A topsheet system is disclosed, the topsheet system comprising a primary topsheet having a first surface and a second surface generally parallel to and spaced apart from the first surface. The primary topsheet comprises a plurality of fluid passageways extending between the first surface and the second surface to place the first surface and the second surface in fluid communication with one another. The topsheet system also comprises a secondary layer subjacent to and bonded to the second surface of the primary topsheet at predetermined portions by an adhesive. The adhesive has essentially no residual tack, such that after joining, subsequent contact between the primary topsheet and the secondary layer at areas other than the predetermined portions prevents bonds of mesurable strength between the primary topsheet and the secondary layer. An absorbent article utilizing a topsheet system of the present invention is also disclosed.
