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If you are like me you’re on the constant lookout for bikinis. Which, luckily, the style is becoming easier and easier to find. More brands are starting to produce the style. One of those brands is Candyman. They have always had smaller cuts like bikinis and thongs. And sometimes even more briefer cuts! The first collection of Candyman for 2018 is out!

There are a few really great styles but there are six new bikinis that I think need special attention! Looking at the style you can see it’s a low cut, no-fly, smaller waistband and fullback. Our friend Bikinisnthongs I think would approve of us calling these bikinis. If you have been a long time reader of UNB, you know that Candyman is all about fun. These are no regular bikinis they have some great prints!

The Candyman Frosting Bikini – has a floral print. It made me do a double take to see if it was swimwear. From what I gather it’s underwear. The print is awesome and fun. The blue background makes this my favorite of the six. Underwear should be fun and this would make me happy to wear!

Candyman Cheetah Bikini – If you are a fan of animal prints you ay love the cheetah bikini. This has a solid black front with a cheetah face on the back. It’s kind of a surprise! But still is a lot of fun.

Candyman Pineapple Bikini – If the Frosting Bikini is a little much but you love floral prints. The Pineapple Bikini could be a big hit for you. It’s a pineapple print on a solid black background.

Candyman Hands Bikini – This is the most fun pair of the new collection. The hand’s bikini is a black bikini with two handprints on the back. It’s like someone had paint on their hands and grabbed your butt. I could see me wearing this on a date night and asking, hey did you put your hands there!

Candyman Lion Bikini – Just like the Cheetah bikini this is a black front with a lion face on the back! It’s definitely not your regular bikini print.

Candyman Kitty Bikini – Lastly is the Kitty Bikini. If you are a cat fan you can have underwear with a cat face on the back. Not a big game cat but a regular cat!

If you love these and want to see more Candyman go to Candyman Fashions. 

Candyman’s new collection has a lot of jocks. Not just any jocks but fashion and fetish jocks. Would you expect anything else from the brand? I think not!  The entire collection is bright and fun! Today we needed to cover the jocks on Jockstrap Wednesday! Here are the series of jocks that are in the collection

Candyman 99250 Soft Mints Jockstrap

The CandyMan 99250 Soft Mints Jockstrap leaves little to the imagination, except where you can wear it, because something this sexy deserves to be seen. Super soft microfiber fabric all around with a dash of extra support in the back, this sporty-meets-sexy style is super hot for the most exclusive of occasions.

COLORS: Blue or Pink
FABRIC: 90% Nylon 10% Spandex
SIZES: Small – X-Large
COST: $21.48

Candyman 99276 Candy Lace Thong

This thong is a sexy boudoir piece for boys that leaves little to the imagination! Made from sheer lace, this sexy number provides a dash of coverage only where it counts up front. On the back it has thin straps crisscross all around your butt. (I consider this more of a jock)

PAIR: Candyman 99276 Candy Lace Thong
COLORS: Black, Green, or Orange
FABRIC: 88% Nylon 12% Spandex
SIZES: Small – X-Large
COST: $23.48

Candyman 99281 Frosting Jockstrap

The Candyman 99281 Frosting Jockstrap is the basic sports support every athletic guy needs. The pouch is made from soft, stretch mesh microfiber that is absorbent for long lasting comfort. The rear straps are thin and curvy to prevent pinching or riding up, so you can perform in this jockstrap for hours on end.

COLORS: Black or REd
FABRIC: 96% Nylon 4% Spandex
SIZES: Small – X-Large
COST: $15.48

Candyman 99278 Gum Jockstrap

The Candyman 99278 Gum Jockstrap laces up in the style of 18th Century naughtiness, so they’re perfect for donning when you’re at your best in the bedroom–or undressing to impress.

COLORS: Pink or Blue
FABRIC: 96% Nylon 4% Spandex
SIZES: Small – X-Large
COST: $16.48

Candyman 99282 Hard Candy Jockstrap

The Candyman 99282 Hard Candy Jockstrap combines the sexy mesh fabric with the low rise and lean cut of a brief, but cuts out the back entirely to give the fit of a jockstrap. The microfiber pouch provides coverage where it counts, while the sheer sports mesh shows off the skin beneath.

