×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Join Thousands of Readers
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

The ‘G’ in G-string is for ‘Germs’

"This underwear doesn’t come with instruction"

The history of the G-string dates back to the 1970s. The fashion however remained a low-key affair until early 21st century. Change is a tough wheel to turn. Plus, you couldn’t avoid the medieval misconception (back in the day) that only loose women fancied tiny clothing.

How times have changed. Nowadays, G-strings are as common as a cold in July. You will see them prominently displayed in glass-windowed clothing stores, as well as in supermarkets.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week
Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in