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Creativity in Underwear – BumChums Inspiration: Perspiration

November 25, 2013 No Comments

It’s not nice guys, but let’s face it… We all sweat! That is unless you’ve had one of those trendy surgeries to remove all your sweat glands right? To be fair… A little freshly-ground sweat can be a turn-on in the right place. A musky, manly mist is like a mating-call to some, but maybe you don’t want it all the time and perhaps not everywhere.

Over the years we guys have seen underwear revolutions in the ladies underwear departments (even if not first-hand)! Why is it they get all the good stuff? Sports bras, cross your chest technology & sporty little supportive numbers to make sure that their vital statistics are supported and cared for during almost any activity you can think of. On the other hand… Who’s championing underwear innovation for blokes? Well naturally at bum-chums our teams are always thinking about men carefully and naturally, their front and rear packages equally, which is why we put some thought into something special for the discerning underwear connoisseur.

In fact, it was at a trip to the gym where we got to thinking… What if we had a sporty looking pant for guys which was not only well cut, made carefully but also was hot to look at yet not too slutty and also kept you cool?

Could this be the end to saline-soaked sweaty sack & cracks in pants?

The In2cooler from bum-chums is designed to do just that. With a polyamide power-mesh fabric caressing and cupping your up-front assets and shaping the rear-view beautifully, the fabric allows maximum airflow right where you need it… Balls & bum* (*that’s fanny to our US audience)!

Underwear may never have been designed so technically before since the invention of the first Bike Jocks back in the day but for us we saw it as an absolute necessity for men and well worth the design and development.

Cleverly placed frontal mesh allows air passing within your over garments to surround your scrotum, whoosh against your wiener and take with it the unwanted perspiration with every motion you make. The power-mesh with it’s high elastene content has plenty of play, so stretches with your body movement and returns back when you do.

Likewise, this same power-mesh at the rear is placed to allow air to circulate through your boy-booty and allow all that superfluous sweat to simply pass away, leaving you cool, comfortable and confident. These are all the things that go into making a pair of truly bum-loving pants!

Not forgetting another and rather important function our In2cooler allows… This revolutionary design of the garment and fabric selection with its massive air flow capabilities also helps to keep your man-stash cooler, which many leading health gurus hail as being important for men and their clever little sperms hiding away on the inside. Just another fringe benefit of what a well thought of design can afford the discerning male underwear enthusiast.

We wanted our new style to be sleek, supportive and stunning and so based the cut around a hip-brief design, with our low-rise and slim sides, the style is cupping, corporeal and catchy just like our alliteration! We believe that we created the perfect underwear for the 21^st Century active gentleman while fixing up a few of our less-attractive traits of working-out!

Our In2cooler is available in 3 stunning designs of Air, Ignite & Ice and is soon to be re-designed and added to in the new-year to expand the range.

So the next time you’re in need of inspiration or need to solve a problem, why not hit the gym and sweat it out? Or not maybe, if you happen to be wearing an In2cooler from Bum-Chums.

Article by Craig Hendry @ bum-chums, UK

Product: In2cooler

Available from: www.bum-chums.com

In Men's Underwear

Sizing – The XS Guide to Men’s Underwear

October 3, 2013 1 Comment

I have a 27″ waist.

Some people may think I’m joking when I say that, but keep in mind I’m only about as tall as Elijah Wood or Daniel Radcliffe. Shopping for clothes is not as fun for us smaller men because so many things could never fit, even with a good tailor. Most underwear is sized with Small being 28-30″ but there are many where Small can start at 30″. This can lead to frustration and disappointment when you realize that the store won’t accept a return on an opened package and that the Boy’s Section does not carry a 2xist y-back thong. Luckily for my fellow petite gents out there I’ve done some legwork to find brands that accommodate the Extra Small underwear fan.

HOM

HOM is a French brand that offers many styles in XS with a nice snug fit. The quality is outstanding and cuts are high on the leg for briefs. If you’d like a break from the current trend of giant brand names on the waistband, HOM offers very clean lines. It can be tricky finding a lot of colors outside of black, white and gray in the XS size, though. Overall HOM is a choice brand for basics with a sexy European edge.

American Apparel

American Apparel doesn’t offer a variety of styles- just a brief and a boxerbrief, but they are available in XS. They come in a rainbow variety of bright, fun colors and are widely available through many retail locations. They have become something of an icon for retro fashion briefs. Personally, they are not my favorite because I find they have a pretty flat, uncontoured pouch and maybe too much room in the back (your mileage may vary). After a few washes things kept sneaking out the leg bands which seemed to stretch out quickly.

CIN2

C-IN2 offers a few basic styles in XS but the good news is that their size Small tends to be a great fit for XS guys as well. Look for “No Show” or “Low Profile” styles for a great pouch and a low rise. Their jocks fit pretty well too, but could be tighter in the leg bands for that great “strapped in” feeling. I find the built-in “enhancing ring” in some of their briefs overcomplicated and unnecessary, but they do show off the good china. C-IN2 is one of my all-time favorite brands and offers a lot of colors, textures, and prints for the XS underwear fan.

Addicted

Addicted is a great brand from Spain that offers styles in XS. I have a brief, jockstrap, and jockbrief from them in XS and the fit is amazing. The jocks have nice thick leg straps for great butt lift and they have lot of bold colors and a striking signature waistband. The quality of construction is high, but so is the price tag. My Addicted XS jockstrap is in heavy rotation as my “wow factor” underwear and I look forward to ordering more from them soon.

Mundo Unico

Unico does not make an XS but most everyone agrees that you should order a size up anyway. Their size small is a tight fit regardless, and sometimes it seems their pouches can’t contain all of your enthusiasm. I find the tag placement on the outside to be odd but otherwise they look hot and are well constructed. Their trunks and boxerbriefs have great grip on the thighs and check out their thermals/long johns for the winter months.

Andrew Christian

Andrew Christian is booming now and seems to offer every style and color they make in XS. There’s a lot to choose from- briefs, jockbriefs, jocks, trunks, and even swimwear in youthful colors with lots of contrast piping. The fit in the waist and leg bands for XS is good, and a lot of them now come with “enhancing” or hanging-pouch features for your junk. I’m not a huge fan myself of the “toucan beak” or “anteater snout” look for my bulge but if you like to swing in the breeze then get some Andrew Christian.

Gregg Homme

Gregg Homme makes XS gear that you may not want to be seen folding at the laundry. Alternatively, stacking up a pile of Gregg Homme’s fetish-inspired mesh, faux leather, sheer crotches, zippers, and bondage strap underwear at the laundromat would definitely be a way to get attention! This stuff is definitely more playwear than daywear but has good construction with a definite attention to textures and fabrics. I don’t think the brand really does anything in “relaxed fit” so you can be sure the sizing will be snug. I appreciate that Gregg Homme doesn’t leave the XS guys out when it comes to dressing like a vampire stripper.

Brands that don’t make XS styles may still fit, but it may take some trial and error based on how close you are. It can be frustrating to buy something and have it look much baggier on you than expected, especially since returning a worn jockstrap can be tricky. Small sizes that are listed as within 28″ generally fit for me but not always as snug as I’d like. Check the sizing chart for each brand, some start at 30″ for Small. A good tip is to look for the ones that have lycra or spandex blended in, as those tend to be cut smaller with room for stretch. Don’t forget that you can try to shrink a cotton garment by washing it in hot water and drying it on high heat.

