We ran the interview with Curbwear yesterday, but got a ton of great pictures from them! This is one we wanted to share that showcases their trunks/boxer briefs
Croota underwear (www.croota.com) has listened to its customers and has re-released two of its most popular underwear ranges as part of its 2014 rollout of products, which will soon also include tank tops. Known for its comfort, fit and style, the California-based underwear label is heating up men’s underwear drawers just in time for Spring with its ‘Pattern Breaker Hipster’ range available in two color options, along with its ‘Croota Through’ range.
Croota’s ‘Pattern Breaker Hipster’ was originally released in 2012, providing guys with sophisticated designs in both purple and black options. Its pattern was inspired by the stars of the Australian flag, as well as Croota’s unique star logo. The combination of waistband materials, including satin and polyurethane, was the first of its kind, and remains rare among underwear brands on the market today. A partial and breaking silver satin logo found along the elastic band are the hardest techniques for manufacturers to produce, but Croota is known for its quality and had no issue in re-releasing this range for its most die-hard customers.
The ‘Croota Through’ low-rise hipster range was first released in early 2011, but still features a sporty square-cut and body-hugging design. Made from high-quality cotton that feels great against skin, the mixed cotton and satin waistband complements the brand’s unique dedication for all-around comfort. The range, which was even featured in a photo shoot with Russian Regional Freeski Champion, Artem Chu Glebov, is available in its original navy color and orange waistband.
Both ‘Pattern Breaker Hipster’ and ‘Croota Through’ underwear ranges are made with 95% cotton and 5% spandex. Each range retails for $22.90, and both are available at www.croota.com.
Jockstrap Central has a new model Spence. He’s modeling the new Colt line of Jockstraps. They have been redone by the team at Timoteo and you know they will be high quality and fun to wear
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It’s Throwback Thursday! We are bringing you a great shot from the Cocksox Leopard print. They no longer sell this one but it was one of my favorites!
Over the past few years at Magic we have had a “Meet and Greet” for brands, buyers and others attending Magic. Its a social gathering where everyone can get together and talk. You may think this sounds strange but at the show usually most brands don’t have time to talk to other brands. You have clients in all day and then on the last day you’re so worn out you pretty much hang in your both.
This year we had it in the Luxor at Centra. I will say I was a little worried that it was a short walk and people wouldn’t come over from the Mandalay Bay. But it was a lot of fun and brands did come! The brands that attended were 2EROS, SupaWear, N2N Bodywear, Frank Dandy, Bwet Swimwear, Shrine Boxers, Timoteo, Underwear Nation, Garcon Model, Wood Underwear, BoyRio, PetitQ and I know I”m missing someone, and I apologize if I did!
It was great hearing the brands say they are glad we had something social. We used to do them just in February but we are going to do them every Magic. So if you’re a brand or buyer going to Magic let us know so we can include you!
Belive it or not, spring is on the way. Underwear Nation has a new issue this month called Fresh. They picked some bright fun colors for this issue. Go check it out
Photographer Jerrad Matthew
Model Cody Schnepp
Featured underwear of the month: 2Eros Core Brief / 2Eros Core Boxer / Supawear Supafly Jockstrap
New pictures from C-IN2 feature model Anthony Moufarej. You may remember the last collection featured Mike Stalker. This shoot was shot by photog Rick Day who is a long time photog for C-in2. Here are the latest images from C-IN2 campaign.
Info from C-IN2:
Fitness model Anthony Moufarej first seen in the “A week in the Life” photo/video shoot for C-IN2 by Rick Day. His Facebook page states he was “born in Lebanon and moved to Canada at the age of 13. Started practicing a couple martial arts like MMA, boxing, kickboxing and grappling and modeling not too long after.”
Anthony’s smoldering good looks and chiseled physique made him an easy choice as a Rick Day and C-IN2 model.
Features the Prime and Core collections
Prime the premier men’s underwear collection has a softer than soft feel yet manages to retain its shape. Prime boasts a new, thinner width microfiber elastic waistband that is retro with plenty of chic.
Core, the essential C-IN2 men’s underwear collection. The best fitting everyday underwear is made unlike any other. With custom weighted 100% cotton and a microfiber waistband, the super soft Core underwear line keeps its shape all day long. Especially important when you want to undress and impress.
