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New brands come around every year. Some have an innovative new take on underwear. While others may focus on classics. Either way, we love to share new brands when we find them. here are a few of the new brands from last year we think definitely made a statement. Vote on our UNB 2018 Readers Award Ballot.

Best New Brand

 

The show is over and it was a good day for UNB at the show. I was accompanied by The Thonged Ginger. We met with Tulio, Skull & Bones, UnderJeans, Ginch Gonch, Cocksox, 2EROs, Olaf Benz, Man Store, Gregg Homme, and Freedom Reigns, now known as FR. It was a full day! I say that because I only now get one day at the show rather than the entire week

We had an issue with registration for the first time ever. We went to the Press registration and was told we didn’t have access to the Project Show. Being calm I was like “WHAT?” I register about a month out of the show and get a confirmation. They were about to send us to another area when they contacted the PR person and found out we were good to be press.

Here are some of the highlights. I won’t go into a lot of detail because when new lines are coming out we will write them up.

  • 2EROS turns 10 this year! They will be revisiting some classic 2EROS from the first year and release some amazing prints in swimwear (not like that’s a surprise)
  • Tulio is sending us some lace, Tulio is known for doing some great stuff in swim and underwear but he’s sending us lace to review. One of his biggest sellers currently
  • SKull & Bones really impressed me with their gear. The prints are just amazing. Just wait to you see whats coming up next for them. Super fun and it’s for the print lover
  • Olaf Benz and Manstore – These now have a US distributor! This was one of the most exciting things of the entire show. SO many guys love both brands but having to order from overseas makes it difficult to get. Not anymore. We will be informing you where and how you can get both of these
  • UnderJeans continue to make amazing swimwear. Which will come soon and super fun work out wear? Just in case you forgot they have rebranded from Junk UnderJeans
  • Ginch Gonch, you thought they were gone, didn’t you? They have something very classic coming up. It caught my eye in their booth.
  • Cocksox has a new Italian mesh line that is out now. I saw the email go out on Thursday. More on that next week. They have some amazing new colors in swimwear! I think you guys are going to go crazy for the mesh.
  • FR (Freedom Reigns) is all about workout wear and swimwear. They have some underwear but shifted the focus for the brand. The new gear looks amazing. Also, I have one hint of something in the line. Flamingos. That’s all I’m saying.
  • Wood Underwear – They have new prints coming out and later this year a color you don’t see a lot of in men’s underwear. Which I personally loved.
  • Gregg Homme lastly is the brand I needed to catch up with. They continue to amaze me and create super fun underwear. I got to see the new line, the first time in two years. They do amazing undies.

Some Show takeaways

  • The attendance on the last day seemed to be down. I’m not sure if this was just what was happening or me missing the other days.
  • Fewer brands go every year. There were the brands above. I remember where there were 27+ brands. Many are seeing it more advantageous to do everything online.
  • Placement of the brands varies. Last show they had a great location and this time they were back in the corner again.

I love Vegas and the shows. No telling what the future will hold.

It’s time to Vote for your favorite swimwear. Each year we see more and more brands making amazing swimwear. This year was no different. We hope you guys took out Swim Brief or Swim Thong challenge. It seems more are taking the swim thong! Either way, it’s great guys are wearing some awesome swimwear. Make sure you VOTE on our UNB 2018 Reader Awards ballot.

Best Swimwear

Fetishwear is going mainstream! We have some amazing fetish brands that we cover. We hope you have taken the chance to check them out and wear their gear. Also, A new category this year is Spandex. It’s growing in singlets and runners. I would have done a singlet category but the last time I tried that we didn’t have enough to fill it. Now we have a good mix of gear. Make sure you go vote at our UNB 2018 Reader Awards Ballot.

Best Fetish Brand

Best Spandex Gear, Link

Go Vote!

As you have noticed this week, the guys are writing about confidence and underwear. The reason I did this post topic this week is everyone has a different story. Confidence comes in many ways. Through good and bad experiences. I”m not going to write a history on how it gives me confidence. I feel I have done that many times here. You can go back and read some archived posts on that.

I want to talk about current confidence. As I am right now I’m not happy where I am physical. I think I’m the biggest I have ever been in my life. There are many factors that have lead to where I am. Which I am dealing with and getting to the point where I want to make changes. It’s a lifestyle change that I need to make. I made it before and got depressed and it all went to hell. A lot of things are changing for the better and I’m starting to focus on health.