Tried any others? Leave a comment if you have

Dash is the newest writer here on UNB. We hope you enjoy this and you’ll see more from him soon! Follow him on Twitter @dashdistraction

In Brief Tales

Brief Tale – Yoshiiboi

September 3, 2013 No Comments

My story begins when I was about 6. In elementary school we didn’t have to change clothes for P.E. We would just do simple workouts in the clothes our parents dressed us in. So of course when the school was offering sport physicals my mom signed me up so that she wouldn’t have to pay for a doctor’s appointment. I had no idea that she had signed me up and had never had a physical done before. So when I was called down to the nurse with 5 other boys from my class I thought nothing of it. We all thought we were in trouble, but I was rational and figured if that was the case we would be seeing the principal not the nurse. When we entered the nurse’s office she asked for us to go behind the curtain and strip down to our underwear. Of course as children you are obedient; you don’t question adults so we asked no questions and went behind the curtains to begin undressing. Once behind the curtains it became pretty obvious how awkward the situation had become. Luckily a small but funny blonde kid was there for comic relief. He began quickly undressing to reveal Batman briefs; he tied the sleeves to his shirt around his neck to make a cape. T hen he placed his hands on his waist and jokingly stated that he was “Batman”. I stared in awe at his briefs; I had no idea that underwear was made differently than the white briefs I had grown so accustomed to wearing. We all chuckled as he ran around the small space behind the curtain until the nurse yelled for us to quiet down. As all the other boys began to undress I realized they all had the same pair as me, except one boy, my childhood friend. He had light brown hair, olive skin, big brown eyes, and a soft speaking voice. Like me, he was very shy, so we undressed together in the corner. As he dropped his pants I again was caught off guard by the burgundy briefs that he had on. I probably stared for longer then I should have, but we were kids so it wasn’t in a sexual way. So many questions ran through my head as we waited in line for our physicals. Like where did he get those from? Are there any other colors? Do they feel different from mine?

After the traumatic but enlightening sports physical, I began to wonder when my mom would go shopping. I would walk through the men’sunderwear aisle and stare at the boxes to see all the different colors and cuts. Of course, I couldn’t possess any of them, so staring would have to do for now. How does a 6 year old boy ask his mom to buy him colorful underwear? The solution to my problem came quickly. Christmas. When asked to make a Christmas list, I asked for Mighty Max, Rugrats, Pokemon, Power Rangers, and some underwear. You know, the usual. My mom quickly laughed after reading the last thing on my list. She asked me what colors I wanted and I quickly began thinking of colors I had learned of in school that liked. So Christmas day my mom surprised me with 3 packs of assorted underwear. Some even had snakes and alligators printed on them. I thought that I was so cool with my now colorful assortment of briefs. I was too cool for plain white briefs and I wanted more.

Over the next couple months I would randomly ask my mother to buy me underwear at the store when I would accompany her. After a short chuckle at how much I was blushing and how nervous I would get each time I made the same request, she would nod her head and ask me to pick out the pack I wanted. This went on for months, until that summer when my mom came home from shopping and had a surprise for me and my older brother. She gave us new swimsuits, but not like any we had ever worn before. They were briefs that I could wear in the pool or at the beach. I was baffled that I could even do that. I quickly smiled, grabbing it from her hands without thinking, undressing in my kitchen and slipping them on shamelessly (my parents thought I was going to grow up to be in Chippendales). The fabric was different, the feeling on my skin was new but I loved it. I ran over to the mirror in our hall way and studied the design. They were rainbow splattered in the front and all black on the back. I rubbed my hands all over them wondering what fabric it was and why it was so soft. My brother, un-phased by my reaction, thanked my mom, took his pair and walked away. I wore those until I was about 10.

I kept them but I wanted more like it. My mom couldn’t find any; she checked K-Mart where she found the first pair but was unable to find any others. So I stopped searching for them and returned to swimming trunks until I was 12. I was out shopping with my mom and sister in Newark when I stumbled across not 1 pair but 2 pairs of swim briefs in my size; one was black and yellow, the other blue and green. I of course awkwardly pulled my mom over to the rack and asked if I could have them. She smiled and grabbed them without responding and placed them in our cart. I was ecstatic; I couldn’t wait to go home and try them on. To say the car ride felt like it took forever was an understatement. When I finally got home I ran to my room and tried them on. The style was very nice but the fabric was off, it didn’t feel right. It was rough on my skin and not at all pleasant. Still I wore those until 14 because at that point I was entering High School and boys my age no longer wore briefs they wore boxers.

I remember being in the locker room for my first day of gym class and seeing all the upperclassmen strip into their boxers. This might have been when I realized I liked boys (haha) but their underwear was so unflattering. My first day of gym class I didn’t change because under my jeans I had on a pair of briefs and I didn’t want to be picked on. So when I got home I asked my mom to buy me boxers and I wore those until I was 16. I got my first job and start buying boxer briefs from American Eagle, which got boring fast. My excitement for underwear had died with my childhood. I wanted to be accepted so I did what I saw other kids my age doing and I wore what they wore.

After graduating high school I finally came to terms with being gay and started looking up pictures of guys shirtless; every few pictures there were guys in their underwear which quickly relit a flame once dead. I started looking up brands I had never heard of and seeing all the different cuts and styles available. I was like an addict surrounded by my drug of choice. I began ordering online, starting with Joe Snyder which doubles as underwear or swimsuits. I ordered 4 pairs in white, royal blue, black, and red. Note to self: check transparency before wearing out in public because some are see thru when wet. Talk about an awkward experience at the beach.

Right before my 19th birthday I stumbled across a blog called Underwear News Briefs, which to say was a dangerous discovery is a bit of an understatement. I began to read their reviews of underwear and swimsuits. This allowed for me to weigh my options and not blindly invest in random brands like I had done in the past, often times with regret. A brand they often rave about is N2N Bodywear, so after much debate and a bit of saving up I went ham and bought almost 300 dollars’ worth of their products (thanks to the blog I knew they were having a sale, some for as cheap as 10 dollars). My collection quickly grew; I started with briefs and gradually invested in other styles, anything from thongs to a singlet I just had to have. After realizing I was running out of space I started doing some cleaning out. Not of my underwear but of my clothes. Filling up 3 full drawers of just underwear. Now I have 9 drawers, but each only filled with one kind of clothing not needing more than one drawer. If it did I would just hang it in my closet.

Now at 20, soon to be 21, I am an Andrew Christian underwear of the Month club member, renewing once a year. I currently possess the brands Papi, Pistol Pete, N2N Bodywear, Joe Snyder, Aussiebum, C-in2, Male Power, Cocksox, Rufskin, Manus, Charlie, Stud, and Pump in all different cuts, fabrics, designs, styles, and collections. I’m proud of who I am and what I love, which is underwear. As I get older I hope that this love only grows as new styles and brands are introduced. Who knows, hopefully I find someone who shares a love for underwear in the way that I do. A boy can dream, cant he? So I leave you with a version of song lyrics from my all-time favorite animated movie.

“Look at these briefs
aren’t they neat?
Wouldn’t you think my collections complete?
Wouldn’t you think I’m the boy
the boy who has everything?
Look at these drawers
Undies to fold
how many wonders can one bedroom hold?
Lookin’ around here you’d think
Sure
he’s got everything
I’ve got boxers and briefs aplenty
I’ve got jocks and thongs galore
You want swimsuits?
I got twenty
But who cares?
No big deal
I want more…”

Hope you enjoyed reading my underwear discovery. I know I thoroughly enjoyed writing it, giving me a chance to reminisce 🙂

Find @yojoshiiboii on instagram.

