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Trunk Show is your second book, can you tell us a little about this one?

Of course! After finishing Brief Encounters – the first book – I took a little time off, then moved into the library, where I buried myself in research for months… OK, I’m totally kidding- actually I just wanted another excuse to spend a few months looking at almost-naked guys!

In all honesty, although I don’t try to take take these books too seriously, I did spend a lot of time looking at the history of men’s swimwear. Not just how styles have changed over the years, but how society has both affected and reflected those changes. I think it’s interesting to look at how things have changed in greater society, alongside the more “European” styles of swimwear have become more accepted – and fashionable – in in the U.S.  Of course I know that most people who pick up the book are just going to look at the guys; my hope is that if they buy it, they look at it a dozen times and finally decide to read some of it!

What made you write Trunk Show and Brief Encounters?

As a style editor in the gay media world, I reviewed a lot of beautiful coffee table books, and have written introductions and forewords for a few. Someone at Bruno Gmunder – the publishers – had read some of these and asked if I would be interested in doing an anthology. I realized that putting a book like this together is a lot like putting together a fashion editorial or runway show- which I’ve done a lot.

Pictures above are by Allan Spiers (left) and ES Collection (Right). Both are in Trunk Show.

What brands do you think are doing a great job with their advertising and imagery?

In general, I have a lot of respect for brands that understand and recognize the value of their image, especially in the long-term. There’s been a lot of brand erosion over the past 10-years, even among major names that have been around for decades. Part of this was due to the rise of the web and social media, and of course the economic conditions over the past years.  There are still a few labels who’ve managed to weather the storm; whose brand identity hasn’t suffered. Louis Vuitton is the perfect example; they don’t compromise and everything that bears their logo has been carefully considered to ensure it fits the brand and the target customer.

In the world of underwear and swimwear, all of the brands that I included in the book are my favorites. I know this may sound like a cop-out, and it might seem like “too many” favorites, but given that I looked at almost 100 different brands when I began working on Trunk Show, the handful that I chose really stand out.

If I had to narrow that down further, in terms of imagery my personal favorites are aussieBum, Teamm8 and Skmpeez.  The photography, the composure, the styling… all three brands just do a really good job of bringing everything together. Of course it doesn’t hurt that the guys they use are scorching hot!

What made you write both books? I have Brief Encounters and think it’s a great book.

Thanks!  Unfortunately, after underwear and swimwear, there’s not a lot of places to move on to for a third volume, that let’s me stick with my favorite philosophy of as-little-clothing-as-possible!  (Although I’ve been working on that one, so don’t count it out…)

Where can people buy this book?

I’d love it if everyone could but it at their local independent bookstore, but it’s also available at gay book and gift shops, most Barnes & Noble stores, and of course online at Amazon etc.

Any other plans for the future?

Hopefully more books! I’m also working on expanding my blog and focusing more on my creative consulting. I work with a few brands and local stores, on everything from window design and displays to broadening their brand and improving the customer experience. I’m also in talks for a possible radio or web show focused on eco-friendly and easy DIY home decor and gifts, so we’ll see!

Stay tuned we will have Jason on a podcast soon!

I’d love it!

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Tuesday, that means it’s time for Baskit $12 Tuesday. This weeks pair is the Light Brief. Which is available in 4 different colors. While there check out the Pure line on sale too. But that’s not all, they are running their Cyber Monday sale through Friday. Which means you can save 25% off! So go get the $12 Tuesday pair and shop for some more!

For almost a year now we rocked your world (or at least your closet) and let blow a fresh wind through your legs with our colored pants.
But with the holidays ahead, maybe there comes a time now, to lean back and hang loose. A time for the new plain yet elegant design by Diego Barberi. The black and white edition. Finest thread, SwissCotton, Micromodal and Lycra… Being naked would not be quite as comfortable…
And like always: Made In Switzerland.

Hope you didn’t think Jockstrap Central would be left out of the Cyber Monday online shopping tradition did you? In fact They’re upping the ante by doing a Cyber Saturday Sunday Monday Sale. From now until Monday, everything from Gregg Homme, Activeman, Joe Snyder, Intymen, Kinkwear, Pikante and Man Zone is between 15 and 50% off!

