sentences:  When pettipants were fashionable (they were worn widely in the US during the 1960’s)they were usually worn under skirts, dresses, culottes, or walking shorts for modesty or comfort.However, they are not considered a modern or popular style; currently they are most likely to be worn by square dancers or persons involved in historical reenactment.Unlike other types of underwear, pettipants will not ride up and eliminate hot-weather chafing.