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Are you a big fan of Male Power? They have a new line called Iron Clad. They always make really interesting and fun styles. We thik many of you guys would love it. Here is what they say about the new line:

‘IRON CLAD’ IS FORGED FOR THE IRON MAN. Iron Clad looks hard and feels soft. The latest underwear fashion from Male Power is tailor-made for the powerful male. Made from a high tech material with rubber like qualities, this garment is ultra thin and pliable. It is made with lightweight, breathable poly spandex to ensure comfort. The fabric has a subtle texturized pattern and a sleek, polished finish. Contrasting black mesh pouches with extending inserts circle the hips and rear. A color coordinated essential waistband completes this industrial, minimalist masterpiece.

Three popular body types are available: Iron Clad Short, Iron Clad Bikini and Iron Clad Thong. All are available for immediate delivery. Add a little iron to your intimate apparel. Iron Cladis mucho macho and hot as molten steel.

If you love this pair and want to get it, check out the Male Power site! It’s a super fun collection
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One brand that really impresses me is Walden Athletic. They are taking sustainability to a new level. If you’re very eco-aware, this is a brand you need to check out.

Here is a brief overview of the brand:

Each year humans discard over 8 million tons of plastic into the ocean.  The damage wrought on marine life is vast and varied, killing species at all levels of the food chain due to starvation, suffocation, poisoning, and entanglement in debris.  Because ecosystems are interconnected, this affects not only wildlife, but also vulnerable human communities.  The destruction is unsustainable and it’s time we put a stop to it.

At Walden Outdoor Athletic, we manufacture swimwear, activewear, and accessories using textiles produced from recycled plastics.  We aim to divert plastic waste from polluting waterways and instead use this material to produce durable and meaningful goods.  We believe there is power in community and that we must rally to make an impact.  We want you with us in this effort.

The skull and pine represented in our logo contrasts the transience of man against the longevity of nature.  Wear these emblems as a badge of honor and symbol of solidarity.  The time for action is now, let’s do it together.

We got to ask them a few questions:

So what made you start your own swimwear line? Also, why did you add in a sustainable element to the brand?

The idea to focus on sustainability and environmentalism actually preceded that of creating a swimwear line.  Our environment, especially the ocean, is in a precarious situation that many see as a make or break moment for the planet so it seems imperative to me that new products and services keep sustainability in mind.  I think this is the way of doing business in the future and that consumers will come to expect environmental responsibility in everything that they buy.

It wasn’t until around May of 2017 that we came up with the idea of doing swimwear.  One morning I was swimming on an island in Greece and began to notice that garbage washing in from the ocean was floating all around me.  After a couple days thinking about this and basically living in only a swimsuit it struck me that the exact garment I was wearing could be a way of addressing the problem.  I was familiar with fabric produced from recycled plastic but hadn’t seen any men’s swimwear made from it.  After a lot of searching we were fortunate enough to find a reputable supplier producing high quality (designed for competitive swimming) fabric from recycled PET.   After a couple months of patternmaking and testing fits we had our first samples for the Club Brief and Club Trunk.

What has the response to the line been from your customers? Are you finding guys are after recycled material? Who do you consider your customer? 

The response has been very encouraging! We have only been in business since March so we have a lot of work to do in really getting to know our customer and making sure he knows about our brand and what it stands for. From what we have seen so far though, the guys who are wearing Waldens are very engaged in problem solving, whether in social issues or environmental issues or politics and beyond. That’s something we absolutely love about our customers. Our hope is to build a real sense of community around the brand with lots of like-minded guys sporting the skull and pine. It’s what we mean when we say to wear our logo as a badge of honor and symbol of solidarity.

Check out the brand at the Walden Athletic site.

Andrew Christian furnished the Unicorn Rainbow Brief for review. All opinions of the review are my own and were not influenced by any brand.

