Ryan McKillop Talks about McKillop U/W

Review: McKillop Power Jock

This is the first chance we had to review McKillop U/W underwear.  I was really excited.  Ryan has done great work in the area of jocks.  He’s taken a classic pair of men’s underwear and made it his own.  I love to see this from a company.

They have been around for over a year.  He’s taken jocks and added colors and one of the best pouches I have worn in some time.  The pouch is stretchy and fits you like a glove.  This was my favorite part of the review.

The construction is also top notch.  You can tell time and care was used and they wanted to make undies that last and fit awesomely.  The materials will hold up for every day use, a night on the town, or even worn during sporting events!

The pouch on these is made of mesh.  Mesh is a big trend in men’s underwear.  I don’t see that trend disappearing soon since it has really taken off.  I loved that he uses all colors of mesh and not just black.  He’s stepped outside the box and created something great.  The mesh, however, was also my only problem.  You may say the seam would be the problem but he’s thought ahead and put the seam on the outside.  Very smart thinking, if you ask me!  The mesh simply annoyed me throughout the day.  I am not sure if it was a personal preference or the materials.

I wore them all day and at certain times, not all the time, it sort of made things uncomfortable.  These maybe the perfect date pair if you are looking for something sexy and fun.  I will wear them but not for all day use.

Fit 3.5
Materials 5
Construction 5
Look 4
Daily Wear 4
OVERALL 4.3

These are available at the McKillop U/W site.  They were furnished by McKillop U/W for review.

Brief Distraction

Another year is down and a new one is starting! We hope you had a great year and if not, we hope this next one is awesome for you. We have big things planned for this next year! We hope to be taking UNB to the next level and bring you more and more! I hope we will do somethings you never though we would do. We always welcome your input as well! Share your opinions on what you want to see on the site, with out you guys we’d not be here! If you have a passion for writing, hit us up, we are always looking for great writers!

Before I forget the pic today is from Modus Vivendi!

Rufskin California Vintage Line

Check out these hot new styles from Rufskin with the introduction of their California Vintage Line. The line is inspired by California college sport history and is evident in the sporty cuts and collegiate colors of the t-shirts and underwear.

Each piece in the line is named after a location or a city in California. Underwear styles range from euro-cut jock straps to various cuts of briefs and boxer briefs. Tees and tanks and a unique wrestling singlet round out the line. The college inspired design is most obvious in the color options. The blues, greys, whites and pops of color like yellow remind me of old school sports team jackets.

My favorite standouts from the line are the Carmel brief and San Onofre boxer breif. Here are the specs on each.

Carmel brief:

Side “power mesh” panel brief with classic strip waist band with CA vintage label

  • Fabric is knitted 95% Cotton 5% Spandex
  • Color choices are Grey with white panel, Royal blue with yellow panel (my favorite), and all white.

San Onofre boxer brief

Rufskin’s latest boxer-brief with button fly and contrast stitching with underlining cut in the back.

  • Fabric is knitted 95% Cotton 5% Spandex
  • Color choices are White or Navy.

I absolutely love this line and think it’s going to be hugely popular. The color choices and styling will appeal to a wide audience and will look good with just about anything. The cuts give the line a feel of both preppy and sporty. The panels of color and piping details give the line just the dose of fun that it needs. The wrestling singlet aside, I could see myself wearing these all the time (not much time to wrestle nowadays) . Rufskin continues their tradition of style and sexiness with this line. Can’t wait to try them out!

You can check out these or all the great underwear at the Rufskin site!

Note: Kevin is a new writer on the site sharing his insight and love of undies!

Brief Distraction

We bring you another picture from Dolce & Gabbana. We hope you enjoy it and are getting ready for the New Year!

Andrew Christian Shock Jock Brief, Red – 21% Off Next 48 Hrs Only!

A new addition to the Andrew Christian line – the Shock Jock Brief is made from 90% soft cotton, 10% spandex and features an extra wide silver elastic band – a first for Andrew Christian. The Shock Jock Brief features a hidden super soft Active Shaping Technology cup in the front for great support and protection. The hidden cup adds up to 2 inches (5 cm) onto your measurement. Contrast stitching down the front of the garment and along the sides adds detail to the garment.

