Model DW Chase lives his best life in gear. He’s always working out in swim briefs, jocks, spandex, you name it. Here he is skateboarding in a swim brief. Go follow him on Twitter, plus he’s a super nice guy.
When we talk about models, lately, it’s a tricky subject. Some guys want to see the traditional models, and then some guys want to see real guys in undies. And there is room for everyone in the world of underwear. Having worked on the blog for 12 years, I can see the issue from brands and consumers. This is my take on models in the Underwear industry.
Traditional Models
Brands use traditional models in their posts because they have a brand image they want to convey. It could be athletic, muscular, more realistic, or even plus-sized guys (saying plus in the world of modeling). Granted, very few of us reading this will ever be like the model in the underwear picture. We want to feel sexy and confident in our underwear. If it looks that great on him than it will look awesome on me. And to be fair, pictures do sell underwear. A hot picture will increase the sales of a pair over a pair without a hot pic. I have seen this time and time again. Brands are in the business to make money, and they do what will sell undies.
Real Guys – Non-Traditional Models.
I like many of you want to see more real guys in undies. This includes all shapes, sizes, and colors. I will give it to many brands starting to do more real guys, and those should be applauded, like Yocisco. They recently had a beefy guy star in some of their pics. I think many brands are hesitant because of backlash from people online. Before you start going off on me, just wait. We have experienced this first hand. When we first started doing our UNB shoots, we used more real guys. Not all of them had abs; some were thin, some were a little bigger (for models). I was super proud of these shoots. However, when we posted them on social media, get got comments like “These aren’t models,” “Where did you find these guys” “If this is what you consider models, I’m unfollowing.”
Yes, guys said those things and more over the years. It sucks when we invest our time and money into a shoot to get this feedback. If you want to see real guys, like, comment, share, and buy. When you do buy, tell them you bought because of the real guy or non-traditional models.
I personally think we need a mix of real and traditional models. We are a diverse group of guys, gay, straight and bi, looking for different things in undies. As the industry grows more into the straight market, we will see marketing evolve even more. This is a quick post I threw together, and I would love you guys to share your feedback.
Credits:
Photos: Adrian C. Martin (@adriancmartin)
Model: Oliver Yumar (@oliveryumarhdz)
Shorts: BANG!
Underwear: Curbwear, Modus Vivendi, Supawear
Location: Tenerife, Canary Islands
We love Hunter Bigham at UNB. He is one amazing man and if you don’t follow him you should. He also did a Brief Tale podcast where he told about discovering his love of undies. You should check those and all our podcasts out! Subscibe where ever you get podcasts, search for “Brief Talk by Underwear News Briefs”
New exclusive photos from Jockstrap Central:
We just launched a new line of jockstraps and harnesses by Cellblock 13’s more flamboyant brand Vaux featuring our brand new model Frankie.
This amazing collection is made with unique coated printed neoprene rubber with a functional zipper right down the center of the pouch. In stunning florals and psychedelic leopard prints.
We’ve been trying to get Frankie in front of our cameras for a few years but finally made it happen. You may recognize him if you’re tuning in to Drag Race Canada airing right now as he’s one of the Pit Crew. In fact, we now have three models in the Pit Crew… Frankie, Evan and Chance.
In case you can use them, here’s our exclusive photos of our Frankie rocking the new Vaux gear.
JOR is an amazing brand. They always make some amazing gear in bright colors and bold prints. They have teased their new collection on social media and it’s called Fetish! It’s going to be amazing!!! We will keep you posted when it is out!
This week we have a great sale at the UNB Store. We have Ergowear, PetitQ, Hawai, Hidden and PPU! There are some amazing Ergowear 35% off, but hurry sizes will be limited.
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Have you ever wanted to sit around with a bunch of guys and talk, “what are your favorite undies?” This week we have Ryan, Andy, Erik, Stevie, Patrick, and Tim telling their favorites. We broke it down into four categories, Thong, Brief/Bikinis, Jocks, and Boxer Briefs/Trunks.
