It’s been a while since we ran a Brief Distraction from Baskit, but I love this pic they took and had to share it! Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
I consider myself a pretty active guy: I swim, run, bike, and I like play tennis and volleyball as well. I’m also an avid sports fan: I enjoy watching my favorite EPL (English Premier League) teams take the pitch on Saturday morning, or catching a clutch college football (American) game with a friend on the weekend.
So, when the issue of underwear for workouts was posed to the blog’s editorial staff, I quickly volunteered to submit a piece, because I take cues both from my own athletic experiences and what I see in media in terms of what professional athletes wear under their uniforms.
Before I delve into my recommendations, I have to say that I abhor compression shorts. I don’t get why they are necessary outside of letting the major sports labels market yet another garment that they can make a quick coin on. Another thought on the issue: why would you want to compress anything down there?
I’ve instead taken a cue of what to wear from our friends across the Atlantic, where briefs are still worn proudly under shorts across the continent. Watch any sport that involves Spaniards, Italians, Poles, Russians, or any European for that matter, and you’ll probably catch a briefline, if not a full brief sighting. What you’ll see is a low rise brief or bikini, typically in white but sometimes black (or even a color to match the team uniform).
With that reference in mind, here are my recommendations for some great white briefs to wear under your gym apparel. I’ve drawn inspiration from some of my favorite tennis and soccer players.
The unlined front and seaming at the sides make the Jockey Elance bikini different from a lot of its peers. Hopefully you’ll be luckier than Nicklas Helenius and not get pantsed during a strike at goal.
These Calvin Klein Tech Active sports briefs are motto bene. I’m sure Italian tennis stud, Fabio Fognini, would agree with my assessment since he wears these under his tennis kit too.
What a joy it is when you combine the minimal cut of this Calvin Klein bikini with the soft and sumptuous modal fabric. Joe Cole would agree that bikinis are the way to go, especially when you are in the midst of a sweaty workout.
So that’s my recommendations for what to wear under your workout gear, whether you’re a professional or amateur athlete.
With a passion for thongs and underwear that shows off a butt, I was quite excited to receive my first pair of Joe Snyder underwear which happened to also be a thong. Joe Snyder is a brand that in my mind I have associated with thongs and sexy small underwear ever since I first discovered the brand. Now, I finally got to slide a pair on. It was the Tanga Pride Frame thong and its look was beautiful. This thong was black in color with a bright eye popping neon orange piping that wrapped around the entire pair. This color combination was a great choice by Joe Snyder and they have several more varieties to choose from. Another great thing about this thong is that it truly reminds me of what a thong is supposed to be, thin waistband with a high cut back, exposing the entire butt.
I decided to enjoy myself over a weekend and gave this pair a run through some errands, lunch with a friend, and good lounging at home. I slide the pair on, adjusted myself, and took a look in the mirror. This pair has a great package enhancing style to it. The piping wraps around the bulge in front giving you a nice lift that extenuates what you want to show off. An interesting thing about this pair is that the front pouch may begin to feel too small and you may feel that you are falling out of the sides. When I took a closer look I noticed a continuation of fabric under the piping at the bottom of the pouch. This is a great design catch! The pair offers a tight, lifting bulge but allows for additional fabric at the bottom to make sure nothing falls of out of the side. I loved this fact! I will say that at times I did get that feeling that I was coming out of the side and double checked, even though I knew that extra material was there.
The material is a nice soft nylon/lycra which offered comfort throughout my day. I wear a medium and the thong stayed true to size. Noting that the front pouch felt tight at times to me, I am not sure how bigger endowed men would feel wearing the thong. Perhaps as you move up in size, the pouch grows too.
I love a good thong and Joe Snyder did not disappoint. Not only was the thong beautiful to look at, the design was amazing, and the feel was great! I can’t wait to add this pair to my main rotation and wear it to work! No one will know what is under my suit that day but I will be proud of it! An additional note about the pair, Joe Snyder has made them chlorine resistant so that they may be interchangeable as underwear and swimwear! Great versatility for indoor and outdoor fun!
