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In Men's Underwear

Ristefsky Macheda Black and White Briefs Review

January 27, 2011 No Comments

Everyone has to agree that the basic staples of any wardrobe consist of at least one black & white article of clothing. In my humble opinion, stripes play an important role in creating an interesting visual effect while adding a sense of classic styling. With both said, Ristefsky Macheda has hit the mark with combining both of these theories into one, hot, sexy brief.

Upon first inspection, I noticed the quality of construction in the seams and waistband. After slipping into these comfortable and well-fitting briefs, I quickly discovered that these are low-rise and sit nicely along the hips without feeling inadequate in coverage and support. These retro inspired stripes combined with the RM logo waistband make this style really pop.

As mentioned in previous reviews, I typically don’t gravitate toward s briefs, but you can’t help to fall in love with these because they feel incredibly soft and lightweight. The ratios of 95% cotton and 5% Elastane create the perfect balance between comfort and functionality. After wearing these the entire day, including a gym workout, I couldn’t find one thing wrong with this pair. The line is available in other colors including Black/White, Navy/Grey, and Red/Grey. There’s plenty of visual diversity for everyone!

I don’t know that there’s anything left to say other than this manufacturer from “down under” has it covered down under.

Personal scoring as follows:

Fit:	4.8
Materials:	5.0
Construction:	5.0
Look:	4.7
Daily Wear:	4.6
Overall:	4.8

These briefs were provided by Ristefsky Macheda and can be purchased at their website located at http://www.ristefskymacheda.com/

In McKillop U/W Underwear

Review: McKillop Power Jock

December 31, 2010 No Comments

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In Equmen

Review: Equmen Trunk and Singlet

December 28, 2010 No Comments

I get another chance to review Equmen! This brand has been around for about two years and seems to be ever growing. They were one of the first in shaping/performance underwear. The purpose of the brand is to make you look slimmer and give you better posture.

I first have to apologize for the lateness of this review. I received them in early November and the package got misplaced. I had to search the house to find it, which I did and all was well.

The two pairs I’m reviewing are the singlet (tank) and trunk. I was glad to try out the singlet. The fit is very well and does the same as the t-shirt. It really does give you great posture. When I wear it, I notice a difference in how I stand. The shirt makes you stand straight as well. It’s nice because there are times when I don’t have the best posture. The other great thing about it is that no one notices you have it on. It’s your secret!

The trunks were very well fitting as well. I normally don’t care for trunks/boxer briefs but these were well made and fit everything snuggly. I wore them out to a busy day and they kept their shape and gave me great support.

My Ratings:

Boxers
Fit	4
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	4
Daily Wear	4
OVERALL	4.4

Shirt
Fit	4.5
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	4
Daily Wear	4.5
OVERALL	4.5

You can get these from Equmen. Equmen furnished these pieces for review.

In Men's Underwear

Review: Undergear Physical Brief

December 21, 2010 No Comments

I am always surprised when I open a package containing Undergear brand underwear. The packaging is plain with the underwear usually wrapped around a piece of cardboard in a clear plastic covering with a white label detailing the product and size. This is what keeps the prices of Undergear underwear at a minimum and I enjoy that particular attribute of the Undergear company. Normally, I find the Undergear underwear to be a fantastic fit, nice in styling, and extremely comfortalbe, but this pair of underwear left me disappointed.

This particular pair of underwear is the Undergear Physical Brief in gray with black trim and a pouch styling with no fly. The waistband is about an inch wide and was very comfortable. The Undergear website describes this pair of underwear as a “Men’s Gym Brief”. After wearing it for an entire day, I can see why it has this monicker. It would be a great brief to wear to the gym or some other athletic adventure if you are a guy who wants real support but does not want to wear a jockstrap, which some guys find too revealing for the gym.

The styling appears to be somewhat retro with a nod toward a more modern retro design. I found the fabric to be fairly soft but it could have been softer and there was not a lot of give to fabric. I generally wear a large but I found this particular large to be slightly constrictive which is very unusual for Undergear. I found this unusual because I think their sizes run a tad big for washing and drying shrinkage.

I did have some dislikes for this pair of underwear which lead to a fairly low rating. There is a very large seam in the crotch area that I found it to be itchy and distracting as I wore the brief. The crotch piece is rather wide and had some bunching issues for me. I would rather this piece of fabric be much smaller to fit between the legs as a much better design. The pouch was very angular in design, and let’s face it, the male anatomy is not angular. Also, I felt like I was having to pull at the underwear in varying directions all day as it was rather inflexible and was prone to riding up.