Right now underwear makes me feel great because I can fit in it and feel great. Being a bigger size right now there are a ton of undies out there that don’t fit me. Pairs I currently own and certain brands don’t go above 36-inch waist. When I slide on a pair of Cocksox, Ergowear, or Obviously. I get that great pouch and I feel like I did when I was a 31 waist when I was 19 or 20. It reinforces I can still feel good at any size. I think all guys should feel this way. Not just the small and mediums out there.

It also serves as a way for me to get motivated to get back in shape. I see pairs in my drawer and want to wear them. I know the only way to do that is to make those changes. After I start my journey back, It will be a regular feature here. I think we all need motivation and someone in your corner to cheer you on. I hope I can inspire other guys as well. I’m not going to go from out of shape to a bodybuilder. But rather a good weight and healthy.

This is my story. If it resonates and you feel the same reach out!

Where would the world of underwear/swimwear be without models? They give us something to aspire too when we have seen the pics. They sometimes are the reason we buy the pair. We want to look that damn good in the undies. Here are the guys we think look amazing in underwear. To vote go to our UNB 2018 Reader Awards Ballot.

Best Underwear Model

  • Andres Alfaro, Garçon Model
  • Eric Turner, Oryx
  • James Colebrook, Curb Wear
  • Jeremy Douillé, L’Homme Invisible
  • Michael Dean, Aronik
  • Nick Mascardo, Andrew Christian
  • Nick Sandell, Aronik
  • Will Allan, Sluggers

Go VOTE!

Briefs and Bikinis are some of the most popular styles for most of our readers. We have some great pairs you can vote on! These are our nominations of the Best Briefs and Bikinis for 2017. To vote go to our UNB 2018 Reader Awards Ballot.

Best Brief

Best Bikini

 

Have you voted yet? Are you a fan of thongs? If you answered yes to either question you need to Vote every day till next Wednesday! You get one vote per email. Here are the thong Nominations. Go vote at our UNB Reader Awards Ballot.

Best Thong

IT’S READER AWARDS TIME! When you guys get to vote on the favorite pairs from last year! The ballot is now Live at the UNB 2018 Reader Awards Page!

Here are the Nominees. Don’t worry the Page and Ballot have all the pics!

Best Brief

  • AussieBum, Riot, https://www.aussiebum.com/underwear/riot-brief-white/2279
  • Bluebuck, Navy Blue/White, https://www.bluebuck.net/en/nautical/54-mens-underwear-organic-cotton-navy-brief-white-stripes.html
  • Curb Wear, Enhance 1 Brief, https://www.curbwear.com/collections/underwear/products/enhance-1-navy-red
  • Garcon Model, Galaxy Brief, https://wildmant.com/collections/mens-underwear/products/wildmant-stretch-cotton-big-boy-pouch-gray-red
  • Modus Vivendi, Meander Brief, https://e-modusvivendi.com/new-collection/meander-line/meander-brief-19712-black/
  • WildmanT, Cotton Big Boy Pouch Brief, https://wildmant.com/collections/mens-underwear/products/wildmant-stretch-cotton-big-boy-pouch-gray-red

Best Bikini

  • aussieBum, Billy, https://www.aussiebum.com/underwear/billy-brief-blue-stars/3522
  • Cocksox, CX01, https://www.cocksox.com/products/cx01bd-underwear-brief
  • L’Homme Invisible, San Francisco – Striptease Briefs Navy, https://www.lhommeinvisible.com/boutique/en/briefs/1047-san-francisco-striptease-briefs-navy.html
  • Modus Vivendi, Floss Low Cut, https://e-modusvivendi.com/new-collection/floss-line/floss-low-cut-brief-14711-black/
  • PetitQ -, Bikini Bulge, https://world.petit-q.com/collections/new-products/products/bikini-bulge-petitq-turquoise
  • Yocisco, Havana Brief, http://yocisco.com/shop/havana/yocisco-la-havana-bikini-brief-grey/

Best Thong

Best Jock

  • Blue Buck, Navy Jock, https://www.bluebuck.net/en/jockstraps/69-mens-underwear-navy-jockstrap-organic-cotton.html
  • Curb Wear, Crown Mesh Jock, https://www.curbwear.com/collections/jocks-jock-briefs/products/crown-enhance-jock
  • Garcon Model,  San Marco Jock, https://www.garconmodel.com/jocks/san-marco-jock.html
  • Modus Vivendi, Desert Jock, https://e-modusvivendi.com/new-collection/desert-line/desert-jockstrap-11711-grey/
  • Wildman T, Stretch Cotton Strapless Jock Big Boy Pouch, https://wildmant.com/collections/jocks/products/wildmant-stretch-cotton-strapless-big-boy-pouch-gray-black
  • Yoisco, V-Back Jock, http://yocisco.com/shop/jockstraps/yocisco-v-back-jockstrap-yellow/

