We hope you enjoyed the Model Profile of Ozzie Totten we ran this week. Also, the exclusive look at the shoot RSH Photography did with him in Male Power! We def plan to see more of Ozzie soon!
In our latest Model Profile we sit down with Maurice Bright. He’s an up and coming model in the world of underwear. Here is your chance to get to know more about this amazing guy.
What was your first modeling job and how did you come to get it?
My 1st modeling job was a swimwear style shoot for Lupo. I got the job by building a solid relationship with Lupo North America’s general manager Malcolm over time and he believed in me before I really did any extensive modeling.
What made you want to pursue modeling?
For a long time I felt like from head to toe I was a rarity in appearance. Attractive enough to fit a “model” mold but unique looking enough to be able to rise in the ranks efficiently given the work.
Do you have a shoot that you consider your breakthrough in your career?
The Lupo shoot, by far. Working with photographer Rawy Rayan to create those images really set the tone for my career.
Which shoot has been your favorite? Why?
My latest shoot for my Chocolat campaign, with photographer Diana Etienne. I really liked that shoot because it was not so “harsh” so to speak, a lot softer and artistic than my previous shoots.
Which shoot has been your most challenging? Why?
The Lupo shoot was the most challenging simply because it was a 5 hour shoot in the BLAZING heat haha.
Are there any brands or photographers you would like to work with that you have not worked with yet?
I’d love to work with Ricky Day, his work his phenomenal. I’d also like to shoot with Luis Rafael. As far as brands, I’m quite comfortable with the idea of modeling for Lupo exclusively to be honest.
What is something our readers don’t know about you outside of modeling that you want them to know?
Uhm, I’ve been actively writing poetry for about 14 years of my life now and I love it!
What kind of diet and exercise do you do to prepare for shoots?
My diet is more flexible than other’s may think – I frequent Chinese food, Wendy’s and etc. but I make sure these foods fit my macronutrient requirements for the day. I tend to cut out diet sodas as a shoot nears as well. The exercises I do remain the same, lifting heavy but I do add more high intensity interval training like speed clean & jerks to shed a wee bit more body fat if needed.
Favorite cheat meal?
I’ve recently rekindled my love for brownies so yeah, those haha.
Were you a fan of underwear before modeling?
Not really but I’m discovering some really gnarly brands out there so I’m learning more as the days go by!
Looking at your underwear drawer, what is it made up of? % boxer briefs, % briefs, % jocks, % thongs.
My underwear drawer is 70% boxers and 30% briefs but I’m really interested in trying out some jocks especially given my activeness.
The craziest pair of underwear you have ever worn?
Haven’t worn anything TOO crazy to be honest. I’d say these really tight Hollister briefs haha, didn’t really anticipate how snug they were going to be but my thighs and glutes are quite muscular so yeah.
What are your goals for your career?
To be one of the most known muscle models in the world, scoring a slew of work in underwear modeling but also remaining well respected in the fit model community.
What is the best advice anyone gave you when you started your modeling career?
“Don’t ever rush greatness, continuously feed it and be patient about it’s growth.”
(Pics from Lupo swimwear campaign with photographer Rawy Rayan)
Find Maurice on Social media – Twitter, Instagram and Tumblr
This past week we brought you a model profile of Ozzie Totten. Today we bring you a shoot that RSH Photography did for Male Power that features Ozzie. These are super fun pictures! We hope to see more from both of them soon!
We are happy to post some great new pics from Good Boy Gone Bad. They are releasing a new collection very soon! This is the Brock Jock. More to come about Good Boy Gone Bad soon!
Fetish wear is not just leather and black. It can be anything that is out of the ordinary for men’s underwear. That could include lace, satin, latex, rubber or leather. The item we choose for this week’s Fetish Friday is the Body Aware Smooth Satin Bodysuit. This is because we have all the new singlets on the market. But this is something to the next level! It’s sexy and fun.