Overall, I am very disappointed in this pair of underwear from Undergear. I have several pairs of underwear from Undergear and this is the first pair about which I have anything negative to say.

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

These were furnished for review by UnderGear

Editors Note: I tired these as well, and I didn’t have the issues that Shane had. I did go to the Undergear site and saw that they had two reviews, one was a great review and the other had issues with the stitching. I think it may have been a production run issue. If we hear more we will keep you posted but I enjoyed the pair much more then I thought I would. The pouch fit nicely and I had no issues. But part of our reviews are personal preferences and fit. – Tim

In Junk UnderJeans

Review: Junk Fiction Royal Trunks

December 15, 2010 No Comments

We all have a venturous side and some like to push the boundaries more than others. It’s evident that the manufacturer, Junk Underjeans, is taking underwear to the next level with their innovative collection called, Rebel. If you’re not familiar with this brand than you’re not alone. This was the first time I tried out a pair of the trunks which they refer to as Underjeans. According to Junk, they are designed with the intent of wearing under your jeans yet visible out of the tops of your jeans or simply after the jeans come off.

Upon initial inspection, you’ll notice that these are well constructed and carry a slightly heavier weight of combined fabrics than the traditional trunk. They are a mixed blend of 97% cotton and 3% Spandex. This particular pair, called Fiction Royal, is a distressed abstract printed graphic foil print with the signature ‘J’ logo zipper…yes, I said zipper.

Amazingly enough, I didn’t find the zipper a distraction, which could be contributed to the fact that they include a solid cotton panel inside the trunk between the zipper and the pouch. This provides an easy access fly without damaging the goods. These were extremely comfortable and supportive in all the right places…no arguments here. However, I’m not a fan of foil print and don’t expect it to last after multiple washes.

If you’re looking for a creative, edgy, yet comfortable pair of trunks, you should seriously consider this brand. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed and why not show off our wild, uninhibited side now and then!

Personal scoring as follows:

Fit:	4.5
Materials:	4.5
Construction:	4.5
Look:	3.5
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.3

These trunks were provided by Junk Underjeans and can be purchased at their following website: http://www.junkunderjeans.com

In Junk UnderJeans

REVIEW: Junk Underjeans – Skyline Brief

December 14, 2010 No Comments

Junk Underjeans is one of my favorite up-and-coming underwear brands. I had the opportunity to review a pair of the Deity Natural Boxer Briefs about a year ago and absolutely loved them. They have expanded their collection so much since my first review. You can imagine how happy I was to see a pair of their newest style briefs show up at my door. Two of the best qualities of the Deity boxer brief that I really enjoyed was the fabric and the fit. I had big expectations for these new briefs.

I received the Skyline Brief in a size medium to review. The first thing that I noticed was the bright red embroidered logo on the waistband. Embroidered waistbands are not something that is typically seen in men’s underwear. I really liked the contrast that the bright red logo had on the black brief. It really made a great first impression. The other thing I noticed was the black screen print over the 97% cotton and 3% spandex fabric. I am not a fan of this design effect. If you read my Gigo UK World Cup review, you’ll read that screen printing on undies is not my favorite but these were briefs. I wasn’t sure if I would have the same concern. This brief, like all Junk Underjeans undies, also comes with their signature J Logo zip fly. Overall, the briefs looked fantastic.

When I first put on the Skyline Briefs, I immediately had a flash back to the Gigo UK Trunk. I like when a company puts a little spandex into the material because it gives it a little extra stretch. However, when you decide to screen print over the fabric, it doesn’t allow it to stretch as it would if there were no screen printing. On the positive side, Junk Underjeans made this brief with enough room even though the brief didn’t stretch and contour like I prefer, there was still enough room for everything to fit comfortably. This brief also has the signature J Logo zip fly. For those of you that are worried about a zipper that close, not to worry, Junk Underjeans has a great fabric panel that provides a great safety zone between your undies and your “junk”.

Overall, I really liked these undies. I probably wouldn’t recommend them for extended wear, but they are fun and very sexy. The embroidered waistband is a great addition and something that makes Junk Underjeans that much more unique. I would recommend these for anyone looking for some fun, sexy, and night-out-on-the-town undies.

Fit	3
Materials	4
Put Together	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	3
Overall	4.0

You can see these and the entire Junk Underjeans collection on their website. Junk Underjeans provided me with these undies to review.