Best Jockbrief

Best Trunk

  • Bluebuck White Navy, https://www.bluebuck.net/en/nautical/59-mens-trunk-organic-cotton-white-navy-stripes.html
  • Dubwear, Pocket Trunk, https://www.dubunderwear.com/product/trunk-pocket-white/
  • L’Homme Invisible –  Velour Mystique, https://www.lhommeinvisible.com/boutique/en/trunks/1030-velours-mystique-mini-hipster-bordeaux.html
  • n2n Bodywear, Camo Classic Trunk, https://n2n-bodywear.myshopify.com/collections/camo-classic/products/cc6-camo-classic-box
  • Supawear, Cyborg Trunk, https://supawear.2eros.com/cyborg-trunk-underwear-bionic-blue
  • Tani, PurSuit Contour Trunk, https://taniusa.com/collections/boxer-briefs-and-trunks-1-best-mens-boxer-briefs-most-comfortable-mens-underwear/products/pursuit-boxer-brief-best-mens-athletic-underwear

Best Boxer Brief

  • 2EROS, PRO AKTIV  Trunk, https://2eros.com/bodywear-underwear/trunk-low-rise/u31-pro-aktiv-trunk-underwear-titanium
  • Andrew Christian, Massive Gladiator Boxer, https://www.andrewchristian.com/massive-gladiator-boxer.html
  • L’Homme Invisible, Manta V Boxer, https://www.lhommeinvisible.com/boutique/en/boxer-briefs/1107-manta-red-velvet-boxer-briefs-men.html
  • Modus Vivendi, Surreal boxer, https://e-modusvivendi.com/new-collection/surreal-line/surreal-boxer-12721-blue/
  • PetitQ, Essert Boxer, https://world.petit-q.com/products/boxer-essert-petitq-noir
  • Tani, Silk Cut Boxer, https://taniusa.com/collections/boxer-briefs-and-trunks-1-best-mens-boxer-briefs-most-comfortable-mens-underwear/products/silkcut-classic-boxer-brief-best-quality-mens-boxer-brief

Best Fetish Brand

  • 4 Hunks, 4-hunks.com
  • Barcode Berlin, barcodeberlin.com
  • BodyAware, bodyaware.com
  • Cellblock13, Cellblock13.net
  • Gregg Homme, gregghomme.com
  • Maskulo, maskulo.com
  • N2N Bodywear, n2nbodywear.com
  • PetitQ, https://world.petit-q.com/
  • Raystraints, https://www.instagram.com/ray_the_robot/

Best Swimwear

  • 2eros, Icon Prints Desert Camo, https://2eros.com/beachwear/swimwear/v10-print-swimwear-desert-camo
  • Cocksox, CX02PR Sheer Swim Brief (Hypnotic Print), https://www.cocksox.com/products/cx02pr-sheer-swimwear-brief-hypnotic
  • L’Homme Invisible, Kiss Swim Briefs, https://www.lhommeinvisible.com/boutique/en/mens-swimwear/1027-kiss-mens-swim-briefs-navy.html
  • Marcuse, Jewel, http://www.marcuse.com/swimwear/jewel.html?search_query=jewel&results=2
  • N2N Bodywear, Maverick Thong, https://n2nbodywear.com/collections/maverick/products/z16-maverick-thong
  • Sluggers Dragon Fruit, Dragon Fruit, http://sluggers.com.au/racerbacks-dragonfruit/

Best Spandex Gear, Link

  • 4Hunks, Catcher Hunk, http://4-hunks.com/product/fetish-sports-gear-singlet/
  • Aronik, Command, https://aronikswim.com/fitness/command-ash-black
  • Barcode Berlin, Singlet Luckenwalde, https://shop.barcodeberlin.com/wrestling-suits/91345_Singlet-Luckenwalde_red-white-petrol.html
  • BodyAware, Rowdy Ribbed Bodysuit, https://bodyaware.com/collections/mens-sexy-underwear/products/mens-soft-ribbed-bodysuit
  • JOR, Gladiator Pant, https://aronikswim.com/fitness/command-ash-black
  • LED Queens, Synthpop Tights, https://ledqueens.com/collections/80s-bodybuilder-collection/products/synthpop-bodybuilding-tights-for-men
  • N2N Bodywear, Camo sheer Skin Singlet, https://n2nbodywear.com/collections/erotic-singlets/products/r10-camo-sheer-singlet

