgotten the proper word for panties. In the other, my own mother likes to remind me and my brothers that while she always dressed us impeccably, she went around with holes in her drawers.
I swore I would never forget myself so thoroughly when I became a mother.
Today, the only holes in my panties are the tiny spaces between the soft lace of my Hanky Panky boy shorts. They are the most comfortable, sexy underwear I’ve ever owned. My husband tells me I look like a pretty package in them, waiting to be opened. Wearing them is a daily reminder to treat myself as well as I treat my family. Being good to oneself should never go out of style.
Lisa Duggan
Moving Day
After plenty of roaming around and traveling post-college, I've finally settled down in my first home.
This past weekend, as I moved all of my belongings to a new place, I did a major overhaul on all of my belongings... including my underwear drawer. After a few minutes of separating out what I should and shouldn't keep, I saw that my small collection of Hanky Panky low rise thongs dominated my "keep" pile. I quickly tossed those less desirable. As I begin my new life in my new home, I know that the only underwear I will choose to add to my collection from now on will be Hanky Pankys. They're more amazing, more comfortable, and as my testament proves-more durable than anything else out there!
Thanks for helping me start my brand new life out in style!
Mary Katherine
Flashback
As a young girl, I used to love to look through my mother's lingerie drawer. Back in the late 50s/early 60s, my mother wore coordinating lingerie: bras, panties, half slips. They were neatly arranged in sets by color.
My father delighted in purchasing them for her, and on more than one occasion, I accompanied him to the lingerie department at J. L. Hudson's in Detroit as he selected just the right pieces for her Christmas or birthday gifts.
My mother passed away 9 years ago, and while I have many extraordinary memories of her, this particular memory was tucked away until tonight when I visited and placed an order on the Hanky Panky website. I especially love the retro and glam pieces, and the original and low-rise thongs are the most comfortable I've ever worn.
Thanks for the memories, Hanky Panky!
CM
Hanky Panky at the Ballet
Dear Hanky Panky,
I'm a 40-year old professional and I typically choose cotton panties for everyday attire. While out shopping at a local boutique for something to wear to an upcoming evening at the ballet, I noticed the Hanky Panky section. I decided to add one of the lacy French bikinis to my shopping bag. Am I ever glad I did! They are so pretty, sexy and incredibly comfortable, too. (And it's also gratifying to know that they are made here in the States!)
Not only do I expect to add more French bikinis to my Hanky Panky collection soon, but I now plan to wear them underneath my outfit to the ballet. :) Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
Christy
Six Best Friends
Dear Hanky Panky,
I was stressing about finding the perfect gift for my high school best friends for Christmas. We are all college freshman, so I was looking for just the right thing to give them when we come home to exchange presents.
During high school, we six girls were absolute best friends. We have many hilarious stories regarding our Hanky Panky undies. When I found out that it was possible to personalize them, I knew I had found the perfect gift!
I personalized them each to say "six." So, whenever they wear them they will remember our amazing times in high school. I got each girl her favorite color and I am so excited to give them to them for Christmas!
Thank you Hanky Panky for your fun personalization option!
Sincerely,
Sonja
Hanky Panky Thong of the Month Club
Dear Hanky Panky,
I had the pleasure of meeting Lida last month at a work event where she was the keynote speaker, and she encouraged me to share my story on the Thong Diaries. Here goes….
My sisters and I have always been HUGE Hanky Panky fans. I know there are a lot of people like us out there, but we are hands down the biggest fans and between the three of us, we probably own every single color and pattern of Hanky Panky ever made (almost). We are such fans, that my sister Sarah requested for her birthday, tongue and cheek, some new Hanky Panky thongs.
Being a broke college student at the time, I figured this would be a great luxury for her to receive. I started brainstorming clever ways to make the gift a bit more special and personal. A light bulb went off in my head when I remembered that my favorite lingerie store in Boston, French Dressing, was offering a “panty of the month” promotion for Valentine’s Day a few years back. Using this concept as inspiration, I created a “Hanky Panky of the Month Club” gift certificate that I gave to Sarah for her birthday. Every month, for six months, my sister would receive a brand new Hanky Panky thong.
I started in the summer with a pair of nautical-themed stripes and each month Sarah got a special wrapped package from me with a seasonally appropriate pair of undies and often fun sayings. We rounded out December with a red pair with a green waistband for the holidays.
I’m not sure who enjoyed it more–me or Sarah! Shopping for the thongs each month was so much fun, and I could barely wait for Sarah’s reaction when she would receive her new pair! This is a great gift idea, and I would even encourage Hanky Panky to try something like this for customers, and friends/relatives/significant others of Hanky Panky fans. I know that my boyfriend would be forever grateful for this type of a gifting option :-)
Thanks Lida for your great business practices and outstanding product! You are an inspiration to all women and business owners!
Happy Holidays!
Rachel
Purely Academic
Dear Hanky Panky,
Here is our story:
My best friend and I met our freshman year of college at Barnard. That was 7 years ago. Unfortunately, our post graduate studies have kept us separated but we make sure to visit as often as we can. Recently, during a visit to New York City we visited our old campus to see the new student center. While in the student store, we couldn’t believe that our favorite underwear had made their way to our alma mater with Barnard bedazzled in crystals on the waistband. We had the pleasure of meeting Hanky Panky CEO and Barnard graduate Lida Orzeck at a function senior year and were delighted to see her continuing to show her support to Barnard years later. Needless to say we both had to have a pair and also purchased a pair for her little sister who just started her freshman year. Many thanks for your wonderful undies from two Barnard alums!
Sincerely,
Ashley and Charlotte
5 Things I Can't Live Without
I can count five things that have vastly improved my life, and the Hanky Panky retro thong is amongst them. As a plus-size gal it's hard to find attractive undies that aren't either designed for grannies or inappropriate for my body type. And the idea of a thong was preposterous! They are butt-floss! Painful! Weird-fitting! All of this changed when I was given a black plus size retro Hanky Panky thong. It was night and day to the $4 Target® panties I was wearing. The retro thong fit like a dream. The dreaded visible panty line was abolished forever. They were pretty without being too delicate to stand up to wearing or washing. And the thong part absolutely did not cut me in half. It merely covers—without entering—the butt cleavage. I have about 15 pairs of Hanky Panky retro thongs, a couple regular thongs and three pairs of boy shorts, too. They truly have been transformational as I am always comfortable and confident—no more pulling at my clothes or worrying about being able to see my panties. Over two years later, my original pair is still going strong. And boy, if they could talk, I'd have to shoot them. Want to know what those five life-changing things are? Here goes:
- My iPhone® wakes me, keeps me on schedule, connects, entertains and educates me.
- My DVR not only lets me conveniently record shows, it lets me pause them so I can listen to the latest cool things that my husband has to say during the last five minutes of every movie.
- My Scottevest® hoodie carries my everything in its 17 pockets.
- My retainers keep my recently transformed teeth in place, having gone from snaggle-toothed to practically perfect.
- My Hanky Panky retro thong provides a beautiful, seamless frame to my ample butt.
Love, Cat
A Family Tradition
My grandmother was very generous with my mother when she was growing up—if my mother liked something of my grandmother's, it would be hers. My mother feels it is important to continue that tradition and I'm glad.
I am shameless in my requests and she always says, “yes.” Imagine my surprise when I discovered a box from Nordstrom containing a coat (for me) and a Hanky Panky thong. I asked if it was for me. She said, “NO.” It was hers. Then, I asked if I could have it. Again, she said, “NO,” but she would buy me some.
I can't wait to find out for myself why your thongs are so great. And I'm glad my mom is treating herself to nice undies, too.
Fall Favors
Dear Hanky Panky,
I am throwing a bridal shower for a friend of mine in late October. I was thinking of party favor ideas to give our guests and thought about soaps, candles, cookies, or picture frames. I really want to give a memorable and fun gift! I was getting ready to go out shopping for favors and laid out my clothes for the day. I looked at my red Hanky Panky thong. I thought, wouldn't it be great to give those as favors?! So I am! I purchased Hanky Panky's in great fall colors like red, green, brown, and purple and am going to arrange them in a big basket to hand out by the front door as people leave! I am so excited and know they will be a bit hit!
Happy Fall,
Annie
Changed Her Ways
One day long ago, my dearest girls and I were emailing (as we often did, since we lived in four corners of the US), on the most important topic of panties! They were going on and on about the surprising comfort and ease of wearing thongs! I was in disbelief. I had tried them once and horrible memories of childhood wedgies (compliments of my big brother), entered my mind at mach speed. Off they went and I vowed to never go there again!
