Granny panties making a comeback.

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The New York Times reported Wednesday that young women are increasingly embracing "granny panties" and spurning thongs, proving that now more than ever, women are dressing and shopping for themselves.

The rising popularity of plus-size models and increasing market for fashionable, affordable clothing in extended sizes all point toward a more inclusive, body-positive society. But something as simple as underwear style has often been left out of the conversation. Now, the connection is quite clear, according to Myla Dalbesio, a size 10 underwear model. Dalbesio explained to the Times that "the high-waisted and high-cut styles hark back to a time when different body shapes were in style."

The Times cites a 7 percent drop in the sale of thongs over the past year, compared to a 17 percent increase in sales of full-bottomed underwear. The real takeaway is that women, no matter their shape or size, should wear whatever underwear they like -- be it thong, brief or otherwise, as long as they feel comfortable in it.

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