In Brief Tales

Brief Tale – Find out how @hotguyntown got into undies

August 17, 2013 No Comments

By hotguyntown

Looking back, it all began with a quick glance through People magazine – briskly skipping over the standard Hollywood gossip puff-pieces and by chance opening to a full page ad for Jockey underwear with Jim Palmer. I was transfixed and energized by the image of the all-American jock in a pair of skimpy Elance briefs. For a second I wondered if anyone would notice if I tore the page out of the magazine, but I couldn’t resist. I knew I had to study this style, so different from my plaid boxer shorts and superman underoos. It showed off his package and firm round ass and I wanted to see more and know what it felt like to wear those briefs.

Going to the Y was a weekly event in my family; my dad would workout in the weight room and I would head off to the pool. I started noticing that guys were wearing something other than briefs or boxers when working out. Most of them, including my dad, were wearing a standard bike jock that started off white and quickly began to fade due to sweat and age. When I went off swimming, I saw the older boys practicing their laps in their speedos. And at that moment, I realized this was the perfect way to show off an athletic man’s body – tight gloriously round butts encased in spandex, bulges prominent in the front. I couldn’t help but stare, and definitely wanted to wear one of those as soon as I could.

And then finally, the momentous occasion, the first time I received an issue of the International Male catalog. The old joke held true for me – somehow I.M. knew I was a gay boy before I did. I don’t know how they knew, but I loved it, studied it, and spent way too much time planning which styles I had to have. I never ordered anything, but it was nice to know there were other guys out there who were into the same thing I was. Plus I knew where I could order pirate inspired fashion if I wanted to. A lace front ruffly shirt was always in-style in the I.M. catalog. I started out with CK, then moved on to 2xist and then moved on to Andrew Christian, Timoteo and all those fun brands that make up my ever growing collection.

In Boxer Brief-Trunk Reviews

Review – Dylan Ribkoff Trunks Ibiza

August 16, 2013 No Comments

As I opened the package I was overcome with the excitement of what was inside. The Dylan Ribkoff Yeah You trunk was soft to the touch and had a stretchy wide elastic waist band that proclaimed its designer.

I day of running around on the weekend was ahead of me. I put them on under shorts and a T-shirt and went on my day. They were snug and moved with me all day. They were so comfortable! The hugged me in the right places. The only down side was the tag in the back was the most annoying tag that I have ever worn. I ended up cutting it out ½ way through the day. The rode lower on the waist and were comfortable in gym and on a run. They have a solid construction and are stitched well and the knit stretched in every direction.

The Large fits a 36-38. They were low on the waist and comfortable. They supported you like a trunk/athletic trunk should. It was nice that they were made in Montreal and not China. These were one of the most comfortable trunks I have worn.

Pros:

Comfortable
Solid construction
Great for the gym
Made in Canada Eh!?

Cons

ANNOYING TAG!!

Ratings

Daily Fit – 8
Sizing – 9
Construction –10
Styling – 10
Daily performance – 10
Overall 9.9

These were furnished by Coveops for review.

In Brief Tales

Brief Tale – Why I Love thongs – Bithongguy

July 25, 2013 1 Comment

We’ve asked our readers to tell us about how they developed a love of underwear. One of our twitter followers (@bithongguy) told us all about his first experiences wearing thong underwear.

It was about 10 years or so ago. I had a girlfriend that kept trying to get me to wear her underwear, mostly thongs. I loved wearing them and I thought they looked great, but they weren’t really the most comfortable. We spent a year or two trying different brands and styles, so we could find something more comfortable for me. Unfortunately I didn’t find too many pairs that I could wear for long periods of times. We had planned a trip to the beach and we both were going to wear thongs, so it was time for me to get men’s underwear to wear in public.

Luckily, there was a new store that opened a few miles away that strictly sold men’s underwear. They had tons of brands that I had never heard of at the time; Rufskin, N2N, Joe Snyder and Andrew Christian. The guys at the store were really great, they let me try on tons of things and really gave me free reign in the store. These new pairs of underwear looked great and fit great. Shortly after our trip to the beach in my new underwear, we broke up.

I went back a few more times to the same place I bought my first pairs of new underwear and they asked me if I wanted to go to an underwear party at a club near by. I had a ton of fun and loved showing off. I also saw a bunch of other guys there that looked great and also loved showing off, so it slowly became a hobby. So, for me it really is just a fun to show off and enjoy others that like to show off in underwear.

Want to be featured in a Brief Tale? Email us and we could feature you, timothym@underwearnewsbriefs.com

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Review – Jockey Cuffed Trunk

June 5, 2013 No Comments

This is going to be an unusual review for two reasons: 1) it’s the first review I’ve ever written (for anything… ever), and 2) the review concerns a pair of underwear that is more likely to be found at a Target than from the specialty retailers online. So bear with me. Hopefully Tim and the gang won’t beat me up and take my lunch money on my first day.

I’ll start with the facts. The pair I’m reviewing is the Jockey “Cuffed Trunk” (insert party favor noise here). There is nothing exotic about these. It’s everything you would expect from a trunk style boxer brief in terms of cut, fit, and materials. Jockey offers this pair in three colors; hibiscus, olive, and blue indigo. The material is a blend; 48% cotton/48% modal/ 4% spandex.

To test these out I wore them to work. My job straddles the fence between white collar and blue collar. I spend about half of my day pointing and clicking but the rest is usually spent outdoors wearing coveralls and a hard hat. Being on my feet and performing physical tasks puts all of my clothes through a proverbial gauntlet (hence the coveralls). So finding a comfortable pair of underwear that can hold up over 12 hours is like finding a unicorn.

Sizing of this pair is consistent with domestic (U.S.) size charts. My waist is roughly 32″ but depending on the brand of underwear I wear either a small or a medium. In this case I chose small and it worked just fine. It was very comfortable, not too snug at all. I think their choice of materials is partially responsible. The cotton/modal blend is very soft, but strikes a good balance between comfort and support.

The thing that most impressed me about this pair was that it looked and felt really good over the entire workday. It’s very common that a pair of underwear will accomplish only one of these. Either it will be very comfortable but look like a train wreck by the end of the day, or it will look great but feel awful after a few hours. Let me tell you how much I enjoy having to adjust my underwear at a work site (insert sound of crickets here).

This pair remained stable over my entire workday. By ‘stable’ I mean that it did not droop, sag, or wander into places it shouldn’t have. As far as the pair looking good, I am going mostly by the feedback from my fiance. She really enjoys seeing me in these as her loiter time in the bathroom while I shave has increased by roughly 800%. Jockey has chosen some colors and contrast stitching that are just far enough from mainstream to make them visually appealing without being flamboyant. I picture the scenario in which I have a job-related accident and have to be resuscitated by EMTs. Do I want my co-workers to see me wearing a pink thong while being defibrillated? Not really. But not worry, these will send the message that you’re a man dammit… but you might listen to Annie Lennox occasionally.

As far as drawbacks, it’s hard to pick apart a pair that I enjoy as much as these. I am, however, going to knock them down a notch by mentioning that the construction of this pair is roughly equivalent to any other chain store bought pair of underwear. They’re fine, but not great. I fully expect that sometime in the next few months the first visible frayed end of a seam or waistband elastic will rear its ugly head.

