Wuka perform seamless midi brief
Rating: 9.5/10
- Materials: Recycled nylon and cotton gusset
- Absorbency options: Light, medium and heavy
- Sizing options: XXS-6XL
Design
Wuka’s perform seamless midi briefs are designed to be both absorbent and to go unnoticed under tight-fitting clothing. With a silky-smooth material made from recycled nylon generated from old plastic bottles and a seamless design, they deliver a VPL-free experience.
The briefs also feature a cotton gusset that rises high in the front and back for protection and to avoid any leakages. Unlike some period pants, the smooth and unbulky gusset doesn’t leave you feeling like you’re wearing a nappy, which gets serious plus points from us. A moisture-wicking top-layer draws your flow away, while an absorbent, leakproof and breathable mid-layer locks it in, with the aim of keeping you dry and protected.
We were impressed by the soft and silky feel of the fabric and how it sat smoothly against the skin. In that respect, it felt just like any other pair of silky underwear you might have in your drawer. Although we were aware of the absorbent gusset, it didn’t feel bulky or obtrusive. The seamless design truly works in eliminating any VPL – trust us we tried it under a variety of tight-fitting clothing, from gym leggings, figure-hugging dresses and satin slip skirts.
Available in three absorbencies: light (one tampon’s worth), medium (two to three tampons’ worth) or heavy (up to four tampons’ worth), the midi briefs are also available to buy as a single item or in a pack of three (of the same absorbency). Inclusivity and body positivity are also important to the brand, as it stocks a range of sizes from XXS to 6XL. With sustainability and reducing waste being such key areas for Wuka, we were happy to see that the product arrived packaged in a fully compostable bag inside a recyclable FSC certified cardboard packet.
Performance
As well as looking and feeling good, it’s absolutely vital for period pants to perform. We tried Wuka’s seamless midi briefs in the heavy flow option over a series of months and also tested them out on various days during our flow. We were pleased with the absorbency and felt fully confident wearing them and carrying on with our daily activities, be that going for a run, dressed up and meeting friends in town or just working from home. We even tested them out on a gruelling hike and were pleased with the comfort, lack of leakages and how well they sat beneath workout clothes.
We opted for the heavy flow option given that was what suited our flow, but there are also medium and light flow options that would be a better option for us in the lead up to or end of our period. Our only issue was that on very heavy days, they sometimes didn’t feel quite as dry in the gusset as we would have liked, but it’s a problem easily solved by swapping them for a fresh pair (easy to do if you get your hands on a multi-pack).
We were also very impressed with how straightforward it was to rinse them out, stick them in the washing machine and leave them to dry naturally. For heavy flow period pants, they dried surprisingly quickly. Over a period of around nine months, we did notice a slight peeling away at the part where the gusset and edges meet, but by this point, we had worn them innumerable times, both during our flow and outside of it.
Despite those small niggles, we’d still happily recommend the seamless briefs as they are a great, and reliable option for those looking to make the transition to reusable period underwear but are perhaps worried this means embracing Bridget Jones style options.