As I so eloquently shared my experience with my girls, they told me to try the very unusually-named, and oh-so-comfortable thongs by Hanky Panky. Well, I lived in a small, remote town that did not carry any such panties and I told them so. Hence, my vow to never allow those "types" to come near my "nether regions" continued!
So, my days of discount store full-coverage panties served me well until a very delightful day that May (my birthday)! As I returned home after a long day of work, I received a package from all three of the girls! Lo and behold, a pair of Hanky Panky thongs blessed my home and I dared to give them a try! How could I not? These are the ladies I trusted and adored all my young life!
I did it. I actually put them on for an entire day of work. I was convinced that I would be emailing them about how horrible the experience was and how could they say they love me, after putting me through such pain! But, to my surprise, there was no pain, there were no lines, there was only LOVE! And from that moment on, I have embraced not only the undying appreciation of my girls but the love for Hanky Panky low-rise thongs!
Thank you for changing my ways!
Patty
Exposed Curves
I'm a man who enjoys women with curves. So, it should go without saying that I like to see as much of those curves as possible. The issue with most of my girlfriend’s underwear is that it covers up the best parts. I asked her if she would ever consider wearing a thong. The answer was always about a lack of comfort, which is understandable.
My Favorite Beginning to End
About two years ago I fell and injured my back. I went to the hospital and had x-rays done and I had my Hanky Panky panties on.
My back was not broken thank god, but I had to have physical therapy. As the therapist manipulated my back and I stretched as far as I could, my Hanky Panky panties were with me! They were the only comfortable underwear that I could wear that did not ride up in the back. Months of therapy did not do any good and I had to get epidural steroid shots. Hanky Panky panties were the only ones that I could wear so the doctor had maximum access to my back, not to mention I could keep some of my modesty while laying on the cold steel table.
Well it is now a year later and at the end of August 2010 I will be having back surgery, and yes you guessed it they will be rolling me into the OR in my Hanky Panky panties!!!!!
Sincerely,
Susan M
Post-Surgical Hanky Panky
Almost a week ago, I had ankle surgery, which everyone knows, leads to a cast that impedes regular shower habits. It was also at about this time that I saw Hanky Panky featured on Rachel Ray. When my pretty panties arrived, I was very excited. Not only do they live up to the promises of flattering comfort, but they also help me feel beautiful while my wardrobe is limited to basketball shorts and other fitness-type garb. When my fiancé saw me in them, he too was a satisfied customer. Hanky Panky is such a comfort in this time of post surgical pain.
Melissa
41 Glorious Weeks of Hanky Panky
I've worn nothing but Hanky Panky original rise thongs for years, so I have a wonderful array of rainbow hues in my lingerie drawer. When I got pregnant, I dreaded having to put aside my pretty lacy under-things and wear awful, gigantic granny panties.
I decided I would wear my Hanky Panky beauties as long as possible—and to my delight and surprise, they remained comfortable and snug-fitting throughout my entire glorious 41-week pregnancy! During those 10 months, I had so much fun playing with colors. I wore thongs in gender-neutral hues until we found out we were having a girl, and after that I practically wore out all of my pink and other girly shades.
As soon as possible after our daughter's birth, I was back in my favorite comfortable, sexy, sassy lacy thongs and treated myself to a bunch of new colors as a "mommy" gift to myself. Hanky Panky, thank you for such a great product that can flex with any and all aspects of a woman's life and figure!
LK
Columbus, Ohio
A Perfect Match
I love to wear matching bras and undies, but always find that pretty bras never come with comfortable and flattering thongs! They're invariably too "stringy" or too high cut or they squeeze me in all the wrong places, giving me a "muffin top" before I've even put my jeans on. So, I ended up only buying bras that had nice matching bottoms—which obviously limited my choice substantially! And then I found Hanky Panky. What a lifesaver! I now buy bras and then buy a Hanky Panky low rise thong of the same color to match. So, not only do the top and bottom match, but I also look and feel fantastic! Thanks so much. You've not only made buying thongs the easiest thing ever, but you've eased my bra buying process, too.
I've moved to Hong Kong now and have ordered some in the US for a friend to bring to me when she visits. Can't wait for the day when you ship overseas!
G
A Love for Hanky Panky
I just wanted to tell you how much I love Hanky Panky underwear. I have gotten rid of all of my other undies, I give them as gifts and I tell everyone how much I love them. I wore them to get pregnant, during my pregnancy and after. I am pregnant again and still loving them.
Just wanted to share!
SW
The Choice of Stylists
I made an appointment to have creative professional stylist, Meryl Gabay, look at my wardrobe and tell me what to wear for a photo shoot. She was also going to rummage through some of the pieces of clothing in my closet and tell me what to toss and what to keep. The woman has a great eye for detail and she knows how to make her clients look their best.
As we’re planning the morning of our meeting, I ask her if there is anything that I can do to get ready for her. Would she like coffee waiting? Should I be wearing make-up? How should I wear my hair? Is she afraid of dogs? “No, No, No, Susan, don’t worry about that stuff, just make sure you are wearing Hanky Panky underwear. They make the best fitting under layers which eliminate any potential lines in your clothing.” Since that famous day, Meryl and I have become friends, and I hear about her busy days with clients. The one thing that is consistent is that she tells all her clients to wear Hanky Panky. And she’s right, “look, Ma, no lines” which is a good thing because Meryl doesn’t believe in pantyhose.
Susan G.
A Knock-Out Interview
One night I was researching my dream college, Barnard, as I sat down to write my college essays, and I came across the online college store. I was so surprised to see that the store sold Hanky Panky thongs! It was just another benefit to my already perfect school. But then I saw that one of the founders of Hanky Panky had attended the school, and I thought it would only be fitting to buy a thong as a good luck charm for the college process. I saved it, without wearing it, until my interview for Barnard.
Biking Bride
I've always been a cotton hipster type of gal. I'd much rather suffer panty lines than the discomfort of a thong.
Things Happen
One night I was researching my dream college, Barnard, as I sat down to write my college essays, and I came across the online college store. I was so surprised to see that the store sold Hanky Panky thongs! It was just another benefit to my already perfect school. But then I saw that one of the founders of Hanky Panky had attended the school, and I thought it would only be fitting to buy a thong as a good luck charm for the college process. I saved it, without wearing it, until my interview for Barnard.
The interviewer was so impressed by me that a few months later I got my acceptance letter. I think it's no coincidence that using my favorite thong to link me into a legacy of bright women graduating from Barnard certainly helped my chances secretly! But I also know that wearing it made me feel extra confident, just as I'll feel at Barnard, and it's a "good luck charm" I plan to use to my advantage frequently in the future!
Biking Bride
I've always been a cotton hipster type of gal. I'd much rather suffer panty lines than the discomfort of a thong.
My friend recently gave me a pair of your low rise thongs as the "something blue" for my wedding day and I don't remember thinking about my undies once. We even biked seven miles to our reception!
Thank you for allowing me to focus on more important things on my wedding day.
Angela H. (teacher)
Things Happen
So, two things you should know before I begin:
- I really don’t have time for non-comfy undies
- Things tend to happen to me.
One of the things that happened to me happened on April 11th, when I was nominated for a Streamy Best Actress Award for the webseries Anyone But Me. I arrived in LA at midnight the night before my first big awards ceremony, and for the first time in my life, I was actually not freaking out that I’d forgotten anything. I had my dress, my shoes, and, most importantly, my lucky red Hanky Panky low-rise thong (with the super-cute gold stars) which was going to make me feel sexy and confident on the big day, and not like I was wearing an ill-fitting torture device.
My adorably detail-oriented boyfriend, on the other hand, was having a minor meltdown after realizing he’d left his suit on a New York City subway, 3000 miles away. He’d had better nights.
So, after a frenzied morning of finding him new threads before the start of the afternoon ceremony (which we did, in a feat of awesomeness), I pretty much baseball slid into the make-up chair for red carpet prep. It was one of those times where one really wishes one had kept up with all that Zen meditation one always starts but then realizes is difficult and/or slightly soporific. But, it didn’t matter how stressed I was, because I was bloody well prepared! I had my dress, my heels, and my lucky red Hanky Panky thong (with the stars!) which was right…back in my suitcase, about an hour away in LA traffic. And, seriously, it takes a lot to genuinely bring me down, but my heart died a little when that happened.
Enter Lida Orzeck, a supernatural entity who often shows up at crucial points in my life. “I have an extra!” she yelled, waving a thong, which she produced (I can only guess) from thin air. And it was a black classic rise! And so cute! And my God, it was magic, because it fit beautifully! I felt so confident in my new cute thong, I actually wasn’t even nervous about walking the red carpet - wearing those Hanky Panky undies really made me feel like a star!