In Croota Underwear

Review: Croota Surfers Paradise SF02

December 12, 2010 No Comments

Though it’s starting to get quite cold outside, there is still plenty of reason to spice it up inside. If you need some help finding spice, look no further than Croota. They are known for making awesome underwear and swimwear at an awesome price.

Surfers Paradise is a great pair of underwear. Not only does the fabric itself have a design but the waistband has one also. For me, it’s the little things that count and this is certainly one of those things. When you combine that with the witty sayings on the waistband, this makes it a great pair of underwear and something worth buying. Since there is so little fabric, there is little room for error and makes this underwear so so comfortable. It survived all day which is pretty hectic these days, so that’s saying a lot.

The Surfers Paradise is comprised of 95% Cotton and 5% Polyurethane. Although there isn’t much fabric on there to start, what little fabric is there is very very very comfortable. It’s a great pair of underwear, and if you’re lacking something creative in your drawer, you need to check the Surfers Paradise out. Besides the blue plaid color, there is also a purple color that deserves a look as well, even though blue is a waaay better color.

Fit	5
Materials	5
Put Together	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	5
Overall	5

You can get the Surfers Paradise in Sky Blue or Purple from Croota’s website at http://croota.com. A full range of sizes is available from S-XL.

Croota provided me with this pair of underwear to review.

In Baskit

Review: Baskit Utility Boxer Briefs

December 10, 2010 1 Comment

When I opened the package of these Baskit Yellow Utility Boxer Briefs, I was visually surprised to see a pair of boxers in this color that I wouldn’t otherwise come close to considering. However, this shade of yellow is actually attractive and it is supported by a dark grey waistband and trimming around the legs. Likewise, this pair offers a pouch which is also represented in solid white and lends itself to an open fly. While I’m not a huge fan of boxer briefs, I found this pair to be extremely comfortable and functional with the open fly which is unusual today with most briefs and trunks.

Their first test run included wearing throughout the workday while on vacation. This included a full day of walking and hiking the coastline beaches in Southern California. During the course of the day, I couldn’t believe the amazingly comfortableness this pair offered with a snug fit around the legs, helping to keep them in place. The waistband, sporting the company’s logo, and the dark grey trimming around the legs is what really grants these boxers a real visual appeal. With a blend of fabrics, which includes 95% cotton and 5% Spandex, this construction makes for a breathable and flexible pair of sexy underwear.

As shown in the picture above, the front pouch is a solid material with the repeated dark grey strip and functional fly. The pouch is constructed with additional fabric to create a pocket and enhance your package while remaining attractive and comfortable. It’s clear that Baskit is an expert when it comes to design, functionally, and the ability to create something new, inventive, and esthetically appealing.

If you’re like me, when it comes to underwear in general, I don’t want to be bothered with a boxer that will not stay in place and continues to ride up the leg. Having a pair that eliminates this worry and provides something attractive for the eyes is what investing in quality underwear is all about.

Personal scoring as follows:

Fit:	4.5
Materials:	4.5
Construction:	4.0
Look:	4.0
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.3

These briefs were provided by Baskit and can be purchased http://www.baskitwear.com/store/.

In 2(x)ist

2xist SLIQ Sport Brief

December 9, 2010 No Comments

In my book, 2xist has hit another home run with a new sport brief, which was recently released in their SLIQ (sleek) collection. I’m generally not a fan of briefs but this one is not only sexy and easy on the eyes, but extremely comfortable. You’ve got to admit sport briefs with exposed hip sections are totally hot. More importantly, 2xist has landed the construction in the fact that the 1 1/25 inch waist band stays in place and sits balanced on the hips

Even though it’s a low rise brief, I never felt like the brief was missing coverage or sacrificed comfort. I wore these all day and give them a real workout. Perhaps one of the advantages of this brief is that they provide full rear coverage which ensures they stay in place while providing adequate support.

These are very light weight and extremely comfortable. I wasn’t disappointed after wearing them for an entire day and not once did they fail in providing the appropriate level of support. A contributing factor to the comfort may be that they’re constructed with a blend of fabrics that consists of 90% cotton and 10% Spandex. This keeps them both extremely soft and comfortable while also sturdy and flexible…the perfect combination.

In summary, I think 2xist has hit the mark and really delivers an affordable, sexy, and no nonsense sport brief that anyone can appreciate. If you’re looking for a new brief with a sexy look without sacrificing quality, you should consider their new line of SLIQ! These briefs are also available in the following colors: Black (as shown), Hibiscus, Charcoal, and White.