BodyAware is well known in mixing the masculine and feminine side of men’s underwear. The mixing of satin, lace and more feminine cuts to the undies. They just have fun making undies and guys seem to love it. The Smooth Satin Bodysuit is a pair of underwear and a tank all in one. Except this bodysuit has a thong back! Here is the official description: “Soft, supple and very shiny satin thong bodysuit for men. This superb sport-styled bodysuit provides shape and support with a flattering style that highlights your shoulders, waist and butt. Constructed of smooth satin blend of polyester/spandex that is lightweight and stretchy. Allows you to move freely, without constriction. Center seam down front and back provides perfect contouring and fit. Step-in styling and rounded neckline. Thong back.”
You maybe asking where would you wear it? I guess any you want! It could be worn under jeans and out to a bar. Also you could wear it under your work clothes (suit or uniform), but we would recommend you wearing the white one for that. Other colors may come through!
The pair comes in four different colors. They are white, black, navy and turquoise. The Smooth Satin Bodysuit is $39.95 at the BodyAware Site!
Do you have a favorite fetish pair? Let us know so we can feature it!
The time has come for Modus Vivendi to start releasing gradually their new Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 collection. The first line to see from the new collection is a “Flash Line”. The Flash lines, more of which we will see later in the year, comprise limited edition items made exclusively for this season, so once they are gone, they are gone! You can see it here: http://e-modusvivendi.com/gbu0-catshow/mc_FlashLine.html
Giving a hint of what the new collection of Modus Vivendi will be like, this line has some sexy and classic underwear designs. Vibrant colours as well as classic ones in a range of different cuts and fabrics. In this specific line you find white, blue and brown, combined with aqua blue, yellow and orange. There are three distinctive and very comfortable shapes: low cut briefs, briefs and brazil cut boxers all made from the finest cotton.
The conceptual pictures show model Alexandros Kaltsidis in the new designs of the brand, photographed on location in Thessaloniki. The sexy “window cleaner” of this campaign was styled by Lefteris Evaggelou. Enjoy the photos and get these limited edition underwear while there is still stock available!
Credits:
Underwear: Modus Vivendi (www.e-modusvivendi.com)
Photographer: Panos Misailidis
Model: Alexandros Kaltsidis
Styling: Lefteris Evaggelou
Model: Alexandros Kaltsidis
Styling: Lefteris Evaggelou
We love Cheapundies.com! Not only can you get great deals on brands you love, but also they have their own brands at incredible price! This is their new swimwear. We wrote up the Power Swim earlier this month.
Jockstrap Central’s Summer Sale is here and it’s a biggy! Get up to 40% off everything store wide until the end of Sunday, August 2nd. It couldn’t be easier, just head to Jockstrap Central and you’ll find all their jockstraps, jock briefs, underwear, shorts, fetish gear, wrestling singlets and even socks all listed with the regular price crossed out and new sale price listed. 
There’s over 300 products from brands like Jockstrap Central exclusive Raw Studio or North American exclusives Sukrew and Maskulo (hot n’ tight fetish shorts with removable 3d cod pieces). Cellblock 13 is included (check out the newly launched Ambush fetish collection of jocks, shorts and wrestling singlets with easy access front and rear zippers) as is sports jock brands like Bike, Flarico, Wolf and Omtex. There’s too much to mention so just head over to their website to check out all the great deals.
Like we mentioned, this is a huge sale and it’s going to be hugely popular – so shop early for the best selection!
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What was your first modeling gig and how did you come to get it?
I live in Chicago, and every year there’s this event called “Out at the Park” held at Six Flags. This organization rents out Six Flags and al the queers come out and ride the rides and get drunk and it’s super duper fun. Last year, I took a party bus sponsored by one of the bars, and my partner and I made all sorts of new friends. One of the people we met was a scout for an agency in Chicago, and while we were in line for the wooden old roller coaster, he turned to me and asked me if I’d ever considered modeling before. I laughed about it, and thought it was the funniest thing, and then he followed up the next day and was like “no seriously you should submit.” I’d showed up to an open call with a bunch of printed off Instagram selfies, and somehow got signed. They hooked me up with a bunch of really great photographers, and I’ve been going on shoots pretty consistently ever since. So, I guess my “first modeling gig” was “getting drunk at Six Flags,” and it’s been a roller coaster ride ever since.