Rating: 8/10 (Average of the ratings below)

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

Pros:

  • Made with the Almost Naked Pouch!!
  • Super fun whimsical print
  • Amazingly soft material

Cons:

  • Some guys may not like the print, it maybe too cartoonish for them
  • The waistband is for waistband lovers
  • I”m not sure it’s a gym pair.

UNB Tim recommendation: If you want a pair that’s super fun and over the top this is it. It’s made with one of my favorite pouches. If you like super fun undies this is for you, if you don’t you may want to skip it but I think it’s AMAZING

Andrew Christian has been making some super fun pairs lately. One that I had my eye on was the Rainbow Unicorn Brief. So when we got to review it, I was super happy about it. I have really enjoyed the Almost Naked line for a few years and love to see it come in amazing prints. This one is one of the best. I mean rainbows and unicorns!!!!

I wore this pair to work. I felt I needed something super fun one day. It was going to be a stressful day and wearing unicorns would make the day better. Well that, the fabric and Almost Naked pouch. The fabric in the new lines they have been releasing have been amazing. It’s super soft and breathes throughout the day. Match that with an amazing pouch and it’s a pretty good pair.

The sizing with AC is pretty consistant. The biggest problem I have had with them over the years is the leg openings. If you have bigger thighs, they can be super tight depending on the pair. This has happened to me in the past. Luckily, this pair didn’t have that issue.

One bonus to this pair is the waistband. The band is black with silver AC name written in it. I mean come on, unicorns without silver!! It’s pretty much a no brainer and one of the reasons I like this pair!! It’s over the top with the print so go ahead and push it over as far as you can go!!!

Modus Vivendi proudly presents the Fetish Line. If you enjoy a fetish lifestyle or you are a mere pleasure seeker then the Fetish Line will urge you to revive your fantasies and give into lust. Accept your sexual deviations and embrace the Modus Vivendi Fetish Line. Not to be extreme or provocative but to give into the symbolic expression of eroticisms. Get out of the shadows and celebrate your sexuality. The Fetish line can definitely ensure a whole night of pleasure with sassy bedroom games. What are you waiting for? The Fetish line comprises of Brief, Boxer, Bottomless, Jockstrap and Singlet. The Modus Vivendi Fetish underwear available in the four most common fetish colors: yellow, red, white and blue, all come with a striped matching waistband. This underwear sits low around your waist, is super comfortable offering minimal coverage, has the new stylish MV logo on the waistband and a flattering pouch. The perfect fit and the soft cotton elastane fabric makes this brief very sexy and hot; ideal for daily use, for your workout and definitely for all your private moments in and out of home. Credits Underwear: Modus Vivendi Photographer: Joan Crisol @joancrisolphoto Model: Ele San Mi @ele_sanmi, Gabriell Boss @gabriell_boss, Yesu Toro @yesutoro Video: @nd2producciones Location: Old Jail of Segovia, Spain

As we finally get some fall temps up here in the States, Australia is about to enter summer. Aussie brand Sluggers is releasing some cool new pairs. One in particular that caught my eye was the new Cherry Bomb. It makes you wish we had a longer summer (but only to rock this on a beach), but I guess we still have Miami, San Diego and Hawaii!

The new print is just super fun. I think Australian brands have a lot more fun with patterns and prints. They all seem like they love to have fun and not take things so seriously. I think Sluggers is one brand that really does prints and patterns very well. They range from the traditional to the fun.

Another awesome thing about Sluggers is it’s available in three different styles. The Classic, Deetees, and Racer back. That means you can get the same print in different cuts. One thing that I hate is when you find the perfect print and it’s not in your favorite style. Sluggers you can get the bigger cut, regular and smaller , as I like to say.

Check out the Cherry Bomb and all the new styles at Sluggers! You won’t be disappointed.

We love Sean Alexander! If you didn’t hear the Brief Talk Podcast with Sean go listen now! He’s an amazing guy who has a bright future in the world of underwear. If you have wanted to try the Sean Alexander underwear we have a discount code good till the end of October! Use code NEWSBRIEFS to get 20% off your order! What’s not to love about that. Check out his new line!