I MUST mention here that I bought this pair at the price of 2 for $12 from the Jockey website. I’ve owned enough ‘fancy’ underwear to know that other brands who shall remain nameless would easily charge double for an equivalent pair.

To sum things up:

Pros

Very comfortable material and level of support
‘dimensionally stable’ even with moderate physical activity
Your significant other will suddenly look at you as if you’re the guy from those ‘Old Spice’ commercials
For what you get, these are dirt cheap

Cons

Don’t expect these to hold up forever. Mass produced just like most of our clothes.

Ratings

Daily Fit 8
Sizing 8
Construction/Materials 7
Styling 10
Daily Performance 9
Overall 8.4

Find these at the Jockey Site.

Note: Gabe is one of the newest writer/reviewer on the site. He will have a speedo article very soon!

In Men's Underwear

Review – Pikante 9226 Jockstrap

May 20, 2013 No Comments

When the package arrived i was curious of the content. When I opened it I found a nicely decorated flocked envelope with jockstrap marked. I opened to reveal its contents: a Pikante double effect jock strap. When I looked at them they were really a cross between a deconstructed brief and a jock strap more then just a traditional jock.

The seaming additional straps were a bit of a challenge… it took me 2 tries to get them on correctly but when i did i found a very comfortable pouch awaited. I wore them to work and then the gym. They did everything a jock should do, they held me well and moved with me and were comfortable. They will fast become one of the best jocks that I own. All through my work out they held my package and i almost forgot that they were on.

I wear a 35 so i got the XL. they were very true to size. They are true American sizes. So it is EZ to find your size that will be comfortable.

I like the comfort of the pouch and the design is so comfortable i could wear it all day. These are very comfortable with not binding or stretching. It is a basic redesign of a brief and has the exposure of a jock making it fun for the day or going out.

I love fashion and garment design and these are great on both levels. The straps wrap around to the pouch and do not come up in the back. They are held to the waist band by 2 vertical straps at the side. It made this a fun jock that is creative and different. This is 10 times better than the jocks from gym class but just as supportive.

Pros:

Comfortable
Creative
Fun

Cons

A little confusing to get on the first time
Could have brighter colors in the line

Ratings

Daily Fit – A
Sizing – A
Construction/Materials – A
Styling – B on color
Daily Performance – A
Overall: – A-

Pikante furnished this pair for review.

In Men's Underwear

Review – Nukleus Water Series Mekong Micro Bikini

December 17, 2012 No Comments

This review is of the Nukleus Water Series Mekong Micro bikini. This brand of underwear initially attracted my attention due to their company’s emphasis on environmental protection. They use a new fabric called Lenzing Viscose, which is made sustainably from wood, and they recycle all the by-products of production, minimizing their impact on the environment. Colors available include Navy blue, royal blue, red, black and yellow. I am sucker for bright colors, so I got a three-pack of yellow ones, for $16.50 including shipping. Their sizing tends to follow European sizing, so I bought one size up (medium) and tried them out. First impressions were: “damn, they make me look hung” and they also fit my more than ample butt—-which can be a challenge to fit sometimes.

I wore the Nukleus all through the day at work, which has me getting up and down often, as well as sitting in several meetings. After work, I went to the gym for a weight-lifting workout with my trainer. I was very impressed with the comfort of this pair—at times it felt like I was hardly wearing underwear while still giving me the support I expect from a bikini. Even through a tough leg workout at the gym, they still maintained their shape, did not ride up with wear, and still made me look hot when changing in the locker room. The lenzing material is naturally sweat wicking, and in this case, actually helped keep me dry during the workout.

I was really impressed on how the cut of Nukleus appeared to augment the size of my plumbing. Andrew Christian may have his nearly naked briefs, but Nukleus figured this out several years prior, and at slightly more than $5 each, you can’t beat the price. Keeping me comfortable while working out and looking good in the locker room afterwards were unexpected bonuses as well. Many brands claim to be “sweat wicking” which usually means you end up with wet and soggy underwear after the workout. Nukleus’ claim to keep you dry actually was the truth.

The main disadvantage of buying Nukleus is the lack of a US seller. They can only be purchased over the internet from Malaysia, and the lag time for delivery can be as much as 3 weeks. Also, I purchased another three-pack after my initial review, and ever though I ordered the same size, they were significantly smaller than first ones I bought, despite being labeled “medium”. Not sure if that indicates a problem with their quality control or if it was a one-time fluke. Given my initial impression of their product, it’s not enough to scare me away from buying more. The overall comfort, shape, body enhancing cut and sweat wicking of the material helped make this become one of my new favorite pair of underwear.

Pros:

Price ~$5 each
Body enhancing shape
Sweat wicking
Bright colors available

Cons:

Delay in delivery
European sizing
Possible quality control issues

Ratings

Fit	4
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	5
OVERALL	5
*OUT of 5*

You can find this pair at UnderwearConcept.com and three-packs are available for $16.50 at their site.

Note: UNB-LJ is a new reviewer who is based in the US and travels the world and always picks up new undies where ever he goes. He’s going to share some reviews of those pairs and how he finds great undies all over the world.

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Review – Joe Snyder JS-LCH01 – Bikni

November 25, 2012 No Comments

Over the past week, I have had the pleasure of reviewing Joe Snyder’s Launch (LCH) bikini and it was the first time that I have worn any piece of Joe Snyder underwear. While getting the chance to try new and unique undies is always welcomed, there is always a slight fear of the unknown in terms of style, construction, as well as brand. This bikini certainly was different than any other brief that I have worn since it features an elastic ring within the pouch of the brief to provide a substantial front profile enhancement. Pictured above this review are images of myself in the review pair to give you, the reader, an idea of how the pair fit on me so you can further understand my perspective. I will attempt to do this for each underwear review that I do moving forward. Now, onto my review.

When I first opened the package containing the bikini, I had no preconceived notions on what to expect. In fact, when I first looked into the pouch and saw the size of the ring that I would put my junk through, I was honestly pretty confused. After three or four tries to snake my stuff through the hole, I was amazed by the profile increase. It is very drastic. In terms of comfort, the longer I wore the bikini, the more I got used to the feeling of the ring and grew to enjoy it. Along with the ring in the front, there are also two slits on each side of the pouch. At first, these seemed very unnecessary and I wasn’t very fond the of aesthetics of the front of the pair. Once I wore the underwear, I quickly realized that these slits make both positioning your junk through the ring and using the bathroom much easier. Featuring a fully covered rear, this bikini never rode up and the leg opening do not separate from my legs. Even after working out and putting the underwear through the paces of a normal day, the underwear did not change positions at all. Very impressive.

My favorite part of this bikini is the fabric. Using an 80% polymide and 20% spandex fabric blend, this brief is incredibly soft and smooth while having the ability to wick away sweat. I found its feeling to be very similar to the swim briefs which I have worn swimming laps in high school. When compared to the fabrics of all the briefs I currently own, this Joe Snyder bikini wins hands down. The fabric alone can make you forget that you are wearing any underwear at all, even though your goods are stuffed through the inner elastic ring.

Joe Snyder offers this brief in four other colors other than turquoise. Following this test, I intend to try wearing more Joe Snyder products and I suggest you do the same.

Pros-

Superior front profile lift
Lack of underwear shift throughout the day
Amazing fabric blend

Cons-

Other than my minor aesthetic gripe regarding the front pouch, none at all.