And now, I have a whole extra lucky thong, because, about two hours after that all happened to me, this other thing happened where I actually won that Best Actress award. Thank you Academy; thank you Hanky Panky!
Rediscovered Femininity
A year ago, I had surgery for a hysterectomy and leaky bladder repair. I had problems for so many years with very heavy lengthy periods and a bladder that was constantly leaking. I had to wear incontinence pads 24 hours a day. I only had ugly underwear since there was no point in wearing anything nice. They would only get ruined. I felt totally miserable about my femininity.
I made a vow that after the surgery every pair of underwear I owned was going to be thrown out and I would get lovely sexy new ones. And I did!
They have been replaced with Hanky Panky lace thongs 4811X in every colour I can possibly get. 12 and counting so far! Even we bigger girls like sexy undies and these are fantastic. They are so comfy. Keep making the larger size in more colours! I am now 51 and I have never felt more confident and sexy in my whole life.
I live in a small town and even though the boutique here carries Hanky Pankies, they seem to have an aversion to keeping the larger sizes in stock. This did not stop me at all. I now buy them online and I am always seeking the colour I do not have.
I am totally obsessed with these undies. They are like collecting colourful candies. It is always fun to try and decide, “what colour today?” (Today is yellow!) I have the prettiest clothesline when it's delicates wash day. Reminds me of Buddhist prayer flags on a windy day.
Regards,
Suzanne
Picton, Ontario
I made a vow that after the surgery every pair of underwear I owned was going to be thrown out and I would get lovely sexy new ones. And I did!
They have been replaced with Hanky Panky lace thongs 4811X in every colour I can possibly get. 12 and counting so far! Even we bigger girls like sexy undies and these are fantastic. They are so comfy. Keep making the larger size in more colours! I am now 51 and I have never felt more confident and sexy in my whole life.
I live in a small town and even though the boutique here carries Hanky Pankies, they seem to have an aversion to keeping the larger sizes in stock. This did not stop me at all. I now buy them online and I am always seeking the colour I do not have.
I am totally obsessed with these undies. They are like collecting colourful candies. It is always fun to try and decide, “what colour today?” (Today is yellow!) I have the prettiest clothesline when it's delicates wash day. Reminds me of Buddhist prayer flags on a windy day.
Regards,
Suzanne
Picton, Ontario
Small Things Matter
Hello Hanky Panky,
I was very skeptical when my friend turned me onto these. I was remarking that I needed to find some pretty, nice-fitting undies, because mine were looking really ragged (I hadn't bought new underwear in over 5 years). She said that she always got something called Hanky Panky from Nordstrom, and although expensive, she had a standing order for these as gifts from her husband.
Life is very stressful right now, as my employment situation (like so many others') is precarious, and there have been illnesses and death within my closest circle of family. Visiting is difficult due to lengthy distances, and cost is always a concern.
I don't have a lot of money, and I know it is silly and even frivolous, but having pretty underwear has become a small thing I can do for myself. After shopping around, I took the plunge and ordered 6 pairs of Hanky Pankys. I figured it was an investment in necessary clothing.
I was waiting anxiously and hoping they would be all that the hype suggested (I read the Thong Diaries). They were expensive, and I was feeling guilty about spending so much. Well, I needn't have worried; they are wonderful! I Love Them!! They are definitely worth the money, and I will be taking the very best care of these to make sure they last for years.
Thank you so much for having a great product! Things are still stressful, but at least I have awesome underwear. Small things DO matter, and every time I put them on, they make me feel a bit brighter.
I was very skeptical when my friend turned me onto these. I was remarking that I needed to find some pretty, nice-fitting undies, because mine were looking really ragged (I hadn't bought new underwear in over 5 years). She said that she always got something called Hanky Panky from Nordstrom, and although expensive, she had a standing order for these as gifts from her husband.
Life is very stressful right now, as my employment situation (like so many others') is precarious, and there have been illnesses and death within my closest circle of family. Visiting is difficult due to lengthy distances, and cost is always a concern.
I don't have a lot of money, and I know it is silly and even frivolous, but having pretty underwear has become a small thing I can do for myself. After shopping around, I took the plunge and ordered 6 pairs of Hanky Pankys. I figured it was an investment in necessary clothing.
I was waiting anxiously and hoping they would be all that the hype suggested (I read the Thong Diaries). They were expensive, and I was feeling guilty about spending so much. Well, I needn't have worried; they are wonderful! I Love Them!! They are definitely worth the money, and I will be taking the very best care of these to make sure they last for years.
Thank you so much for having a great product! Things are still stressful, but at least I have awesome underwear. Small things DO matter, and every time I put them on, they make me feel a bit brighter.
A Healing Gift
Although I just turned 49 when I had my double mastectomy, I considered myself a young woman. Following the surgery, I began the process of returning to feeling whole and attractive to myself and to my husband. That was when I wanted to stop wearing “functional” clothing and turn to clothing that made me feel more womanly.
My cousin’s daughter sent me my first Hanky Panky panties. She could not have known the tremendous impact that wearing beautiful and comfortable underwear would have on my recovery. The psychological and emotional boost contributed to my developing confidence and acceptance during my reconstructive process.
I attended the wedding of the special young woman who made such an impact on me and that is when I shared my story with her.
I am now a mentor for breast cancer patients and I believe that helping breast cancer survivors strengthen their self-image through everything from exercise, intimacy, or treating themselves to something special—such as something lacy—drastically improves self-image and recovery. Expressing acceptance and encouragement as a woman transitions from a pre-cancer to a post-cancer body is very important. Hanky Panky panties and camis did this for me!
Gail Zanelotti
My cousin’s daughter sent me my first Hanky Panky panties. She could not have known the tremendous impact that wearing beautiful and comfortable underwear would have on my recovery. The psychological and emotional boost contributed to my developing confidence and acceptance during my reconstructive process.
I attended the wedding of the special young woman who made such an impact on me and that is when I shared my story with her.
I am now a mentor for breast cancer patients and I believe that helping breast cancer survivors strengthen their self-image through everything from exercise, intimacy, or treating themselves to something special—such as something lacy—drastically improves self-image and recovery. Expressing acceptance and encouragement as a woman transitions from a pre-cancer to a post-cancer body is very important. Hanky Panky panties and camis did this for me!
Gail Zanelotti
Work Panties
I am a yoga instructor. I suffered wearing a variety of "performance" and "wicking" thongs so as not to have embarrassing panty lines under my yoga pants. My husband, who is a giant fan of thong undies, would get sad when I took off my "work undies" but they were simply too uncomfortable to keep on after work. Then I read about Hanky Panky low rise thongs and thought I'd give them a try. I got a darling pink and printed pair and let me tell you, they were worth the price. My husband was happy that I kept them on after yoga class. Since then, and about 20 pairs or so later, we still get nostalgic when I put on that original pair. They truly are the best thing ever and I can not imagine wearing anything else. Thank you!
Colleen K.
Campus Hanky Panky
The past four years of my life were spent as a poor student. I lived away from home, my eating habits were terrible and more often than not, I grappled with the decision to buy more groceries or buy more liquor. Around Christmastime, my roommate and I went to a boutique to purchase a present for a friend.
Haphazardly she picked up a three-pack of Hanky Panky thongs, turned to me and said, "Oprah wears these". When we looked at the price, I was surprised. The salesclerk told me that it was the best underwear she had ever purchased. I was probing her with questions and was determined to prove that my lace thongs, (purchased at a very popular retailer) were the same thing. I decided to put my ignorance to rest and remembered that my roommate owed me $20 from a night out at the bar. I asked my roommate to give me one of the thongs and cancel her outstanding debt.
As university students, we approached the Hanky Panky thongs in the most economical way: one pair for my roommate, one pair for me and the last pair would become the present for the friend we were originally shopping for.
Needless to say, my roommate, our friend and I have all finished our undergrad and our Hanky Panky thongs lasted the whole way through! When I look in my underwear drawer, 99% of the pairs were purchased within the last six months, which shows how often I recycle my underwear.
Yesterday I decided that it was in my best interest to toss out all my non-Hanky Panky underwear and I bought five new Hanky Panky thongs!
I have turned over a new leaf.
Haphazardly she picked up a three-pack of Hanky Panky thongs, turned to me and said, "Oprah wears these". When we looked at the price, I was surprised. The salesclerk told me that it was the best underwear she had ever purchased. I was probing her with questions and was determined to prove that my lace thongs, (purchased at a very popular retailer) were the same thing. I decided to put my ignorance to rest and remembered that my roommate owed me $20 from a night out at the bar. I asked my roommate to give me one of the thongs and cancel her outstanding debt.