Personal scoring as follows:

Fit:	4.6
Materials:	5.0
Construction:	5.0
Look:	4.8
Daily Wear:	4.6
Overall:	4.8

These trunks were provided by 2xist and can be purchased at their following website:

http://www.2xist.com/site/default.asp

In Candyman

Review: Candyman Air Force Marshal

December 8, 2010 1 Comment

Ties make everything better, it’s a fact. Guess what? This pair of underwear comes with a tie. I feel like I could end this review right here simply because of that awesomeness. However, as awesome as that may be, there is more to this underwear to just a tie and you’ll see that below.

The underwear (and tie presumably) are made of 93% Polyester and 7% Spandex which is rather comfortable and the shiny look makes for an interesting feel – a feeling that you’ve always got to adjust yourself. That feeling aside, it has a great look and that black shine gives it a very sexy look. The added gold rank indicators increase the sexiness factor tenfold. Another thing about Candyman boxerbriefs is that they are somewhat large. They are about twice as long as a Gigo boxerbriefs and they aren’t tight fitting if you have a standard waist size. This may be good to some and bad to others. It’s really up to you on how to take it.

Candyman has an interesting feel. It is “Costume Underwear” so you might not want to wear it during the workday or during an intense workout. However, if you’re just relaxing, preparing for Halloween, or a random costume party, then this is the perfect underwear for you.

Fit	4.5
Materials	4.5
Put Together	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	4.5
Overall	4.7

You can get the Air Force Marshal from Erogenos, at http://erogenos.com. A full range of sizes is available from M-XL. Go there and check it out!

Candyman Fashion provided me with this pair of underwear to review

In Men's Underwear

Review: Papi Modal Euro Trunk

December 7, 2010 No Comments

Papi is a brand of underwear I’ve not come across before so I was eager to try these Modal Euro trunks out. First impressions are really important with underwear and these tick all the right boxes.

The Modal material is soft and feels really nice on. The colour is a bold orange with a black and orange waistband containing the Papi logo, which certainly works for me. The trunks are well put together and when you try them on, the ticks continue, as they feel great.

The Euro trunk is a style of underwear is a new style for me and is a very short-legged trunk. So much so that the square cut legs finish above the base of the pouch in a similar style to that of a brief but maintaining the square cut of a trunk. It’s a style I’ve seen more in swimwear than underwear. The picture demonstrates what I’m talking about much more clearly.

The pouch is a nice size and works for the average man – looking sufficiently filled out – but I reckon would also work for the man who has no need for any kind of wonder jock uplift. The material is stretchy but doesn’t lose shape or style.

The trunks offer full rear coverage and a thin (1″) piece of material connects the pouch to the rear of the underwear. Herein lies my only concern when wearing them – if you don’t make sure everything is in the pouch and things get trapped in this region, it’s not comfy, trust me!

I’ve worn these trunks a number of times in all situations and give them a big thumbs up. The material is super soft, comfy, wicks moisture away well, and you can often forget you have them on.

My only caution is how the trunks will wear. My review pair already has a couple of pulls on them. I’ve managed to pull a couple of stitches around the leg by not being careful enough when removing them. Having said that, I wouldn’t let this minor concern prevent me from buying another pair.

Fit	4.5
Materials	4.5
Construction	4.5
Look	5.0
Daily Wear	4.0
Overall	4.5

I reviewed a medium and they fit as expected. Papi provided the pair for this review.

In Body Tech

Review – Body Tech Colorblocked Brief

December 6, 2010 No Comments

I love getting new undies to review. It’s like an honest version of Christmas. A surprise package arrives at your door, you open it up and you don’t have to lie saying you like it; you can give the honest truth.

When I first opened the package and saw the Body Tech Colorblocked Briefs, I thought it was a joke, I thought Body Tech had made undies out of the scraps left on the cutting room floor. That said, I loved how they looked. They are different, made with a panel construction each of a different color. These panels help the briefs hug your body and really show off the pouch.

These briefs fit well and hugged even my lacking rear-end. The separate pouch in the front could be a little bigger but it works well to bring the boys front and center without pushing them too far out.

These briefs also have some cool grommets on the front of the waistband to give them some flair above the pants. After only wearing them a few times, one of the grommets is starting to fall out and these briefs have never even been in the dryer.

I really fell in love with the bright colors and unique panel design as well as the fit. I wish the construction was a little better but I will continue to wear them with or without the grommet.

Fit	5
Materials	5
Construction	3
Look	5
Daily Wear	5
OVERALL	4.6

These were furnished for review by UnderGear.