There’s over 100 items now on sale from functional sports jocks right down to the downright outrageous Forbidden Mesh Collection from Gregg Homme. Some other highlights of this sale are Activeman’s 3d bulge boosting Lycra Contour Jocks and their be-as-dirty-as-you-dare Lace-up Jock Collection. Not to be missed are the X-rated Maximizer Jocks from Gregg Homme or Intymen’s free-feelin’ Swing Enhanced Jocks. Also on sale is their entire Joe Snyder collection including the its-all-fun-until-someone-pokes-an-eye-out Man-Up Bulge Boosters or the equally sexy peek-a-boo Stretch Jocks.

Of course we could go on about all the great deals but the best thing is just to head over to Jockstrap Central and see for yourself. Like we said – a whopping 100 plus items on sale. Just remember that quantities are limited, so shop early

Modus Vivendi has just released the whole new Festive line. It is one more unique collection full of extreme and exciting designs, stars, velvet, fur and everything all well combined together. We are very excited about this new collection which we believe will make a hit for this coming Christmas and the following days.

The name of the model is Sotiris Thomaidis. And the link for the new festive collection is: http://www.e-modusvivendi.com/gbu0-catshow/mcs_festive_line.html

 

  Coupon Details: Save 20% when you purchase any product from the Andrew Christian online store. Just enter code 20BLACK11 at checkout. Coupon code does not work with Paypal or Google checkout. Please make sure there are no extra spaces before or after the coupon code. May not be combined with any other coupons or offers. While supplies last. Offer subject to change anytime with out notice. Excludes Underwear of the Month club. Offer expires: Nov 28th, 2011 at 11:59pm PT
   Happy Holidays! From our team to your family.

30% OFF Everything* enter promo code: THANKS30        OR FREE Shipping* Enter Code: THANKSSHIP on your order of $60 or more in the USA (Select Priority shipping, we will ship at the least expensive rate).

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   Like Timoteo? Like Free shipping then check out the free shipping at Timoteo till Dec 31st! Use code HOL2010

Attention athletes, amateurs and Adonis: Under Armour has arrived at International Jock. Whether your training regimen requires HeatGear®, ColdGear®, or something in between, Under Armour styles are engineered to work with your body to regulate temperature, enhance performance & prolong endurance. Besides, the proportions on these pieces aren’t bad to look at, either. And now, finally!, you can stock up on super-sleek, performance-engineered Under Armour Shirts, shorts, and underwear along with all your other International Jock staples and faves.

 ERG-BLACK is the code to use for the savings at Erogenos.

  1. 20% off Sitewide Sale ERG-BLACK (checkout code required)
  2. Free Worldwide Shipping Options Available on ALL Orders.
  3. Existing promotions still apply (i.e. 5th Joe Snyder Free, 5th UNICO free).

Offer is valid over the 3 day period 11/25 – 11/27 only. Please note we will not make adjustments or apply discounts to orders outside this period.

ManView Bodywear / LEO Underwear
Check out the new arrivals page which includes recent additions ManView, Leo Underwear, and the new Narciso Winter collection. The lines are off to a strong start as the items are affordable, stylish, and unique.

Gregg Homme Collection – Featured Brand
Gregg Homme is an industry leader in terms of innovation, quality, and style. We have carried the line for almost 10 years now and they continue to be one of our top sellers.

Unico Underwear Collection – Featured Brand
UNICO Underwear is our longest running line and still one of the most popular lines available in terms of color, fit, and style. The Jewels Collection is the latest group featured and offers vibrant color options and stylish boxer patterns. Buy 4 and the 5th UNICO item is always free @ EROGENOS.COM.

Free Worldwide Shipping
Free Worldwide Shipping. Many thanks go out to our growing international customer base! Our goal is to offer you a great variety of products made from all over the world and to ship them to you all over the world! Only at Erogenos.