Best Brand E-Commerce Site, Link

Best Underwear Retailer – online, Link

Best Underwear Retailer – Brick & Mortar,

  • Boy Next Door, Atlanta, GA
  • Les Dessous D’Apollon, Paris, France
  • MoJo Man, Orlando, FL
  • Prowler, London, England
  • Skiiviez, Dallas, TX

Best Underwear Model

  • Andres Alfaro, Garçon Model
  • Eric Turner, Oryx
  • James Colebrook, Curb Wear
  • Jeremy Douillé, L’Homme Invisible
  • Michael Dean, Aronik
  • Nick Mascardo, Andrew Christian
  • Nick Sandell, Aronik
  • Will Allan, Sluggers

Best Underwear Photographer

  • Adrian C. Martin
  • Armando Adajar
  • EJL Photography
  • Erica Dorsy
  • Marco Ovando
  • Russell Fleming
  • Steve Reyes

Best New Brand

  • Bruno Men’s Wear, http://www.brunomenswear.com.mx/
  • Endowed Underwear, http://endowwear.com/
  • JJ Malibu, https://jjmalibu.com
  • LED Queens, ledqueens.com
  • Menagerie, https://bymenagerie.com/

Best Overall Brand, Link

What are you guys wearing for Valentine’s Day? This was a fun poll to run. Sorry about some of the issues with the poll. Our poll provider TypeForm updated it’s interface and changed so many things. Including not taking out blank spaces and putting in Option #. But enough of the meta.

Let’s go through what you guys are going to wear!




I love you guys. 21% said they always wear sexy undies regardless of holidays. But 48% of you guys are going to wear something special for Valentine’s Day. 

Well, it’s no surprise that more than half of you guys are going to wear a thong or bikini. Thong taking the top spot surprised me. I was expecting a bikini or brief to take that spot.

Most of you guys are going to wear a spandex pair or mesh. But there is a good portion of you in others picking bamboo or cotton. Two materials I didn’t think of including. But when I think about all the great pairs made in them. I should have!

Where you guys wearing them. Most are going to spend it at home but a few of you are going out on the town.

The most of you guys are married but you single guys are representing! It proves that you wear undies regardless of if you’re single or married.

Some of the brands you guys will be wearing are:

  • 2(X)Ist
  • A Brand from my work (I want to know who you work for!!!)
  • Andrew Christian
  • aussieBum
  • Baskit
  • Calvin Klien or Andrew Christian
  • Garçon Model
  • Gregg Homme
  • Gregg Homme or Candyman
  • Joe Snyder
  • N2N Bodywear
  • Nasty Pig
  • Not Sure yet
  • Not sure yet, but definitely a thong
  • Sukrew
  • Toot
  • Whatever is next in line in the drawer

This is the part that shows you guys are your own man. However, I felt we would have some guys letting their partner pick out a pair. But alas, no one did!

We hope you enjoy these results and have an awesome Valentine’s Day. I will be spending it in Vegas, which there could be worse places to spend it.

One brand that I used to recommend for all boxer brief lovers is Xtremen. They have had the boxer brief as their staple pair. That was until this release. I got notified that Xtremen has a new collection out. When opening the email, I realize that the briefs are back. Yeah, there are a few boxer briefs, but the majority of the pairs are briefs. I’m not talking classic but some super sexy. This brand got a big make over from conservative to fun.

Here are the new pairs

COLORS: Blue, Gray, or White
FABRIC: 65% Polyester 25% Nylon 10% Elastane
SIZES: Small – X-Large
COST: $15.48

COLORS: Pink, Black, or Green
FABRIC: 65% Polyester 25% Nylon 10% Elastane
SIZES:  Small – X-Large
COST: $16.00

COLORS: Black, Blue, or Gray
FABRIC: 65% Polyester 25% Nylon 10% Elastane
SIZES:  Small – X-Large
COST: $16.48

COLORS: Blue or White
FABRIC: 65% Polyester 25% Nylon 10% Elastane
SIZES:  Small – X-Large
COST: $16.48

COLORS: Black or white
FABRIC: 65% Polyester 25% Nylon 10% Elastane
SIZES:  Small – X-Large
COST: $16.00

COLORS: Black or Blue
FABRIC: 65% Polyester 25% Nylon 10% Elastane
SIZES:  Small – X-Large
COST:  $18.48

COLORS: Blue or Gray
FABRIC: 65% Polyester 25% Nylon 10% Elastane
SIZES:  Small – X-Large
COST: $15.48

COLORS: Black or Blue
FABRIC: 65% Polyester 25% Nylon 10% Elastane.
SIZES:  Small – X-Large
COST: $16.48

 

PetitQ last year put out, I think, 8 different collections. Each one built on the previous collection. We start off 2018 with a new collection. I wanted to focus on some of the lace pairs in this collection. PetitQ has always embraced lace in men’s underwear. This collection continues the Lace tradition.