As university students, we approached the Hanky Panky thongs in the most economical way: one pair for my roommate, one pair for me and the last pair would become the present for the friend we were originally shopping for.
Needless to say, my roommate, our friend and I have all finished our undergrad and our Hanky Panky thongs lasted the whole way through! When I look in my underwear drawer, 99% of the pairs were purchased within the last six months, which shows how often I recycle my underwear.
Yesterday I decided that it was in my best interest to toss out all my non-Hanky Panky underwear and I bought five new Hanky Panky thongs!
I have turned over a new leaf.
Hooked
I was sick and tired of skinny little thongs with straps that dig into your skin or leave a visible panty line that tells the whole world exactly where your underwear is residing at any given moment of the day.
I heard about Hanky Panky panties and researched them online. I loved the look, the wide band that stays flat, and all the wonderful colors. I also love the vintage thong just to change things up a little now and then.
I placed my first order and eagerly awaited my shipment. The day the panties arrived at my house, I practically ripped the package open with my teeth to get at them. I immediately stripped down to try them on and WOW, they were EVERYTHING that I hoped they would be.
I have a drawer full of expensive panties that CAN’T COMPARE to my Hanky Pankys. I love them, my MAN LOVES them, I’m HOOKED!
Ellen
Life's a Beach
I have been living in Mexico for 18 years at the end of a dirt road in a one turtle town. I recently came to the United States and I met someone who was an image consultant. Transforming my third world dog appearance was like a blank canvas to her. The joke is, "you know the word for underwear in Spanish on the beach? Nada. Nothing." Me and half the town don't wear them. No one cares. I keep two pair for emergencies, (to make my mother more comfortable).
Well, my image consultant took me to a Dolce Bella to shop. I had her pick me out "panties" and of course they were Hanky Pankies! I feel so girly and sexy now. Not a day goes by without my Hankie Pankies, and I am taking a pair back for each of my girlfriends. I'm trying to start a new trend in the developing world.....
Standing on the beach in panties,
Kay
Hanky Panky Cougar
Dear Hanky Panky,
OK, I shouldn’t be telling this story, but I will, because I would love to help any women who are still wearing granny panties. I owned a company, and my office manager used to make fun of my granny panties all the time. One day, we were working together on a project, and he grabbed the back of my panties, declaring, “We can use these for parachutes! You need to get with it. Only old ladies wear those!” The funny thing is he’s 16 years younger than I am, and as I was going through a bad divorce, I didn’t care much about my underwear at the time.
Well, a year later, I was in Nordstrom with a friend who loves Hanky Pankies. She was buying some, so I asked her if they were comfortable. She said, “Oh yes. I won’t wear anything else!” So, I bought myself some. Now I won’t wear anything else, either, because not only are they comfortable, I scored in them! They got me a new husband, ha ha!
Never in my wildest dreams did I think I could marry a younger man, but I did. I was previously married to my high school sweetheart for years, so when I hooked up with my current husband, it was crazy! The cute thing is I married the guy who told me to get with it and stop wearing granny panties. Once he saw me in my Hanky Pankies, dang, he was all over me! He is 28, and I am 43. People call me a cougar. It’s too funny, but if Demi can do it, anyone can. Hanky Panky is my hero! You scored me a great man.
I am no longer in business for myself. We got married and will celebrate our second anniversary on May 6th. He joined the Army a little over a year ago, and his first duty station is in Germany. Well, he is gone for training, but will be back just in time for our anniversary, so I want to surprise him with a pair of custom Hanky Pankies. He will love them. His name is Royal, so they will have a heart and “Royal” on them. They will be royal blue for his birthstone: sapphire.
Thank you so much for making these panties, because we did “hanky panky” around and fell in love.
PS: I’ll let you know how the Personalized ones go. :)
Swanky Pankies
I don't think my fiancé was familiar with Hanky Pankies before we met (or so he tells me...) and they are the only kind that I wear. When I am getting ready to go somewhere, I open the Hanky Panky drawer and let him choose which ones he wants me to wear (he likes to feel involved and it won't do to let him choose the actual outfit, so...) I swear he is just as excited about every new Hanky Panky purchase as I am. I bought a very ruffly pair a year or so ago that very quickly became his favorite. They are known as my "swanky pankies". There is always a Hanky Panky gift involved in holidays (personalized ones for Valentine's Day, Christmas ones at Christmastime, etc). They have taken on a life of their own in this relationship; panties of any kind now are referred to as "hanks". We are getting married in June and I plan on wearing the Roslyn thong and garter down the aisle!
KS
KS
Bonding Over Panties
After my wedding a few years ago, my mother in-law gave me 3 pairs of Hanky Panky panties. I immediately thought—awkward--now she will know what panties I wear! But much to my surprise we bonded over panties! We both love them so much and I became a Hanky Panky advocate to all my friends. They are the only panties I wear and they got me through 2 pregnancies. Thank goodness my mother in-law gave them to me years ago!
SH
The Great Outdoors
I moved from SC to WY for a summer to work on a ranch. I spent my hours cleaning, hiking and riding horses. With only ONE suitcase of clothing for 5 months, you can imagine the wear and tear on my small underwear supply. A co-worker mentioned her obsession with Hanky Pankies and how much more comfortable they were with all of the activities we had going on. I scoffed at her wearing them in the atmosphere we were in--way, way too pretty for the outdoors...
That is, until I splurged on a pair.
Talk about comfort! Without question, I got rid of the panties that traveled cross country with me. In their place I have slowly acquired a few more pairs of Hanky Pankies. When I'm out fishing, or camping, or going on a run, I love that I have these beautiful little things on underneath. It makes me feel so feminine while I'm doing the rugged outdoor stuff.
My Best,
Hannah
Frugal Thoughts
Well, I am, without a doubt, the cheapest—err most frugal—person I know. So I never spent much on underthings. Like a lot of women, I find much women's underwear VERY uncomfortable, misery-making, in fact. A colleague suggested I do as she does—wear her hubby's boxer briefs. So I did. She was right; men's boxer briefs are very comfy. I scored about 20 after a bunch of new ones were donated to Habitat for Humanity post-Katrina. They were a quarter! I was set for life.
A few weeks ago, another colleague took me aside and whispered that my men's boxer briefs were showing. Since we are professors, this might be mirth-inducing for the students.
Like all teachers, I did the research and discovered your large cadre of devotees. However, I scoffed at the testimonials and tried some cheap knock-offs. VERRRRY uncomfortable.
Then I ordered my daughter a gift from a tony store and added ONE PAIR of the original lace thongs (since it didn't add to shipping! Very frugal!). Well, now I am a convert. I wash my single pair out EVERY NIGHT. I am going to get a few more soon. I figure if I have 4 @ 18 dollars=72 dollars. Hey! That's only $6.00/month. That's only 20 cents a day! Don't all the frugalistas say to consider cost per wear?
Thanks for a great product.
frugalscholar
Salute Your Hanky Panky's!
Dear Hanky Panky,
My fiancé and I have been together for three years and he has grown to love Hanky Panky's just as much as I do (he has no other choice)! He is currently in the United States Air Force on a Special Duty Assignment where his Command travels around the country and even overseas almost 200 days a year.
My fiancé and I have been together for three years and he has grown to love Hanky Panky's just as much as I do (he has no other choice)! He is currently in the United States Air Force on a Special Duty Assignment where his Command travels around the country and even overseas almost 200 days a year.
One evening before a 2 month deployment, he said, "Let me pick a pair of ‘Pank’s’ to take with me." I instantly lit up but couldn't decide which pair I could part with!
It is now a tradition; every time he leaves for a trip he picks a different pair of my Hanky Panky’s and packs 'em in his suitcase! Yes, I have over 50 pairs of HP’s! My undies have seen more of the world than I have but they are certainly safe with my Airman! :)
Love,
CM
Alexandria, VA
P.S. He starts off every "Skype Date" we have with the pair of "Pank's" that he picked…on his head.
Love,
CM
Alexandria, VA
P.S. He starts off every "Skype Date" we have with the pair of "Pank's" that he picked…on his head.
Granny Thongs
Dear Hanky Panky,
My Grandmother recently had a stroke and passed away. My mother, sister and I gathered to see her through hospice in West Palm Beach. As you can imagine, it was a tough time for all of us. Not having made it home for Christmas the December before, made it harder for me as it was our last with Grandma. The last time I had seen her was when I was working a conference in her town and she stopped by to help.
