Hanky Panky
Retail Apparel and FashionNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Hanky Panky is a New York-based retailer in the retail apparel and fashion industry with 51-200 employees, headquartered at 45 West 25th Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10010, United States. The company was founded in 1977 by Gale Epstein and Lida Orzeck in New York City and is known for the World’s Most Comfortable Thong. It serves customers in more than 70 countries and focuses on comfort, varied silhouettes and colors, and a fit that feels good, with a commitment to sustainability. The brand has expanded its store presence in the United States, including a new location in New York's West Village opened in 2022. In December 2025, Hanky Panky Ltd. was acquired by Crown Brands Group.