Ratings:

Fit: 5
Materials: 5
Look: 4.5
Construction: 5
Daily Wear: 4.5
Overall: 4.8

These were furnished for review by Joe Snyder. They can be purchased at the Joe Snyder site.

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Get Great Undies on a College Budget

November 12, 2012 No Comments

Problem: How does an underwear conscious straight guy in college not only feed his desires for the finest quality underwear available while living on a budget?

Solution: To save money buying underwear, one must be patient and buy clearance undies, take advantage of designer sales, and buying from wholesale department stores when possible.

To love high quality, super fashionable underwear while living on an very tight and almost miniscule college budget is a very difficult scenario with which to be faced. Unfortunately, I am currently faced with these budget constraints; however, I still find a way to buy the undies that I like by never overspending on a given pair. I would estimate that most guys waffle between buying new undies or some other essential product a few times throughout the year. Unfortunately, this is a harsh reality of the real world, but a tight budget should never deter any man from buying the undies that he desires. Through being a very patient shopper and having the savvy to know when sales are throughout the year will yield major savings on underwear. In the following paragraphs, I outline a few techniques which I use to ensure that I am always wearing high-grade undies while still being able to pay my rent.

Chances are that if you are a frequent visitor of the Underwear News Briefs website, you know that wearing the best underwear is not a cheap proposition. You can quickly find yourself spending upwards of $100 dollars on only few pairs of underwear. Doing this while living on a college budget is nearly impossible so you must be patient and wait for products to reach the clearance rack. By doing this I have purchased a great deal of my favorite briefs for a fraction of their original price. Recently, I purchased one pair of Andrew Christian ‘show it’ low no show briefs and one pair of C-IN2 low no show briefs for $12 each on clearance from nordstrom.com. Which is 50% off of the original price. There are pitfalls to this money saving strategy such as a very limited selection of colors and sizes.

Online sites keep our top drawers fresh and diverse with new undies. Being an underwear junkie, I look forward to wandering various online retailers of undies and find new styles and cuts from my favorite designers. Large semi annual sales featuring brands like 2(x)ist and Calvin Klein are the times where I try to buy new underwear. For instance, during one of 2(x)ist’s 25% off all their products’ sales over the summer, I purchased three pair of their touch no show pouch briefs for $18 each. I have also found equal savings during CK’s 25% all products’ sales and most recently picked up two X micro limited edition hip briefs for $18 per pair. I understand that resisting the urge to purchase just released undies is incredibly tough, but through waiting for the big designer sales throughout the year, you will be able to match my savings.

Discount and wholesale department stores such as TJMaxx or Marshalls sometimes carry great undies from Calvin Klein, 2xist, Hugo Boss, and and Diesel, but it is usually tough to find the perfect pair since these stores feature closeout and clearance items from designer’s factories. For example, I am a thin guy and I wear size small underwear. As a result, I usually don’t find the undies that I am looking to buy. Even though this is very frustrating, you must not let this stop you from checking these stores often because each week they receive new shipments of products. As a result, you will eventually find undies that suit your preferences at a price which is very modest for designer underwear. In the past, I have purchased brand new CK X Cotton and X Micro hip briefs at TJMaxx for $7 per pair! This is less than a third of the price that designers and other retailers charge. Granted this does not happen often, but underwear scores at wholesale stores are very exciting. When you don’t have much money to dedicate to buying undies, finding cheap briefs in a TJMaxx or Marshalls store makes for a wonderful day.

Wearing the best underwear available is not something that is always super affordable, but it should be a right for all guys. As underwear aficionados, we understand and deal with this. There are ways to do it affordably. As long as you the consumer know what you are buying and when to buy undies, you will save a large amount of money. Just make more intelligent purchasing decisions. Don’t sacrifice underwear quality because of your budget.

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New Staff Member Jon

October 24, 2012 3 Comments

We have expanded our staff a little bit over the past week. The newest guy on the blog is Jon. He’s joining us as a college student and also another straight guy into underwear. Which we think is awesome. It’s really great to get more guys straight and gay into underwear! Here is a little about his journey into underwear

In the eyes of modern media and society, to have an obsession with fine underwear and be straight is the equivalent of being a hippie during the Vietnam War and support President Johnson’s foreign policy. Modern culture just doesn’t want guys to be this way and while the majority of straight men wear loose fitting, old, and crummy boxer shorts and boxer briefs, there is a silent minority of underwear conscious straight men, which care deeply about the underwear, the styles available, and the industry as a whole. My name is Jon and I write this piece today for Underwear News Briefs as a straight man, which fits into this category. I am a current college student and what you would call your average guy. I love to watch baseball, football, hockey, and watch most types of auto racing. Along with this, I enjoy playing pickup sports frequently when time allows, having some beers with good friends, and chasing girls at night (usually failing, although you still have to think of yourself as a player!). Over the past two years, I have discovered the awesome variety of men’s designer underwear available for purchase and while at first I was a bit self-conscious in terms of hiding what I was wearing under my pants, I have now learned to appreciate what I wear and speak more openly regarding my underwear.

Prior to making the switch to designer underwear and specifically briefs, I was what people would term the “crummy boxer” guy. Because of locker room homogenization and the straight fear of being an outcast because of your underwear, I reluctantly wore underwear which I not only thought were not eye appealing, but more importantly, incredibly uncomfortable. Even my girlfriend at the time thought my boxers were stupid and lame! However, once college hit and I could no longer take working out and dealing with chafing and weggies, I made the switch. At first, I was very self-conscious. I can remember the first time that I went to play football one summer night wearing my new CK briefs under my shorts. One guy that is a regular attendee of the pickup games is a big prankster and has the tendency to “pants” people often. Throughout that game, I watched my back like the mafia was hunting me down. I was so terrified of being emasculated by my friends or even lose friends as a result of the underwear that I was wearing. Luckily, there were no issues that night. In my drawers at home, I would make sure to keep around three pair of “normal” boxer briefs to cover my CK’s in order to not catch any grief from my brothers or parents. I would even go as far as refusing to let others do my laundry. In the crowded locker room at the gym on campus, changing in front of others made me self-conscious. Standing in just my briefs, there was just an unexplainable feeling that all eyes were instantly glued to my undies. At that time I felt like a fool and I thought that those eyes were looking down on me in laughter, however; I tried to not be deterred. I just kept telling myself that they were just briefs and that it’s not that big of a deal.

It was only this spring when I finally began becoming more open in public about my underwear. Now when I play football at night, I honestly wouldn’t care if I got “pantsed”. Even if everyone on that field laughed at me, I would not hesitate to say that I wear designer briefs because they are so much more comfortable that whatever you guys call underwear, along with being so much more eye appealing. Because of the close-knit group of friends that I have, I know that my underwear choice would never be a deciding factor in a friendship. I would probably continue to get lots of jokes and they may last for a while, but I would hope that out of this, a few of them would consider trying what I was advocating. The fear of my family seeing my briefs in my top drawer has long since passed. I don’t care what they say and honestly why should I? They are just underwear and are there to make me feel the most comfortable and confident as possible. As for the locker room, that is not a big deal. Like I just previously said, they are just underwear. Most people that go into a locker room want to get out as quickly as possible so the likelihood of some guy giving you dirty looks for wearing “gay” or “weird” underwear is very slim. Today, I change in a public setting without reservations.