I got this topic from the Twitter chat last night. As more guys get into great underwear is it a gateway to other fashion including shoes, better shirts and pants? Over the last few years I have lost weight and have gone through a few lay offs so fashion has taken a back seat.
I looked through my closet and saw a bunch of geek shirts (Dr. Who, Firefly etc), polo shirts and t shirts. Not what you would call the cover of GQ material there. Then I looked in my underwear drawer and saw Gregg Homme, Andrew Christian, Baskit, Cocksox and tons more. I have better underwear then clothes and it got me thinking it’s time to step outside of my box.
This kind of started back in August. While at Magic I got tickets to see Celine Dion. Then I made the realization that I didn’t bring much grown up clothes. So I went to Ross, yes Ross Dress For Less, on the strip and got a nicer shirt and some better jeans. The jeans were low rise and had designs on the pocket really out of my comfort zone but I did it. I felt better about myself.
Flash forward till last night and I mentioned that Jason Scarlatti told me about a shoe company at magic. When Tweeted he said “Best dressed starts with underwear and ends in shoes..and coats, and accessories” and I couldn’t agree more. I have been better dressed in my younger days and plan to be going forward.
I will admit that I stepped up my dress at magic this year. Before I thought I looked schlubby. Meaning it was an untucked polo and reg jeans. This time I wore a button up shirt all three days and better jeans. I am going to do much better in the dressing, granted right now it will have to be on a budget but it can be done!
This makes me wonder. I know many gay readers already mix great fashion with undies. They have underwear for different activities and outfits. But, for those getting into it and are fashion challenged (I consider myself in this category, and can be gay or straight), will great undies inspire them to expand their horizons?
Picture by Baskit from a few years ago featuring Nick Youngquest
In Vegas I had Arthus and Nico stop buy, the two behind PetitQ underwear. We did a quick shoot with them. I’m not the best photog but they turned out better than I thought with the lighting we had! Enjoy
On our Twitter chat last night we talked about how to get great undies for a really good price. The Baskit $12 Tuesday is a great way to try new undies at a great price. You don’t have to spend $30 on a pair to get great undies. This week is the Simple Trunk, great colors and a classic design. Also go under specials to see more deals
I will admit I”m a fan of the AC line for it’s pouches. In the previous reviews I wore the Almost Naked and Trophy Boy briefs. This time I have the NanoFit Breeze Brief. I have one other NanoFit brief and it’s one of my favorites. A friend gave it to me and I love it. So when I got the chance to try another I was all over it.
I was looking forward to trying the NanoFit Breeze Brief because I had a busy day. It included a Lunch with a friend moving this month, followed by shopping with another and Dinner with other friends. So it was going to be on the go. ATL was a little warm, well for this winter, 60+ degrees. So I wanted something that wouldn’t make me too hot.
The first thing I noticed was that the pair breifs really breathes. Its made out of a light weight material that had a great pouch that conformed to me. There is nothing I hate more than a pair that looses shape during the day. So I got my air cut that morning and headed to lunch. The pair really felt great, gave me ample support but the test was going shopping. Running around for a few hours I forgot what I was wearing.
This is giong to be in the top of my underwear drawer. As many long time readers know the top drawer are my favorites for every day wear. It will go in my usual rotation.
The sizing for Andrew Christian is pretty good. I got an XL to fit my 38 (and hopefully 36) waist pretty well. In previous reviews the legs were a little tight and this pair didn’t have that issue. The legs fit great and no binding at all. Make sure you double check the sizing chart when buying.
Pros:
- Great fit
- Has the great AC pouch
- Made for an active day
Cons:
- May not be good for a winter day (but perfect for summer/spring)
- Sizing can be an issue (always check chart)
Ratings:
- Daily Fit – 9
- Sizing – 9
- Construction/Materials – 9
- Styling – 9
- Daily Performance – 9
- Overall – 9
Andrew Christian furnished this pair for review. You can find this on the Andrew Christian Website. Does contain an affiliate sales link
A few weeks ago I decided it was time for me to try some different styles, branch out and buy a few things that I wouldn’t ordinarily wear. I found this hot item at a decent price ($19.00 at freshpair.com) and decided to give it a shot. Knowing that I would likely never wear something like this as daily underwear I wanted to just see what it was all about. And much to my surprise I quite like it. Pouch front, suspender straps, thong back. After I got over the feeling that I was having some sort of “Borat” moment I actually started thinking about when and where I could pull something like this off. If nothing else, this will definitely make lounging around the house more interesting.