Pros:
- Great piping contrast
- Bulge enhancing with additional material for side support
- Slim waistband
Cons:
- Slight feeling of falling out of the side with tight pouch
Ratings
- Daily Fit = 9
- Sizing = 9
- Construction/Materials = 9
- Styling = 10
- Daily Performance = 9
- Overall = 9
Joe Snyder furnished this pair for review.
We love profiling readers! This one is @mac12399 on Twitter! He’s a “Marketing specialist, publicist, graphic designer, #spinning instructor, #fitness enthusiast & trainer. Macronutrition advocate.” Wearing his 2(X)ist Jock! Follow him on Twitter for more pics!
Gregg Homme has just released their Fall/Winter line. Which makes me super happy! Gregg Homme makes sexy underwear that feels great and is made to stay on all day. It’s the perfect pairs to wear to work under your suit or on a hot date! Any one of the new pairs (except swimwear) can be worn for work or play. We will give you a brief overview of the new collection. Tell you about each line and then have more on the individual lines in the next few weeks!
Lover Boy – Has a strap inside the pair that shows off what you have! It is made out of a sports mesh type material. Available in three styles Square, thong and brief . It is the new Maximizer
HeatWave – is in the colors Lime/Pink trim. The line has alternating body color and waistband. Available in 4 styles: brief, jock, trunk and boxer. This line was inspired by soccer shoes.
Encore – is black with stripes of mesh mixed in, so you don’t show it off but most of it off. Available in six styles: g-string, thong, brief, bikini, boxer and shirt.
City Limits – This is the most expensive fabric ever used in production for Gregg Homme. There are multiple styles. Some have the solid fabric where as other shave round cut outs (see pic). It looks like crushed leather. The hoodie is one of the most expensive pieces ever done by Gregg Homme. Its super hot
Fake It – A mesh pair available in three accenting neon colors. Available in the brief, thong and boxer. The main body of the pair is a black mesh fabric.
Dare – A mesh fabric with a pouch that clips on and can actually be removed. This is one of the wildest pairs they have done (in my opinion) It’s super sexy. It comes in three colors and in a boxer or thong.
Nude – Gregg Homme admits they aren’t the first to do a nude line, but it leaves nothing to the imagination. But they do it right and use the same amazing fabric used in the Torrid collection. Comes in four colors and three styles. The styles are: Jock, Bikini, Brief and Thong
Weekender – Gregg Homme is no stranger to loungewear. Made out of a super soft fabric its available in a pair of pants and a Robe. Both feel amazing. I really want a robe!
Martini – This is a more basic collection for Gregg Homme. Not saying it’s simple but some great cuts that have a little bit of accent on them. The fabric when I felt it was amazing. Its available in a g-string, brief and a boxer
They are making swimwear again! The Two new Swim are:
Ardent – If you are looking for a sexy pair to wear this is it. Its a premium pair so don’t be surprised about the price. It has a solid pouch with mesh around the sides that goes all the way around to the other side of the pouch. So you will show some skin in the back!
Pool Party – Is more of a traditional swim suit. It has some great colors and cut. The one thing that stand out is the innovative pouch detail. It’s rounded. It looks really cool. It’s available in a brief or thong.
This is the new line I hope you love it and go buy some. I want one of everything!
We bring you another great picture from Joe Snyder. This time the image features the super fun Pride Frame line. It’s one of the best lines Joe Sndyer has, in my opinion.
Are you a jock brief fan or want to try one? Today is the perfect day to try one out. The Baskit $12 Tuesday pair today is the Active Jockbrief. $12 Tuesday is the day when a great pair is on sale for one day for $12. Don’t miss out.
PPU has released their new Fall/winter collection. PPU is one brand that really reinvents itself. The last collection had new boxer briefs this one is more jock and bikini heavy. Which isn’t a bad thing. They change things up in styles and colors quite often. Also, the brand is not afraid to mix it up with new materials, mesh and bright fun colors. Underwear should be fun shouldn’t it?