What made you want to pursue modeling?
I really enjoy photo shoots! I could try to fancy myself up and be all like “I enjoy the art of collaboration” but that’d be a lie. I like to laugh, and usually I laugh a lot on shoots.
Which shoot do you consider your breakthrough in your career?
I mean, my shoot with Ross Haley for MalePower got me here, so that’s pretty cool. Let’s go with that.
Which shoot has been your favorite? Why?
One of my very first shoots as a “professional” was with my good friend Caitlainne Gurreri, who’s based out of LA but gets to Chicago a lot. Her and I have been close since my second semester of college, and she has this amazing sense of composition. I asked her if she could take some ‘lifestyle’ shots of my boyfriend and I in our first apartment together, after I got us kicked out because I got in a fight with the washing machine (I’d like to say there’s more to the story than that, but that pretty much sums it up), and that shoot was absolutely my #1 favorite shoot. Working with Caitlainne was so easy, and shooting with Dave (my BF) was so much fun because literally all we did was laugh at each other and the silly faces we were making. Caitlainne and I have worked together solo a few times since then, and her and I have a great working relationship, she’s the person I go to whenever I have a question or a worry (or even when I get asked to fill out an interview by a fun underwear blog!), but there was something special about that first shoot with her, and his name is Dave. =) BY THE WAY. http://www.beautyrosephotography.com/. She’s the best. I’ve also worked with Ray of Covet Images a bunch, and have loved working with him. We have a super similar aesthetic, and it’s really easy to work with somebody who’s as easy-going as he is.
Which shoot has been your most challenging? Why?
My agency hooked me up with a shoot for Ward’s catalogue, and it was the first hot summer day of 2015, and we were inside and I was wearing Phat Farm winter coats. It was so sweaty! But look for me in a money mailer coming your way!
My agency hooked me up with a shoot for Ward’s catalogue, and it was the first hot summer day of 2015, and we were inside and I was wearing Phat Farm winter coats. It was so sweaty! But look for me in a money mailer coming your way!
Are there any brands or photographers you would like to work with that you have not worked with yet?
SO MANY! Kevin of the @skinlikedawnproject has some really fantastic stuff, and we’re mutual admirers of each other’s work. I’m hoping to maybe get something set up with him when my BF and I visit Georgia later this year (hi Kevin!). There’s the team at @skinandbonemag who I’ve been trading messages back and forth with, I think their shoots are really fun to page through! Brandswise, I’d love to work with Pump!, but I need a bunch more Instagram followers (and abs) before that’s a thing that could happen.
SO MANY! Kevin of the @skinlikedawnproject has some really fantastic stuff, and we’re mutual admirers of each other’s work. I’m hoping to maybe get something set up with him when my BF and I visit Georgia later this year (hi Kevin!). There’s the team at @skinandbonemag who I’ve been trading messages back and forth with, I think their shoots are really fun to page through! Brandswise, I’d love to work with Pump!, but I need a bunch more Instagram followers (and abs) before that’s a thing that could happen.
What is something that your fans don’t know about you outside of modeling that you want them to know?
I am a huge baseball fan, like to the point of subscribing to statistics websites and memorizing Moneyball (the book, not
the movie) as a teenager. and I’m named after the Hall of Fame shortstop for the St Louis Cardinals, Ozzie Smith. My team is the Minnesota Twins, though, who are having an AMAZING season out of nowhere, and I’m so proud of my boys.
I am a huge baseball fan, like to the point of subscribing to statistics websites and memorizing Moneyball (the book, not
the movie) as a teenager. and I’m named after the Hall of Fame shortstop for the St Louis Cardinals, Ozzie Smith. My team is the Minnesota Twins, though, who are having an AMAZING season out of nowhere, and I’m so proud of my boys.But I can tell you exactly what idiot transactions led to the tire fire that is the 2015 Miami Marlins, or talk for hours about why the Anaheim Angels are my least favorite team in the game(I will never forgive them for 2002). I also love how the sport has really nailed the presentation of statistics to the casual fan; a big part of my day job is figuring out how to translate complex statistics and trends to laypeople, and find myself idolizing the writing staffs at Fangraphs and Grantland for their ability to turn the databases and pie graphs into compelling stories.
