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13 Pairs of Boyshorts to Protect Your Booty from Summer Breezes

By Racked Staff Jul 23, 2013, 2:00pm EDT

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Hot, humid weather calls for skirts and dress, but skirts and dresses call for underwear that is probably not a thong. Between maneuvering in and out of vehicles, walking up stairs, and the sudden appearance of an elusive "summer breeze," there are just too many opportunities for a Marilyn moment to turn into a Britney moment. To help you avoid the unfortunate, we present 13 of the best boy shorts out there. —Cleo Zancope

Gap Ultra Low Girl Shorts in Bold Neon Stripe, $14.50 each or $1
Natori Bliss Girl Shorts in Cafe, $12.90 (on sale from $18) at Nordstrom
Victoria's Secret The Lacie Hiphugger Panty, $12.50 each or $33 for 3
Felina Sublime Boyshorts in Black, $8.90 (on sale from $12) at Nordstrom
Xhilaration Juniors Cotton Yoga Boyshort, $5 each or 5 for $20 at Target
Victoria's Secret No-Show Sexy Hiphugger Panty, $12.50 each or 3 for $33
Aerie Printed Ruffle Boybrief, $7.50 each or 7 for $26.50
Hanky Panky Organic Cotton Boyshort with Lace in Navy Blue, $29 each
Commando
Gap Striped Modal Girl Shorts in Pink Pop Stripe, $14.50 each or
Cosabella Aire Lowrider Hotpants, $27.50 each
Honeydew Intimates Bedhead Boyshorts in Koi Tie Dye, $7.90 (on sale from $12) at Nordstrom
Aerie Solid Boyshort in Slab Grey, $7.50 each or 7 for $26.50