In Andrew Christian

Andrew Christian FlexSoft Brief Review

November 30, 2010 No Comments

When I received this pair of underwear to review, the first thing that caught my eye was the extremely soft and lightweight Rayon fabric used in the construction of this sexy and stylish brief. Once again, Andrew Christian remains consistent with conduction, functionality, and fashion forward designs.

Upon further inspection, I immediately discovered the hidden ‘comfy cup’ AC refers to that is represented across many of his other styles. The horseshoe shaped inner cup is lined by soft elastic that gently aids in lifting and supporting the family jewels. Once you’ve experienced this unique and flattering construction for yourself, you won’t care to ever go back to the traditional brief. I wore these while on vacation in Palm Springs and let me tell you, these kept me dry all day long in the hot desert heat and provided the comfort and support I’ve come to cherish with the AC brand.

One other valuable component to these sexy briefs is the trademark “anti-muffin” elastic waistband. At approximately 1.75 inches (4.45 cm), it carries the signature Andrew Christian name along with sporty stripes. The tri-color waistband, along with the contrast stitching along the leg openings and on both sides of the pouch, adds an additional sporty look to the overall design.

In summary, if you’re hot natured and sweat a lot anytime you exert even the least amount of physical activity, then these cool, lightweight, and absorbent briefs are a perfect addition to your underwear collection and come highly recommended.

Personal scoring as follows:

Fit:	4.5
Materials:	5.0
Construction:	5.0
Look:	4.5
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.7

These briefs were provided by Andrew Christian and can be purchased at www.andrewchristianshop.com/.

In 2(x)ist

2xist SLIQ Brief

November 28, 2010 No Comments

In the past week, I’ve tested 3 pair of underwear from the 2xist SLIQ (sleek) collection and, unfortunately, these are my least favorite. In reviewing any pair of underwear, I attempt to stay very subjective and open minded; however, these were a real challenge and left me somewhat disappointed. Typically, I find 2xist to be the leader and one of the top designers when it comes to men’s fashionable underwear that I fall in love with. These briefs simply don’t fit the bill.

Overall the briefs are well constructed and consist of the typical blend of fabrics which consists of 90% cotton and 10% Spandex. This provides adequate support, flexibility, and comfort but these unfortunately didn’t hold up during my test. To be more specific, the seam around the bottom of the leg would not keep the brief in place and I constantly had to adjust by pulling them across by ass. This wasn’t an issue of wrong size; I have a 31” waist and these were a medium size pair. I have to believe that they weren’t cut properly to cover the entire backside of my buttocks as it caused the fabric to pucker from the base of my leg up to the lower hip. Sorry 2xist, but you need to take these back to the drawing board.

However, I will acknowledge the fact that these briefs are very light weight and extremely comfortable and create a very sleek esthetic. In all other aspects, I wasn’t disappointed with how they supported my junk, which is actually one of their signature features with the SLIQ line. Their extreme contoured pouch offers more support and an enhanced natural profile.

In summary, I think 2xist may have to rethink their design or it could have simply been a case of a defective pair. I would have expected this to be discovered during inspection. I’m not suggesting that you totally disregard this brief but it might be something you look out for when testing out their new SLIQ line. These briefs are available in the following colors: Black (as shown), Sangria, Charcoal, and White.

Personal scoring as follows:

Fit:	3.0
Materials:	4.0
Construction:	3.0
Look:	3.5
Daily Wear:	4.0
Overall:	3.5

These trunks were provided by 2xist and can be purchased at their following website:

http://www.2xist.com/site/default.asp

In Croota Underwear

Review: Croota Surfers Paradise SF02

November 24, 2010 No Comments

Though it’s starting to get quite cold outside, there is still plenty of reason to spice it up inside. If you need some help finding spice, look no further than Croota. They are known for making awesome underwear and swimwear at an awesome price.

Surfers Paradise is a great pair of underwear. Not only does the fabric itself have a design but the waistband has one also. For me, it’s the little things that count and this is certainly one of those things. When you combine that with the witty sayings on the waistband, this makes it a great pair of underwear and something worth buying. Since there is so little fabric, there is little room for error and makes this underwear so so comfortable. It survived all day which is pretty hectic these days, so that’s saying a lot.

The Surfers Paradise is comprised of 95% Cotton and 5% Polyurethane. Although there isn’t much fabric on there to start, what little fabric is there is very very very comfortable. It’s a great pair of underwear, and if you’re lacking something creative in your drawer, you need to check the Surfers Paradise out. Besides the blue plaid color, there is also a purple color that deserves a look as well, even though blue is a waaay better color.

