9 Best Underwear and Panties For FUPA

Let’s get straight to the point: I need underwear that can cover, contain and flatten my FUPA without looking like I’m wearing panties from my grandma’s drawer!

I’m going to guess that you feel the same way which is why you ended up here.

Don’t worry, I’ve got you (and my FUPA) covered. There are a lot of underwear duds out there so I’m going to help you separate marketing hype from real results. We’ll start by breaking down exactly what makes a pair of panties good at handling FUPAs and how to find them.  Then I’ll share my 9 favorite picks with something for just about everyone.

But if you want to skip ahead and just check out my recommendations you can see them here:

Let’s Make Sure We’re On The Same Page With The Word FUPA

FUPA can be a bit of a controversial topic but it simply means “fat upper pubic area”. Yes, there are some definitions that aren’t quite so G-rated but that’s not what we’re working with here.

If “fat upper pubic area” is a good enough definition for Beyonce then it’s a good enough definition for us!

There are plenty of other terms out there like a muffin top and while not all of them are that cute they all mean the same thing.

Even though we talk a lot about plus size women a lot here, and we will in this article too, just because you have a FUPA doesn’t automatically mean you’re considered plus size. Instead, a FUPA can be a result of genetics, childbirth, or a long list of other factors.

That’s why you see Beyonce bragging about her FUPA along with the rest of us mere mortals!

What Makes Good Fupa Covering and Controlling Underwear?

We’re looking for panties that will both cover our FUPA’s by being high-waisted but we also need something that’s elastic enough to flatten the FUPA too.

While that seems straightforward enough, it’s not always so easy to find so let’s break down what you need to look for in the perfect pair of FUPA-friendly underwear.

High Waist (But Not Too High)

If you want to keep your FUPA under control, you’re going to need underwear that’s high enough to reach it.

I know, it’s obvious but what isn’t always so obvious is just how many options you have to pull this off.

There are of course the classic granny panties but we’re both better than that!

Instead, you’re going to want to look for underwear that’s specifically designed to target the FUPA or look for boy short underwear for women. The FUPA-friendly undies will be easier to spot since they’ll mention things like “muffin top control” or really emphasize the high-waisted aspect. But many boy shorts can do the job too and won’t exactly advertise these features.

As an added bonus, boy shorts can also be a lifesaver when it comes to dealing with chafing between your legs.

Even though there are hundreds of panties on the market that advertise themselves as high-waisted it doesn’t mean the same thing across all brands. Some “high waisted” panties are barely any higher than normal while others can go well above your belly button.

To make things easier, I’ll also make note of how high, in relation to your belly button, the panties will go. Of course, this will vary depending on your height but this should give you a great idea of how the underwear will fit. Usually, the higher the waist the better the FUPA control so if you want the best possible FUPA flattening undies then stick with options that rise to or above your belly button.

Roll Resistance and Elasticity

A high waist is only the first step and even underwear that goes to your belly button can still roll over if it’s not strong or elastic enough. Not only does that put your FUPA on full display, but it’s also pretty darn uncomfortable!

Instead, we need underwear that has some elasticity to it. This can be in the form of elastic material that applies pressure across your FUPA or a strong elastic band at the top that keeps everything the place.

Underwear that applies steady pressure across your FUPA is usually the best option and the most reliable. Look for descriptions like “Double Support” or similar terms to find these highly elastic and FUPA fighting options.

In some more extreme scenarios, shapewear items may even use a steel frame to prevent underwear from rolling. This can be a good thing but it can also be a bit uncomfortable. Since I personally associate steel frames with shapewear more than underwear (and because they can be so uncomfortable, especially if you have a belly), I haven’t included any of these options on the list.

Style

Even though FUPA control is my priority, I don’t want to look like a mess either!

Most FUPA-friendly underwear will make their product more appealing by adding a little lace. Even when it comes to boy shorts, this can be a great way to just make the otherwise bland design look cuter.

Honestly, this works really well so it’s usually part of my go-to recommendations.

Material

In order to get the elasticity that we need, we’re going to need some kind of blended fabric. However, we don’t need anything crazy and just the addition of 5% elastic can totally change how underwear fits and how well it manages a FUPA.

But we will usually want to avoid underwear that’s 100% cotton or other natural material since there just won’t be enough stretch.

How To Size FUPA Control Underwear

The last thing we need to consider is size and while you can simply order your normal size, there’s also some value in ordering a size that’s a little bit smaller than usual. Tighter underwear, especially if they’re already designed to control your FUPA, will do an even better job of keeping everything locked into place.

However, you wouldn’t want to do this with every pair as you’re just going to end up a little uncomfortable every day.