UNB bought the Ergowear Max Mesh Jock for review, it was not furnished for review. All opinions of the review are my own and were not influenced by any brand. .

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:

  • The max pouch is amazing in support and fit
  • The mesh fabric felt great all day and kept me cool
  • One of the most amazing fits in a pair of underwear and in the all time top 3 jocks I have ever worn

Cons:

  • Not for you if you don’t love jocks
  • Leg Straps can roll when putting on like with most jocks.
  • May enhance your bulge, which could be good or bad depending on where you wear

UNB Tim recommendation: If you love jocks this is a MUST have for your drawer. It’s especially true if you love to wear them during strenuous activities and have something fashionable. Even if you don’t it’s perfect for everyday wear in hot climates or anywhere! I think every guy should own one. This is an amazing pair!!!

It’s no secret that Ergowear is one of my favorite brands. Their pouches are some of the best on the market. My personal favorites are the X3D and Max because I love the way they fit. The Feel pouch is a bit loose for my taste. Ergowear released the Max Mesh line and I knew I had to have some. This review is the jock but I also go the long boxer brief (yes I got a boxer brief).

I wore these to work on a hot day. It’s fall here in ATL but it’s still 80-90 degree days. When I slid this pair on, I was like “WOW, I am loving this fit.” The pouch was just what I love. It was tight and held everything in place. Mix that with the mesh fabric that kept me cool all day and WOW. As I went through the day I would constantly go “I can’t believe how great this pair feels all day.” I don’t know if it gave me bulge and extra boost or not but I didn’t care as well as this pair fit.

The mesh fabric is the star of this pair. It will keep you cool throughout the day. It’s perfect for working out and being active. Or, if you’re like me in a hotter climate it’s a great every day pair. The Ergowear site says “you’ll feel fully-supported and dry all day long” and this is 100% true. If you’re curious, the fabric is 89% Polyester, 11% Spandex mesh fabric

I would say that Ergowear has one of the best size charts in the business. If you follow it you’ll be fine. Their sizing is pretty consistent over the last few years. Before you buy any underwear check the sizing. I got an Xl and it fit really well. I can’t recall any times when I heard of sizing issues. So once you buy you should feel confident in buying in the future.

This jock is in the top 3 of my favorite jocs, EASY. The fit and feel impressed me big time. I couldn’t get over how well the pouch felt all day. The breathability of the fabric and the color. I got the Blue! This is perfect for any active guy but hell any guy that loves jocks. This is getting the rare 10 out of 10 from me. I am going to buy the whole line and can’t wait to review the Max Mesh boxer briefs now!! I HIGHLY recommend this piar

PAIR: Ergowear Max Mesh Jockstrap
COLORS: Cooling (blue) or Boiling (Red)
FABRIC: 89% Polyester, 11% Spandex mesh fabric
SIZES: Small – XL

COST: $25.82

The High Tech line has its roots to the urban youth culture, influenced by city architecture and the present modern lifestyle, provides a clean style.

The Modus Vivendi High Tech line draws together urban design and city men, creating a vision for modern fashion. Inspired by the connection between people and places, this line has a passion for city life, celebrating minimalism and clean cut lines, with an abstract feeling. The contemporary urban culture is eminent in all garments of this line, resulting in stylish, attractive, functional clothing.

The High Tech line comprises of Bottomless, Jockstrap, Tanga Brief, Classic Brief, Boxer, Tanktop & Meggings.

The Modus Vivendi High Tech underwear is available in black and white has a latex printed waistband with the original Modus Vivendi logo on it. The main body of the underwear is made of matt latex look elastic fabric; with modern lines it presents a very attractive and functional undergarment. This minimal underwear is ideal for elegant sports people or streetwear fashionistas.