Would you or have you ever worn underwear like this?
Are you a fan of mesh underwear? This is new of the new pairs from Clever. I’m not sure you’d go on the beach in them but they are a slight mesh that will show off but now expose everything. This is the 5190 Calipso Mesh Latin Brief
We want to get social with you guys. Starting tonight we have our very first Twitter Chat to talk about Magic/Cruve but open to any questions. I (@unbtim) will be on twitter on my account and the UNBBlog account to answer questions and talk to you guys. Just send us an @ message or #askunb. This should be fun and hope you guys come out with questions and comments.
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This week I have been having some conversations with some readers and new guys we have coming on the site. We seem to always talk about bikinis. I am a big fan of them and have been since I was a teenager. One of the very first pairs I bought were bikinis. Reasons I like them is they usually have a great pouch and higher cut sides.
One brand that I have seen and want to try is Geronimo. The 1358s2 has a bikini cut with specially designed pouch. You can see that in the pic the pouch has a circular seam over the top of the pouch. Which gives it a really cool look. It makes me curious as to how the pouch fits. The material Polymide/lycra blend! I really want to try this pair.
It’s a classic bikini cut which really interests me. Over the last few years this style has not been but in a few brands. Each year briefs are making a come back and more and more guys are wearing them. I think it will be only a matter of time before bikinis are big on the market again.
The only place I have seen this pair is at Concupisco. They are out of the UK and this pair retails for £20.99 and available in blue, yellow and white.
COLT started producing gay porn back in 1967 and through the years became known for their macho Marlboro men, construction workers and cowboys. A number of years ago COLT produced their first line of jockstraps but they were discontinued a while later. Well, now they’re back with totally new jockstrap designs and this time around COLT pulled out the big guns using top underwear designer Timoteo to produce the line.
There’s three styles available in both classic black or white for a total of 6 new jocks. Whether it’s the COLT Jock Brief, the COLT Signature Jockstrap with it’s classic styling or the COLT Logo Jockstrap with a throwback to their past designs, all three incorporate a soft brushed cotton pouch with a hint a spandex. The fabric is light and along with the spandex, it hugs your bulge showing it off to perfection. Wide waistbands, one inch straps on the traditional jockstraps and the bold COLT logo say “masculine” without a doubt. For more details and to see Jockstrap Central’s latest model Spence (damn, he’s hot) putting the new COLT jocks through a workout, visit their website.”
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Tis the season for new undies, why not have something super fun! PPU has released a new collection featuring this pair with the pink waistband with a cut out below the waistband and pouch! It’s super fun and enjoy!
Were you a fan of the Filthy Collection from C-IN2? Well that collection has been retired and is getting replaced by the Scruff collection. When I sat down with them this past August they told me about this line. The Filthy line was one that was very labor intensive. The filth layer, as we call lit, the black dye was put on the material by hand. So there was no easy way to make the pairs. Granted, it was a really fun line and was a popular line but the new line is a take on the same dirty look but a little less dirt on them.
The new line is just as it sounds, scruffy! The fabric looks like it’s been a little scruffed up rather then filthy. I really like the technique this causes. It’s a slight discoloration of the fabric especially around the seams. It’s not as harsh as the filthy. So if you maybe thought that was a little too much for you, then you need to check out the Scruff line.
The line constructed out of cotton elastine mix and available in three colors. Those colors are Blazer (blue), Repper (greyish) and Rio Red. I love the names that C-IN2 comes up with for colors. They have the usual styles: jock, Lo No Show Brief, Punt, Lo No Show Army Trunk, Tank, V-Neck and Crew Neck T. The prices range from $24-38.
Find these and more at the C-IN2 Website
As our readers may know, I am a big time brief guy, wearing them during most days. While this is true, I do also mix in an occasional trunk some days. This isn’t to say that I won’t try any pair (heck, I’m soon to lose my thong naievity). I’m picky when it comes to the undies that are in my daily rotation. You may now ask what drives me to wear the pairs that I do? What is the secret ingredient that make me fall in love with a particular pair of underwear? Guys, here it is, my personal perfect underwear formula:
Pouch: This may be most important. My underwear has to have a reasonable amount of up front to not only hold everything in place but to also allow the goods to breathe. I’m an active guy so finding a balance in this department is key. Therefore, I tend to favor briefs constructed with a large pouch.