Product Features:

  • Active Shaping Technology
  • Adds up to 2″ (5 cm) onto your frontal measurement
  • Invisible soft Active Shaping Technology cup included
  • Cup provides great support and helps protect against zipper injury
  • Super comfortable… and looks amazing
  • Made in the Andrew Christian Design Studio in Los Angeles
  • Regular/slim fit

Specs:

  • 1 1/4 inch logo elastic waistband
  • Sides measure 4 1/4 inches from top of waistband to leg opening
  • 1/2 inch leg trim
  • No fly
  • Removable Active Shaping Technology Cup can be hand-washed as needed
  • Machine Wash – Remove cup prior to washing for best results
  • Tumble Dry Low

Regular Price $29.00
Sale Price w/ Coupon $22.91

21% Off Coupon!

  • Purchase Style: 9164 Shock Jock Brief in Red Only in the next 48 hours at Andrew Christian and receive 21% off this style only. Does not apply to any other items.
  • Enter code: 21RED9164 during checkout for the discount.
  • Offer expires: Jan 1, 2011 at 11:59PM PT. May not be combined with any other coupons or offers. While supplies last. Offer subject to change at any time without notice.

Click to Start Shopping Now at Andrew Christian !

Beyond Big Branding Winners Week 4

We bring to a close our great contest,. We had over 1,100 entries in the month. So it was a great success! And now on with the week four winners and the big winner as well:

  • Gerard C – Laguna Beach, CA
  • Adam B – Dayton, OH
  • Andy W – Smyrna, GA
  • Ben G. – London
  • Feng Y – Penang
  • Chee S – Austin TX
  • Robin B – Albrightsville, PA – Grand Prize Winner

Thanks for all those who entered and for Beyond Big Branding for giving us the opportunity. Check them out and alltheir brands.

Stay tuend we are working on our next giveaway

Brief Distraction

Today’s Brief Distraction is from Modus Vivendi. They are doing some great photography and we will bring you some of it in the next few days! We hope you enjoy!

Andrew Christian New Flirt Brief w/ Male Features – 24% Off Next 24 Hrs Only!

Take it to the next level with this new addition to the Andrew Christian line. The Shock Jock Flirt Brief features an Active Shaping Technology Cup with authentic male features for a completely natural look. The Cup provides great support and protection and adds up to 2 inches (5 cm) onto your frontal measurement. The style is made from 90% soft cotton and 10% Spandex for excellent stretch and recovery. It also features an extra wide metallic silver colored sports elastic waistband. Contrast stripes down the front sides of the garment add a sporty detail.

Product Features:

  • Includes a color matched Active Shaping Technology Cup with authentic looking male features (also sold separately see item 8071)
  • Adds up to 2″ (5 cm) onto your frontal measurement
  • Cup provides great support and helps protect against zipper injury
  • Looks completely natural
  • Fabric has great stretch and recovery to prevent bagging and sagging
  • Handmade with care in the Andrew Christian Design Studio in Los Angeles, CA
  • Regular/Slim fit…great for any body type

Specs:

  • 1 3/4 inch logo elastic waistband
  • 7/8 inch fold under trim at leg hems
  • No fly
  • Removable Active Shaping Technology Cup can be hand-washed as needed
  • 90% Cotton, 10% Spandex
  • Machine Wash Warm – Remove pad before washing for best results
  • Tumble Dry Low

24% Off Coupon!

  • Purchase Style: 9239 Shock Jock Flirt Brief with Male Features Only in the next 24 hours on Andrew Christian Underwear and receive 24% off this style only. Does not apply to any other items.
  • Enter code: 24FLIRTB9239 during checkout for the discount.
  • Offer expires: Dec 29, 2010 at 11:59PM PT. May not be combined with any other coupons or offers. While supplies last. Offer subject to change at any time without notice.

Click to Start Shopping on Andrew Christian !

You Only Have Till Midnight….

To enter the Beyond Big Branding Giveaway! It’s been a great month and we are wrapping up the giveaway. You have one more chance to enter and win some of the hottest long johns around! One lucky winner is going to win 18 pairs, so don’t miss out enter now! Go to our Giveaway page and enter!