Here are the guy’s responses:
Favorite Thong
- Andy – Joe Snyder
- Patrick – Jack Adams Bikini Thong: https://www.jackadamsusa.com/bikini-thong/
- Ryan – SupaWear Desserts Thong
- Tim – 2(X)IST Y back Thong or the discontinued Unico Thong
Favorite Brief/Bikini
- Andy – Slickitup Adonis Brief
- Patrick – Jack Adams Naked Fit Brief: https://www.jackadamsusa.com/naked-fit-brief/
- Ryan – Fruit of the Loom White Briefs | Obviously Anatomax String Bikini
- Tim – Cocksox CX01 and Ergowear X3D any
Favorite Jock
- Andy – Bristle Supply Co.
- Patrick – Cocksox CX21N Jockstrap: https://www.cocksox.com/collections/underwear-shop-all/products/cx21n-jockstrap?variant=32284978184258
- Ryan – Bike Grey Band White Pouch
- Tim – Cocksox CX21N as well
Favorite Boxer Brief (if any)
- Andy – Andy doesn’t do bloomers
- Patrick – Tommy John Second Skin Boxerbrief: https://tommyjohn.com/collections/second-skin-boxer-brief/?color=turbulence-grey
- Ryan – But if I have to choose – Shinesty Ball Hammock
- Tim – N2N Bodywear Jammers, Cocksox Boxer Briefs, and Ergowear
Favorite Swimwear (brief or thong)
- Andy – Skinfit Thong Swimwear
- Patrick – Intimissi by default since it’s the only one I own. And of course, they sold out of the Mickey Mouse one so here’s the plain: https://www.intimissimi.com/be/product/plain_swim_briefs-MS0012.html?dwvar_MS0012_Z_COL_INTU=1467
- Ryan – Ergowear X4D Thong or Joe Snyder Maxi-Bulge
- Tim – Ergowear X4D Bikini/Swim Brief
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We did a shoot featuring Clever back in 2015. This was done on near Downtown Atlanta. It was a lot of fun to do with Model Damien who we worked with a few times after this shoot.
Today we bring you a look back at August 2016. This features the new swimwear from Marcuse at the time! Makes me wish I had a trip to the beach.
If you are like me, a bigger guy, you miss out on a lot of pairs of underwear out there. The sizing doesn’t go above 40, or 36 inches sometimes. BUT, your wait is over. One brand that is branching out beyond the smaller sizes is Xtremen.
Xtremen has been around for a few years. They got started by making boxer briefs and have added briefs, thongs, and jocks to their line up. But, their sizing was on the smaller end. No more, they now go up to XXX-Large. The 3X goes up to 42-44, while not inclusive to guys on the larger end, it’s a step in the right direction.
One thing I think many brands forget to take into effect is taller guys. I am tall and beefy. And even with losing weight, I think I look best at a 36ish waist size. When I was a 32 I was too thin. It’s great to see this and we have a few more brands following suit and we will see more brands create extended sizes! For that we say Hurrah!
You can find the new Xtremen Xtended sizes at the UNB Store Now!
Who needs a weekend at the beach? This year hasn’t been the best for fun in the sun. However, Smither’s Swimwear has some great pairs for fun in the sun at home or anywhere you are! Check out their amazing swim briefs.
The Butch Crown Jewel Brief was provided by Butch underwear. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
Rating: 10/10 (Average of the ratings below)
- Daily Fit: 10/10
- Sizing: 10/10
- Construction: 10/10
- Styling: 10/10
- Daily Performance: 10/10
Pros:
- Made for bigger guys and will fit you the way underwear should be
- Sizing should fit any guy up to XXX-Large
- The waistband was super comfy
Cons:
- Some guys may not like the classic design
- Some guys may not like the limited color choices
Tim’s Recommendation:
If you want to get a great pair of underwear for any size guy, Butch is your brand. It’s well made, fits great, and made for guys of all sizes. There should be no sizing issues, either. I felt great wearing these all day.
Butch is a new brand that I ran across on Instagram. They are a brand that makes undies for all sizes but markets to the bigger guys. Being a guy with a 42 waist currently, this is great! They sent me a few pairs to try, and I was super excited.