Instead, I purchased a handful of smaller-sized FUPA control panties that I wear with certain outfits- usually tighter dresses. The rest of the time, I can wear my normal size and still control my FUPA while staying more comfortable.

It’s also worth mentioning because picking the right size is a critical part of making any FUPA control panty work! If you order a size that’s too big, you may decide that they don’t work when in reality if they’re not sized properly then they can’t work.

Best Underwear For FUPAs

Now that we know exactly what we’re looking for, let’s take a closer look at our favorite options. Here’s a picture of some of the underwear mentioned in this review. 

Best Overall: Wirarpa High Waisted FUPA Control Underwear

These high waisted panties from Wirarpa check just about every box we look for when it comes to FUPA control which is why they’re a clear winner for the best overall spot.

To start with, they’re very size-inclusive and the 5XL can accommodate waist sizes up to 56 inches. You’ll still need to check your hip measurements but I immediately love that they aren’t leaving out a huge population of women by just limiting sizing to XL or something similar.

When it comes to FUPA control, these are the real deal. They’re high-waisted and will end up right around your belly button for most women. Of course, that’s going to depend on your height, waist, FUPA and more so it’s hard to say exactly where they’ll end up but I’ve found that the belly button level is usually the best height for keeping FUPAs under control while staying comfortable.

However, if you’re one of the ladies that find anything on your belly button uncomfortable then you may want to go for some of the even higher rise options on this list.

In addition to the higher waist, they’ve also added extra reinforcement specifically to the FUPA area. Not only does this keep your FUPA flat, but it also prevents these from rolling down which is absolutely critical to fighting FUPAs and staying comfortable.

The color choices are good but nothing to write home about and if you want something that’s cuter then check out some of the other options on this list. Still, these don’t look like your traditional granny panties and they’ve done a great job helping the reinforced FUPA area blend in.

The other factor that really helps these stand out is comfort and the use of combed cotton as thefs primary material makes these undies super comfortable since combed cotton is softer than traditional cotton. It also helps that there’s a wide crotch on these which prevents an uncomfortable wedgie situation.

Finally, there are more than 40,000 five-star reviews for this underwear which is an absolutely massive amount. As you’d expect with that many reviews, there’s a wide range of women that are leaving reviews including many plus-size women along with those who have recently had a child.

You can read more of those reviews (along with checking out the pictures), see all your color choices, and check today’s price on Amazon by clicking here.

 

Runner Up: ASIMOON Cotton Stretch No Muffin Top Underwear

Our runner up still does an excellent job of dealing with FUPAs and the biggest difference between this pair and our best overall is where they each sit in relation to your belly button. 

This pair from ASIMOON will usually sit around an inch or so below your belly button. Some women may find this more comfortable while others may find that this doesn’t quite do enough to keep their FUPA flat as higher waisted underwear is almost always better if you’re prioritizing FUPA control. 

As with many other FUPA-friendly panties, these feature a double layer around the waist for extra flattening power right where you need it. The cotton blend is comfortable, but may not be quite as comfortable as the combed cotton blend in our best overall. Still, these will keep your FUPA flat and the design prevents roll over.

One thing I really love about these undies are the available designs and that’s one area where they’re a bit better than our best overall pick. You can choose from all the classic underwear colors along with some brighter and cuter colors. You can also choose from lace designs that are even more stylish.

Then there’s the option for a brightly colored bottom half with a black top which I absolutely love! This combination of black and color keeps these undies cute but also prevents them from drawing too much attention if they happen to peak out under your shirt.

After all, high-waisted underwear could easily go as high as your pants (or even higher) but the black top won’t stand out like bright pink would and can even blend in if you’re wearing a pair of dress pants or something similar.

Overall, these are a great pick for any FUPA and best for ladies that want something high-waisted that still sits below their belly button. As an added bonus, you can choose from a handful of great patterns and colors. It also helps that there are more than 10,000 five-star reviews supporting this pair of muffin-top fighting panties.

You can read more of those reviews, take a closer look at the colors and see today’s price on Amazon by clicking here.

 

Best Size Options For Plus Size Women: Barbra’s High-Waist Tummy Control Panties

Even if you aren’t plus size, this high waisted pair of FUPA fighting panties is still a great pick. To start with, they’re one of the higher raise options and you can expect them to sit several inches above your belly button which is great for bigger tummies or larger FUPAs.

The material is also somewhat unique not only for this list but for just about any FUPA control underwear. Instead of the more common cotton combination, these are made from a mostly synthetic blend that mimics silk giving it a smoother feel and appearance. However, this could be a major pro for some ladies and a con for others so consider your past panty preferences!

But what really helps these panties stand out is the size inclusivity. While figuring out exactly how a brand defines plus size can be confusing, it’s easy to see some size inclusivity here with sizes that can accommodate 60-inch waists.

