The reason for the pocket is simple: A small piece of fabric—called a gusset—sits in the crotch of your panties to provide reinforcement, breathability, and moisture-wicking.
Why are gussets open at one end?
Why should we even want to enclose both ends? After all, we see ready to wear panties with one end left unsewn. The most important reason is that with one end open, lint and fluff from the washer and dryer can get trapped in the pocket created by the open ended gusset.
Why do women’s underwear have stains?
The vagina’s discharge – which is a normal, healthy thing, by the way – is naturally acidic, which can leave white or yellow stains on your underwear’s crotch region. Your vaginal discharge’s pH level is on the naturally acidic side, varying between 3.5 and 7.
What is the point of a gusset?
Gusset is a panel, either triangular or diamond in shape, that is inserted into a garment to help shape and reinforce key points, like the underarms or crotch. You get gussets in modern tights and pantyhose — they add breadth and breathe to the crotch seam.
What is the black thing in my underwear?
Dr Tanai said: “This is usually nothing to worry about, blood at the beginning or end of your period can take on a black or brown tint. “This is usually a sign that blood has had time to oxidize, turning black or brown and eventually black meaning it has taken a little longer to leave the uterus.”