Boxer Briefs Ereac – Some pairs have a little lace but this boxer brief is made from stretch material. The is lace and is semitransparent and a stretch material.Colors available in black or white.

Thongs Ornex – This is, mark my words, going to be one of the more popular pairs in the collection. This lace thong is super sexy and has a fun design. The lace pouch is semitransparent with the lace material. The two straps on the side give it a bit of a fem look that is so popular in men’s underwear. Colors available in black and green.

Harness Taranis – Harnesses are becoming very popular. I have seen more this past year than any year previous. They are starting to come in all shapes and materials. Lace is a new material that mixes with the masculine garment. PetitQ has created this pair to go with either pair above. The picture features the boxer brief. However, I could see this with the thong.

All pairs are made out of a Polyester/Spandex blend. Making them very form fitting. Lace has become a mainstay in the world of men’s underwear. The old rules of men’s underwear are out the window and brands like PetitQ are writing their own rules. PetitQ is really having fun and creating awesome undies for underwear lovers across the world.

If you love these make sure you go to the PetitQ site and check out the entire collection. We will bring you more about this line shortly! But enjoy these awesome lace pairs.

One thing I never thought I would see is an underwear brand on Shark Tank. If you’re not familiar with the show. It airs on ABC on Sunday nights. The premise is entrepreneurs go on and pitch their company for an investment by a shark. If a shark likes what they see they make an offer and the entrepreneur can accept or reject the offer.

RounderBum went on the show to get an investment on growing their brand. The sharks were impressed with the sales and numbers. But when it came down to it, only two sharks made offers. Robert and Mr. Wonderful both put in bids but Jonathan accepted Mr. Wonderful’s offer. You can watch the entire segment on the ABC website. I managed to miss this when first aired. I tuned in late and Rounderbum was first.

One thing that we know already is that the sharks were surprised by the underwear sales. I think so many people don’t take the world of men’s underwear seriously. If you read this blog, I’m just preaching to the choir. Regardless of sexual orientation, we want amazing underwear to wear every day. We buy what we love and wear it. Some of us are more vocal than others.

It will be interesting to see what this investment does for RounderBum. It brought men’s underwear to the general public. Which in itself is a good thing. I’m going to try to reach out to RounderBum to follow up with an interview this week. Stay tuned for updates and more!

RSH Photography shot his model Graham in Menagerie. Menagerie is a really cool brand.

MENAGERIE introduces a new era of male intimate wear that combines masculine styling with fabrics traditionally reserved only for the most elegant ladies’ wear. Created to revolutionize how men feel about their intimate apparel needs, MENAGERIÉ intends to change the way men think about their underwear and how they look in them. Providing a unique collection of lingerie exclusively for men.


Men’s underwear brand YOCISCO is pleased to announce Pro Surfer Berlin Viviani as the brand’s newest ambassador. Berlin is pro surfer from Hawaii and is known for his goofy surfing style. This relationship will continue throughout 2018 and beyond.

In his role with the brand, Berlin will assist the brand in fueling a movement of confidence in men.

“Last year, while traveling I found the brand and will never forget the first time I tried on a pair of YOCISCO’s ISO briefs – they were the perfect fit and I’ve been hooked ever since! After learning the company’s message of confidence building through fashion for all men, which I completely agree with. I’m honored to be working with YOCISCO to help spread that message to men throughout Hawaii and the surfing community.” Says Berlin Viviani

“We are thrilled to have Berlin, as our newest Brand Ambassador. His active lifestyle, confidence and desire to spread positivity, exemplifies what the YOCISCO brand is built on.” Says Gabriel “Cisco” Medina, CEO of YOCISCO. “So many guys have an active lifestyle just like Berlin and they need underwear and base layers that are performing just as hard as they are.”

To learn more about YOCISCO’s offerings visit www.yocisco.com. You can also get brand updates at Facebook.com/yocisco or follow the brand via Twitter, and Instagram at @yocisco. Follow Berlin Viviani on Instagram @infamousberlin