PPU has put their own spin on the jock several of the new pairs are a lot of fun. The jocks that I think are the most innovative are :
PPU 1455 Jockstrap is a not quite a jock brief but not quite a jock
PPU 1458 has the front of a bikini and not one but two straps in the back.
PPU 1463 has a smaller front pouch and a regular jock back.
briefs or bikinis are big in this collection too. Briefs are making a big come back across all undies. The pairs I love are:
PPU 1466 Bikini in salmon – has a super skimpy cut
PPU 1469 Bikini has a big bigger, but not by much cut of the 1466 but in three colors
PPU 1470 Bikini is the largest of the cuts with a semi transparent fabric.
To see the entire collection at the GDD World site
If you are not following us on Instagram you are missing out. We are putting out behind the scenes pictures of our shoots there. We are also going to post when new collections are out. Lastly we are posting quotes from out staff, models and brands.
We are going to put out videos as well. They will be short ones we do in Vegas and at our shoots. So go to Instagram and follow us and enjoy the great images we share. Click to go to the UNB Instagram
This is a Shoot in CIudad Bolivar – Venezuela, with model Juan Salazar, also wearing Dazzling. Dazzling is a new collection by Joe Snyder.
When you think of a basic collection, one brand that doesn’t come to mind is Gregg Homme. When you think of Gregg Homme, you think super sexy and amazing underwear. Ones you wear on an anniversary dinner or a hot date! So when I got the Torrid Basic Brief I thought, “oh cool a basic line” Well I should have known they put their own spin on the basic!
I say this because if you think it’s going to be totally basic, you are wrong. The first think you notice is the size. Like many pairs from Gregg Homme you pick them up and ask, how is this going to fit me its WAY too small. But the fabrics they use have amazing stretch and feel. How they find this fabric is beyond me but its some of the most amazing in underwear today.
The first thing you notice when you put it on is the fabric is slightly see through. After I put it on I could see pretty much everything. Granted it wasn’t a full on here’s all my business but it was noticeable. So I wouldn’t recommend then to be worn at a gym. The fit on the pair was very well. As I mentioned above, if this is your first pair, you will not believe how one pair will stretch and feel amazing.
I wore these to work. Which is quite busy and always up and down so I knew they would get a good work out. When I put them on to begin with they felt a little small so I hoped this wouldn’t be an issue. But as the day went on they felt great and I didn’t notice them. The fabric has an 8 way stretch that will conform to any guy.
Sizing has never been an issue with me and Gregg Homme. They make their undies out of great fabrics that will fit their sizing charts. As I have said you may pull it out and go “NO WAY” but put it on and you will see. The pair i received was an XL and it fit great. As I said I had wondered about the fit through the day but it really held up great and didn’t ride down or feel too snug in any way !
Pros:
- Amazing Fabric
- Sexy see through material
- Fit great
Cons:
- I would like a bigger was it band (but thats a personal choice)
- My not be great for a gym work out!
Ratings:
- Daily Fit – 9
- Sizing- 9
- Construction/Materials -10
- Styling -9
Daily Performance – 9
Overall: 9.2
Gregg Homme furnished this pair for review. There are seven colors and it is available for $32.95 from the Gregg Homme Site.
The UNB Holiday shoot was shot! Many maybe going, shooting for the Holiday’s already? YES, to get it out to you guys we have to shoot it this time of year! The actual shoot will be out in Nov (shhh. Nov 28th). We had Derek Yates we have worked with a few times before. He is alway amazing to work with on each shoot. Then we had Nathan, new model we have never worked. He came down to be in the shoot and was a lot of fun (plus he wore our jock brief). Next we had Michael, who we found out is a big geek a heart and works at a video game store and is also a fitness competitor. I told him I never see guys like you working in my local video game store! And lastly is Chandler (who we profiled on the Brief Distraction today) who is a also a fitness guy and is TALL!