   Wondering what to get your favorite guy (or guys) for the holidays? To help you, UnderBriefs starts its annual 2(x)ist Holiday Sale today. All 2(x)ist products have been reduced 25%! Save on some of 2(x)ist’s newest ranges, including Military and Sport. UnderBriefs offers free shipping to the US and Canada and has low shipping rates for its international customers. All this at UnderBriefs
  Pre-Christmas Sale!
10-40% OFF EVERYTHING!  www.cocksox.comNo code necessary!  Just click to the website for store-wide bargains!Sale ends midnight Sunday, December 11.While there check out the CX active wear! More about that this week1
  Check out all the sales at Freshpair.com. You can save 25% off the top 20 brands. They include 2(x)ist, C-IN2, Hugo Boss and Spanx.
International Jock Holiday Shopping Specials. Avoid the traffic, crowds and sales tax! Shop the Internet’s best men’s underwear and swimwear site and save 25% on our entire stock of 2(x)ist underwear and great deals on many styles from C-IN2, Diesel, Hugo Boss, True Religion and more. Plus, don’t miss many exciting new styles from Under Armour, Emporio Armani, Andrew Christian, Calvin Klein and more. Shop early for the best selection.
  MaleBasics is giving you 25% off site wide until Monday Nov 28th at Midnight EST.
   Happy Thanksgiving 🙂 DealByEthan.com‘s Thanksgiving Day Sale is here! Get at least 20% discount on 8 of the most popular brands!!

Thanksgiving Day is not only the perfect time to get together for a special meal with your friends and family members but also the right time to celebrate. So, if you are in the mood to celebrate and want to make the day even more memorable then visit DealByEthan.com on Thanksgiving – 24th of November 2011.

DealByEthan.com made a video about the Thanksgiving Day Sale, view it if you like 🙂
http://video214.com/play/ey5S6Id69n3hXqkRgFVz7w/s/dark

DealByEthan.com is giving you this opportunity to shop for your favorite underwear and loungewear and save 20% or more on eight of their most popular brands! The sale starts on 24th of November and ends 25th of November! Hurry! Visit the website and place your order today!

DealByEthan.com is providing all its existing and new customers a chance to shop for the Thanksgiving Day.  As part of the offer, customers can enjoy discounts on brands such as Ryocco, Vuthy, Candyman, PPU, Pikante, Clever, Ann Chery and Moldeate.

The website offers as many as 585+ brands and 27,000+ products which includes a wide variety of loungewear, swimwear and accessories for men! Products offered by DealbyEthan are purchased by customers across the globe. The website offers a range of styles including thongs, brief underwear, bikini underwear, g-string underwear, stylish swimwear, apparel … and much more!

So, whether you are looking for a perfect bodywear or even if you are more interested in purchasing boxer brief underwear and sexy and stylish jockstraps, you can go through all the collections being offered by these eight brands and make them all yours.

Those who are interested in placing an order will be happy to know that there is no need for a coupon to get your 20% discount. The best part is that if you use a valid coupon you can can save even more!

DealByEthan is waiting to provide you the best products at the best prices! Place your order today! Happy Thanksgiving!!

   Pipe underwear is having their sale, which is pre-cyber Monday sale.

Important things to know:

  • Spend $50 use code 20discount1 to get 20% off
  • Spend $80 use code 30discount1 to get 30% off
  • Spend $100 use code 40discount1 to get 40% off

Check it out at Pipe underwear

  This Friday and Saturday Topdrawers will be offering Free Shipping on all orders for the first time ever! Come stock up on your favorite underwear and menswear by Gregg Homme, Diesel, Pistol Pete, Bjorn Borg and many more hot designers – and even pick up some stocking stuffers during our Black Friday Free Shipping Event!
   Check out the Black Friday Deals at Undergear.com. You get 25% off your order plus Free shopping on all orders. Just use code U1VEA at check out!
   Men’s Underwear Store has 2(x)ist on sale for 25% off. Also check out C-IN2, Magic Silk, Obvioiuslyl and more on sale!
   Wyzman is giving you 15% off your order this Thanksgiving. Go check them out if you haven’t shopped from them.
  Saxx is celebrating Black Friday when you buy when you order any six pairs
  Freshpair.com is starting Black Friday sales early. You can save up to 30% off, go check out all the deals
   Coupon Details: Save 17% when you purchase Andrew Christian style 6118 warm-up shorts or the HodgePodge Beanie by Krochet Kids (KK-HODGEPODGE) from Andrew Christian in the week. Just enter code 17112311 at checkout. Coupon code does not work with Paypal or Google checkout. Please make sure there are no extra spaces before or after the coupon code. Does not apply to other items. May not be combined with any other coupons or offers. While supplies last. Offer subject to change anytime with out notice. Offer expires: November 29,2011 at 11:59pm PT