The Modus Vivendi High Tech underwear line is available from €27.25


Credits
Underwear: 
Modus Vivendi
Photographer: Panos Misailidis @panos.misailidis
Model: Andreas Raftis
@andreasraftis

Video: Panos Mansalis @freshvideo.gr
Location: Thessaloniki – Greece

We are starting to do more body positivity posts. This is Santana, formally known as “Santanaa89” project he did. Here is what he says about it 
I then created my first project on my movement called The “Body Empowerment” movement. I gathered 13 brave souls to embrace their bodies to show everyone how it feels and looks to love yourself even when others think differently. It is time to break the standards of beauty and show the world what beauty reallllllllly means! I have provided some photos from my first project in which was a very successful one with the helping hand of YOCISCO. 

We got a chance to interview the two great guys behind Dark Room Collection about their new brand!

I have followed you guys on Instagram for a long time. What made you start Dark Room?

A. Thank you! It all started with a calendar of Paul and just happened to make it set in a Dark Room with a very sexual theme and called the calendar… Dark Room… from there we sold artwork and then onto t-shirts and now branched into fetish gear!

What has been the reaction from your Instagram followers about the brand?

A. Very positive. We never expected the brand to grow so quick and to sell to so many different countries, it really shows how far your reach can be from social media! We really owe our followers a lot and we try to give back with extra special customer care!

Dark Room has a fetish spin, what do you guys offer currently?

A. We have just released our jock straps which was always number 1 on the list of things we wanted to release. We also have 3 different types of harnesses and a brand new mesh crop top with many other fetish gear in the works!

The Dark Room jock is a great jock. What separates this jock from others on the market?

A. Paul wears a jock strap daily. So we took what he loves from all different types of jock straps to create in our eyes the perfect fitting jock! The design was Andres and comfort was approved by Paul!

Are you guys going to branch out into thongs or briefs in the future?

A. A brief will be released in the next few weeks (think end of October / beginning of Nov) and thongs definitely!

You two are the models for the brand as well. Why do you think it’s important for you two to be the face of the brand as well?

A. We wanted to make stuff we would wear ourselves. So showing us wearing them I think was very important. Why make stuff you would not wear yourself? We will definitely branch out and use other models in the future but keep us as the main faces!

What influences your collection and creation of new items?

A. Normally fetish gear we have already or had in the past that fits us well but needed to be adjusted to have our spin on it!

Is there someone famous you would love to see wearing your gear? Or has someone famous already worn your gear?

A. We would hate to pick just one! All famous fans welcome to the Dark Room! 😉

What advice do you have to guys wanting to wear more fetish gear, who are hesitant to start wearing it?

A. Embrace your sexuality! We definitely try to cater to bigger guys with our sizes. We want all body sizes to feel sexy.!

Where can guys find your gear and follow you on social media?

A. DarkRoomCollection.com & @darkroombrand on instagram – personal instagrams are @djpjm1 & @thesan_edin

We have relaunched our Brief Talk Podcast. We have been having a great time, but we are looking to add a straight guy or guys to our panel discussions. I know we have plenty of straight readers, why not join in on the fun with the podcast! We definitely want a straight point of view.

If you think you have what it takes to join in on the fun, email us! You just need a passion and point of view about underwear. And no you don’t have to be a thong lover to join!! So hit us up and join in on the fun with UNB Tim, Andy and Erik!!

Luxury meets bold style in the all-new Teamm8 AERIAL BRIEF. A superior quality Mesh paneled brief supported by a full coverage pouch and trim all set off with a sublime metallic waistband. Be sexy, be stylish and enjoy the ventilation! Available in BLACK, WHITE, ORANGE and TEAL.

Model: Josh Ivory
Instagram: @josh_j_ivory 
Photographer: James Demitri
Instagram: @jamesdemitri
Location: Sydney

I am not the biggest thong guy on UNB. Unlike UNB Ryan and Shawn, it’s not my go-to style for underwear or swimwear. Although, after posting the Skinzwear Stuffit Thong on Thong Thursday a few weeks back, I decided to branch out and give it a try. I mean a pair of thong swimwear for just $20, why to try it.