It was a long day for me because I have to head over 2 hours to the shoot and then back home in a day. The day had to glitches. The first was my DLSR camera’s batteries rand out halfway through for video and I had to use my phone. Which I hope turns out ok! I made the determination I need a real video camera. So if you notice a difference that is why! Next we had two pairs of underwear walk away. Lucky we had back ups but I was told the house we shot at in Birmingham is haunted so maybe the ghosts needed some new undies.
Above is a brief preview! We will have a lot more soon on the site and including videos. But follow us at the UNB Instagram account for more stuff from the shoot. We will post exclusive video previews and such there! I want to thank our brands in it, Clever, JOR, ManView, Modus Vivendi, Cocksox, aussieBum, Charles Owo and Wood Underwear.
I can’t wait to show you guys! I think you are going to love it!
We had the pleasure of working with Chandler today on out Holiday shoot. He was amazing to work with today. Super fun and an amazing guy. Here he is in cheapundies. We hope to have a lot more with him soon! We are talking about shoots we can use hime and our other models in soon.
We have to say congrats to Planet Undies! Its awesome when a store celebrates over 10 years in business. Planet Undies is now celebrating 11 years in business. They are offering 15% off from now till October 28th. Just use code 6300!
Are you a big boxer brief fan? If you are then you need to know about Xtremen underwear. They are a company that has mostly really fun boxer briefs. They have some great colors and some amazing stripes. They have been on the market for about a year and this is their third collection.
We are going to cover a few great pairs for this post and you can see more of Xtremen at the GDD World Site! This and other Fall collections are up or will be up by Sunday!
Xtremen 51342 Microfiber Boxer Color Blue – also comes in black.
Xtremen 51344 Microfiber Boxer Color White – also comes in black and grey
Xtremen 51346 Microfiber Boxer Color Black – also comes in blue and white
Xtremen 51348 Printed Boxer Color Gray – also comes in white
Xtremen 51349 Sports Boxer Color White – also comes in black and blue
Find these at a retailer online or through the GDD World site.
Wishing it was still summer. Joe Snyder sent over a few pics for us including this one featuring Snyder Shining Collection also shot on a venezuelan beach with Gianmarco Dortenzio
One of the great things about Fetish Friday is stretching fantasy into another dimension. With Halloween around the corner, it seemed like a perfect time to discuss the roleplay fetish and how underwear can enhance this experience. Everyone has heard of sexual encounters where partners pretend to be someone else. There is the doctor and patient, cop and robber, and even the contractor and the homeowner. The possibilities are endless when it comes to roles and scenarios that you can play out. Imagine if there was underwear that could take this roleplay to a whole new level.
Candyman Fashion is an underwear brand that takes underwear and mixes them with sexy costumers to bring a new playfulness to the bedroom. Take for instance, the police officer. The costume underwear features a boxer brief with a fun police design on it. The outfit is complete with a hat, tie, and cuffs to add to the fantasy that this hot cop is going to arrest someone. Another fun costume they feature is the fireman. This boxer brief comes with a strategically placed hose that will be sure to be used before the night is over. The great thing about the Candyman brand is that they recognize fantasy and fun and capitalize on it in their design. These pairs can be worn briefly in part under a pair of pants but are better meant for getting back to the house after dinner and slipping into something more comfortable!
Apart from sexy costumes, Candyman also offers a great variety of fun and stylish underwear with bright vibrant colors, shimmer, zippers, and mesh. These are all excellent additions to the fetish family as they allow for eye popping appeal and have the capability of showing off some skin.
Costumes area a great way to let your imagine run wild and let your inhibitions down. They can add a new dynamic in your sexual encounters or let you escape reality for a day as a character. Since it is Halloween, if you are going to any untraditional costume parties and are feeling a little brave, Candyman could be a winner for sexiest costume! Just make sure it is a warm night!
Review Garcon Model Briefs from UNB Blog on Vimeo.
