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Scrunch bum shorts are the ones that do the flattering for you — that clever centre-back scrunch lifts and shapes while the fit stays snug and secure through every move. Pole, dance, gym, or a confidence boost on an ordinary day, these are the shorts that just work. They're the most-loved cut we make, and once people try a pair they rarely go back.
Ours are designed in Australia in a soft, high-stretch fabric that holds you in without squeezing and keeps its shape wash after wash. The scrunch sits where it's meant to — no awkward gaping — the waistband stays put, and the whole thing feels like a second skin.
Pick your rise:
- Super High Waist Scrunch Shorts — sits above the belly button for tummy coverage and a sculpted, hourglass line
- Mid Waist Scrunch Shorts — the just-right rise that suits most shapes. Our everyday bestseller
- Low Waist Scrunch Shorts — cheeky and bold, for showing a little more skin
- Garter Scrunch Shorts — scrunch bum plus decorative garter straps that lengthen the leg
- Brazil Cut Scrunch Shorts — high-cut leg opening for maximum leg elongation, with the scrunch at the back
Why the scrunch works:
- Gathered centre-back seam that lifts and defines your natural shape — no padding, no shapewear, no squeezing
- Holds through climbs, inverts, spins and floorwork with zero adjusting
- Skin contact exactly where pole dancers need grip
- Sizing from XS to 3XL across the range, with the full extended run in Plus Size Pole Wear
- Bold colours, matte finishes, sparkle and prints
Wear them for: pole classes and conditioning, heels choreography, gym and strength training, festivals and raves, photoshoots and comps — or a Tuesday, honestly.
Style them with: all our booty shorts, or the rest of your pole dancing clothes.
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Scrunch Bum Shorts FAQs
What are scrunch bum shorts?
Scrunch bum shorts have gathered fabric running down the centre back seam. That gather lifts and shapes the bum for a flattering, cheeky finish — without padding or compression doing the work.
What's the difference between scrunch shorts and regular booty shorts?
It's the back seam. Regular booty shorts have a flat back; scrunch shorts gather the fabric so it hugs and lifts the curve of your bum. Same coverage, very different effect in the mirror.
Do scrunch bum shorts ride up or give you a wedgie?
No — and this is the bit people worry about. The scrunch is a designed, stitched seam that sits in a fixed place, not fabric bunching on its own. It stays where it's meant to through class and doesn't creep.
Are scrunch bum shorts good for pole?
Yes — they give the skin contact you need for grip on your inner thighs and the backs of your knees, plus a flattering fit. They're the most popular cut in our whole pole range.
Will scrunch bum shorts suit my shape?
The scrunch flatters every shape — it adds lift and definition without extra bulk, and it works whether you've got a lot of curve or not much. If you want a snugger, cheekier fit, size down.
Which rise should I choose?
Super high waist for tummy coverage and a sculpted line, mid waist if you want the safest all-rounder, low waist if you're after cheeky. All three have the same scrunch at the back.
Can I wear scrunch bum shorts to the gym?
Absolutely. They're built for movement, so squats, stretching, strength work and dance are all fair game — not just the pole.
How do I keep the scrunch looking good?
Cold wash, inside out, no fabric softener, and hang to dry out of direct sun. The high-stretch fabric holds its shape far longer that way, and the scrunch stays crisp.