I gave these a real review and wore them on a trip to the botanical gardens for the day. In the age of COVID, I needed to get out and out of the house. Nothing was better than social distancing in nature. Which, I didn’t see many people out there. It was HOT out there, and I did a lot of walking, which I discovered how out of shape the COIVD pandemic has made me. That being said, the pair were excellent and fit so well. There was no riding up; it breathed and gave me such great support.
These briefs are well made. The fit and the feel, you can tell it was designed for a bigger guy. A lot of times, brands create the medium and resize from there. This pair seems it was designed just for me. One thing that amazed me is the waistband. It’s not a waistband design, but the construction. The band never dug into me and fit like a pair of underwear should fit. It wasn’t too tight. Some brands the waistband is too tight for the pair. You can tell the guys at Butch thought about their design for all guys and put their love of undies into this pair.
Sizing is always an issue when you are a bigger guy. Not with Butch, they have sizing from Small to XXX-Large. I got an XL, and it fit perfectly! They are based out of Australia and have pretty standard sizing. If you are on the larger side, check out the size guide for the right size. I don’t think you will go wrong by following their guide.
This pair was a classic design but really well made. The sizing and fabric are great. This pair is designed for bigger guys to feel amazing and sexy while wearing. I really loved wearing this pair and plan on wearing them in my regular rotation. They are awesome!
PAIR: Butch Crown Jewel Brief
COLORS: Red, Black, and White
FABRIC: Odour-killing cotton infused with antimicrobial super powers
SIZES: Small – XXX-Large
PRICE: $25.00
This week the pair on sale is the Baskit Light Trunk. This pair is just $12 until midnight.
More coverage than a brief but less than a boxer – that’s the mission of our Baskit trunks. The Light Trunk carries on that tradition with bold new colors and a cotton jersey/ elastane fabric blend that’s soft to the touch – but also 15% lighter than the cotton usually used for men’s underwear. You can have additional coverage and still stay cool with our all new Light Trunk. Super soft. Not too think. That’s the Baskit Light Collection.
PAIR: Baskit Light Trunk
COLORS: Grey, Orange, Red, and Purple
FABRIC: 95% Cotton Jersey/5% Elastane
SIZES: Small – X-Large
PRICE: $12 Today only
X marks the spot with the new 2EROS. The NEW X-Series is driven by passion and seduced by the night. Check it out on the 2EROS site.
Dazzling blue fine lace made in Italy for luxurious men’s lingerie.
Playing between transparency and opacity, the blue lace of Dillys collection will sublime your body. Thanks to its bright color you will be captivated by the way it highlight all skin tones.
The extremely light Italian lace brings softness and comfort to the Dillys underwear collection. Its baroque patterns give the whole a sweet romantic touch that takes us into a universe of sensuality.
Let yourself be captivated by this luxurious collection and its haute couture style.
Dillys collection comprises six different underwear styles and a T-shirt. The Dillys underwear comes in String Striptease, String Bikini, Hipster Push-Up, V boxer Push-Up, Short Lounge, and a Push-Up Brief. This elegant T-Shirt can be worn as a set with Dillys underwear or can be worn with trousers for an outdoor outfit.
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RAW STUDIO BLACK-OPS JOCKSTRAP SALE – 30% OFF THE WORKS
Gear up in something unique instead of some mass-marketed jocks that everyone has. Get 30% off this unique collection of hand-crafted jockstraps (and harnesses) from Raw Studio. We’ve got all sorts of hot new Raw Studio gear heading your way so we’re making room on our shelves and clearing out last years designs.
Embrace the dark side with Raw Studio’s Black Ops collection. This practically exclusive collection of jocks are made with leather, neoprene and some of the slickest modern-day fabrics with unique detailing all designed to show off your full potential. It’s a collection that’s as much fetish as it is club and perfect for your next Black Party, New Years Eve Bash or other Black Tie Event.
There are ten jockstraps and strapless jocks available in this collection and too many to get into all the specific details here in this newsletter so just head to our website to check them out and snag them before they’re gone for good.
What we love most is the leather jocks are made with Keoto leather. This leather is remarkable in that it’s as soft as lamb’s leather but it’s cow hide so it’s super strong. The inside of the leather feels like a very soft suede – your boys are going to love being in these jocks. Besides leather, some are made with a unique leatherette PVC, slick rubber-like polyurethane and a variety of mesh fabrics that go from subtly see-through to fully see-through.