So that’s what you should all know about me.
What kind of diet and exercise do you do to prepare for shoots?
I try to eat relatively healthy, which makes it easy to prepare because you’re starting off from a good base. I start every day with a green smoothie (which started when I was unemployed and I got drunk and bought this app that had like 20 recipes for $6, so then I woke up the next day and was like “shit I better actually use this, I don’t have the $6 to justify just deleting this.” And I ended up really liking how they helped me to jump start my day, especially compared to the Cinnamon Toast Crunch I was eating in the mornings before that). I try not to eat too much meat and avoid dairy (I’m very lactose intolerant), I get most of my protein from nuts and powders (by the way, those plant-based powders are a god-send for us lactose-free folks). I go to the gym regularly, I like morning gym time because it’s easier to start your day with gym energy than to muster it after a long day at the office.
I try to eat relatively healthy, which makes it easy to prepare because you’re starting off from a good base. I start every day with a green smoothie (which started when I was unemployed and I got drunk and bought this app that had like 20 recipes for $6, so then I woke up the next day and was like “shit I better actually use this, I don’t have the $6 to justify just deleting this.” And I ended up really liking how they helped me to jump start my day, especially compared to the Cinnamon Toast Crunch I was eating in the mornings before that). I try not to eat too much meat and avoid dairy (I’m very lactose intolerant), I get most of my protein from nuts and powders (by the way, those plant-based powders are a god-send for us lactose-free folks). I go to the gym regularly, I like morning gym time because it’s easier to start your day with gym energy than to muster it after a long day at the office.
So for shoot-specific prep, I make sure that I’ve gone to the gym a few times the week before, I make sure that I didn’t eat a pint of ice cream the night before, and I make sure I had a good nights sleep. That’s about all you can do while staying sane.
Looking at your underwear drawer, what is it made up of? % boxer briefs, % briefs, % jocks, % thongs.
All briefs and jocks. No thongs, I don’t like their feel or the way the sit on me. Boxer briefs are the worst, they roll up my legs and never make me feel cute. You’ll find a lot of 2xist, a lot of Andrew Christian, and a lot of underwear that makes me feel good. Underwear is literally the only thing you wear that is JUST for you, so it better make you feel good.
The craziest pair of underwear you have ever worn?
There’s this see-through neon mesh pair of Andrew Christians I have…does that count?
There’s this see-through neon mesh pair of Andrew Christians I have…does that count?
Most embarrassing photo shoot situation?
I don’t get embarrassed that much, if I feel myself beginning to feel weird I just start to laugh about it instead. Though if you ask my boyfriend, or most of my close friends, they’ve all seen some pretty amazing embarrassing pictures of me.
I don’t get embarrassed that much, if I feel myself beginning to feel weird I just start to laugh about it instead. Though if you ask my boyfriend, or most of my close friends, they’ve all seen some pretty amazing embarrassing pictures of me.
I guess there was this one shoot I did where I was sucking popsicles and wearing a swimsuit that gave me mom butt, but that was so much fun to shoot! Plus I got to eat like six popsicles, so really, it all worked out.
I said above that I’m lactose intolerant, but I also live in Chicago, and sometimes the pizza is worth the bloat. Piece Pizza in Wicker Park is my favorite, which is great because I work right down the street for my day job. And when the BF and I want to order in, we have this place called Nancy’s which is so good but also always surprisingly expensive. I spent $40 the last time we ordered there, for one pizza. But it was so worth it.
What goes through your mind right before you have to do these revealing shoots?