Just keep in mind that this underwear still describes its largest size as a 5XL despite it being larger than the 5XL from other brands. I know, it’s one of many areas of size confusion but your best bet is to check the size chart on any of these brands. More specifically, the size chart image that’s provided by the brand as that will be the most accurate. You can also check out plenty of other plus size ladies here on Amazon that are sharing their sizes along with photos of how these fit so you can get a better feel for these undies.

The only downside with these undies is that they aren’t exactly cute and they do look a bit like your classic granny panty. That’s not necessarily a bad thing and we’re talking about controlling a FUPA more than anything else. Still, you can find cuter FUPA control panties on this list but if you like the silky material, high waist, and inclusive sizes then this could be a good choice.

You can check out all the colors, read more reviews and see today’s price on Amazon by clicking here.

 

Best To Prevent Chafing: Wirarpa Anti-Chafing Long Leg Boy Shorts

We’ve already talked about how your standard boy short underwear can be a great choice for preventing FUPA and chafing but this pair of long leg undies from Wirarpa takes things to the next level.

You get a higher waist that you need with FUPA control underwear but also long legs with a roughly 8-inch inseam- depending on what size you buy. This makes these a perfect choice for ladies that are sensitive to chafing or just have a lot of walking ahead of them.

Maybe you want to go on that bar crawl and wear a nice dress without your FUPA making an appearance? These could be a great way to pull that off without chafing. Just look how long they are.

Additionally, you can even wear these as shorts all on their own though I wouldn’t recommend that outside of the gym or just for hanging out around the house. I love that they go all the way up to my belly button, plus they some waist control.

However, the biggest downside here is that these don’t have a liner as you’d expect in panties. That’s one of several areas where these walk the line between shorts and underwear but many women choose to simply wear their usual underwear (a thong works well) underneath these.

That way you get the protection of panties while avoiding chafing and a prominent FUPA. Plus, these are so breathable and then, despite offering protection. This is something you want if you sweat a little more like I do on hot days!

You can also choose from a nice variety of colors which is great however you choose the wear these. They come in neutral colors as well as pinks, blues, purples, and more! Plus, there’s good attention to detail like the thick waistband and durable stitching you can see in this photo.

When it comes to FUPA control and muffin top prevention, these do a great job but just keep in mind that they sit right at the belly button. But, the high rise design is great for keeping everything tucked away where you want it! You can see where they sit on the waist in this picture.

Still, the elastic is plenty strong for a FUPA and won’t rollover. Because the legs are longer, they’re also very unlikely to roll up which makes these even more comfortable. Also, if you’re confused about inseams and how these will fit on your legs, you can check out this article for more information.

You can take a closer look at the design, all the color options and see today’s price on Amazon by clicking here.

 

Best Thong Option: GAREDOB Ribbed Cotton Seamless Thong Underwear

Just because you don’t want to show off your FUPA doesn’t mean you’re okay with panty lines and this pair of thong-style underwear from GAREDOB looks to solve both problems!

In the front, you get the benefits of FUPA control underwear that fits above the belly button while in the back you get a thong that prevents panty lines- all wrapped into one cute package!

These underwear are made from ribbed cotton, which is firmer and offers a little more control than thinner materials, while still remaining breathable. They also have a little spandex that adds stretch and makes them comfortable, while still helping hold your FUPA in. You can see the ribbed cotton design in this picture.

Not only will these thong underwear smooth your FUPA because of the compression waistband, but they also smooth your love handles. Plus, the seamless design looks great under anything.

This could be a major pro for some ladies that want to step up their style for a big event. Especially if you don’t want to sacrifice comfort with steel-framed options or buy expensive shapewear.

I love the wide, high-waisted design because it’s not likely to roll down or ball up. It stays in place really well, which is honestly a feature that you really want if you’re going to wear thong underwear. You can see wear the waist sits here.

Since these are thong-style underwear, they immediately move out of the traditional granny panty stereotypes which I love. In fact, I think most ladies will find these both cute and sexy which is a nearly impossible combination when it comes to FUPA prevention underwear! Plus they come in a lot of different colors- check out one of their colorful six packs of underwear in this picture!

Overall, these FUPA control undies are a great pick for ladies that want to maximize their style with a thong back and a powerful shapewear design. You can read more reviews, check out all the colors, and see today’s price on Amazon by clicking here.

 

Most Color Choices: INNERSY Cotton High Waisted Panties

One of the staples of granny panties is that they’re usually white or gray. That means a great way to avoid the granny panty look while still controlling your FUPA is to go for some more unique styles and that’s where these cute undies from Innersy come into the picture.