I have one story to share, which brings my tale of achieving confidence in my briefs full circle. Last winter after a party, I ended up at a hot tub with a few girls and we all just decided to strip down into our undies to chill out and get warm. I knew I would get a reaction when I took off my pants and I certainly did which honestly, I was excited about. Wearing nothing but a pair of 2xist micro modal no show briefs, I splashed my way into the Jacuzzi and to my surprise and delight; there were no negative remarks. One girl even said that she found them HOT. Yes, there were a few looks, but it was probably at something else! What a great night that was. It eased so many of my fears.

Straight guys reading this and considering making the switch, DON’T HESITATE! I can’t fully explain to you how great it feels to go on a nice long run without pulling sweaty boxers out of the crack of your butt. Imagine that! You feel so much sexier wearing briefs and you sure as hell don’t have to worry about constant weggies caused by sitting or walking, or for that matter do absolutely any activity. I know that at first the fear within straight men of excommunication as a result of your underwear is very real, but I can assure you that your true friends will always be your friends no matter what is underneath your pants. Even if some jerk in a locker room starts giving you crap for your briefs, just stand there and speak you beliefs. Why should he honestly care? Hey, you never know, you could even convince some people to switch and follow your lead! Like I have said multiple times, its just underwear, but it is no doubt the most important thing you are currently wearing. Have confidence in yourself and wear what you think not only looks the best, but also feel the best. Trust me, I have been there, you will not be sorry.

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National Underwear Day!

August 22, 2012 No Comments

Join Freshpair in making a change by visiting us in New York City tomorrow and Thursday for a pop-up experience at 315 W. 57 Street (11 a.m.-7p.m.) to celebrate our 10th annual National Underwear Day. Matthew Butlein, President of Freshpair, says, “With both our new site launch and this year’s National Underwear Day celebration, we want to empower our customers to find the style and fit that will make them look and feel their best.” The experience includes an intro to our Men’s Underwear Club, Sunscriptions Program, as well as interacting with underwear models.

Not in the city? Have no fear! Get briefed on your underwear personality by taking our signature style quiz, and get the play-by-play of our pop-up event by following Freshpair on Twitter. And, don’t miss out on the National Underwear Day sales happening this month.

Fans of Freshpair on Facebook will also be eligible for exclusive promotions on underwear and lingerie sets.

Look better, feel better. Experience change and explore a confident fit with Freshpair.

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Review – Male Power Herringbone Jock

February 24, 2012 No Comments

I was super excited to receive a Male Power Herringbone Jock to review. I’ve never purchased any of their underwear, and I always love trying out different brands. I tend to wear briefs and jocks in all sorts of colors and cuts daily, so it’s not really a stretch for me to wear something that might be a little more flashy on occasion.

Male Power is known in the industry for creating sexy underwear for men. This includes cotton briefs, mesh jocks, silk thongs, and everything in between. The Herringbone is one of their newest collections. It has a super soft crocheted pattern that offers just a glimpse at what is underneath. I decided to wear the jock on my day off while I was running errands. As soon as I put it on, I realized that this jock seemed more like a jock I would wear to get things going in the bedroom more than one I would wear all day. The pouch is shaped well but doesn’t offer much support, as the material has a lot of give. And the straps are extremely thin and also don’t offer much support in the rear. A couple of times throughout the day I found myself thinking I may as well have gone commando.

This jock is 85% nylon, 15% spandex. The pouch is created with a 4-way stretch herringbone crochet that is super soft against the skin and is available in red, black, and nude. My thoughts are that the sizing created the lack of support. The jock is available in sm/med and lg/xl. I have a 30-inch waist, which puts me right in the middle of their sm/med sizing. So while the waist is comfortable, overall the jock proves to be slightly too big for me.

Fit	2
Materials	4
Construction	3
Look	3.5
Daily Wear	3
Overall Out of 5	3.7

The Male Power Herringbone Jock was provided for review by MalePower. Reviewed by BriefsATL

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Review – Petit-Q Rivera Brief

February 16, 2012 No Comments

I was lucky enough to get this brief from Petit-Q. All the reviewers were given the chance to review Petit Q’s new line and was asked which pair they wanted. At first I was afraid it wasn’t going to fit me since I wear a small and was sent a medium. I am glad I was sent a medium because it fit much better than I suspect a small would.

The design itself is very unique with the cut away eliminating fabric from most of the left side of the garment. When I first put it on I was afraid that since the whole left side consisted of two strings that the brief was going to pull to the right and cause discomfort. I could not have been more wrong. The design stayed in place throughout the entire day and night I wore it. The only thing I found adjusting was the crotch fabric. It has a tendency to slip a little lower than I would have preferred. I was not in danger of falling out of the brief. For me personally, I prefer a crotch that is sewn with a bigger “C” to give more room. The room in the crotch does not crush or push flat but it could use a tiny tweak in the construction to offer more room.

I have to say that even though this is not a thong, which is my personal favorite style, this bikini is one of my new favorite pairs of underwear in my collection. If you are an underwear fan that is looking for fun pieces to augment your collection than I would definitely suggest you add this to your drawer.

PROS

Great design
Soft fabric
Nice vibrant colors

CONS

The pouch sizing could be a bit bigger

Fit	4.5
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	4.5
OVERALL	4.8

*OUT of 5*

These were furnished for review by Petit-Q

Reviewed by UNB Thong Guy

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Review – Ryocco 1453 Thong

February 11, 2012 No Comments

I love getting new thongs to try and was eager to spend a day wearing the Ryocco thong. The fabric is a really soft feeling fabric. It was great to wear to the gym because it was so light. I loved the black, grey, and white camo print.

The design has some great things and some not so great things. I would have recommended any person that is interested in trying a thong to try this one because of the design of the back of the garment. Most thongs are a skimpy back and most guys would be embarrassed if they were caught “whale tailing” out of the back of their jeans. The Ryocco thong is designed with coverage on the back that looks like you might be wearing briefs if your underwear peeks out of the waistband of your pants. It sounds a little strange to say but I would describe this design as a full coverage thong.

I normally wear thongs very often to I was surprised when I noticed that when at the gym I had a bit of discomfort with the actual strap of the thong. My only complaint would be that the strap is too wide. While working out I felt the strap fold in half. It wasn’t so uncomfortable that I was miserable but I did have to dig in my gym shorts to adjust it.

Would I wear it again? Yes. I don’t know if I would wear it to work out in again. I would wear it on a night on the town under my jeans. As a matter if fact its time to get dressed to go out…….

PROS

Soft fabric
Fun print
Full coverage in the back

CONS

Thong strap too wide

Fit	4
Materials	5
Construction	3
Look	5
Daily Wear	3.5
OVERALL	4.3

*OUT of 5*

This pair was furnished for review by Ryocco

Reviewed UNB Thong Guy

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Review – CandyMan 9511 Thong

February 1, 2012 No Comments

Today, I am going to review the CandyMan 9511 Thong. This thong has a triangular cut out at the top of the front pouch as well as the rear strap. Much to my surprise, I receive a pair with a black waistband and nautical white/navy striped pouch! Loving everything nautical, I couldn’t wait to toss on these babies!

The construction appeared to be well done, although my OCD got the best of me seeing as the stripes don’t line up on the 93%Polyester, 7% Elastane pouch. Upon first test drive, I realized that one must dress in the ‘down position’ as the pouch wasn’t quite large enough and dressing ‘up’ would result in a potential ‘escape’ of the anaconda … If you know what I mean. That noted, The pouch cut out, when positioned correctly allowed for one to pull their ‘snake’ out, allowing it to freely hang while the boys remain nicely supported inside the pouch.