On the day of my grandmother's funeral, my sister and I were getting dressed in the guest room. She spotted my teal and floral signature Hanky Panky Most Comfortable Thong and busted out laughing, "I can't believe Grandma got you that thong too!"
It took me a minute to understand why our 86 year-old, church-lady Grandma was purchasing thongs at all. And then it hit me, I was lucky enough to have Lida on a panel just one year earlier in West Palm Beach. Hanky Panky had generously provided thongs for our gift bags. Grandma had helped stuff the gift bags. Turns out that next Christmas (her last) a thong ended up in a stocking or two. Grandma had borrowed from the gift bags!
Needless to say, my sister and I laughed for a good while and it made everything a bit lighter. Thank you Hanky Panky for making a great memory during a tough time! My sister and I still laugh every time one of us pulls up the waistband on that signature thong!
Best,
EC
Good Luck Thongs
I travel to Africa and Asia on humanitarian missions at least 4 times a year. I take a variety of colors of Hanky Panky thongs on each trip…always wearing the red ones for good luck on the plane ride!!! Yes, I’m crazy…but so far, so good. Let’s hope your red thongs continue to make my travels safe ones.
Barb
Barb
Spreading the Word
Hi Hanky Panky enthusiasts worldwide! Let me start off by reassuring you: I HAVE NOT BEEN PAID TO ADVERTISE THIS LINE NOR HAVE I BEEN COERCED IN ANY WAY!! Ok, when I first heard about Hanky Panky, I balked at the price but decided to splurge on myself. I just had to try the underwear that is so light and comfortable and doesn't leave ghastly, itchy lines on your sides. I bought one and I WAS HOOKED. The very next day, I was off to the store for 3 more. Since then, I've added a lot more of the low rise thongs to my collection. I'm a nurse so I have to do a lot of walking, bending, lifting etc. and I cannot afford to have anything distracting me from my tasks. These Hanky Pankys are the best ever!!
EH
EH
Hanky Panky in South Africa
Good day from South Africa!
Ever since my wife’s first pair of Hanky Pankys, bought on a special overseas holiday, nothing is good enough! Not only do they make HER feel great, but she looks sooo good in them too.
An appreciative “Hanky Panky” husband!
Brendan
Ever since my wife’s first pair of Hanky Pankys, bought on a special overseas holiday, nothing is good enough! Not only do they make HER feel great, but she looks sooo good in them too.
An appreciative “Hanky Panky” husband!
Brendan
Obsession
I am completely and totally obsessed with Hanky Panky brand thongs. They are unbelievable. If you don't have them yet, run out and buy some TODAY. I have converted so many of my friends into Hanky Panky girls. I really can't shut up about them and I've basically had my own marketing campaign for years (shouting from the rooftops how great these things are)! For those of you who aren't in on the secret yet, they are these lacy thong underwear that are comfortable as HELL, yet totally sexy at the same time. You can't even tell you are wearing them (meaning that they don't ride up your ass like dental floss) and there are absolutely zero panty lines with these things. The best part? They are...(wait for it)...ONE SIZE FITS ALL! They aren't kidding on this one, because I wore those suckers right up through my last month of pregnancy, and I had gained a good 50 pounds. I checked into the hospital wearing a maternity track suit (nothing else fit) and a Hanky Panky thong. And I was the sexiest chick that had ever hit Sky Ridge Medical Center.
Mary F.
A Deal is a Deal
I am completely and totally obsessed with Hanky Panky brand thongs. They are unbelievable. If you don't have them yet, run out and buy some TODAY. I have converted so many of my friends into Hanky Panky girls. I really can't shut up about them and I've basically had my own marketing campaign for years (shouting from the rooftops how great these things are)! For those of you who aren't in on the secret yet, they are these lacy thong underwear that are comfortable as HELL, yet totally sexy at the same time. You can't even tell you are wearing them (meaning that they don't ride up your ass like dental floss) and there are absolutely zero panty lines with these things. The best part? They are...(wait for it)...ONE SIZE FITS ALL! They aren't kidding on this one, because I wore those suckers right up through my last month of pregnancy, and I had gained a good 50 pounds. I checked into the hospital wearing a maternity track suit (nothing else fit) and a Hanky Panky thong. And I was the sexiest chick that had ever hit Sky Ridge Medical Center.
Mary F.
A Deal is a Deal
My very sexy boyfriend and I made a special deal one night—he agrees to style his goatee exactly as I want it and I buy lingerie for him. Can you believe I arranged for a consultation with my stylist and he had to modify it twice before I was happy? A deal is a deal, right? Onto my end of the bargain… I am a fairly curvy Hispanic girl so finding the perfect piece was a challenge. I had several Hanky Panky thongs which he was already a fan of. He says they flatter my figure (booty). When I found the bralette to go with my black lace Hanky Panky thong, I couldn’t wait to show them off. He was so excited to see me in the ensemble! Some might say it was a shame I didn’t get to wear them for long but, keeping it in perspective, I had a great time! Thanks Hanky Panky!
Laura M
Laura M
Fabulously Sexy Yet Practical
A girl who always wore boring cotton panties and thought thongs were uncomfortable, I finally got up the courage to try your thongs and absolutely fell in love! I discovered that they are not only fabulously sexy, but they are also completely comfortable and even practical. With their amazingly soft and stretchy lace band, your thongs have helped me avoid the dreaded VPL. Thanks to you and The Wall Street Journal, I have been VPL-free and feeling sexy!!
Thanks Hanky Panky!
RW
Thanks Hanky Panky!
RW
Hanky Panky in Tribeca
So, I was shopping one day in a Tribeca boutique and I saw a box on the counter with little rolled up “lace things.” I asked the girl behind the counter what they were and she gushed! She told me they were the most comfortable things she’s ever worn—the BEST panties ever. Needless to say I was skeptical. Must be another sales pitch, I thought. So I went back to the store a few times, and FINALLY bought a pair. To say I was thrilled would be a gross understatement.
I went back two days later and bought every color. I even bought some for my mom! This was two years ago. Since then, I have bought more than I care to admit to. I even have my girlfriends wearing them! But the true testament is that I wore them all through my pregnancy!
I love HANKY PANKY!!! I will wear nothing else!
Lovingly,
Michelle
I went back two days later and bought every color. I even bought some for my mom! This was two years ago. Since then, I have bought more than I care to admit to. I even have my girlfriends wearing them! But the true testament is that I wore them all through my pregnancy!
I love HANKY PANKY!!! I will wear nothing else!
Lovingly,
Michelle
Tasteful Boyfriend
My boyfriend has exquisite taste and knows how to use it. He knew I was annoyed at him one snowy afternoon. Later the next day I got a text saying he had a gift for me. When I opened the box, it was the most adorable bralette and panty set I had ever seen! Bright orange and floral print, with hot pink lace! How do you stay annoyed at someone who buys you super comfy underwear in your favorite colors?
Alison H.
Alison H.
Hanky Panky Every Day
I never understood those girls who claim to wear thongs EVERY DAY. “Oh, you just get used to it,” they’d say. My thought was, if I wanted to be that uncomfortable ALL THE TIME, I’d walk around with a tree branch in my jeans! Recently, I picked up a couple of the low-rise Hanky Pankys (Pankies?). Declining a shopping bag, I tossed the rolls into my purse and took them home. Great news: I AM one of those every-day-thong-wearing girls now, but I’ll only do it with one brand: the accept-no-substitutes 4911 low-rise thong from Hanky Panky (and I now own MANY more than the two I started with!). I love these things! Thank you so much for thinking of our comfort and our need to look great in our lingerie at the same time! This underwear is nothing short of heroic to the institution of being a chick—thanks so much again!
Rachel
Rachel
Nordstrom Manager
I am 50 years old and am Assistant Manager for lingerie at Nordstrom. I had heard that Hanky Panky's are comfortable, but they were not something I had ever considered wearing. However, as Assistant Manager, I felt I should try them. To my surprise, I love them and look forward to sharing my story with my customers. You don't have to be young to wear a thong--and they're comfortable! I love your product and will be selling it to my customers.
DMcW
DMcW
Biking Bride
I've always been a cotton hipster type of gal. I'd much rather suffer panty lines than the discomfort of a thong.
My friend recently gave me a pair of your low rise thongs as the "something blue" for my wedding day and I don't remember thinking about my undies once. We even biked seven miles to our reception!
Thank you for allowing me to focus on more important things on my wedding day.
Angela H. (teacher)
My friend recently gave me a pair of your low rise thongs as the "something blue" for my wedding day and I don't remember thinking about my undies once. We even biked seven miles to our reception!
Thank you for allowing me to focus on more important things on my wedding day.