This is Alex’s last review for UNB. He’s been an amazing part of UNB and it’s sad we bid farewell to Alex. He’s off to do some amazing things and this is his review of the Garcon Model briefs. We hope you enjoy! But don’t worry we will have more videos soon!
It’s Long Johns season, well just about! So we are working on a few things that feature Long Johns! This is the Core line from C-IN2.
New Gregg Homme is coming out. We will be bringing you more about the line soon! They have made some super fun pairs for this collection. I saw it back in August and can’t wait to show you!
Who said there isn’t a time and place for core classics. This is part of the Core line for C-IN2. I haven’t seen this pic before and I thought I would share!
Modus Vivendi has gone all out for its 2015 campaign and will be presenting its new collection in a huge 10-part series that literally spans the globe. This challenging new project takes the form of highly individual images presented by 10 amazingly talented photographers working in different parts of the world, each of whom has been chosen for his unique photographic style and unique ability to interpret and present Modus Vivendi’s inimitable style.
Each of the different lines from the new collection has been sent to one specific photographer, with a remit to illustrate the new designs in his own particular style. The original idea came from Christos Bibitsos, the designer and creator of every piece of Modus Vivendi clothing. Out of hundreds of photographers gifted in the portrayal of the male form, we chose 10 very talented artists, all of whom welcomed the project enthusiastically. And the results speak for themselves. Highly individual, stylish and powerful, these images are going to excite.
Our first stop is Leicester, England. The line presented is Modus Vivendi’s new Pride Line and the photographer who created these colour-intense images is Gavin Harrison. ‘Knowing Modus Vivendi produce top quality products, I knew I could focus all my efforts on creating sexy shots of the two great models Adam & Alex. I decided to keep the images simple but strong, taking the theme of colour from the collection as my inspiration’, said Harrison.
This underwear line is indeed all about colour, testing in a way the classic black and white Modus Vivendi approach and bringing vibrant colour combinations into the 2015 collection. The Pride line comprises briefs, boxers and tank tops, all of which feature contrasting tones of pink and grey, blue and red, green and black, yellow and purple. Dynamic and athletic, this underwear offers superior comfort and a modern look using classic cuts, soft cotton covered waistbands, extra-soft high quality fabrics, and discreet logos. In a word, this is sporty, happy underwear at its best!
Credits:
Underwear: Modus Vivendi (www.e-modusvivendi.com)
Photographer: Gavin Harrison (www.facebook.com/GavinHphotography)
Models: Adam Phillips (www.facebook.com/pages/Adam-Phillips-Model/224471841010583), Alex Cannon (www.instagram.com/al_cannon1)
Styling/assistand: Ant Tatton
Model: SAMUEL AGUIAR
Photographer: ANDRES RAMIREZ www.andres-ramirez.com
Underwear & swimwear brands: BOYS GET WET, C-IN2, JAMES TUDOR, NIT SWIM, TRIBE and ZYLAS
Samuel Aguiar is an attractive model with a sensual and powerful and imposing born in São Paulo (Brazil), but living in Barcelona (Spain). Samuel is 29 and measures 1.80 cm. Exudes masculinity, seduction of this statuesque model who works as a gogo, gogo dancers and performers promoter in events across Europe. Passionate about fashion, film, fitness, video games, swimming, dancing, driving on empty roads and cheescake.
2(X)ist has their fashion show today! We will bring you the video soon and hopefully some new reviews of the new undies they will be releasing!
Let’s face it we all want to find the best deals on underwear. Unless we are independently wealthy, we all do our best to shop around to find the best price. But what if one of your favorite brands started to do daily deals? That would be HEAVEN! This is exactly what Cocksox has done.
Every day they have two separate deals one for Cocksox and one for CSX line. Each day there is a different deal. These won’t be super discounted on older pairs but current stock and newer stuff on sale. So you won’t see 50% off sales every day. Not to say they may not do it one day but most of the deals I have seen are roughly 20% off or so. Which is a good discount any day of the week!
So go check out the deals every day! Get some amazing undies a great price.