I wore this thong to work and out for drinks afterward. The pouch, being a little too small, required proper adjustment a few times during the day. The fabric, while descent, wasn’t the softest thing, which caused a little discomfort towards the end of the day.

Likes:

Good construction
Great pattern
Suggestive design.

Dislikes:

Pouch was on the smaller side
Cut out required one ‘dress’ down
Fabric wasn’t the softest

The ratings

Fit	3
Materials	3
Construction	4
Look	4
Daily Wear	3.5
OVERALL	3.5

*OUT of 5*

This pair was furnished for review by CandyManFashion.com. Written by Sean

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Review Valentino’s G-String

January 30, 2012 No Comments

My name is Sean, I live, play and work in the design industry in Boston. I have been wearing thongs for years! I originally fell in love at the thought of wearing something that was barely there, but then came to appreciate the functional design of such a garment. I wear thongs during my day-to-day life, especially in the summer and nearly always at the gym. Thongs are perfect for the gym because they do not restrict any motion and there is very little bunching – as an avid yogi and runner, this is a MUST! I also wear thongs out on the town, not to show off, but to go un-noticed under light colored pants.

Today, I am going to review the NDS G-Sting from ABC Underwear. This particular G-String comes in a variety of colors, I just so happen to be wearing the red one. The packaging was pretty no-frills, but I was excited to try them on! The G-String had the standard string sides with an adjustable pouch. Upon first inspection, the construction looked pretty good – almost as if it were meant to double as a swimsuit, which I am sure it could on account of the nylon/elastane blend. The label is a black/silver stag placed on the front of the pouch at the top, which I could do without as it cheapens the look. The sizing on this model was small/medium, and was displayed on a large tag attached at the top of the interior of the pouch. This posed a problem for someone of my size, I am 6’1 and a size 30 waist, meaning smalls usually fit just right; this small/medium was definitely a little too large unless it was meant to be worn higher than standard low-rise underwear. Sometimes being skinny is a curse!

I decided to wear them out for dinner and out for drinks after with friends. I put the G-String on and inspected things in the mirror before setting out. The pouch is contoured, I assume to fit the natural anatomy of a man. This had it pro’s and con’s, most of which I didn’t really notice until I was out and about. While it felt as if my ‘fella’s were allowed to swing so to speak, there was a lack of support and a little too much swing of the pouch while walking. This didn’t offer up a nice ‘display’ of ones assets and the pouch tended to change size seeing as it was not securely fastened to the waist string. The waist of the pouch tended to bunch after walking from the restaurant to the bar and required some adjusting throughout the night. While it was nice to not feel confined, the pouch offered a little too much space and swing. The pouch was also a little uncomfortable as the night went on beneath my pants. While I wasn’t thrilled with the G-String, it was fun to play with the size of the pouch!

PROS

Good construction
Fun color

CONS

Adjustable pouch bunched
Strange contour
Itchy tags
Slightly too big in the waist
Back strap and pouch,

Fit	2
Materials	4
Construction	4
Look	3
Daily Wear	2.5
Overall *Out of 5*	3

These were furnished for review by ABC Underwear.

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Review: Valentino’s G-Sting

December 29, 2011 No Comments

My name is Sean. I live, play and work in the design industry in Boston. I have been wearing thongs for years! I originally fell in love with the thought of wearing something that was barely there, but then came to appreciate the functional design of such a garment. I wear thongs during my day-to-day life, especially in the summer and almost always at the gym. Thongs are perfect for the gym because they do not restrict any motion and there is very little bunching – as an avid yogi and runner, this is a MUST! I also wear thongs out on the town, not to show off, but to go unnoticed under light colored pants.

Today I am reviewing the NDS G-Sting from ABC Underwear. This particular G-String comes in a variety of colors—I just so happen to be wearing the red one. The packaging was fairly no-frills, but I was still excited to try them on! The G-String had the standard string sides with an adjustable pouch. Upon first inspection, the construction looked pretty good – almost as if it were meant to double as a swimsuit on account of the nylon/elastane blend. The label is a black/silver tag placed on the front of the pouch at the top, which I could do without as it cheapens the look. The sizing on this model was small/medium and was displayed on a large tag attached at the top of the interior of the pouch. This posed a problem for someone of my size. I am 6’1 with a size 30 waist, meaning smalls usually fit just right. This small/medium was definitely too large unless it was meant to be worn higher than standard low-rise underwear. Sometimes being skinny is a curse!

I decided to wear them out for dinner and drinks with friends. I put the G-String on and inspected things in the mirror before setting out. The pouch is contoured, presumably to fit the natural anatomy of a man. This had it pros and cons—the cons not being noticeable until I was out and about. While it felt as if my “fellas” were allowed to swing, so to speak, there was a lack of support and a little too much swing of the pouch while walking. This didn’t offer up a nice display of ones assets and the pouch tended to change size as it was not securely fastened to the waist string. The waist of the pouch tended to bunch after walking from the restaurant to the bar and required some adjusting throughout the night. While it was nice to not feel confined, the pouch offered a little too much space and swing and was a little uncomfortable as the night went on. While I wasn’t thrilled with the G-String, it was fun to play with the size of the pouch!

Likes:

Good construction,
fun color.

Dislikes:

Adjustable pouch bunched and had a strange contour, itchy tags, slightly too big in the waist, back strap and pouch,

The ratings

Fit	2
Materials	4
Construction	4
Look	3
Daily Wear	2.5
OVERALL	3.0

*OUT of 5*

These were finished for review by ABC Underwear.

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Review: Lobbo Cotton G-string

December 28, 2011 No Comments

I was asked to review the Lobbo Cotton G-string from abcunderwear.com. I know many of you guys aren’t into thongs or g-strings, but I if you were ever tempted to try one out, then this would be the perfect g-string for a newbie. It is a basic g-string. The pouch is large enough to hold everything in it without smooshing you. It is like a pair of boxer briefs on your junk with elastic string holding it in place. I found the pouch’s width to be great in proportion to my body. I wore it to the gym, lounged in it at home and even slept in it. I own several g-strings and did not think that this one was any better or any worse. The only thing I thought was lacking was the quality of the pouch’s fabric. I personally prefer cotton to be a softer than the material ABC used.

Are most of you going to wear this to the gym? Probably not. Will I wear it to the gym again? You bet! The price on abcunderwear.com is great if you really want to get one or if you are curious about trying underwear that is out of your normal comfort zone. Your girlfriend or boyfriend will love to see you in something sexy or skimpy. Mine does!

Pros-

Inexpensive
good starter g-string for newbies

Cons-

cotton cold be softer

Fit:	4
Material:	2
Construction:	4
Look:	5
Daily Wear:	4
Overall:	3.8

This pair furnished for review by ABC Underwear

Reviwed by UNB Thong Guy

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Review: UndizOrg Brief

October 31, 2011 No Comments

I was away on a business trip when my new undies arrived, but was so excited when David showed them to me on Skype. From far away they had a really nice looking cut, great color (a very subtle purple) and fun design. David told me that he was far less impressed with them in person. On returning home, I’m a little less impressed, but not totally disappointed.

