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We get a chance to tell you guys about a GREAT Australia swimwear brand AussieTogs. They are doing some cool things I think you guys should know about. Including their one piece swimwear for men. Here is our Interview.

Can you tell our readers a little bit about your brand, if they aren’t familiar with it? 

We have been selling men’s swimwear since the umbrella Boobah swimwear since 2004 as a Men’s category. The range then was basic briefs, speedos, trunks, muscle singlets but that was all that was needed then.

In  2009 we found the need for splitting the tiny bikinis from Boobah swimwear- so we established Sunbabe swimwear website and specialised it for micro bikinis and one pieces

We also found that each website had a different audience so we had to sell the Men’s range on “Sunbabe swimwear” as well as Boobah

However we were gradually getting requests for smaller briefs then thong and g string so and by public demand we started filling that gap

What made you start a men’s swimwear brand? 

It got to a point where it was impossible to market the men’s on both websites as well as maintaining it, so Aussie togs was born early 2018- by the time the trade mark was patented it was October 2018 when Aussie togs became independent and on its own, so then the customers that were buying the product from the previous 2 websites were then re-directed to the new landing- and so new social media pages were created and it took off from there effortlessly because of the mother label Boobah that was established 20 years ago, which Aussie togs is a part of and made in the same factory as well as Sunbabe

What sets your brand apart from other swim brands on the market? 

Renowned for quality. We offer a huge colour range and sizes, open to modifications- offer unlined if they specify in customer note box or have it made in a colour not offered by request. Flexibility

Can you tell us about what your best sellers currently are? 

In the one piece “m800” “m802”

You have an amazing secretion of one piece swimwear for men, what made you design this style for men?

We were running our own retail store up until a couple of years ago and it was by request from one customer at a time basically, since I am always open to filling a gap and designing is my forte

It was music to my ears, every time I created one, we sold it on the web site and more ideas were thrown at me, more requests and there are many more to come

What has been the feedback on this style? 

Repeated orders are the best feedback, guys are really happy that someone out there is creating what they want unselfishly and willing to do more for them!

When I get appreciation like little thank you notes, phone calls and emails it becomes my inspiration. I love designing the men’s range. It has become my passion!

Why do you think men have taken to this style?

Men have been desiring the freedom of wearing thong and g string for a long time I feel they were just waiting for an opening by someone like me and to see other men wearing them has encouraged them the more

So slowly it is evolving in a way to see more and more men on the beach wearing thong without being snubbed!

Who is the guy who will be rocking a one piece this summer?

A guy that wants to stand out from the crowd, also its not just for the beach, body builders would embrace the on piece, bike riders, gym addicts!

Where can guys find you online? 

The tables are turned on Tim, the man behind the podcast is interviewed by Andy! All the questions he asked of all the previous Brief Tales, he gets to answer. Andy does an awesome job in interviewing Tim. It is by far one of Tim’s favorite shows. 

Learn more about Tim and how he got his obsession with Underwaer and led him to start UNB and the UNB Store. 

Follow Tim at: 

instagram.com/unbtim

Twitter.com/unbtime

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Read more at UNB 

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Our initial launch of Bruto jockstraps and tank tops was such a huge success it was a no-brainer to expand the line. In case you don’t know, Bruto (by Estevez) is a collection of sexy essential jocks, briefs and tanks geared to bears, otters, wolves, daddies (and admirers) and joining our existing collection of fun, body-positive gear are 5 new jocks and briefs designs.

First things first: The fabric of both the jocks and briefs are made of a super fast dry fabric that’s incredible, super-soft and feels phenomenal against your boys. Plus, the colors are vibrant using sublimation printing so they don’t fade or crack.

The jockstraps all have a regular-size pouch but they have four-way stretch with more stretch in it’s length than width to accommodate most guys comfortably. With a very masculine looking black two-and-a-half inch wide waistband with the iconic Bruto Bear logo front and center. In back, two comfort one-inch-wide leg straps perfectly frame your ass.

The Briefs are made with panels of fabric. The pouch is contoured and isolated with piping separating it from the rest of the brief. The contouring, along with the piping edging the pouch, you’ll always be sporting your best bulge.