Angela H. (teacher)
The Kitchen Club
During dinner at The Kitchen Club in NYC, I was presented with a lovely lace panty--the Hanky Panky ruched boy short. It's rich turquoise hue stood out amid warm yellow walls of the restaurant. In the ambient light, the tiny garment took on an otherworldly glow.
Too pretty to hide away, I left the panty on our table.
Marja Samsom, owner of the restaurant stopped at our table. "Ah, just my size." For a moment I considered giving the panty to her in thanks for the delicious dumpling dinner we were enjoying. However, my passion for beauty won over any glimmer of generosity. I decided to keep them.
But strange forces were at work that night. Perhaps Marja sent Chibi, her charming canine assistant, to distract me with those soulful eyes. I left without my enchanted panties.
The next day, word got around that Marja sent an e-mail to Gale Epstein, owner of Hanky Panky: Anonymous diner calls in to report loss during dinner of turquoise lace Hanky Panky panties!
Diane C.
(pantyless in NJ)
Too pretty to hide away, I left the panty on our table.
Marja Samsom, owner of the restaurant stopped at our table. "Ah, just my size." For a moment I considered giving the panty to her in thanks for the delicious dumpling dinner we were enjoying. However, my passion for beauty won over any glimmer of generosity. I decided to keep them.
But strange forces were at work that night. Perhaps Marja sent Chibi, her charming canine assistant, to distract me with those soulful eyes. I left without my enchanted panties.
The next day, word got around that Marja sent an e-mail to Gale Epstein, owner of Hanky Panky: Anonymous diner calls in to report loss during dinner of turquoise lace Hanky Panky panties!
Diane C.
(pantyless in NJ)
Frisky Men
Three mid-aged couples--close friends for years--were sharing a house for a long summer weekend. The wives are all avid Hanky Panky wearers with only color and style separating their tastes.
When the men were returning from golf, one of them suggested the crazy idea that they "borrow" Hanky Panky thongs from their wives and secretly wear them to dinner. Needless to say, there was a fair amount of squirming at the restaurant that evening.
After dinner, when they all arrived back at the house, the men lined up--arms over each others' shoulders in a chorus line--and broke into their rendition of "My Baby Does the Hanky Panky". At the end of the song, the men dropped their drawers in unison and took a bow, as their stunned wives fell to the ground with uncontainable howls of laughter.
E.M., Esq.
When the men were returning from golf, one of them suggested the crazy idea that they "borrow" Hanky Panky thongs from their wives and secretly wear them to dinner. Needless to say, there was a fair amount of squirming at the restaurant that evening.
After dinner, when they all arrived back at the house, the men lined up--arms over each others' shoulders in a chorus line--and broke into their rendition of "My Baby Does the Hanky Panky". At the end of the song, the men dropped their drawers in unison and took a bow, as their stunned wives fell to the ground with uncontainable howls of laughter.
E.M., Esq.
South Africa to the South
A client introduced me to Hanky Pankies--she swore by them. I ended up replacing the scads of undies in my lingerie drawer with a lacy pile of HP's.
Soon after, I gave a pair to a friend visiting from South Africa. Her comment--"Why didn't you stop me when I bought other (pricier!) brands? These are so much better!"
And then there's the 73 year old Southern lady--my mom. When she complained about not having the right undies for her mid-rise jeans, I trepidatiously suggested HP's. She looked at my like I was crazy, but agreed to try a pair. She loves them!
Stocking stuffers will be easy this Christmas!
Cheri L.
Soon after, I gave a pair to a friend visiting from South Africa. Her comment--"Why didn't you stop me when I bought other (pricier!) brands? These are so much better!"
And then there's the 73 year old Southern lady--my mom. When she complained about not having the right undies for her mid-rise jeans, I trepidatiously suggested HP's. She looked at my like I was crazy, but agreed to try a pair. She loves them!
Stocking stuffers will be easy this Christmas!
Cheri L.
One Size Really Fits All!
I wanted you to see that people of all ages enjoy your underwear! When you say “one size fits all”, you really mean it. My 16 month old daughter went through the items in my purse and insisted on putting her arms through the leg holes of my spare underwear (which I keep in my purse).
I want you to know that your underwear is all that I wear and I am over 8 months pregnant with my second child!
Thank you for making such a pretty and comfortable product.
Sincerely,
Dr. Robyn B., Toronto, Canada
I want you to know that your underwear is all that I wear and I am over 8 months pregnant with my second child!
Thank you for making such a pretty and comfortable product.
Sincerely,
Dr. Robyn B., Toronto, Canada
THONG VILLANELLE
THONG VILLANELLE
She asks if I've tried thongs. I say, "No way."
But lacy, feminine panties I do lack.
The colors change my mood from drab to gay:
Salmon, plum, celadon, cafe.
The thongs are handed over in a sack.
I protest: she will not let me pay.
Mint, champagne, aquamarine, and they
include two pairs of ever-sexy black.
I am touched. I don't know what to say.
"Try them," she repeats, "for just a day."
They'll be uncomfortable. I'll give them back.
But feeling bold, I try them anyway.
Lida, I know, would not lead me astray.
I choose cerulean from the gossamer stack.
There's also cream and fuchsia, peach, pearl gray.
Thick, ugly cotton underpants--away!
For this, from Tom, I know I'll get no flack.
She asked if I wore thongs. I said, "no way!"
Now thongs transform my mood from drab to gay.
Nancine Tuthill
She asks if I've tried thongs. I say, "No way."
But lacy, feminine panties I do lack.
The colors change my mood from drab to gay:
Salmon, plum, celadon, cafe.
The thongs are handed over in a sack.
I protest: she will not let me pay.
Mint, champagne, aquamarine, and they
include two pairs of ever-sexy black.
I am touched. I don't know what to say.
"Try them," she repeats, "for just a day."
They'll be uncomfortable. I'll give them back.
But feeling bold, I try them anyway.
Lida, I know, would not lead me astray.
I choose cerulean from the gossamer stack.
There's also cream and fuchsia, peach, pearl gray.
Thick, ugly cotton underpants--away!
For this, from Tom, I know I'll get no flack.
She asked if I wore thongs. I said, "no way!"
Now thongs transform my mood from drab to gay.
Nancine Tuthill
Plus Sized Gal
What's a plus sized girl to do when she wants to look and feel like a goddess in her panties but all she can find is either uncomfortable or unattractive? Hanky Panky plus sized thongs are the best discovery I've ever made! They are comfortable enough to wear every day, have never once given me the dreaded thong wedge, they don't leave marks or lines and I always have on something devilishly adorable should my husband ever find himself in the mood. Is it crazy to attribute a ton of self-esteem and self-confidence to underwear?
MM
MM
Sample Sale Near-Disaster
When I read in Daily Candy that Hanky Panky was having a sample sale just blocks from my office, I knew I had to go and spend! I happily snatched over 16 gorgeous pairs of thongs for myself and friends for Christmas. I was elated when I left...like a little kid in a candy store.
Somehow, between the sale and the subway, my shopping bag vanished. I was absolutely horrified and ran laps up and down the streets I'd travelled with no success. I was beyond upset and the only thing I could think of was that one lucky homeless man was going to be wearing some seriously fabulous panties.
Almost in tears, I ran panting back into the sale hoping and praying that someone may have found AND returned it. I had to have them. I was ready to buy all of them again if my bag was nowhere to be found. Low and behold--right at the register I'd checked out at--sat my lonely bag waiting for me to come and reclaim it. And with that revelation came a huge sigh of relief and a new found respect for my undying love of the most fabulous of under garments.
Lindsay
Somehow, between the sale and the subway, my shopping bag vanished. I was absolutely horrified and ran laps up and down the streets I'd travelled with no success. I was beyond upset and the only thing I could think of was that one lucky homeless man was going to be wearing some seriously fabulous panties.
Almost in tears, I ran panting back into the sale hoping and praying that someone may have found AND returned it. I had to have them. I was ready to buy all of them again if my bag was nowhere to be found. Low and behold--right at the register I'd checked out at--sat my lonely bag waiting for me to come and reclaim it. And with that revelation came a huge sigh of relief and a new found respect for my undying love of the most fabulous of under garments.
Lindsay
Holiday Hanky Panky
I received my first pair of fabulous Hanky Panky's in my stocking last Christmas and I immediately fell in love! They are a dream come true. Since then I have been given a pair for every occasion and couldn't be happier. Now I have started giving them as gifts to my friends and to my college roommates. Let's just say that they all are officially hooked! I have definitely started a great tradition among us girls. What an amazing pair of panties to have in your drawer!