*Merchandise total is reflected in the “Sub Total” line in the order confirmation and excludes taxes and shipping charges.  Promotion begins on Nov 23, 2011 at 9:00 am PST to 11:59 pm PST on November 24, 2011.  Offer subject to change anytime with out notice. No coupon code required.  No cash value. Gift codes will be issued and emailed back to you on or after Dec 22, 2011.  Gift code amounts will be issued based on each order and orders cannot be combined to achieve a higher gift code amount.  Gift codes will only be emailed once and Andrew Christian, Inc. is not responsible for invalid email addresses or any incorrect or inaccurate information, whether caused by customer, printing errors or by any of the equipment or programming associated with or utilized in this promotion.

2(x)ist at Undergear. You’ll find 2(x)ist thongs, briefs, boxers,trunks, & more. � Right now UnderGear is giing you 25% off styles from 2(x)ist! This is through December 11th.
  C-IN2U is giving you a 25% off sale event. But hurry this is for a limited time so don’t miss it
   10Percent.com is giving you 20% off your order. THis is good until Nov 27th. This can’t be combined with some offers and excludes clearance producst
 25% OFF Top Brands—2xist, C-IN2, and more!
Black Friday? Cyber Monday? At Skiviez, we don’t get caught up on the day of the week. Enjoy 25% off savings across 13 great brands at the Skiviez Web site this Thanksgiving weekend. Stock won’t last long at these incredible prices, so start shopping now!Give a Skiviez Gift Card—A Perfect Gift!
You’ve asked for ’em, so we built it—you can now give the gift of a Skiviez gift card. It’s perfect for when you want to get something for that special underwear fan in your life but aren’t sure of the size or color that they would like. Available in values from $25 to $500, gift cards ship free. It’s an attractive, plastic card that’s easy to carry in a wallet and it never expires. Buy a gift card today!
   Christmas is coming, don’t let it have all the fun. Check out the full line of undies at Schultz!
  2(x)ist is already starting Black Friday deals. Take 25% of your order when you use code FRIDAY
 Our BLACK Friday SALE starts NOW! Yes, we are offering 20% off EVERYTHING, NOW until 11/27. The discount code is “BLACK” and can be applied at checkout. This discount is good on any item in our store including SALE items. Keep a look out for our CYBER MONDAY SALE as well! SHOP NOW at His Trunks!
  Coupon Detials: Save 15% when you purchase Andrew Christian style 2303 tank, Off Yer Head Woven Tank SU11-KN02, or any CXXVI, COPY, or MAKIA products from Andrewchristianshop.com in the week. Just enter code 15112211 at checkout. Coupon code does not work with Paypal or Google checkout. Please make sure there are no extra spaces before or after the coupon code. Does not apply to other items. May not be combined with any other coupons or offers. While supplies last. Offer subject to change anytime with out notice. Offer expires: November 29,2011 at 11:59pm PT
   JOCKSTRAP CENTRAL BLACK FRIDAY EVENT STARTS EARLY – 20% OFF STORE WIDE

Forget battling the lines for a deal – shop online! Jockstrap Central is having their biggest sale ever and it’s starting early. From Thursday at noon right until midnight (North American EST or Global GMT -5:00) on Friday, November 25th they’re offering 20% off of all products.

The best thing is you don’t have to be in the United States to take advantage of this shopping tradition, they ship worldwide!

This sale is simple – no discount codes to remember, simply visit Jockstrap Central and you’ll find all their gear listed with it’s original price and the sale price. Just remember that during this short sale, no discount codes will be accepted – double dipping just isn’t cool!