COLORS: Black or White
FABRIC: 97% Nylon 3% Spandex
SIZES: Small – X-Large
COST: $12.48

Find these and more at the Candyman Fashion site.

Today is Thong Thursday. Candyman has released a new collection and has a few thongs. The new collection lives up to the Candyman style we have come to know and love. It’s bright and fun. We will cover the other pairs very soon! You can find all these pairs at Candyman Fashion.

99256 Candy Wrap Thongs

The Candyman 99256 Candy Wrap Thongs are a minimal coverage thong that features a wide elastic waist band and see-through fabric pouch that’s contoured for a supported feel and enhanced profile. The stretch microfiber fabric is airy and breathable, making these comfortable for any occasion you want to feel sexy underneath your clothes. Get The Candy Wrap Thong for $11.48 on the Candyman site.

99258 Candy Lace Thongs

The Candyman 99258 Candy Lace Thong is a sexy boudoir piece for boys that leaves little to the imagination! Made from sheer lace, this sexy number provides a dash of coverage only where it counts up front. Thin straps crossed on the back. Get the Candy Lace Thongs at the Candyman Fashion site for $9.48

99280 Candy Wrap Thongs

The Candyman 99280 Candy Wrap Thong provides coverage only where it counts, letting your finest assets to reign free. The most outstanding detail of this sexy men’s thong is the see through fabric and the combination of two styles; one is a sexy thong on the back and the other a lean cut brief on front. Perfect for proclaiming your position as the winner. Get the Candy Wrap thong at the Candyman Fashion site for $12.48.

Find all these at Candymanfashion.com

Are you ready for Halloween? Maybe you are the kind that likes spooky costumes. Or, maybe you want to wear something super sexy? If you like the later, boy are you in luck. Candyman just released a few new costumes! They have always been the leader in super sexy costume underwear. Do you remember the cowboy or policeman? They were super fun!

S&M Costume – Did you see 50 Shades of Grey and want to live out a fantasy. Or, do you have dominant tendencies? Grab a costume that releases the inner dom to wear in with your significant other. Who are we to say, wear it out one night as well! Just be prepared for looks and grabs throughout the night. Retails – $29.48 at Candyman Fashion.

Pirate Costume – Pirates are always popular at Halloween. This is no Pirate of the Caribean. It’s more Pirate of your fantasy Black Sails. Yes, it comes with everything you see! The headband, eye patch and more. Dive into Halloween in this super fun Pirate costume. – $41.48 at Candyman Fashion

Unicorn Costume – Unicorns are HUGE right now. Candyman has come out with a more novelty pair for the unicorn. Sorry, there is no head mane or horn on your head. The Unicorn comes in a thong and boxer brief. The horn is on the pouch of each style. Each style has a rainbow lace up in the back. Pair that with lace and you get a very interesting pair indeed. Thong retails for $20.48 at Candyman Fashion. The Boxer Brief retails for $24.48 at Candymanfashion

Sheep Costume – If Little Bo Peep lost here sheep you can find it now! This looks more like the Big Bad Wolf to me but the ears are different. Made out of a plaid, flannel looking shirt with a hood and ears. Paired with a denim look, pair of briefs. Now, this is one pair you could definitely wear out on the town. $32.48 at CandymanFashion

Pilot Costume – They have had a pilot costume before. It was a bit more conservative. Made out of a tie and boxer briefs. This time you can fly the friendly skies with a pilot in a thong. Complete with wings, hat and rank insignia. The tie and thong are one in this version. $41.48 at Candymanfashion

Bullfighter Costume – OLE! Have you ever wanted to fight a bull? What about a bull in the bedroom! Candyman is mixing lace and masculinity with this collection big time. This costume has a lace pair of underwear made to look like bullfighter pants. The hat and shoulder pads are included. $41.48 at Candyman Fashion

Vampire Costume – The Pilot isn’t the only one getting a 2.0 refresh. The Vampire has a new design as well. This is very much the “Interview with a Vampire” type of feel. At least to me it does. It has a high color and a mini cape. The briefs have red lace over a black body with a cutout/lace up in the back. $27.48 at Candyman Fashion

Firefighter Costume – It’s time to rescue someone with this Firefighter costume! Bust down the door and rescue the trapped person. Made with a lace brief and safety stripe on the front. The neckband is another safety reflector and topped with a hat! It’s not standard issue uniform. $37.48 at Candyman Fashion

These are the new ones. There are some of your favorites still there! But enjoy and have fun this Halloween.

