Butterfly Thong vs 4 cm Thong: Which Cut Suits You?
By Marlies Dekkers Lingerie & Swimwear | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Comparisons
Compare the butterfly thong and the 4 cm thong on coverage, side width and fabric. See which cut matches your comfort level and styling needs.
Quick answer
Choose the butterfly thong if you want a black lace look with a semi-transparent panel over the groin and upper buttocks and a more exposed finish. Choose the 4 cm thong if you prefer glossy orange fabric with 4 cm sides, lace trim and ruffles, and a cut that leaves the buttocks fully exposed.
Back coverage: semi-transparent panel vs full exposure
The butterfly thong covers the groin and upper buttocks with semi-transparent lace, then exposes most of the booty. That makes it a middle ground if you like a thong look but want a little more fabric at the back.
The 4 cm thong leaves the buttocks exposed, with no back panel described. If you want the least coverage and a clean line under clothes, this is the more minimal option.
Side width and fabric: what changes against your skin
The 4 cm thong’s sides measure 4 cm, which is wider than a minimal string and can feel more secure on the hips. The butterfly thong’s side width is not supplied, so treat that as an unknown when comparing fit.
Fabric also differs: the butterfly thong uses black perforated lace for a sensual, semi-sheer effect, while the 4 cm thong uses glossy orange fabric with lurex-accented flower lace made from recycled material, lace trim and ruffles. Neither is inherently better; the choice comes down to whether you want a darker lace look or a brighter, textured finish.
When the trade-off matters most
Under close-fitting trousers or skirts, the 4 cm thong’s full exposure and wider sides may create a different line than the butterfly thong’s lace panel. If visible panty lines are your main concern, both are thong cuts, but the butterfly thong adds fabric at the upper back.
For special occasions or lingerie as styling, the butterfly thong’s black lace reads more classic, while the 4 cm thong’s orange gloss and ruffles are more playful. Neither product record lists a rise or stretch level, so check the size chart before ordering.
Trade-offs to weigh before you choose
- Coverage vs exposure: The butterfly thong covers the groin and upper buttocks with semi-transparent lace, while the 4 cm thong leaves the buttocks exposed. Pick the butterfly thong if you want a little more fabric at the back; pick the 4 cm thong if you want the most minimal back.
- Side width certainty: The 4 cm thong lists a 4 cm side width; the butterfly thong does not list a side width. If side width is a deciding factor for you, the 4 cm thong gives you a stated measurement to work from. Check the size chart for the butterfly thong if you need a side-width estimate.
- Fabric and finish: The butterfly thong is black perforated lace; the 4 cm thong is glossy orange with lurex flower lace, lace trim and ruffles. Choose based on whether you want a darker, semi-sheer lace look or a brighter, textured look.
Product facts at a glance
- butterfly thong: Black lace with a delicate perforated pattern, covering the groin and upper buttocks while exposing most of the booty. This gives you a semi-transparent back panel instead of full exposure, which can feel like a softer step into a thong cut.
butterfly thong - 4 cm thong: Glossy orange fabric with lurex-accented flower lace made from recycled material, 4 cm sides and ruffled edges. The 4 cm sides and textured trim create a wider, more playful look, while the full back exposure keeps the cut minimal.
4 cm thong
Who each cut suits
Best for
- Shoppers who want a black lace thong with a semi-transparent panel over the groin and upper buttocks
- Those who prefer a stated 4 cm side width and a glossy orange fabric with lace trim and ruffles
Not for
- Anyone who wants full back coverage; both cuts expose most or all of the buttocks
- Shoppers who need a confirmed side width for the butterfly thong; that measurement is not supplied