- Cut: This is mainly an aesthetic issue. I prefer low cut undies to limit how much fabric rides up above my jeans or pants throughout a given day. Ideally, I prefer a brief that has a moderately aggressive leg cut and a trunk that is short on the leg.
- Fabric: This is a wildcard. While I enjoy 100% cotton undies, cotton blends and other fabric blends without fabric tend to inhabit most of my drawer. I really need my underwear to be breathable, flexible, and be able to wick away moisture during workouts. If the underwear can do this, then I’m stoked. If I ever was forced to pick an absolute favorite fabric, it has to be modal due to it’s smooth and sleek feel. That’s some exclusive “going out” underwear.
- Waistband: There isn’t an ideal size of a waistband that suits me, but for some reason I am more drawn toward the brand labeled waistbands. Waistbands such as CK’s X line and 2xist’s Touch briefs. Waistbands such as these give off much more personality that simply an anonymous band. Functionality is also important and if a pair measures up in the three above areas and has a bland waistband, it will still probably end up in my daily rotation. Hey, I’m describing my perfect pair after all!
- Color: This isn’t a major issue to me, but I still have preferences. I own some very bold colored underwear in deep purple, to turquoise, bright orange, and bold green. These are some of my favorite pairs too and are of a variety of cuts and fabrics. However there really is nothing like a classy white or black brief or trunk as a drawer staple. They give such a clean and put together look which I can’t really argue against.
- Brand: My drawer right now is dominated by Calvin Klein, 2xist, and C-IN2, but I will literally wear undies made by any designer. I don’t have brand phobias. I love quality underwear. In time I hope to see what others have to offer.
Well everyone, there you have it. That’s my undie formula. Now the question is what is YOUR formula? Feel free to share and join the discussion by tweeting @UNBBlog, @UNBJon, or by hitting us up on Facebook! We love to hear from all guys about why they love their underwear. Share away!
Are you a fan of something fun and metallic? The new Go Go Brief (8647) from Pikante is the perfect pair for you. This collection from Pikante is definitely a walk on the wild side. It’s so wild we can’t promote much on Facebook. I know many of our readers will love the collection. I know for a fact we have a few straight readers who will go crazy over some of these pairs!
The Go Go Brief is available in three metallic fabrics; Gold, Silver and Black. Each one has a snap off pouch. Which allows you easy access for those times when you want to have some fun. We know there are some out there who would never wear undies like this but for a whole set of guys this is fun and something exciting.
The back of this pair has a mesh panel at the top. It’s not a super see through mesh and doesn’t cover the entire back. Its only about the top third of the back. Gives you just enough of a peek. It also has similar snaps that you see on the pouch. It’s a lot of fun.
You maybe asking, “Would you wear this pair?” Honestly, I would give it a try. I think we all need to push ourselves and try something new. My biggest concern would be the pouch. Would it hold through the day? The material is a Polyester/Spandex blend so it should hold you in place and feel good.
If you’re up for something fun then definitely check this pair out. If you want something wilder, this new collection has even more you will like! These should be rolling out to retailers as we speak!
Date night underwear means different things to every guy. But we are curious as to what your go to style is? Do you have a favorite? Do you mix it up? Tell us about your date night undies. Leave a comment or send us a tweet about what your favorite is and why!
We are doing a Throwback Thursday for our Brief Distraction. Do you remember this pair from 2EROS? The picture is a few year old but still a great picture!
Are you curious about Magic/Curve, want to know about your favorite brand. I will be answering your questions this weekend Sunday from 7-8 PM we will be doing our first Twitter Chat. Just ask a question to @unbtim or @unbblog with hash tag #askunb and we’ll answer your question. But know this is not limited to Magic/Curve, you can ask us your underwear questions!
We bring you a lifestyle picture form the new MaleBasics Dots collection. this one features the Jockstrap. The jock has a mesh pouch so there will be little left to the imagination.
Are you a fan of the classics? Are you a fan of the tighty Whitie brief? Well the Urban Basics brief is the Baskit take on the tighty whitie brief. It’s made with a great pouch and amazing materials. You won’t find 6 of these in a pack but you can find it for just $12 today. Just go under specials on the Baskit site and get the deal, just for today