Candyman Fashions has a new collection out. At first I thought this maybe new swimwear. The last collection introduced Candyman Swimwear. This collection has a few new pairs. The CandyMan 99229 Brief is made from a super stretch microfiber fabric that feels light and airy against your skin as it forms a sleek, defining fit on your body. The two-tone wave pattern looks great against your skin, giving you a sunny vibe anytime you wear it.

BRAND: Candyman
COLORS: Blue
FABRIC: 93% Polyester 7% Spandex
SIZES: Small – X-Large
COST: $22.48

Product write-up
Candyman 99247 Thong Color Black
UNB Sandy

 

What’s not to love about a company that suggests,

Before you don CandyMan, ask yourself, “Who do I want to be today?”

This is a company that produces underwear that’s unabashedly playful and sexy that loves to push limits. They made their mark with some tantalizing role-play dress-up costumes — everything from police to Batman, cowboy, and chef! “Playful” doesn’t even begin to describe how much fun a couple of men will have with these skimpy costumes!

“Skimpy” is probably the best adjective for 92247 thong the company introduced this year. Not only is the coverage minimal but the fabric is a see-through lace that’ll convert any of us to voyeurism! As Candyman says, “The thong is a sexy boudoir piece for boys that leaves little to the imagination! Made from sheer lace, this sexy number provides a dash of coverage only where it counts up front.” That may actually be an exaggeration!


The thong is handmade in Colombia, South America with USA and Colombian fabrics which are 88% Nylon and 12% Spandex. The smooth microfiber provides support and comfort exactly where needed — and not a centimeter more! The waist is a thin elastic as is the thong string.

If you’re willing to dare to be bare and offer your partner a lacy invitation to all kinds of fun to follow — order one of these — wiggle into it — and throw caution (and coverage) to the wind!

The official description is: ” The CandyMan 99247 Thong is a sexy boudoir piece for boys that leaves little to the imagination! Made from sheer lace, this sexy number provides a dash of coverage only where it counts up front.”

 

Brand: Candyman
Pairs: 92247 thong
Colors: Black
Fabric: 88% nylon, 12% spandex
Sizes: extra-small to extra-large – watch the sizes — they run small!
Cost: $12
Available at the Candyman website https://www.candymanfashion.com/products/candyman-99247-thongs-color-black

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When we mention Candyman what comes to mind? Is it bright colors, lace, sexy costume and over the top designs? If you said any of those we couldn’t agree more. The brand has a wilder design than other brands out there. They are often known for using lace fabrics and skimpy thong cuts.

What would happen if they released a swimwear line? Well they just did. This is the first time that I recall them doing swimwear. So what would you expect from the line? If you said lace, sorry not in the swimwear. If you said bright colors, YES of course those are included, If you said sexy cuts, that’s another yes. But sadly no thongs fro swim!

We group them in traditional, wild cuts and fun prints. In total there are 14 pairs of swimwear released from them. Let’s start out on the traditional cuts.

Candyman Summer Swim Briefs 99207 – Show your patriotism in this pair. It’s flag inspired but without the literal interpretation of the flag. The right side is red/white stripes and the left and back are solid blue. The waistband is red and the stitching in the leg is also red.


 Candyman 99212 Swim Brief – Looking for something classic with a bit of a spin? This pair is available in three colors: blue, green and pink. It has a belt in the front that gives it a 1950’s feel to me. Something that more classic. The colors are anything but classic. The green and pink will draw attention.


 Candyman Mix Color block Swim Trunk 99220 – If you’re not a fan of a brief but want a trunk. This is the pair for you. Where the pair above has a more classic feel, this has a model classic feel. Two tone color block in a longer cut.

Sexy Cuts are standard with Candyman. This includes the swimwear.

Candyman 99214 Swim Briefs – This is a pair with a cut out on the right hip with three straps. It reminds me of several pairs they have had over the years in underwear. They featured a similar design. It’s just available in black. It shows skin but not enough to get you in trouble.

