AWWA Period Underwear – Eva brief
What is AWWA?
“AWWA embodies everything that we stand for and believe in for future generations of women. To us it means fluidity. AWWA is derived from the Maori word “awa” meaning river or flow. Maori referred to their period as te awa atua – the divine river, and we want every woman to feel divine and empowered during their period. AWWA is not just meant for those who menstruate, but gives amazing confidence to newly menstruating teens, and provides support and comfort during pregnancy, post-partum and for minor bladder leakage.”
How AWWA period undies work so well!
AWWA period and pee proof undies look and feel just like your normal underwear, but hold and absorb up to two regular tampons’ worth of blood.
The rigorously tested NZ designed period underwear features:
- innovative super slim fabric – no bulky layers here!
- a super-absorbent layer to hold and absorb 2 tampon’s worth of flow
- an anti-microbial layer that uses the latest fabric technology to prevent odours
- a soft layer closest to your skin to draw moisture away fast, ensuring you remain dry and feel fresh
- an outer layer to provide a leak-resistant barrier
- flattering cuts that fit comfortably but firmly to help prevent spills, and feel stylish and sleek
Depending on your flow, you can choose to wear AWWA period underwear as an alternative to pads, tampons or cups, or in conjunction with other menstrual products. Whatever works for you is great!
Absorbency: 2 tampons, 2 pads, 1/2 menstrual cup or 12 mls.
How to Manage your Period with AWWA
- Wear your AWWA underwear for as long as you would normally wear 2 regular tampons or 2 pads.
- Rinse your AWWA underwear and throw in the washing machine with your ordinary clothes or in an AWWA wet bag when you’re out and about
- Put on another pair of AWWA underwear and go smash your day!
AWWA Underwear Sizing
Note that AWWA’s sizing changed in 2021 – see the chart below for their updated sizing.
AWWA underwear is made true to size so your best bet is to use their sizing charts below to ensure you get the best fit. The most important measurement is your hips, as this is where the underwear sit. To ensure the leak-proof technology does its job the underwear fits slight more snug than your regular underwear. See below for their sizing chart.
If you have any queries regarding sizing you can reach out to us here or at hello@ohnatural.co.nz
Also check out AWWA’s wet bags, designed to give you peace of mind when you’re out and about and need to switch up your AWWA underwear.
Packaging: AWWA’s underwear comes in recyclable cardboard packaging and does not have any plastic packaging.
Eva Brief Fabric Composition
- Underwear outer: nylon 86%, 14% elastane
- Inner: polycotton blend; breathable PUL
- Layer closest to skin: 95% organic cotton, 5% elastane
Note: AWWA was formerly called I am Eva hence the reference to this name in one of the reviews.
Kylie Richardson (verified owner) –
I love these. I wear them either in conjunction with my cup for some added peace of mind, or at the beginning or end of my period. The fit is great and they have great coverage while at the same time still looking cute and not like Nana pants!
Roz (verified owner) –
Love em! Get yourself some. Worth every penny.
Fligra (verified owner) –
These are fantastic. If I could afford it I would buy for all the girls in my family. Really make you feel comfortable and secure with a cup. Work how they say. Should’ve got a medium rather than a small (I am size 8 pants)
Philippa (verified owner) –
I wish these existed years ago, basically like wearing any other pair of undies. Really comfy, super easy to clean, I own several pairs.
Sweetdelights (verified owner) –
The underwear is fine and works as it should but if you’re a plus size gal like I am the sizes really don’t match up unfortunately.
Kate Bevin – Oh Natural –
Thank you for your comment, but I am so sorry to hear the sizing didn’t match up for you. You’re welcome to get in touch if you would like any advice at hello@ohnatural.co.nz.
Monique Woodford (verified owner) –
I took a leap of faith this month and moved away from pads. I’ve been a cup user for a few years now, but always needed pads as a back up on those first few days. I hate pads, they are bulky and scratchy. This cycle I invested in some I am Eva, I’m sold!! I loved them. I will never go back. They don’t feel bulky at all. The fabric is soft, I felt safe from leakage, and most amazingly, they kept me dry! Off to buy more….
Jay (verified owner) –
These are such a great product! They are bikini style underwear and are made of lovely material, the padding part isn’t bulky at all, you don’t even feel it, they just feel like regular underwear. These have given me more confidence for my period already, I use them in conjunction with my cup and I start wearing them when I know I’m due for my period so I’m not caught short especially if I’m going out. These are definitely worth the investment.