Fit	5
Materials	5
Put Together	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	5
Overall	5

You can get the Surfers Paradise in Sky Blue or Purple from Croota’s website at http://croota.com. A full range of sizes is available from S-XL.

Croota provided me with this pair of underwear to review.

In Men's Underwear

Papi Cool Pass United Trunk Review

November 23, 2010 No Comments

I was given a pair of Papi Cool Pass United Trunk – Mexico to review and was very excited as this was the first pair of Papi Underwear that I’ve worn. They were incredibly comfortable and showed off all the good things in life. When I first put them on, I heard a little stitch popping but never saw any evidence of it. I was a little concerned that I might have received a pair that was a too small for me but that was not the case. After several washings and wearings, I can say they have held up nicely. 🙂

These are great undies and I love the colors. My wife thought I was wearing Christmas undies because of the red, green, and white color scheme. When she saw the number on it, she realized they were a sports trunk supporting our brothers south of the border (in Mexico) and she really liked how they showed things off “south of the border”.

This great pair of undies hugs the boys and keeps everything right where it needs to be. There is a pouch front that gives good support and provides a great profile. They are made of 90% Polyester and 10% Spandex.

If you are looking for a great trunk and want something that would be great for the holidays then check out Papi Cool Pass United Trunk – Mexico. I’m thankful for the opportunity to try these and I really did fall in love with Papi! So check out all that Papi has to offer at http ://papiinc .com /the –papi –store /. You won’t regret it.

Fit:	5
Materials:	5
Put Together:	5
Look:	5
Daily Wear:	5
Overall:	5

Thank you, Papi, for providing me with this pair of underwear to review.

In Men's Underwear

Review: UnderGear Solid Brief AG990

November 14, 2010 No Comments

I got a whole bunch of Undergear.com undies

I got to meet with Undergear.com back in Aug while in Vegas. I am expecting some really great things from them. They are stepping up quality, have a great designer, and redoing the holiday catalog (as we have seen)! UnderGear is taking underwear seriously.

The pair I got to review was the Body Tech ® Solid Brief which is a mix of a brief and a boxer brief. The first thing I noticed was the covered waistband. I am typically not a fan of because I don’t think they fit as well as most. But, again, I was surprised. The waist band fit pretty well.

The Solid Pair, in general, really impressed me. I liked the fit and the pouch it created. More often then not, boxer briefs really don’t fit me well and bunch up and don’t have support in the pouch. These did and I was glad they did. I would suggest checking them out.

Fit	4.5
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	4
Daily Wear	4.5
OVERALL	4.4

These Body Tech ® Solid Brief were furnished for review by UnderGear. They can be purchased directly from the Undergear.com site!

In Men's Underwear

Review Obviously Autumn Full Cut Boxer Brief

November 13, 2010 No Comments

We get the second in the Obviously series. This time, we get to check out the new Full Cut Boxer Brief. This is another pair from the Autumn line. Once again I got another green pair! YES! So now I have probably 3-4 pairs. When I think of it, the other pair of Obviously I have is also green. So, I guess there is something with me, Obviously, and green.

I will say I was looking forward to these because, of the pouch. I don’t care for boxer briefs without a pouch. The Obliviously pouch is ergonomically designed. I do like how they have integrated it into the boxer briefs. Some of my favorite boxer briefs all have pouches. Not all pairs do, so I usually stay away from the ones without pouches. Hence why this pair was perfect for me

The pair really fit well. I was very happy with them. I wore them on a night out. I knew that I probably wouldn’t have much issue with them since I enjoyed the brief. It was a low key movie night at a friends. The one thing that really struck me with these is it didn’t feel like I was wearing boxer briefs. I felt like I was wearing briefs

These are also available in the same four colors as the Low Rise Brief: Plum, Kiwi, Glacier and Blue Stone. Like I said, they are perfect for Autumn

Fit	4
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	5
OVERALL	4.8

These were furnished by Obviously for review. You can purchase them directly from the Obviously site.

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Review: Obviously Autumn Low Rise Brief

November 12, 2010 No Comments

It’s been a long time since we have reviewed some Obviously, possibly over a year. They have released a brand new line called Autumn. If you have been on the net, you have seen these at many of your favorite retailers. I got two pair to review: the Low Rise Brief and the Full Cut Boxer. This review is about the Brief.

When I got the briefs, I noticed they are my favorite color: green. There aren’t too many green undies out there. It’s a rare color lately, so that had me super excited. The current range of colors are: Plum, Kiwi, Glacier, and Blue Stone. They are the perfect colors for Autumn.