Along with the jockstraps there are also three solid and mesh strapless jocks (Raw Studio calls them “socks”) – they’re simple yet ingenious consisting of a waistband and suspended pouch and nothing else. Think jockstrap without the leg straps. With a super contoured pouch and a short cut elastic, together they form a cup with a small opening to cradle your boys to perfection, the elastic sits high behind the balls. The best part is because there’s no straps pulling the pouch down, you’re able to hang naturally and free with an awesome bulge
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One thing that N2N Bodywear does that is amazing is to find prints. The newest print in their line up is the Broadway Print. I chose the bikini to showcase but it comes in the bikini, brief, trunk, jock, and thong. Check out this new line before it’s gone.
Box Menswear provided the Total Comfort Lounge Leggings for review. All opinions are that of the reviewer and are not influenced by Box Menswear.
Rating: 9.4/10 (Average of the ratings below
- Daily Fit: 10/10
- Sizing: 9/10
- Construction: 10/10
- Styling: 9/10
- Daily Performance: 9/10
Pros: Comfort, Fabric Performance
Cons: Limited color options, Need to be worn under something in public
During the last few years, I’ve really gotten into leggings. My collection of them may not be growing as quickly as my underwear collection, but slowly I continue to add more to my collection. Therefore, I was obviously excited to have the opportunity to try the Total Comfort Lounge Leggings from Box Menswear.
I appreciate the straightforward name of these leggings, and found they really live up to their name. They are totally comfortable and they are prefect for lounging around.
The bamboo fabric of these leggings make them not only comfortable, but functional as well. The fabric absorbs moisture so it will wick away the sweat in the summer and help keep your body warm in the winter. The perfect fabric for year-round use. These certainly could be used for workouts or running, due to the fabric and the cuffs around the ankles to keep them in place. However, the white fabric is pretty translucent and will show anything you have on (or don’t have on) underneath. Because of that, you will likely need to throw some shorts over these if you plan to wear them out of the house. I’m not a fan of the shorts over leggings look, so I’ll stick to lounging around the house in these.
For sizing, I usually order Medium when it comes to leggings, and found that was the best choice for these. Just as a frame of reference, I found I should size down one size in Box Menswear underwear, but I think when it comes to their leggings, you’re best to stick to your usual sizing.
I am really glad that I had the opportunity to give these leggings a try. I can tell that I will get a lot of use out of them. The comfort level is fantastic an I really love the bamboo fabric. I hope Box Menswear expands some of the color options. I think some darker colors might make these more functional outside of the home, without having to throw shorts over.
PAIR: Box Menswear Total Comfort Lounge Leggings
COLORS: White, Grey
FABRIC: 95% Bamboo 5% Spandex
SIZES: S-XL
COST: $60
We have a lot of fun doing the podcast! We have a great group of guys that like to sit around and discuss all things undies. We have also been hearing from a lot of you guys you love listening and that things we say resonates and you aren’t the only guy who feels that way.
That feedback is amazing to hear. It makes the show that much more fun to do and put out for you guys. We have a number you can either leave a message for us, that we could play on the show, or you could text us on it. That number is 678-561-4866.
We look forward to hearing from you guys!!!
L’Homme Invisible is a company that is really making a name for itself. Based in Paris they are really defining men’s lingerie. Their designs are sexy but not over the top. Make sure you check them out.
There are two things you guys love, the first is thongs. The second is anything made of mesh. BodyAware has mixed these two into one! The new Mesh Thong is perfect for the mesh and thong lover in you.
The thong comes in four different colors! They are Black, Yellow, Cerise, and Blue. The black is a lot more see-through than the other colors, for those who want to show a bit more off. If you don’t go with some of the lighter colors.
This is what BodyAware says about the thong:
Handsomely constructed thong made from a very soft transparent mesh fabric. The mesh has a four-way stretch, so it moves with you allowing for a fresh and comfortable feel all day long. The comfortable front pouch seam is shaped to make the most of your contours and the thong back allows plenty of movement. Turned-over elasticated edges.