These panties are sold in packs with an overarching theme. You can choose between solid colors (dark or pastel) along with patterns like polka dots or other unique color combinations. Altogether, there are well over a dozen color combinations to choose from! 

I also love that many of them include bright colors with black tops. The darker color on top allows you to control and flatten your FUPA without having your high waisted undies peeking out from your jeans or capris pants.

When it comes to FUPA control, the cotton and spandex blend does a great job keeping your FUPA flat but because these don’t go past your belly button they’re not going to flatten a tummy quite like some of the other undies on this list. For some ladies, that’s going to be a deal-breaker but for girls with smaller FUPAs it shouldn’t be a big deal and you can comfortably choose to mix up your style with polka dots or brighter colors.

Overall, these make a great choice for ladies that needs little FUPA control but still want to have a cute pair of undies! I’m also certainly not the only one that’s saying that and there are more than 6,500 reviews backing up these FUPA fighting undies.

You can read some of those reviews, check out the wide range of colors, and see the latest price on Amazon by clicking here.

 

Best Lacy Lingerie Style: Barbra Lingerie Tummy Control Panty

I’ve already said it once but I’ll say it again: you can flatten your FUPA and wear cute panties. Or in this case, even panties that are a little sexy! Check out the lace details on the back of these tummy control underwear.

This is the same brand that made our recommendation for the best plus size options and these cute panties also feature inclusive sizing of 5XL that supports waist sizes up to 60 inches. Again, you should rely on the size chart provided by Barbara’s Lingerie since 5XL means different things to different brands but this does make these another great choice for plus size women.

With more spandex than other brands (15% instead of 5%) you can expect a bit more elasticity from these undies which means more FUPA compressing power. And, thanks to the scrunch design on the back that pairs with the elasticity, these can also help lift your booty too. 

Still, with a waist that sits below the belly button, these won’t have quite the impact on your FUPA that other higher-waisted underwear would. They still look great, though. You can see where they sit on the waist in this photo.

Something that helps with this is the tummy control panel in the front of the underwear. While there’s no uncomfortable metal or wires, there is a little more support in the area between these two lines. Check it out.

I have these in a pack of black and tan. The black makes me feel hot on date night, while the beige color is great for those times when you still want to wear cute underwear, but without worrying about them being too visible under your outfit.

You can read more reviews, take a closer look at the cute lace design and see the latest price on Amazon by clicking here.

 

Cutest Patterns and Colors: Kinyanko High Waist Tummy Control Panties for Women

The Kinyanko high-waisted panty is a great all-around FUPA flattening underwear that sits at your belly button. But what really makes these stand out are their unique designs. This underwear really leans into the higher waist by decorating the FUPA covering section with beautiful lacy or floral designs. 

I’m an especially big fan of the black and gray floral pattern but the purple lace options are also super cute. I also love the approach of decorating the area you’re trying to flatten and feel like there is something almost symbolic about rocking these undies!

Made of a comfortable cotton and spandex blend, these are also great everyday undies unlike some of the other options on this list that may focus more on style than comfort. Instead, these panties find a great balance between both.

However, the biggest downside is that the leg holes on this underwear are not particularly wide and women with thicker legs may find these uncomfortable. That makes these a better choice for thinner ladies with a FUPA instead of plus size ladies like myself.

Still, if you feel these could be the right size for you these are definitely worth checking out. You can read the thousands of 5-star reviews, take a closer look at the super cute designs and see the latest price on Amazon by clicking here.

 

Best On A Budget: FallSweet High Waist FUPA Control Underwear

Simple and easy on the budget, this pair of panties from FallSweet sits above your belly button for extra FUPA control and comes in a variety of cute colors. The high waist combined with the relatively high 14% spandex design makes these undies a great choice for flattening your FUPA on a budget. 

The biggest downside though is that the size is quite limited and is only available up to a 2XL. While that will work for many women, it’s not exactly the most inclusive. Still, we have plenty of other inclusive options on this list so just scroll up if this doesn’t work for you.

Besides the great price, it also helps that there are more than 5,000 five-star reviews on Amazon that all support these cute undies.

Overall, these panties are simple but effective and if they’re a good size for you then they’re definitely worth checking out. You can read more reviews, see all the cute colors and check today’s price on Amazon by clicking here.

 

Closing Thoughts

Even though superstars like Beyonce are proud of their FUPAs (and I am too) it’s still not something I want to show off all the time! While you can manage your FUPA with a variety of garments, your best option is usually your underwear.

Most folks think that granny panties are the only option but by now you’ve seen that’s far from the reality and there’s a whole world of FUPA flattening underwear that looks cute, sexy, and stylish.

But what do you think? Did you find your new favorite FUPA fighting underwear?