The one thing I have always liked about Obviously is the pouch. It’s just very ergonomically designed. It really fits well and doesn’t hold things in and make you uncomfortable through out the day. As most of you know, a pouch is one of my favorite things. So, I have to say hats off to Obviously for that!

I wore them to run errands, and yes, it seems I have a lot of errands lately. They fit pretty well. They are also super soft and you can tell they really pay attention to materials. Have you ever had a pair of underwear that just drove you crazy because of the materials it was made out of? Well I don’t think you will have that problem with these.

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

These were furnished for review by Obviously. They are available directly from their website.

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Review; Spanx Cotton Comfort Boxer Brief

November 11, 2010 No Comments

I reviewed the briefs and now it’s time to review the Boxer Brief. We all know I’m a little picky when it comes to Boxer Briefs. I hate the ones that ride up, drive me crazy, and loose their form. So, I had big hopes for this pair and it would live up to the Spanx quality.

I will say I wasn’t disappointed. Like the briefs, these have the 3D technology. Pouches in boxer briefs are something I always love. The pouch is very similar to the brief. The pair that I wore to run errands in, really held up well. My usual concerns with riding up didn’t happen. These pretty much held their shape all day. The legs stayed in place and the rest kept its form.

I will say that Spanx is doing a great job with men’s underwear. I think the boxer briefs would be great for wearing to work or even to the gym. They have the panel in the front that allows airflow and they are very classic styling. Like the briefs, these are not shape wear but they are definitely great quality underwear.

I wore these for a full day which sometimes makes me nervous with a review pair. I usually wear them for a bit and then again a second time. I had no choice but to go from 8 in the morning till 8 that night. I was very happy and even happier that I have a matching t-shirt and tank to go with them!

Fit	4
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	5
OVERALL	4.8

These were provided for review by Spanx. They can be found at their site or at Major Department stores.

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Review: Spanx Cotton Comfort Brief

November 10, 2010 No Comments

We bring you more Spanx! I have really been enjoying the shirts.When they sent me the undies, I was really excited as well. I have to make one disclaimer about the shirts. I noted they rode up some but found if I pulled them down below the waist band of the pants, they generally stay in place. So I was very happy!

I got the briefs and really liked the design. The pouch has a really new and innovative front. It has mesh along the side that makes it very breathable. I haven’t seen this much in men’s underwear. So Spanx has put their own spin on underwear. I love pouch underwear and wondered if this would give much support. It gave me great support through out the day. This technology is what they call the 3D pouch.

You may be thinking that if it’s Spanx it will make you appear thinner. Well, that’s the case for the shirts but not the underwear. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t check them out. I think they have tackled men’s underwear and done a great job at it. I hope they keep designing more.

The construction of the briefs was great too. They used high quality materials and it was sewn together very well. The sizing was very true also. It has traditional American sizing. I am in between sizes and maybe should have gone down a size. But, when you are on the line, you never know what size to get. I say, if you’re on the line, go down to a smaller size.

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

This pair of underwear was furnished for review by Spanx. They can be purchased directly from their site

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Review: Frank Dandy Hayman Boxer

November 6, 2010 No Comments

Frank Dandy Superwear! I had never heard of this company, so this pair of underwear was a pleasant surprise. The complany was founded in Sweden in 2003 as an anti-tighty-whitey company. As you know, the tighty whitey can be a bit predictable and it is always good to have underwear that adds spice to your life. The products from this company include underwear, leisurewear, beachwear, and accessories. The patterns challenge what one thinks when pondering what a pair of mens underwear should be comprised of and really pushes the limits. Precisely, the underwear is called Men’s Hayman Boxer, Raspberry, 95% Cotton, 5% Elastane. This pair is navy blue with a white palm frond pattern and raspberry waistband.

I modeled the new pair in the mirror and found them to be exciting underwear. I really liked the fit. I found the fabric to be soft and flexible, having just the right amount of support in all areas. This boxer brief has an almost flat front which I found to be the right flexibility for me. The leg length hit mid-thigh. Waistband width was a plus at 1.75” (4.45 cm) since I do not care for a large waistband. The overall stitching on the pair of underwear was nice and looked good with the natural line of the male form.

After I commuted to work for an hour and a half and spent the day working, I found this pair of underwear to not ride up with normal wear and was comfortable over a long period of time. My experience reveals no major complaints about this boxer brief. The size large was a great fit for me as well. Underwear sizing is not totally universal and, frankly, never seems to go with the size of your pants. I found that the large was a great fit for size 34 pants and would probably be good for a size 32-36 with regular washing, drying, and wear.