Candyman 99216 Swim Briefs Color – Let’s say you want to show off the back more than the front. That is if you have some junk in the trunk. This pair of Candyman has a swoop deign in the pack with a few straps to show off the top of your bum. The ring in the center creates an interesting design that will draw attention.

Prints are not something Candyman has done a lot with, however this collection it has a lot more in underwear and swimwear.

Candyman 99210 Swim Brief – It doesn’t have an official name but it’s a snake print. The pouch is made out of a black snake skin print that isn’t over the top. It also has two snake skin stripes to accent the pouch. Its a black print on black spandex. You won’t be rocking blatant snake print but people close to you will be able to see what it is.

Candyman 99218 Swim Trunks – Looking to go for the gold? this black and gold trunks is for you. They have an interesting design but not sure its snake print. Its definitely different from the rest. This would be perfect for Miami or other tropical destination.

Candyman 99219 Swim Trunks – Bright tropical prints are made for swimwear. This print is if you took a tropical designation at sun set and made it into a print. Its something different than I have seen in swimwear. I’m on the fence with it for me personally but I can see it being a popular suit for them.

Candyman Mix Color block Swim Trunk 99220 – If you like the traditional cut of the trunk mentioned above, but want something a bit bolder? This suit has a floral and flamingo print. Its very “Brady Bunch” to me. This will sell some of you and make others go running off! I think it’s super fun.

Candyman 99223 Swim Briefs – Animal prints have been big in swimwear for a few years. This pair is a solid blue front and a leopard face in the back. It’s something very different and that Candyman put their own spin on it. The colors and print are definitely for a tropical local.

Candyman 99224 Swim Trunks – If like the pair above but want the cat print in a trunk. Candyman has you covered. This trunk has cat faces on both sides and a solid black background. Its’ a really fun print for the summer.

Candyman 99225 Swim Briefs Swim Briefs – Looking for something to let your inner wolf out? This pair is it. It has an almost string bikini cut with a wolf print on the back. The back looks to be 3/4 back. Meaning it won’t offer full coverage like the other briefs.

Looking for super fun swimwear make sure you take a look at Candyman for the Summer.

5263 (2)CandyMan Fashion furnished the CLEVER Flowery Touch Cheeky Brief for review.

Rating: 9.1/10

  • Daily Fit: 8/10
  • Sizing: 10/10
  • Construction: 9.5/10
  • Styling: 10/10
  • Daily Performance: 8

Pros: Fun, bold print, true sizing, great mesh.

Cons: No overwhelming cons.

SALVATORE Recommendation: CandyMan Fashion contacted UNB Tim a while ago and asked the team to review CLEVER’s Spring line. Because the entire team loves undies, he agreed and sent out pairs for review. I recently wrote a post about mesh underwear, how to select great pairs, and what types of mesh to wear for different occasions.


I was elated when the pair selected for me to review was the MESH Flowery Touch Cheeky Brief! The mesh was not the only reason I got excited as I tore open the mailer. There were two other reasons: 1.) This brief has an awesome pattern (super manly) and 2.) It has an anatomical pouch. This brief is truly the collision of three utopic components to the perfect pair of underwear: MESH, PATTERN (instead of plain color), and ANATOMICAL POUCH! Perfection at its finest!

Mesh is so tricky in men’s underwear. There is the super wide hole mesh that is more for fetish wear (totally not me, but check out TTHEAMAZING’s Fetish Friday Column. I’m sure he will work in mesh at some point). Then there is the pragmatic mesh that can be worn for a myriad of event types. This brief is definitely practical in the mesh category. I wore the pair on three different occassions:

  • All day in jeans: I made it through the day wearing the brief under jeans. Mesh is hard to wear under jeans because the glans penis (head or tip of the penis) has very sensitive nerve endings that often poke through the mesh and rub on the denim. Not always uncomfortable—sometimes stimulating and often times irritating. This didn’t begin to bother until around dinnertime. I equate this to great construction and careful design implementation seen in CLEVER’s delivery of quality underwear.
  • To bed: What can I say? I felt sexy sleeping in mesh and even sexier knowing that I was wearing a very awesome pattern. I had no issues whatsoever feeling constricted in the crotch throughout the night. Very very good experience.
  • At the  gym during workout: I’d say that this is the bread and butter of this brief. The fact that the mesh is cool and breezy and the anatomical pouch is very supporting allowed me to have free range of motion in a very well constructed brief.

