I tried shaving once. I liked it because it was less problematic during my period. The smoothness felt nice, but I wasn't happy with the way the hair grew back in. I would say I prefer trimmed, but I haven't trimmed in forever, because the hair is disappearing, as I get older. I didn't know that happens, but my mom told me it happened to her. Makes me kind of sad. I want my young, bushy ladyparts back!