Hardly any lady feels sexy during her time of the month. And the more your tampon or pad is failing you, typically the worse you feel.

Now help is on the way for days when you runneth over. Brown University alums Julie Sygiel and Eunice Png have come to rescue women from the sheer embarrassment of the occasional period leak. Welcome the Sexy Period panties. Made with three layers of protection, this new version of underwear will soak up any excess blood and make sure it doesn't stain your favorite jeans.

The panties come in three styles (bikini, hipster and cheeky) and a variety of colors/textures (black with lace trim, a floral pattern, or a simple violet shade). One thing's for sure: These are definitely not the granny panties we flock to when we're hanging with Aunt Flo.

While they will set you back a good $36 to $44 (depending on style), we think -- aside from the name -- Sexy Period panties are a good backup system that can literally save a girl's butt.