Butterfly Thong vs 4 cm Thong: Two Minimal Cuts Compared

Quick answer

Choose the butterfly thong if you want a delicate lace look with a butterfly-shaped back that enhances your natural curves. Choose the 4 cm thong if you prefer defined side coverage at the upper hips and buttocks with a strappy back. Both are minimal cuts, but the 4 cm thong gives you a clearer side-width reference, while the butterfly thong focuses on a shaped back detail.

What the names actually tell you

The butterfly thong is named for its back construction: a butterfly-shaped back that enhances your natural curves. It is made from black lace with recycled yarn, and the transparent design gives a delicate, sensual touch. The 4 cm thong is named for its side measurement: the sides are 4 cm, which offers coverage for your upper hips and buttocks while leaving the lower part exposed. Its back features intricate straps that make your bum an eye-catcher. One name describes a back shape; the other describes a side width. That difference is the fastest way to predict how each will look and feel under clothing.

Coverage: where each cut sits on the body

On the 4 cm thong, the 4 cm sides are the key coverage figure. They cover the upper hips and buttocks, and the lower part is left exposed. If you have ever wondered whether a minimal thong will stay put at the sides, this measurement gives you a concrete starting point. The butterfly thong does not list a side measurement in the catalog facts, so its side coverage is not specified. What is specified is the butterfly-shaped back, which is a design feature rather than a coverage measurement. If side width is your main concern, the 4 cm thong gives you a number to work with; if back shape is your main concern, the butterfly thong gives you a shape to work with.

Fabric and finish: lace versus microfiber

The butterfly thong is crafted from black lace made with recycled yarn. The transparent lace is the source of its delicate, sensual look. The 4 cm thong uses black recycled lace with a nude-colored lining, creating a striking contrast. The 7 cm thong, another option in the same family, is made from microfiber with recycled yarn for comfort and comes in red with 7 cm sides. If you like the idea of a lace thong but want a slightly wider side than 4 cm, the 7 cm thong is the closest match in this group. If you want the most delicate look, the butterfly thong's lace is the standout.

How to test the fit before you commit

Start with your usual size and check two things: whether the sides sit flat without digging, and whether the back stays in place when you move. On the 4 cm thong, the 4 cm sides should cover your upper hips and buttocks; if they roll or pinch, adjust the size rather than the style. On the butterfly thong, the butterfly-shaped back should sit centered and smooth. Because the butterfly thong's side width is not specified, treat the fit check as your main guide. Both styles are available in Color and Size, so you can compare the same size across both cuts to see which back design feels more natural on you.

Trade-offs at a glance

• Back design vs side measurement: The butterfly thong gives you a shaped back but no listed side width. The 4 cm thong gives you a 4 cm side width but a strappy back rather than a shaped one. Decide whether back shape or side coverage matters more to you.
• Lace delicacy vs defined sides: The butterfly thong's transparent lace is the more delicate look. The 4 cm thong's 4 cm sides and nude lining create a clearer contrast and a more defined edge. Choose lace for softness, defined sides for structure.
• Fit check priority: With the 4 cm thong, check that the 4 cm sides sit flat on your upper hips. With the butterfly thong, check that the butterfly back stays centered. Try your usual size in both and keep the one that needs less adjusting.

Product facts

• butterfly thong: Cypher black butterfly thong made from black lace with recycled yarn; transparent design; butterfly-shaped back enhances natural curves. The shaped back is the defining feature, so this is the pick when you want a decorative back rather than a measured side width.
• 4 cm thong: Sexy thong with black recycled lace and nude-colored lining; intricate straps at the back; 4 cm sides cover upper hips and buttocks while leaving the lower part exposed. The 4 cm side measurement gives you a concrete coverage reference and the strappy back adds a bold detail.
• 7 cm thong: Leading String 7 cm thong in red with 7 cm sides; microfiber made with recycled yarn; back straps form daring cut-outs. A useful middle option if you want more side width than the 4 cm thong and a microfiber feel instead of lace.

Which minimal cut should you choose?

Best for

• Anyone who wants a delicate lace thong with a butterfly-shaped back that enhances natural curves.
• Shoppers who prefer a decorative back detail over a measured side width.

Not for

• Anyone who needs a specific side measurement to feel confident in the fit; the butterfly thong's side width is not specified.
• Shoppers who want defined side coverage at the upper hips; the 4 cm thong is the clearer choice for that.