In either the jock or briefs, choose from these fun Bear-centric fabrics:

Teddy Bear: The fabric has repeating teddy bears donned in leather biker’s caps and harnesses against a blue background and edged with black piping.

Kuma Bear: The fabric has repeating illustrated muscle bears, Japanese lettering which I assume means Kuma (bear in English) and also the word BEAR all in black on a light blue background.

Bear Flag: This fabric has stripes in the bear flag colors. While the brief is new, we’ve carried the jockstrap for quite some time.

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Be sure to check out our entire collection of Bruto as you’ll find there are awesome matching tank tops for many of the jocks and briefs

Seaside houses, sunny country side views and small island streets, and cocktails are calling. Thinking about summer plans may be different, but there’s no denying the joy of wearing something fresh and summery is also on our mind. Certain pieces make you feel like you’re on vacation, even if you’re not and that is the purpose of the Net Trap line. Let’s bring the vacation to wherever we are this summer and let’s make sure to have an awesome time! 

The Net Trap line comprises of Boxers, Briefs, Jockstraps, Shirts, Shorts, Tanga Briefs & Tanktop

MeUndies has been one of the most innovative underwear companies of the past few years. And, just a few weeks ago, they announced a huge update that I personally couldn’t be more thrilled about: they are now selling jockstraps and thongs. Yes, you heard that right.

I don’t think the brand gets nearly enough acclaim on this blog and among folks in what I would call “the underwear world,” but this hopefully will change that. This is a win/win for the brand. More guys who love jocks and thongs might try out the brand, and I wouldn’t be surprised if this gets a lot more guys who are MeUndies fans but who have never tried a jock or thong to branch out. 

As with their boxer briefs and trunks, which are some of my personal favorites, both of these styles feature a no-roll waistband and MicroModal that is breathable and comfortable. 

Both are available in four colors and from S to 4XL. Knowing MeUndies, I wouldn’t be surprised if we get a bunch of new colors and patterns over the next few months. 

20% off coupon using this link. Definitely try out a pair (or ten).

This week’s Baskit $12 Tuesday is Urban Trunk. This amazing pair is just $12 for today only! The offer expires after midnight! So don’t miss out.

City or town?  Going up? Going down? You’re dodging here and there. Life is hectic enough with all the decisions we have to make.

Let our Urban collection make your morning routine simple. It’s the perfect choice and you’re ready for the day no matter what it throws your way. Tailored in carbon black or cotton white with a touch of our signature vermilion orange on our thick waistband and at the seams this collection offers a classic look.

Urban is a solid choice for everything you intend to get done today.

Tried and True…Urban is all you. Made with 95% premium, super soft cotton and 5% elastane for the perfect fit every time.

From the Baskit website about the Urban Line.

I do love Speedos, not just the swim briefs but the brand. I used to wear them years ago when I was on a master’s swim team. One of the new pairs I love from Speedo is the Color-Blocked speedo. I love the width of the sides and the super tight fit that Speedos have, the fabric feels great and I still remember the first time I slid on a pair of Speedos and it blew me away.

One of the most anticipated swimwear collections of the season has just been released! We are talking about the collection for summer 2021 by Spanish brand CODE 22. The first time we laid eyes on it was November last year and we couldn’t wait to see up close the actual garments. The pandemic has pushed back the production of most brands this year and this one was not an exception. The release came almost two months after its initial schedule but it’s worth the wait!

CODE 22 this year proposes glossy fabrics, shorts that can transform to briefs, vibrant prints and a dash of sexy! Yes, it is a diverse collection so every man will find something that matches his own personal style and aesthetic. It is certainly a step up from last year’s collection of CODE 22 but with one thing in common, this one is also made in a very limited run! So have a look at the products below and if you like what you see, visit the men’s swimwear department of our shop and order yours right away!