“I’m hungry. Should I have eaten something? Did I leave the air conditioner on? What am I making for dinner tonight? Oh no, tomorrow is laundry day. I hate laundry day. Maybe I can make boo do it, instead. How can I trick boo into thinking it’s his turn to do the laundry? Is it too hot in here? It’s totally too hot in here, I’m sweating balls. Do I get to run the music for this shoot? Gesuz, that’s a lot of pressure. What if they hate my playlist choices? Everybody likes Kanye West, right? Yeah, it’ll be fine. Everybody loves Kanye.”I have lots of thoughts. Most of them have nothing to do with the shoot. I’ll get up in my head about it before I even walk in the room, and that’s not how you wanna approach life.
“I’m hungry. Should I have eaten something? Did I leave the air conditioner on? What am I making for dinner tonight? Oh no, tomorrow is laundry day. I hate laundry day. Maybe I can make boo do it, instead. How can I trick boo into thinking it’s his turn to do the laundry? Is it too hot in here? It’s totally too hot in here, I’m sweating balls. Do I get to run the music for this shoot? Gesuz, that’s a lot of pressure. What if they hate my playlist choices? Everybody likes Kanye West, right? Yeah, it’ll be fine. Everybody loves Kanye.”I have lots of thoughts. Most of them have nothing to do with the shoot. I’ll get up in my head about it before I even walk in the room, and that’s not how you wanna approach life.
What are your goals for your career?
Well, I’ve surpassed most of the goals I set for myself when I started doing this, so I guess it’s time to reevaluate. I’d really like to take a selfie next to a picture of myself on a train platform, I think that’d be hilarious and I’d have FAR too much fun with that. Can you imagine the Facebook likes I’d get?? I’d also like to work with a menswear store in Chicago, for a full lookbook, like what’s going on at Akira Mens this fall, oh look it’s Ozzie! That’d be super fun.
Well, I’ve surpassed most of the goals I set for myself when I started doing this, so I guess it’s time to reevaluate. I’d really like to take a selfie next to a picture of myself on a train platform, I think that’d be hilarious and I’d have FAR too much fun with that. Can you imagine the Facebook likes I’d get?? I’d also like to work with a menswear store in Chicago, for a full lookbook, like what’s going on at Akira Mens this fall, oh look it’s Ozzie! That’d be super fun.
And then to keep working with super cool people! I’ve met some really funny folks doing this, and want to keep that going!
What is the best advice anyone gave you when you started your modeling career?
When I was just starting, Caitlainne told me to just go on as many shoots as possible. I had no idea what I looked like on camera, and it takes a lot of effort to get it right. I still think I have work to do, but the only way you can get better at it is if you actually do it. Even if it means working for free, getting the experience valuable.
Find Ozzie online at:
Instagram (@oztotten008)
Twitter (@oztots008)
Model Mayhem (3617660)
Pictures other than selfies by RSH Photography featuring MalePower Underwear.
What more appropriate Throw Back Thursday. Over the years UnderGear has had so many incredible pictures they have done. One of their models is BMX Champion Will Grant. He posed in 2012 for UnderGear in various swimwear and underwear! Its still a shame we won’t have any more pics from them! I have this same pair of swim, its the avatar for my twitter account UNBTim, but I don’t look as good as Will does in it!
2wink is known for making fun underwear and swimwear! The last piece we covered was the Graffiti Freedom Jock. Now they have come out with the Cockatoo Bikini. Which is an almost string bikini in black. It’s sexy and fun. 2wink says “The black Cockatoo is an Australian native bird known for it’s good looks. These super soft, super smooth bikini briefs will show off your hot buns and cup your pouch. Feeling seductive, then these are perfect ! ”
The pair is made out of a cotton/spandex blend. Which means it will conform to your body and give you that support you need while showing off the “hot buns.” The back is almost a full back. It’s not too small for those who like fuller coverage in the back. Made with a black 2wink waistband to match the main color. It makes it very classic and clean.
The only color available is black. So if you’re looking for more you will be out of luck. This pair looks amazing in black. It is as I have mentioned above a very classic and sleek look in the pair. I think this is the most conservative pair I have seen from 2wink! It’s not all classic, the cut makes it definitely sexy. The Cockatoo retails for $19.95 AUD at the 2wink website.