I reached out to Bikinisnthongs on Twitter and asked him about the pair. He said it was one of his favorite of the Skinzwear thongs. So I was looking forward to it. Now, this is not a review but an overview of my experience with the thong. Being that it’s not my favorite style, my review would differ from others.

My past with thongs is I have worn swim thongs and owned them before. Most of mine were a bit bigger than this one. And they were made of stretchier fabric. With that, I gave the thong an open mind. When the thong arrived and I opened the package I noticed that they have one of the most in-depth care instructions I have ever seen in ordering a pair of swimwear. It tells you the best way to care for the suit in any type of condition. It’s great to see a brand take time to share this info, no wonder so many guys love this brand.

I wore the suit for a few hours as underwear. I didn’t have a place to hang out with them. I was worried the pouch wouldn’t stretch to fit me. I was worried for nothing. I loved the fit of the pouch. The thinner sides were different for me but I liked it. It will take me some time to get used too. But I could wear this at a place where I felt really comfortable. I wouldn’t wear it out like some of the other guys but that’s just me.

If you have been thiking of getting a thong swimsuit, I really recommend Skinzwear. The Stuffit Thong in black is the first one I have had in probably 15 years. Here are reasons to get a thong from Skinzwear. First they have great styles. There are several more than just this one. Next, they have super fun fabrics that are made to order. Lastly, if you want a suit in a particular color, pattern or fabric, they can make it for you. What’s not to love about that!!!

Go check out Skinzwaer.

Did you know there is such a thing as classic swimwear? Well if there is not I’m claiming it now for Australian Brand Smithers Swimwear. Why do I say they are classic? Because they have a great cut that isn’t too small or too large. They have a brief and a trunk cut in three different prints/colors. And the colors are blue/green end of the spectrum. That just says “These are for the regular guy.” Which is a great thing.

The reason I was impressed with them is the styling. It’s hard for me to explain in words here. When I saw it, I went “OMG I must know more about them!” It’s swimwear I could see just about any guy wearing out on the beach, pool, or boat. I’m sorta paraphrasing here but it’s swimwear for gentlemen. They say “Each of the six designs represents a different quality that encapsulates what it means to be a gentleman: Integrity, Modest, Empathetic, Gratitude, Respectful, and Loyal”

I think the reason I love this brand so much is they remind me of the swim briefs when I was growing up. They were more classic colors and to use one of their words “modest.” These aren’t as large as the ones I grew up on, but they aren’t super small either. I think for today’s guy this is a great size. Speaking of size, their sizing is not bad either. I think it will fit the majority of guys. I have my eye on a few pairs I want to rock next year when I get closer to my fitness goal.

I hope you guys will check out this amazing Aussie Brands. I think that the Aussie men’s underwear/swimwear scene is a very diverse one. It ranges from the super sexy to classic and everything in between. From an American perspective we have always seen guys in swim briefs on Bondi Beach, all ages, sizes, and shapes just enjoying the day.

Check out their collection at Smithers Swimwear Site.


This podcast we are joined by model, underwear designer, trainer, and entrepreneur Sean Alexanderr. You have seen him as a model for many brands and had been a fitness model for a few years. In the last year he’s been the CEO of Model Trainers in NYC.

This year he added underwear designer to his list of accomplishments. We got the chance to sit down and talk to him about how he got started modeling. What made him start the underwear brand and more.

Listen to the interview and stay tuned from more from Sean!

Get the underwear at http://www.seanalexanderr.house

Follow Sean and Model Trainers on Instagram:

  • Sean Alexanderr – @seanalexanderr
  • Sean Alexander Underwear @seanalexanderhouse
  • Model Trainer Nick Sandell – @nicksandell
  • Model Trainer Michael Dean – @michaeldean2.0
  • Model Trainers – @modeltrainersnyc

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