Choose among the Racer Briefs (swim briefs in navy blue with a red back, red and white detailing and a mesh asymmetrical panel on one side), the Paradise Shorts (swim shorts in one of he most beautiful prints we have even seen in men’s swimwear and featuring the trademark Curl-Up technology of CODE 22 that allows it to wear loose or rolled up as briefs), the Lace Up navy Briefs and Lace Up charcoal Briefs (low rise briefs in a glossy fabric with quick release, metallic buckles on either side) the Basic navy Swim Shorts and the Basic green Swim Shorts (swim shorts in either navy blue or turquoise-green with rounded sides, contrasting details and the Curl-Up technology)

To extend the life of your CA-RIO-CA Sunga Co. swimwear Follow this Instructions * Rinse with cold water after each use to remove any chlorine, salt water, or lotions. * Wash on delicate cycle or hand wash only * Lay flat to dry. * Avoid direct sunlight when drying Para estender a vida de seu SUNGA seguir esta Instruções * Lavar com água fria depois de cada uso para remover qualquer cloro, água salgada, ou loções. * Lave em ciclo delicado ou mão lavar única * Lay plana para secar. * Evite luz solar direta durante a secagem Instruction by model Ricardo Baldin @rbaldin (Vision Models LA @visionlosangeles ) This video brought to you by CA-RIO-CASunga Co. cariocawear.comSHOW LESS

When you think of Speedo, Olympic swimmers come to mind, or at least competitive swimmers. Note, you can’t use the term “Speedo” to cover all swim briefs. But I won’t give a lesson on Copywrite protection. But they have always focused just on competitive swimming and rarely stepped outside of that box.

Speedo started a new campaign for their Vibe collection. Their message is, “you can wear your practice suits outside of the pool.” I feel the only time they step outside of this box is for the Solar suits. If you aren’t familiar, the solar suits are bikini cut with one-inch sides. I know many of our readers love this suit.

I think Speedo could market some of their suits for people outside of the lap pool. More guys are wearing smaller swimwear. I like the classic Speedo suits. I think they look good on many different body types. Especially beefy guys, the 3-inch sides, I believe, are a good look.

The new campaign I initially saw in a video on Facebook. The campaign is focused on friends at a day at the beach rather than performance. This got me thinking, why hasn’t Speedo ever done this type of campaign before, or why haven’t they created a fun collection for the beach?

First, they have the money to do such a campaign. They have been around for over 50 years and are a staple in the world of swimming. Next, Speedo could use the same designs and use different and fun fabric featuring bolder colors and prints. Third, the collection could be a limited edition for summer. Lastly, if the campaign is successful making it a yearly campaign with new, limited edition designs each summer.

These are just some of my thoughts, curious to hear some of yours. Leave a comment

Till Tuesday the UNB Store has Pikante, Clever, and Candyman on sale! No codes are needed for this sale. The sale includes several pairs from our Pikante shoot (pic above, featuring Andrew & Martin and shot by Taylor Campbell). You can also get some new lace and lingerie from Candyman. Or if you are more of a classic guy we have Clever on sale as well. Check out our 15% off Sale and our limited quantities that are 35% off.

Cocksox has dropped their new collection called Florida Collection. “Featuring a vibrant palette of bright pastel tones and nostalgic prints, the Florida Collection evokes the vintage vibes of cabanas, sunsets, and cocktails.” This is a great collection for summer. The colors and prints are just a lot of fun and very much Florida-inspired.

For the very first time we’ve combined the flattering comfort of our classic boxer with the trademark enhancing support of our legendary briefs. The CX94 Boxer Brief brings the two together in one luxurious design, while the extra room in the pouch will give your day a refreshing lift.

And the Cocksox Waistband Brief gets a stylish update with contrast colour binds on the leg openings. The thicker binds on the CX03BD also give a more secure fit on the legs, so no riding up when you’re on the go.

Alongside the two new styles, the Florida Collection is also available in five classic Cocksox cuts:-
CX68N Trunk – Skimpy trunks with high-cut sides and the Contour Pouch out front
CX76N Sports Brief – Ultimate comfort for the active man
CX05 Thong – Minimal coverage out back, maximum enhancing comfort out front
CX01 Brief – The original Cocksox design, enhancing Original Pouch and classic brief style
CX21N Jockstrap – Supplex fabric, Original Pouch, and an extra-wide waistband for ultimate support

If you want this new swimwear line, don’t worry. This fun line is available in several different swimwear styles. Briefs, trunks, or thongs – whatever your swimwear of choice, it’s available.