Best Shorts for Hip Dips

The Three Types of Hip Dip Shorts

Foam-Padded Shorts ($15-$40)

Bicycle-short style with foam inserts over the lateral hip. Best for first-time buyers and one-event use. Foam is light, cheap, and creates visible volume under clothing. Problems: foam can shift during movement, pad edges can show through thin fabric, and the shorts feel warm in summer. Buy if: you want to try hip enhancement for under $40 and are wearing a structured outfit (jeans, thick fabric).

Silicone Hip Enhancer Shorts ($30-$80)

Higher quality than foam. Silicone pads are denser, more realistic to the touch, and hold their shape better. The shorts themselves are usually better constructed with bonded seams and adjustable pads. Best for fitted clothing where the garment may be touched or seen up close. Buy if: you have tried foam and want a more realistic feel, or you wear shapewear regularly.

Compression-Only Shorts ($25-$60)

Strategic compression without padding. Tight around the waist, lighter over the hip, firm at the thigh. Smooths the overall contour without adding volume. Best for everyday wear under jeans. Buy if: you want subtle smoothing, not added volume, and need to wear the garment for 8+ hours comfortably.

Modular Shorts ($50-$120)

The most flexible option. Pockets hold removable pads that can be swapped for different sizes or repositioned. Best for: asymmetric dips needing different pad sizes per side, and regular wearers who want one garment for multiple outfits.