Photog Armando Adajar shoot Xtremen Underwear in his latest shoot.Credits
- Model: Alex Cairns
- Wardrobe: Xtremen Underwear
- Photos by: Armando Adajar
- website: www.armandoadajar.com
- facebook: www.facebook.com/AAdajarPhotography
- Instagram: ARMANIS_EMPIRE
This is a pic featuring N2N Bodywear. When we saw them in Vegas they showed us the LA Glow swimwear. It’s super fun and bright!
I personally love bringing you guys new companies. One very interesting one is called X-iter. They are out of France and have a very interesting concept to world of men’s swimwear. The first thing that will catch your eye is that Theo Ford is the model. Here is more about them:
X-iter’s story has started in April 2015. Founded in Paris, France, X-iter presents a revolutionary concept of swimwear, specifically catering gay men.
In a world that we are attached to our smart phones, the dating scene has changed accordingly. But now, with new alternatives we are trying to go back to that era, where being one to one actually mattered and was more enjoyable.
With the customizable swimwear options, X-iter offers a new way of dating in real life. Localize your X-chain to show your preference in bed and add X-iter’s dog tags to show what kind of a partner you are looking for.
Combining the superhero theme with modern dating practices, X-iter is a fun and unique way to be out and around!
Are you a model or photographer working in the world of Men’s Underwear? If you are we def would love to work with you! We have some up coming projects and would love to profile some new/up and coming models and photogs.
Projects: We have several big shoots throughout the year. Models in the ATL are that are open to working in the world of underwear are preferred. Our shoots tend to be a lot of fun and hosted in the SouthEast. We also prefer models we can work with on an on going basis.
Profiles : Next our profiles are prefect for exposing your work to a new market. We love doing both for photogs and models. We will send you a series of questions to answer and then promote it on our blog.
If you are interested in either or both email us at info at underwearnewsbriefs[dot]com or hit the connect button above!
One photographer I am loving lately is Paul Smollen. He’s doing some super fun work lately. We ran a profile on Paul Smollen Photography a few months back. Check it out and all his work!
You may only think that Cheapundies.com is just about getting an amazing deal on underwear brands you know and love! However, did you know they have their own brand of underwear, swimwear and gear? That’s right they have some great gear at even better prices! Cheapundies.com is taking on high priced undies and bringing underwear to the masses!
The new swim wear is call the Power Swim Collection. It’s a low rise trunk style design with white on the top in a v cut design. The pouch has a slight contour. This means you won’t be showing off all you have but should give you some good support. Speaking of the pouch the front is lined as well. Lastly is the draw string with metal eyelets on the ends.
This is a great looking swim design. Cheapundies.com make really great undies and swimwear. The pairs I have tried have been very good quality, especially at the cost they are being sold. The price of the Power Swim trunks are $14.95. It is available in blue, purple and sky blue. If you need a great pair of swim at an even better price check out the Power Swim at Cheapundies.com
UndiesMonday is not about wearing something out there like Fetish Friday. Its about wearing something fun. Fun could be a bright color/pattern, new material or a different cut than you are used too (such as brief instead of a boxer brief). I wanted something something fun for the first UndiesMonday and choose the Candyman 99115 Boxer. It may not sound like a sexy name but the pair is pretty fun.
The boxer is a mix of solid and mesh panels and a solid mesh back. But don’t worry it has a solid pouch so you won’t be showing it all off. The mesh comes in two different colors black and pink. That means you can go really wild with the pink or keep it subtle with the black. The solid material is a leather like black material on both colors.
Where would you wear this pair? I could see this under a power suit by an executive. It could also be great under jeans or a casual work environment. Wearing it to the gym maybe a bit much for most guys so make sure you don’t have a gym day.
Find this pair at the Candyman Fashion site for $23.48 in either color. And remember wear fun underwear on Monday for Undies Monday!
NOTE: UNB Tim does marketing consulting work for GDD World
New Soaked & Loaded collection has been released. This is the Basic & Sportive Swim Brief in Red. It’s available in six other colors! Find it at the ES Collection store!