Thank You,
CC
Thank You,
CC
Comfortable, Sexy & Patriotic
First of all, I want to thank you for making the world’s greatest underwear. The original 4811 is all I ever wear. I also wanted to thank Ms. Orzeck for the excellent interview in today’s Wall Street Journal (5-11-09 Insight Exchange). Your decision to keep the $18 cost the same even as your costs have increased did not go unnoticed by this loyal customer. I recently purchased several more pairs and love that they are made right here in the USA and every pair is perfect.
Thank you again for making me feel comfortable, sexy and patriotic! :)
Robin W.
Thank you again for making me feel comfortable, sexy and patriotic! :)
Robin W.
Packing Hanky Panky
Friends turned me on to Hanky Panky a few years ago--one gave a leopard-print thong to another for her birthday, saying they were the only underwear she wore. I've since bought thongs, chemises, PJs and camisole-and-boy-short sets.
Recently, a friend of mine who was about to leave on a 10-day trip to Miami and Cuba told me she'd packed 18 HP thongs...just in case it was a two-shower-a-day trip! I laughed and realized there's no way you could do that with ordinary undies. You'd have no space left in your suitcase for anything else!
Lisa F.
Recently, a friend of mine who was about to leave on a 10-day trip to Miami and Cuba told me she'd packed 18 HP thongs...just in case it was a two-shower-a-day trip! I laughed and realized there's no way you could do that with ordinary undies. You'd have no space left in your suitcase for anything else!
Lisa F.
Show Panties
I have grown up with Hanky Panky all of my life since Lida Orzeck, one of the company founders, is my cousin and so for as long as I can remember my sister and I have fought over our Hanky Panky gifts. Hanky Panky was not always available in Canada where we live and so we felt quite exclusive for owning a few items.
Now, I work as a contemporary dancer and choreographer. In the dressing room of a recent performance I did, the topic of "show panties" came up amongst the cast of dancers. "Show panties" are that special thong that you wear for performances. Especially for dancers, finding the right thong that won't show any lines in your costumes and is comfortable is a big deal. So I brought up Hanky Panky in this conversation and, to my surprise, everyone in the room was already sporting a pair and were die hard supporters!
Now, I work as a contemporary dancer and choreographer. In the dressing room of a recent performance I did, the topic of "show panties" came up amongst the cast of dancers. "Show panties" are that special thong that you wear for performances. Especially for dancers, finding the right thong that won't show any lines in your costumes and is comfortable is a big deal. So I brought up Hanky Panky in this conversation and, to my surprise, everyone in the room was already sporting a pair and were die hard supporters!
Medical Hanky Panky
I have been an internist in NYC for over 25 years and therefore have an opportunity to see what women are wearing as underclothes. Increasingly, I have noticed that they are wearing the Hanky Panky thong, in a variety of cheery hues. I know this because Hanky Panky is my favorite brand!
Dr. B.
Dr. B.
Marathong
Of course, everyone knows that Hanky Panky created the world's most comfortable thong...but, did you know it is so comfortable I actually wore one in a marathon? Granted, it took me just about 5 hours to complete the 26.2 miles, but I did so in Hanky Panky style!
Rachel
Rachel
A Sisterly Moment
We are four actresses who performed together earlier this year in an Off Broadway play. We shared one dressing room and when our clothes came off we discovered that we were all wearing Hanky Panky!
A sisterly moment we wanted to share with you.
A sisterly moment we wanted to share with you.
Sarah Paulson
Lily Rabe
Jennifer Dundas
Jessica Stone
Lily Rabe
Jennifer Dundas
Jessica Stone
A Husband's Intimate Knowledge
I recently had the privilege of meeting with Lida, one of the founders of Hanky Panky. When I told my husband the news, he said, "Wow, if that isn't a dream come true for you and your sister." As a devoted Hanky Panky supporter, I was shocked by my husband's intimate knowledge of my sister's underwear of choice! I asked him how on earth he was privy to such information and he reminded me of a trip to Nantucket we took with my sister and her husband. At a store there, my brother-in-law called out to my sister, "Hey, they have that underwear you love. Do you want some?" My husband, who, at the time was my boyfriend, was blown away by the fact that my brother-in-law knew about underwear brands. Of course, when my husband sees Hanky Panky in a store now, he is the first to call it out to me!
Monica Murphy
www.thesolemates.com
Monica Murphy
www.thesolemates.com
Committed Relationship
After nine months of planning, I called off my wedding 5 weeks before the big day. The dress had been bought and tailored, the menus planned, flowers ordered, church and hotels reserved, invitations ready to go. So, after letters to guests, returned wedding gifts and lots of tears, we undid all the planning. I had to return to my hometown to pick up my wedding dress. My three best friends rallied together and came home as well and we turned it into the best girls' weekends ever. The Saturday morning I was to pick up my dress, the girls came to my parents' house and, along with my mom, made Bloody Marys before heading out to the dress shop. Post-dress pickup, we went to lunch and then, of course, went shopping. Our first stop? The lingerie department! The three of them literally made a beeline to a table full of Hanky Pankies and, before I knew it, I was the owner of 3 pair of HP thongs. The day marked the beginning of a beautiful, committed relationship that I KNOW will last a lifetime!
One Size
I really enjoy shopping for myself however one item I detest shopping for is under garments. Yes, I think they are beautiful when I pass by the local shop windows but it never fails to bore me when I start trying them on. After choosing to stop by a little shop here in Boise & looking at the lovely wares (I was already starting to lose interest) when the sales girl told me that Hanky Panky's were her favorite panties. She walks me over to the silk lined drawer where the Hanky Panky's are kept & proceeds to tell me that we wear the same size. Right I think as I stare at this woman. She begins to tell me she & all of her customers do too. I hold the neatly wrapped package of panties & think well why not? Here begins my love of Hanky Panky; they truly were the most comfortable undies in my drawer & my sweetie found them sexy too! I am slowly building my collection & enjoying the time I spend doing so.
Nicole
No VPL
I had heard girlfriends' general praises for thong-style underwear, versus traditional "cheek-covering" undies. I tried several times, and they were all terribly uncomfortable. Another unfortunate realization... these thongs often peeked up above the waistband of my favorite low-rise pants for all the world to see. Awful! So, I reverted to settling for my original fashion faux pas: the dreaded V.P.L (Visible Panty Lines!) Then one day, a wonderful friend revealed her secret, Hanky Panky thongs! Lo and behold, I'm a believer! With Hanky Panky thongs backing me up, my wardrobe grew significantly, to include a rich abundance of my favorite style pants: snug-fitting low-rise jeans and pants... with NO lines, no VPL, and no peeking thongs! Glory!!!
HH
Wearing a Whisper
I'm a serious, professional woman who never so much as considered the possibility of wearing thongs, until a friend gave me a bunch of them.They were in a palette of beautiful pastel and bright shades, and, of course, black. A color for every mood. "Try them," she said, and I did.
Having them on felt like wearing a whisper, and soon I couldn't wear my cotton briefs any more, the ones that were identical to what I'd worn as a child: thick, sturdy, flesh-colored horrors that never seemed to wear out. (My thongs are sturdy, too, for all their delicacy.) I bought more.
I'm a Hanky Panky fan now. Who would have thought it? Evidently, life doesn't have to be lived in grim underwear.
Love,
Nancy
Having them on felt like wearing a whisper, and soon I couldn't wear my cotton briefs any more, the ones that were identical to what I'd worn as a child: thick, sturdy, flesh-colored horrors that never seemed to wear out. (My thongs are sturdy, too, for all their delicacy.) I bought more.
I'm a Hanky Panky fan now. Who would have thought it? Evidently, life doesn't have to be lived in grim underwear.
Love,
Nancy
Genius Goddesses
Gale and Lida,
You are genius goddesses.
Most of my girlfriends wear thongs and tell me how it makes them feel all fabulous and sexy all day long.
Well, every brand I ever tried made me feel annoyed after an hour and I would promptly remove them in the bathroom at work, go commando and carry them in my bag all day, or throw them away!
Until......I was told about your product. And actually tried a pair.
Wow. These are comfortable, look great and I must say my man always told me he dug my cute mesh boy shorts (which I am sure he does...) but he was practically mesmerized when I sported my new Hanky Panky. A great night was had by all...
Thanks again!
Summer
You are genius goddesses.
Most of my girlfriends wear thongs and tell me how it makes them feel all fabulous and sexy all day long.
Well, every brand I ever tried made me feel annoyed after an hour and I would promptly remove them in the bathroom at work, go commando and carry them in my bag all day, or throw them away!
Until......I was told about your product. And actually tried a pair.