Shaped and contoured pouch front
Thong back
90% Nylon / 10% Spandex
Machine or hand wash
Imported for Body Aware
The Mesh Thong is available in the BodyAware store for $20.
RAW STUDIO BLACK-OPS JOCKSTRAP SALE – 30% OFF THE WORKS
Get 30% off this unique collection of hand-crafted jockstraps (and harnesses) from Raw Studio. We’ve got all sorts of hot new Raw Studio gear heading your way so we’re making room on our shelves and clearing out last years designs.
Embrace the dark side with Raw Studio’s Black Ops collection. This practically exclusive collection of jocks are made with leather, neoprene and some of the slickest modern-day fabrics with unique detailing all designed to show off your full potential. It’s a collection that’s as much fetish as it is club and perfect for your next Black Party, New Years Eve Bash or other Black Tie Event.
There are ten jockstraps and strapless jocks available in this collection and too many to get into all the specific details here in this newsletter so just head to our website to check them out and snag them before they’re gone for good.
What we love most is the leather jocks are made with Keoto leather. This leather is remarkable in that it’s as soft as lamb’s leather but it’s cow hide so it’s super strong. The inside of the leather feels like a very soft suede – your boys are going to love being in these jocks. Besides leather, some are made with a unique leatherette PVC, slick rubber-like polyurethane and a variety of mesh fabrics that go from subtly see-through to fully see-through.
Along with the jockstraps there are also three solid and mesh strapless jocks (Raw Studio calls them “socks”) – they’re simple yet ingenious consisting of a waistband and suspended pouch and nothing else. Think jockstrap without the leg straps. With a super contoured pouch and a short cut elastic, together they form a cup with a small opening to cradle your boys to perfection, the elastic sits high behind the balls. The best part is because there’s no straps pulling the pouch down, you’re able to hang naturally and free with an awesome bulge
Shop at Jockstrap Central.
Male Power is a fan favorite of you guys who read UNB. The brand just released a new collection, Check out al the new pairs on the UNB Store.
Box Menswear furnished the Men’s Red Jockstrap for review. All opinions are that of the reviewer
Rating: 8/10 (Average of the ratings below)
- Daily Fit: 7/10
- Sizing: 10/10
- Construction: 8/10
- Styling: 5/10
- Daily Performance: 8/10
Pros: Construction, Sizing
Cons: Style, Pouch, Price
Box Menswear is a brand I’ve seen a lot of on social media, yet I had not yet tried. I was excited when I received a couple of jocks to try. While I would recommend both, this particular one comes with a more limited recommendation. Read on to understand what I mean.
Let’s start with the good…this jock held up well for a workout. It checked off the boxes for me for being comfortable and keeping everything in place. That said, where it lacks for me is in design. It’s a very simple and basic design, which isn’t my taste. There just isn’t anything, desig- wise, in this jock that really stands out among a sea of jock brands. That makes me feel the price point is a little high for such a basic design.
As far as construction goes, this is a solidly constructed jock, sure to stand up to lots of workouts over time. The straps around the butt were pretty comfortable (which isn’t always the case with jocks). The area where I encountered some issues was with the pouch. While everything fit, I felt as if my equipment was being flattened. This would be a jock I’d wear to the gym, but not one I’d wear in the bedroom if I were trying to make an impression with my package. That said, the cotton fabric of the pouch itself is comfortable, so it really depends on what activities you plan for this jock.
Now let’s take a minute to discuss sizing. I always recommend that guys pay attention to size charts as they can vary from brand to brand. This is certainly the case for Box Menswear. I usually wear a size medium and likely would have ordered that had I not paid attention to the size chart. Turns out that I actually needed to order down a size too small! So if you’re someone who feels a little self-conscious about your weight, Box Menswear might make you feel just a little bit better!
Overall, this jock is okay. It doesn’t really excite me, but it’s solid for a workout. I think this jock would appeal more to a guy looking for function over fashion. It holds up well for a workout and is comfortable, so give it a try if the style catches your eye.
PAIR: Box Menswear Mens Red Jockstrap
COLORS: Red, White, Black
FABRIC: 92% Cotton, 8% Spandex
SIZES: XS-XXL (30″-40″)
COST: $30