We have to thank Steve Grand for doing this interview with us. He is an amazing guy to take time out of his busy schedule to answer these questions!
You are no stranger to swim briefs, you have posted a few pics in them on instagram. You look great in them. You are one of few public figures wearing them. How long have you been wearing them?
Thanks! I was on the swim team as a kid so I’ve had the occasion to wear them since then. I started to wear them recreationally some of the time after I graduated from high school.
What makes you choose swim briefs over other types of swimwear?
I like wearing all kinds of swimwear. I think there is a time and place for it all. I like a nice, fitted, solid colored trunk when I’m in the mood for a more classic, stylish look. Other times, its summer in Chicago and I’m on the boats with my friends and it’s not so important for me to look stylish or modest. I wear a higher cut brief because I like the way I look and feel in them. I do it for myself. I have a rectangular shaped body, meaning that my shoulders, hips, and waist are all about the same size. I may be totally wrong on this, but higher cut briefs seem to help give me some shape and separation between my torso and my legs. My upper thighs are pretty large, so wearing a high cut brief seems to help to emphasize my legs and detract from my wide hips. But I’m no expert on this, it can just be my own warped perception causing me to see myself this way lol.
Has your celebrity status ever made you think twice about wearing a swim brief in pubic?
Well I’m not sure I can be considered a celebrity at this level, but yes, to some small degree I’m a public figure. I’m aware that, when I wear that kind of swimwear, there is potential for some of the blogs to pick it up, and most of the time I’m not looking for all that kind of attention specifically so it probably does, to some degree, factor in
to my decision to wear briefs, but at the end of the day, I still have to live my life and sometimes just do what I want without worrying about what other people may say.
How do you feel about the media coverage you receive when you post a pic in a brief?
It’s all in good fun and I don’t take it too seriously. I don’t ask anyone to post those kinds of things but it does create the possibility that someone, who was unaware of me before, ends up becoming a fan, buys music, and attends a live performance, which is how I make money to eat and pay my bills. So I have to be happy for that reason.
Though one probably wouldn’t draw this conclusion if their only source of information about me is some of these sites, I’ve done more interesting things (I think) in these last 2 years than stand on a boat in a little bathing suit with my friends: I have managed to carve my own unique path as an out artist by jump-starting my career with a self-produced, self-financed viral music video. I have since traveled all over the world to perform my original music and giving talks on LGBTQ issues. I’ve been on national television multiple times. I have been interviewed by people like Larry King. I ran the 3rd most successful music Kickstarter of all time. My independently released debut album “All-American Boy” sold over 10,000 copies in the first week and made it the 3rd best selling independent album that week. Best of all, I have been able to connect with people in the unique way only singer/songwriters can. I have sat with the people who have been moved and positively affected by my presence as an out artist making the kind of music I do.
I don’t expect most people to care about any of that, but for those of you at all interested in any part of my journey, I suggest you follow me on my social media accounts (listed below). You will get a more accurate, multi-dimensional look at my life and work that way. :
In your pictures I think one of the briefs was Andrew Christian, do you have any favorite brands you like to wear? 
I like all different kinds! I haven’t received any compensation or cross promotion for the brands I’ve worn, but maybe I should start, with all the press this has gotten 😉
Has anyone in social media or in person giving you a hard time about wearing them, either in general or in public?
I try not to pay too much attention. At some point in life it’s important to realize that no matter what you do, people are going to have something to say about it so you may as well do/wear what makes you happy. I’ve seen a small number of gay men criticize my choice of swimwear for being immodest and ‘stereotypically gay.’ People are entitled to feel however they feel, but again, I wear what I wear for me and not for them; because it makes me feel good. I’m not looking for everyone’s approval all of the time. There is a time and place for modesty, but, for me at least, a hot summer day in Chicago, on a boat with a bunch of other gay dudes is not one of them. And frankly I don’t care what some may consider to be a gay stereotype or not, and anyone using that as some kind of jab is probably grappling with their own internalized homophobia. I wear what makes me happy.