Upon wearing the 95% Cotton, 5% Spandex briefs, my first thought was comfortable and actually not bad looking, but David noticed that they were asymmetrical (the vertical lines outlining the crotch were different lengths), and said they looked cheap. When I looked in the mirror, I had to agree, the lines were different lengths and gave a very uneasy feel to the look. Besides that, the waistband lettering is uneven (and you’d think the Undz part of the name would be front and center, but it’s the Org that sits over the crotch), and overall they look like they were bought off of the bargain rack after not passing inspection, they have that “as is” look to them.

Where the UndzOrg undies excel is in price. At $4.99 each (available in purple, grey, blue, white, pink, green, and black), the price is what you’d expect to pay for a pair of bargain brand underwear. Just as a side note: the website is awful. Incorrect grammar, spelling, and it’s just offensive in how little it seems the company thinks of their customers.

PROS

Price
Color
Choice of colors

CONS

Material
Looks cheap

Fit	4
Materials	2
Construction	2
Look	3
Daily Wear	4
OVERALL	3.0
*OUT of 5*

There were furnished to review by Undz.org

Posted by Keith

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UNB N2N Raider Singlet review

October 27, 2011 No Comments

When I found out I was going to review an N2N singlet, I thought it would be a singlet like the ones wrestlers wear. Not quite. The singlet I received was more mesh-like in appearance–kind of like those mesh workout shorts but with larger holes. It did not seem like it would be all that comfy, yet it was. The nylon and spandex blend (83%/17%) is really comfortable despite appearances to the contrary.

The first time I wore the singlet, it was as a surprise for my boyfriend and he liked it a lot. I was honestly surprised at how comfortable the singlet was. My previous bad experiences with N2N thongs left me a bit guarded, but I came away very happy with this singlet. Obviously an item like this isn’t meant to be worn at work or the gym, so I can’t really speak to how comfortable it is after sitting in an office chair for 8 hours or after running on a treadmill. I see its primary use as erotic/fetish underwear–calling it lounge wear may be stretching it. But however you slice it, it is comfortable and easy to take care of.

Other than the mesh styling, the singlet has few other downsides. The most obvious is that it can be a bit difficult to get into correctly. Even if you think you are getting into it the right way, it may still be inside-out.

Pros

Sexy mesh styling
Comfortable fabric blend

Cons

Not every day wear
Can be difficult to get into
Mesh styling may become uncomfortable for some

Fit	5
Materials	4
Construction	3
Look	5
Daily Wear	1

These were furnished for review by N2N Bodywear. Reviewed by Brad

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Review: Zeus Open-Side Sheer Brief

October 26, 2011 No Comments

NDS WEAR is new to me as a brand and the packaging with the NDS WEAR logo seemed minimalistic; however, when I opened the package, I pulled out what I can only describe as a very sexy European designer pair of sheer erotic wear composed of 82% nylon and 18% elastane. They are comfortable to wear, but above all are very sexy!

The biggest feature of the open-side Zeus iss the comfortable material of the medium size waste band. The one thing I hate about bikini and open-side briefs are waste bands that are too small which makes them prone to sliding, binding and chaffing. You will not have a problem with this waste band. The other big feature is a very comfortable form-fitting pouch. I’ve tried on other sheer type underwear in the past, but I can’t recall many that had a comfortable pouch.

Pros:

Comfortable pouch with well constructed seams
Machine washable on cold cycle with like colors

Cons:

Erotic wear, not daily wear

Fit	5
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	4
Daily Wear	3
OVERALL	4
*OUT of 5*

These were furnished for review by ABC Underwear. Reviewed by John

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Review: NDS Valentino’s G-String

September 24, 2011 No Comments

I’m all for trying new things—be it food, activities or in this case underwear—so I was extremely excited to hear that I was getting a g-string to review—something I have very little experience with (being that it’s outside my boxers and jocks world). David and I opened our packages at the same time and we were less than enthused at the looks of our new arrivals. Both just seemed very bland. Mine admittedly had a better shape to it than David’s and at least some semblance of style. Maybe they’d be comfortable though?

I wasn’t so lucky. The pouch is made from an 82% nylon 12% elastane blend which is normally a fantastic feeling fabric—very silky. Unfortunately, it bunches and feels like it pinches the skin. I wore it out to dinner and after returning home, found that the shape of the pouch had changed so that the sides were completely vertical and not covering everything that they should have been. I’ve worn thongs before, and can quite enjoy the feeling of it riding up the crack, but this elastic band was very harsh and chafed, rather than feeling gentle up the back.

Available in two sizes (S/M and L/XL) at $9.95 from ABCunderwear.com it’s not a bad price, and the variety of colors is great but the comfort of the g-string and the lack of shape leave much to be desired.

PROS

Different
Fabric
Price
Colors

CONS

Looks
Comfort

Fit	3
Materials	5
Construction	2
Look	1
Daily Wear	1
OVERALL	2.4
*OUT of 5*

This pair was furnished by ABC Underwear for Review

Review by: Keith

In Boqari Underwear

Review: Boqari Square Mesh and Jamaican Mesh Low-Rise Trunks

August 5, 2011 No Comments

After spending three months in Italy, David came back to the states with a new respect for underwear. He fell in love with the style, comfort, and fabrics used in European underwear. Since being back in the U.S., he has developed a fondness for high quality underwear such as 2xist, Go Softwear, and by far his favorite, an Italian company, Intimissimi.

Keith is a boxers kind of guy. Although he has a soft spot for Ginch Gonch, his favorite underwear is whatever comes in a 3 or 4 pack from Target. David hopes this will change with his introduction to some of the finer threads that he and Keith will be reviewing. After reviewing their first two pairs, Keith is starting to realize how much of his life he’s wasted wearing bargain brand underwear.

This seamless underwear line features a series of mesh patterns from Jamaican to Signature. We were given the Jamaican and Square patterns to review. Both patterns are available in a variety of colors. The Jamaican Mesh is available in Euro Gray (reviewed), Modena Red, Jet Black, Midnight Blue, Sky Blue, Iris Yellow and Paparazzi Pink. The Square Mesh is available in Black (reviewed), Amparo, Lily Green, Vanilla, Euro Gray, and Sky Blue. The array of vibrant and subtle color choices allows for anyone to find a pair that will meet their tastes.

As for fit and function, we were hesitant to wear them for an extended amount of time given their mesh appearance. Who really enjoys skin to jean friction? The Jamaican Mesh, once put on, stretches to have an open mesh that makes skin visibility quite high and quite sexy. The Square Mesh does not open as much, but shows just as much skin. This exposure made us wary of putting them on under a pair jeans or another harder fabric. However, fears aside, we were pleasantly surprised at the comfort and support they provided. They have no visible pouch in the front, as they are a unisex brief, but were able to expand where necessary to allow for comfort. A more endowed individual, however, may have difficulty getting a proper fit. There are two sizes to the briefs and possible larger size would accommodate more in the front. That limitation in size choice does lead one to believe that these are meant for smaller individuals. The material combination of 95% Nylon and 5% Spandex is quite breathable and, to the touch, feels as you would expect an Italian Jaquered product to feel. All in all they are a comfortable, attractive and very sexy pair of underwear.

Pros:
Attractive (Sexy)
Comfortable
Breathable
Ultra Soft Fabric

Cons:
Hand Wash Only
Lack of Sizing Options
Frontal Fit

Fit	3
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	3
Overall Out of 5	4

There were furnished for review by Boqari