   Just in time for the holidays Rufskin is pleased to announce some great new styles that will surely turn heads during this season’s events. They are offering free worldwide shipping on orders of $100 or more. Enter code RUFNOIR
   aussieBum is giving you up to 50% off. Check out all the sales from underwear st 35% off, swimwear 50% off and more! Its their silly season sale and its only while stocks lates
  Timoteo is giving you Free Shipping on orders over $50. Use code HOL2011, this isn’t a Black Friday deal it’s good till 12-31-11. So this is good throug the entire holiday season
  YOU CAN’T ESCAPE IT!!!!!! Christmas is coming so we thought we’d take this opportunity to remind you about some of the festive undies we stock from brands like Bum Chums and Joe Snyder. But that’s not all, we’ve just taken delivery of some rather spiffing new underwear from one of our favourite brands Bruno Banani which includes a rather slinky twinpack of microfibre shorts (which if they sell well they will probably end up as a line that we can keep repeat ordering) and the translucent, ultra light Orient Express range.

Plus just in time for Christmas we’ve added in a brand of socks from Colombia called Saint Jacamo because let’s face it, pretty much everyone gets socks for Christmas so make sure you insist on getting some decent ones like these (plus the bonus is that they are very inexpensive).

Happy shopping from the Dead Good Undies team.

     JEWELS  is Mundo Unico’s latest creation. This 2011 winter collection sparkles with glee and radiance. Filled with bright cheerful eye catching colors; Jewels presents shinny waistbands in: yellow, red, green and smoke, combined with original prints and fabrics that are only found in Unico’s fashion designer underwear. A perfect gift for someone special who deserves the quality, perfect fit and exceptionally crafted underwear by Unico. Available at Cityboyz Fashions.
   25% Off all Joe Snyder, Good Devil and Intymen in Stock!

Free Shipping on all US and Canada orders plus we offer great international shipping rates.

Browse today at  www.mensuas.com

We are bringing the Underwear of the Month. We think it’s a great feature to have and will allow us to profile some really great pairs of underwear. Some brands you may not have heard of and others well known ones. This one falls into the first part of that. The brand we are going to feature is Leo and the pair is the Ventilated Long Boxer.

Sports underwear is not something we have profiled too much on the blog. I am not sure why but I know it is very popular and we are going to change that!

This pair is a really different take on the world of sports underwear. It features:

  • Enhancement design
  • Breathable fabric is ideal for active lifestyles
  • Signature waistband with the male symbol
  • Stretch microfiber. 82% Polyamide / 18% Elastane
  • Available in Black, Grey and White

The legs have a mesh fabric that is great for an active guy. It will allow you to breathe and not get too hot while running, hiking or any thing else you can think of doing. The whole line is something you should check out. It is classic but stylish at the same time. I hope we will see a lot more of this line.

It is available from Ergoenos right now for $20. Which is a great price, similar pairs go for much more! Go over and check this pair and others out!

 Coupon Detials: Save 15% when you purchase Andrew Christian style R9293 Underwear, Solidify Woven Tank SU11-KN01, or any Freshjive, Killy City, or Puma products from Andrew Christian in the week. Just enter code 15112111 at checkout. Coupon code does not work with Paypal or Google checkout. Please make sure there are no extra spaces before or after the coupon code. Does not apply to other items. May not be combined with any other coupons or offers. While supplies last. Offer subject to change anytime with out notice. Offer expires: November 25,2011 at 11:59pm PT
 2(x)ist is giving you 25% off your entire order at their stie. Just make sure you use code FRIDAY at checkout
  Undergear.com – What Lies Beneath ?Save 15% off pluse free shipping on all orders.Free Standard Shipping offer applies to orders within the continental U.S. only. For residents of Puerto Rico, Alaska, Hawaii and U.S. territories, this offer does not include the additional $9.95 fee. One time use only. Offer good only for standard shipping to the first “ship to” address in your order. Cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts (except Advantage Club), does not apply to express, heavyweight, additional address charges, or items shipped directly from the manufacturer. Must use code U1TEL at checkout. Offer expires 11:59 p.m. (ET) on 11/24/2011.
  Papi Mosaic CollectionFor those who enjoy Papi underwear, we have the latest collection called MOSAIC. We are featuring the low rise trunks and thongs from the collection in red, black, and blue. Also check out great deals on the Papi multipacks.

Good-Devil Collection

We’ve added a few more items to the popular Good-Devil underwear collection. The brand features many styles ranging from extreme to classic.

Free Worldwide Shipping

Free Worldwide shipping continues. We truly appreciate our international customer base and continue to offer free worldwide shipping @ EROGENOS.COM

   Pacific Jock is giving you 20% off your order for a limited time, so go check them out