I’m definitely a pouch snob. Read this and you’ll understand why. My underwear collection is almost exclusively ergonomical in pouch nature. I’ve never worn CLEVER before. This made me nervous about whether the pouch on this brief would actually turn out to be anatomical. The first thing I did when I slipped them on was take notice of the inner sewn elastic that separates the body of the brief from the pouch. I relaxed and realized that CLEVER had me in mind when they made this brief.

The construction on the brief is top notch. The pattern is super man-sexy. There is a center line going up the butt area to give you an added lift. An incredibly soft metallic gold waistband accentuates the design. The sizing was spot on for what was advertised. What else can a man ask for? NOTHING!

OUTSIDE OF THE BOX RECOMMENDATION: My wife actually came up with the idea that this brief could be worn as a swim brief if you got in a bind. The great pattern is not completely transparent and leaves enough to the imagination to make most people salivate. The lightweight mesh dries very quickly when wet and the overall construction is solid. We’re moving to Hawaii in the next couple of months. Who knows, maybe I’ll wear them surfing some day soon.  Follow me on Twitter @manatomicallyme to see if I get brave and post a picture!

BRAND: CLEVER

PAIR: Flowery Touch Cheeky Brief

COLORS: Flower Pattern (As pictured)

FABRIC: Body: 75% nylon 25% spandex

SIZES: S – XL

COST: $29

FURNISHED BY: CandyMan Fashion

Where to buy:

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2015First we have to thank all our sponsors who made this shoot possible. They are Macondo Trading (Clever, Pikante, Ergowear & Candyman), Cocksox, N2N Bodywear, Jack Adams, Junk Underjeans, Bülge Clothing, Yocisco and BearSkn. Our models are Chandler, Drew, Wes, Damien and Pat. Our amazing photographer was Taylor Campbell. It was shot at Maps Studio in the Atlanta are!

To buy a pair click the link on the name of the pair. You will be taken to that brands official site to buy!

Macondo Trading – Clever Moda

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Clever has some hot new styles and prints this season

Macondo Trading – Ergowear

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Ergowear is known for it’s amazing pouch that gives great support and awesome fabric

Macondo Trading – Candyman

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Candyman is known for their fun styles and sexy fabrics/cuts.

Macondo Trading – Pikante

Pikante has some awesome prints and some super sexy pairs in this collection

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Cocksox

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Cocksox is known for their awesome pouch, fun colors and sexy styling

N2N Bodywear

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N2N Bodywear makes underwear that ranges from classic to super sexy.

Jack Adams

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Jack Adams has a new designer and a new look that has given them a new look!

Junk UnderJeans

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Junk UnderJeans is making amazing new pairs such as the Junk X and more!

BüLGE Clothing

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BüLGE Clothing makes perfect underwear for working out with these super comfy shirts and boxer briefs

BearSkn

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BearSkn makes underwear for guys of all sizes, everyone should feel super sexy!

YOCISCO

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YOCISCO started making amazing jocks and now have made some amazing briefs.

We have tons more pics we will be sharing as Brief Distractions and on our social media accounts! So make sure you like us on each!

Thanks to all the brands, models, photographers and people who helped make this guide amazing

Where to buy:

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We all love a BIG sale! This one you can save on Clever, Candyman, Pikante, PPU, Mandies, and more! Just go to Candymanfashion.com to take part in the savings! Just use code Thanks2015 to get the 35% off, but thats not ally can save up to 50% off on already marked down items. This sale runs till 12/1/15. One last thing if you spend over $50 you get free shipping on orders in the US! Flat rate shipping world wide! Go Shop at Candymanfashion.com

NOTE: UNB Tim does consulting work for Candymanfashion.com

 

99134(2)CandyMan has always been a company that had intrigued me. They are never shy about pushing the limits when it comes to new cuts, styles and fabrics. Some people might say that can take it a bit too far sometimes. If you are one of those skeptics, don’t count this brand out so quickly.

I had the opportunity to review the Modern Varsity Brief in blue size medium. This pair was furnished by Macondo Trading. I have to say I was happy this pair got sent my way. This is not your typical brief, but if you are looking for a pair of undies that are sexy yet comfortable.  These are worth the look. From the clean cut waistband to the contrasting florescent piping around the legs to the little cut outs on either side of the pouch.  CandyMan cut no corners when it comes to details with these briefs.