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

After reviewing the Frank Dandy website, I have to say that I am impressed with the pattern selection, cut, and style offered from this company. The entire selection is one that I would enjoy trying. The fabric and cut are the main things making us want to try more of this brand.

These were provided by Kingston Lounge Now, North American Distributor for Frank Dandy.

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Review: Frank Dandy Frank Brief

November 5, 2010 No Comments

I met Frank Dandy at Curve and have struck up a great relationship with them. They are distributors based here in the Atlanta and have some really fun and great underwear. The thing I like best about Frank Dandy is they do some really cool things with prints. They aren’t boring and plain.

I got probably the most conservative pair they have. The Frank Brief. They have a really great waistband. Which you now I love. It’s a blue, white and red waistband. A little thicker, but felt great. If you aren’t a fan of wider waistbands you may stick to the regular.

The brief fit great. I liked the fit and feel of them. They were made out of a nylon blend that really breathed thought out the day. One thing that I know you guys may like is they are an awesome gym pair. They are simple in styling but fit great. I’m sure you wouldn’t draw too much attention to yourself.

These are perfect for those of you wanting a great pair to wear to the gym but still be stylish and not draw too much attention to yourself. I really enjoyed them and will wear them often.

Fit	4
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	4
Daily Wear	4
OVERALL	4.25

These were provided by Kingston Lounge Now, North American Distributor for Frank Dandy. The sizing is true. The size I got fit me pretty well. You do not need to go up or down a size in the Brand.

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N2N Twilight Bikini Review

October 19, 2010 No Comments

The title of these N2N pair of briefs brings a whole new meaning to the word, Twilight. I have several N2N pair of underwear in an array of styles/colors and I’ll have to say that thus far, this is my overall favorite pair. I love the sexy black color with light grey and yellow stripping that’s incorporated into the waistband. Give time, I suspect these briefs could gain equal share of recognition and popularity as the movie with the same title.

I wore these outdoors all day during a photo shoot and they held up extremely well in the heat and felt comfortable throughout the day. Perhaps these are conducive to warmer weather due to the fact that they are constructed with a blend of 90% cotton and 10% Spandex. Similar to a jock waistband, these fundamentally create extra freedom and provide a breathable fabric that makes them cooler than you traditional pair of bikini briefs. The baby ribbed material provides an extra sporty and textured look that gives their silhouette color an extra added visual punch (also available in heather, and white).

My hope is that these will hold up after multiple wares and washes. Like many high end designers, a slightly higher percentage of man-made material (i.e. Lycra, Spandex) or quality cotton could further their life expectancy and go a long way with an even more polished and finished look.

Personal scoring as follows:

Fit:	4.0
Materials:	4.0
Construction:	4.5
Look:	4.5
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.3

These briefs were provided N2N Bodywear and can be purchased at the following website: http://www.n2nbodywear.com

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Andrew Christian FlexSoft Brief Review

October 17, 2010 No Comments

When I first received these pair of underwear to review, the first thing that caught my eye was the extremely soft and lightweight Rayon fabric used in the construction of this sexy and stylish brief. Again, Andrew Christian sticks with his esthetic by remaining consistent with the conduction, functionality and fashion forward designs.

Upon further inspection, I immediately discovered the hidden ‘comfy cup’ as AC likes to refer to and is represented across many of his other styles. The horseshoe shaped inner cup is lined by soft elastic that gently aids in a lifting and supporting the family jewels. Once you’ve experienced this unique and flattering construction for yourself, you won’t care to ever go back to the traditional brief. I wore these while on vacation in Palm Springs and let me tell you, these kept me dry all day long in the hot desert heat and provided the comfort and support I’ve come to cherish with the AC brand.

One other valuable component to these sexy briefs is the trademark, ‘anti-muffin’ elastic waistband, which is approximately 1 ¾ inches and carries the signature Andrew Christian name with sporty stripes around the waist. This tri-color waistband with contrast stitching along the bottom of the leg and vertical on both sides of the pouch adds an additional sporty look to the overall design.

In summary, if you’re hot natured and sweat a lot anytime you exert even the least amount of physical activity then these cool, lightweight and absorbent briefs are perfect to your underwear collection and come highly recommended.

Personal scoring as follows:

Fit:	4.5
Materials:	5.0
Construction:	5.0
Look:	4.5
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.7

These briefs was provided by Andrew Christian and can be purchased at their following website:

http://www.andrewchristianshop.com/