Wow. These are comfortable, look great and I must say my man always told me he dug my cute mesh boy shorts (which I am sure he does...) but he was practically mesmerized when I sported my new Hanky Panky. A great night was had by all...
Thanks again!
Summer
Grateful Husband
Hello Hanky Panky Staff –
First, I wanted to tell you that my wife loves your products. She has been ranting and raving about Hanky Pankys since she put her first pair on. Now it has become a regular topic among all her friends, coworkers and acquaintances. I can’t remember a conversation where Hanky Panky has not come up. Secondly, I wanted to thank you for your quality products. It’s not everyday that a husband gets to be satisfied by his wife’s happiness in her underpants. Thank you. We have been married for almost two years and I have to tell you that Hanky Panky will be a long part of our marriage. Thank you again for you dedication to quality and for making my wife feel incredible.
A grateful husband,
Greg
First, I wanted to tell you that my wife loves your products. She has been ranting and raving about Hanky Pankys since she put her first pair on. Now it has become a regular topic among all her friends, coworkers and acquaintances. I can’t remember a conversation where Hanky Panky has not come up. Secondly, I wanted to thank you for your quality products. It’s not everyday that a husband gets to be satisfied by his wife’s happiness in her underpants. Thank you. We have been married for almost two years and I have to tell you that Hanky Panky will be a long part of our marriage. Thank you again for you dedication to quality and for making my wife feel incredible.
A grateful husband,
Greg
A Rainbow of Thongs
Have I mentioned how exciting it is to have a drawer full of cool underpants? How does one decide one color over another? I decided to let my mood dictate my underthings. I wore the bright pink yesterday because I was feeling sassy. Today, I was feeling more conservative, yet still a bit sassy, and chose the beige because it was a pretty close match to my beige bra. I cannot predict what the future holds, but tomorrow is a brand new day…and yet another opportunity to wear cool underpants!
Love,
Greta
Hanky Panky in the Boardroom
Dear Hanky Panky,
After I sent this story to my girlfriends, they were laughing so hard and were so entertained they insisted I send the story to you. For whatever entertainment it may provide! (PS: Hanky Panky is the only kind of underwear I will wear). Today among the many things I did, I gave a training to one of my new clients, on managing their account. A training usually involves a web meeting where I share my screen with the attendees and they can then see how to go through the account as I walk them through. At the very END of the training I looked at my browser and realize that the entire time the Google toolbar had something in it. Something I’d searched for many hours prior and forgotten about: HANKY PANKY THONGS! I can only hope they didn’t see, or that if they did, they think, well damn, at least she’s got good taste in panties.
After I sent this story to my girlfriends, they were laughing so hard and were so entertained they insisted I send the story to you. For whatever entertainment it may provide! (PS: Hanky Panky is the only kind of underwear I will wear). Today among the many things I did, I gave a training to one of my new clients, on managing their account. A training usually involves a web meeting where I share my screen with the attendees and they can then see how to go through the account as I walk them through. At the very END of the training I looked at my browser and realize that the entire time the Google toolbar had something in it. Something I’d searched for many hours prior and forgotten about: HANKY PANKY THONGS! I can only hope they didn’t see, or that if they did, they think, well damn, at least she’s got good taste in panties.
Lara
Bidding War
Recently, I attended a fundraising Gala. There was both a silent and live auction. The live auction opened with an offer of 7 pairs of Hanky Panky underwear beautifully wrapped in a basket. The hope was that the idea would inspire some outrageous bidding and set the stage for the evening…following--of course--the cocktail hour. Several people started bidding and the price was quickly raised to over $500.00. My husband got into what I guess can only be called a bidding war and I now have 7 pairs of your panties for a cost of $625.00 and for a cause I cherish.
I love them, they are incredibly comfortable, they leave no panty lines and the colors are great!
Ellen W.
I love them, they are incredibly comfortable, they leave no panty lines and the colors are great!
Ellen W.
Man's Best Friend
Dear Gale and Lida,
Until this past weekend I had never heard of Hanky Panky. However that all changed after my dog Rudy (a 120 pound Rottweiler/German Shepherd) ate the crotch out of a pair of your panties. My lady friend was visiting for the weekend and after a night of dancing had stuffed her thong into a gym bag which she had left in the bathroom. The next morning I found them on the floor with the crotch chewed out and much to my chagrin learned that this was not an ordinary pair of thongs. Fortunately for him and for me my lady friend has a good sense of humor and is very understanding. Consequently she gave me an education on thongs and on Hanky Panky in particular. She went on and on about the comfort and quality of your panties.
From a man’s perspective I find your thongs to be very erotic, sexy and classy but maybe what’s even more important, they achieve this without being tacky.From now on rather than sending my lady friend flowers, she’ll be getting a pair of Hanky Panky thongs. Thank you for making such a fine product. Oh, and if you need a slogan, may I suggest “Hanky Panky, comfortable for women but loved by man and man’s best friend” or “Hanky Panky, your man and his dog will love them”. You get the idea, it’s just a thought.
Thanks again.
Sincerely and on behalf of Rudy,
Mike
Until this past weekend I had never heard of Hanky Panky. However that all changed after my dog Rudy (a 120 pound Rottweiler/German Shepherd) ate the crotch out of a pair of your panties. My lady friend was visiting for the weekend and after a night of dancing had stuffed her thong into a gym bag which she had left in the bathroom. The next morning I found them on the floor with the crotch chewed out and much to my chagrin learned that this was not an ordinary pair of thongs. Fortunately for him and for me my lady friend has a good sense of humor and is very understanding. Consequently she gave me an education on thongs and on Hanky Panky in particular. She went on and on about the comfort and quality of your panties.
From a man’s perspective I find your thongs to be very erotic, sexy and classy but maybe what’s even more important, they achieve this without being tacky.From now on rather than sending my lady friend flowers, she’ll be getting a pair of Hanky Panky thongs. Thank you for making such a fine product. Oh, and if you need a slogan, may I suggest “Hanky Panky, comfortable for women but loved by man and man’s best friend” or “Hanky Panky, your man and his dog will love them”. You get the idea, it’s just a thought.
Thanks again.
Sincerely and on behalf of Rudy,
Mike
Beautiful Bridesmaids
Dear Hanky Panky,
On my wedding day, I wore your low rise bridal thong so that I could look and feel as beautiful as I had always imagined. Your thongs give me the confidence I desire in lingerie.
In turn, I wanted to give each of my seven bridesmaids a gift that would make them feel beautiful. So, of course, I gave them each a pink bridesmaid thong. One of my bridesmaids even cried, "This is the best day ever—my best friend is getting married and I am going to be smokin'!"
All of my bridesmaids shared this sentiment and told me that it was so nice to have been given a gift that made them feel as confident and sexy standing up in front of an audience as I did. They sure needed it too—about 10 minutes before walking down the aisle, we each took a quick bathroom break. All of our dresses had sashes on them. And we ALL dipped them in the toilets!
There was nothing we could do! Each of our dresses had a 4 inch watermark down the end of the sash.
My bridesmaid Jess said it best, "Whatever, at least we are sexy as hell underneath it all."
Quickly, we had the photographer snap a picture of our disaster and we just smiled and laughed all the way down the aisle.
Later, at the reception, I had several guests come up to me and say, "Wow, you and your friends are some of the happiest girls we have ever seen." Yep, that sure is true.
So, thank you Hanky Panky, for lightening up a tough situation and making us all feel like the amazing women we are!!!
Anne
On my wedding day, I wore your low rise bridal thong so that I could look and feel as beautiful as I had always imagined. Your thongs give me the confidence I desire in lingerie.
In turn, I wanted to give each of my seven bridesmaids a gift that would make them feel beautiful. So, of course, I gave them each a pink bridesmaid thong. One of my bridesmaids even cried, "This is the best day ever—my best friend is getting married and I am going to be smokin'!"
All of my bridesmaids shared this sentiment and told me that it was so nice to have been given a gift that made them feel as confident and sexy standing up in front of an audience as I did. They sure needed it too—about 10 minutes before walking down the aisle, we each took a quick bathroom break. All of our dresses had sashes on them. And we ALL dipped them in the toilets!
There was nothing we could do! Each of our dresses had a 4 inch watermark down the end of the sash.
My bridesmaid Jess said it best, "Whatever, at least we are sexy as hell underneath it all."
Quickly, we had the photographer snap a picture of our disaster and we just smiled and laughed all the way down the aisle.
Later, at the reception, I had several guests come up to me and say, "Wow, you and your friends are some of the happiest girls we have ever seen." Yep, that sure is true.
So, thank you Hanky Panky, for lightening up a tough situation and making us all feel like the amazing women we are!!!
Anne
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