These briefs are made from 96% Nylon and 4% elastane Sheer stretch mesh which is completely see through. It has a great wide elastic logo waistband that has a metallic silver look to it. I love a good pair of mesh undies. I think they are something sexy for sure. What I like about these is they are comfortable to wear as well as sexy. These will not leave anything up to the imagination. The front pouch is very roomy and keeps everything in place like a good brief should do. The cut-outs on either side of the pouch add for a little extra stretch in the front as well if you need it. The fabric is light and airy and almost feels like you are going commando under whatever you are wear over top.

The one down fall with these briefs that I could find is that like most sheer fabrics.  These are undies that should be cared for. I have had similar fabrics get caught in zippers of paints while in the washer and rip a hold in fabric.  So just be cautious when washin’. I would also not recommend wearing these all day. I did and they performed better than a lot of my other mesh undies; however I didn’t feel like they moved as well with me like some of my other undies do. BUT if you are looking for a sexy pair of undies that will add that little extra element of sexy to your night out, these are the undies for you! Sexy and functional for a great price!

PROS:

·       Great fit and true to size

·       Great color and contrasting piping along with detailing add to the sexiness

·       Comfortable waistband

CONS:

·       Sheer mesh doesn’t seem the strongest of fabrics

RATEINGS:

·       Daily Fit – 8

·       Sizing – 10

·       Construction/Materials – 10

·       Styling – 10

·       Daily Performance – 8

·       OVERALL – 9.2

This pair was furnished for review by Macondo Trading. These come in the blue only and can be found at CandyMan Fashion for $18.48.

HalloweenIts Halloween Time! There is one brand that has some amazing costumes, that brand is Candyman. I remember when they first came out and the Cowboy costume was all the rage. Each year they continue to release new costumes, and not just around Halloween.

But if you wanted to wear these for Halloween you could! I wouldn’t recommend them for a “family” party or with kids. If you were going to an adult party or a bar some of these could be a lot of fun to wear. I say this because some of these are skimpy and leave little to the imagination. For a bar this I bet is a good thing! So what costumes to they have this year?

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First up is the 99108 Sailor Costume Outfit. As you can see its perfect for any sea voyage. The costume comes with the brief, hat and collar. The Sailor costume is $32.48

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The next costumes come in two colors. The sexy mechanic is a sheer mesh body suit that just has coverage on the crotch.  its available on Blue and Black. the Blue is 99149 Mechanic Outfit is $39.48

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The Sexy Mechanic in black is very similar but it has a black/white checker board stripe down the side. Just note that both of these are VERY see through. So unless you want to show it off, don’t wear it. The Black is 99150 Mechanic Outfit Multi-colored is $37.48

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For men the School Girl is always a popular costume, but what about the School boy? Candyman has made a school boy costume that comes with the boxer briefs, suspenders and bow tie. The geek glasses are something you have to add yourself. The 99151 School Boy Outfit is $30.48

99152(3)Growing up how many of us wanted to be a police man? Candyman has two different costumes. The first is the 99152 Police Outfit. This one shows off a bit more! It comes with the boxer briefs, cap, harness and hand cuffs. These boxer briefs have a cool cut with a mesh back and you will be seeing your best assets! The Police Outfit is $39.48

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The second 99153 Police Outfit offers a bit more coverage. Like the first one you get the cap and cuffs but this one is a brief cut rather than a trunk. These also feature a badge on the back of the pair. The Police outfit is $33.48

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Maybe you want your very own 50 Shades of Grey in your bedroom our house. it all depends on what you want! The first is the 99157 that comes with a strappy onesie cuffs and a blind fold. The 99156 is $34.48

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The next is the 99159. It features a mesh boxer brief with a lace up back and a black fake leather mask. It is perfect for an evening home. The 99159 is $39.48

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The last is the 99161 is the same boxer brief as the 99159 but instead of the mask it comes with the fake leather cuffs. The 99161 is $35.48

These are the new costumes and we hope you have  great Halloween!

NOTE: UNB Tim does consulting work for Candyman Fashion but the opinions expressed in this post are his own.