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AIBU to wear secondhand knickers?

109 replies

RedVelvetGazpacho · 20/08/2024 15:12

Obviously only after washing them for a long time at a high temperature. They don't have any stains on them.

YABU - yes, that's disgusting, put them in textile recycling and go to M&S
YANBU - no, they're no different from any other secondhand clothes

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IDontLoveTheWayYouLie · 20/08/2024 15:22

I wouldn't but I don't wear pants half the time anyway.

Highlighta · 20/08/2024 15:21

People buy and sell swimwear all the time and they seem to sell okay as I have seen a lot on 2nd hand sites. So I'm not sure why bikinis get the nod and underwear doesn't. Bra's seem to sell as well.

I've never bought nor sold 2nd hand underwear myself though, mine wouldn't be fit for use as I wear them until they are worn out.

Werweisswohin · 20/08/2024 15:18

It's one of the few things I won't buy second hand unless in a sealed pack and clearly unworn.
I wouldn't judge anyone who had no other option though, if was somehow made aware of the situation.

henlake7 · 20/08/2024 15:16

well, as long as you've washed them!

Personally I wouldnt, does give me the ick rather, but if its a super expensive brand you wouldnt otherwise spend the money on and you're happy then go live your best life!😄

(however if its just Primark then what are you doing, you minger!!)😂

Tradewipe · 20/08/2024 15:16

I have bought and worn second hand knickers from jumble sales. They were amazing psychedelic 60s/70s ones though. Probably had a few from charity shops over the years as well.
I think it’s fine as long as you give them a good wash, but I think I’m in the minority.

KreedKafer · 20/08/2024 15:16

There's no rational reason why this wouldn't be OK.

I still wouldn't, personally, but that's purely irrational on my part. Hygiene-wise, if they've been washed at a high temperature, there's no actual risk.

WhatNoRaisins · 20/08/2024 15:14

It's probably fine but I wouldn't want to do it myself. Do I even want to know how you've come to own them? I usually keep mine until they have holes and are only fit for rag.

murasaki · 20/08/2024 15:14

I wouldn't, but you raise fair points that make me think why not. And then I get the ick again, sorry.

Nothanks17 · 20/08/2024 15:13

Personal view - an absolute no for me. I would rather go commando.