What would you say to a guy who maybe on the fence on wearing them? Should he or shouldn’t he?
I would say: do what makes you happy and don’t be so worried about everyone else. Remember that everyone is far more concerned with what is going on in their own world than what you are wearing. Some people like them, and some people don’t. I think because it has traditionally been seen as a taboo, the guys that do wear them, and wear them well, are seen to be more confident. And confidence always makes a person more sexy.
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Today is the day of swimwear at UNB! Today we wanted to share a classic swim brief with you guys. We also wanted a new and brands. Quid & Buck is one we have profiled once before but thought we def should give it another look over! So I looked through the Quid & Buck site for the perfect pair and the Black/White Panel brief was perfect.
Coming up I remember wearing the actual Speedo brand swim briefs. I have always had a thing for the classic 2-3 inch sides of a swim brief. Some of their patterns and prints have been out there. Quid & Buck have that classic feel to me. The sides are closer to 2 inch rather than three of the competition briefs.
In the world of swimwear you can have solids alway the way to super crazy designs. Everything has its time and place and I have worn the gamut of swimwear. This pair caught my eye for the simplicity of the design. Simplicity is not a bad thing to me. Sometimes simple is best. Also, white swimwear is not the norm, it can be see through and a bit on the naughty side. That said I don’t think this pair is see through when went.
This pair is not on the cheap side. It retails for $69.50 on the Quid & Buck site. We are seeing more and more mid to high end swimwear companies come on the market. This is a good thing for the world of swim because guys are buying it. It’s broadening the market of men’s swimwear. Also, it’s getting more swim briefs out in public. Which is always a great thing.
If you are interested in this pair or want to see more of Quid & Buck has to offer head over to their site and see some awesome swimwear.
It’s always sad to see a company close up shop in the world of underwear. The world of men’s underwear really is a small world. Everyone tends to know everyone at brands and stores. It is for the most part a friendly world. I never thought there would come a time when there wouldn’t be an UnderGear
It started back in the 70’s when the International Male catalogue was released. If you didn’t come of age in the 80’s you may not know the International Male. It was the main catalogue that had clothes and underwear. Some of the clothes were a bit out there, like the pirate shirt! But it always had, for the time, a bigger selection of underwear. This was way before the internet made underwear super easy to buy. Back in the day you had to call in and order or mail it in the order form if you were shy.
Also in the 80’s International Male used to have a physical store in California. I used to think of going to California and shopping the store and how that would be so awesome to shop all the designs I see in person. I never made it to the store and it would be many years before I finally got to California.
International Male finally created the UnderGear catalogue that sold exclusively underwear and gear! I remember them announcing this and it was like I won the lottery! Here is this company devoting an entire catalogue to my love! What was not to like about this. I tried to find when it split off but was unable to find the exact year. But if I remember correctly it was in the 90’s.
Undergear/International Male used to be the main place to find new brands. Some of the brands I found through them were Mundo Unico, Go Softwear, and the list goes on. It was a big deal to be carried in the UnderGear catalogue. In the 90’s they carried big brands as well as their own brands. Recently much of what they carried was their own brands and just a few outside brands at the end. I can’t tell you how many new brands I found through them. It was the enabler to my underwear addiction!
You maybe asking how much of an underwear obsession I had back in the day. Well I’m not ashamed to admit this but I had and International Male credit card! Yes there were such things back in the day. I couldn’t have been more than 18 and had a $200 limit! It felt like I struck gold, here was this credit card just for gear! I used to place orders about every month, pay it down and charge it back up!
After I started UNB I got a chance to work with UnderGear. They were fun to work with and I enjoyed it. We did many reviews and profiles of their underwear. I was closest to them when I first started UNB. But over the years I could still contact them and get info I needed.
Will I miss them? You bet I will! Its hard to see them go after so many years. Underwear is my passion and it’s like a friend that leaving us. Whether you liked their gear or not they had a huge impact on the world of men’s underwear/gear. Without them being a trailblazer for men’s underwear we may not have some of what we have today!
If you do miss them let us know. I want to run a post on how UnderGear impacted your underwear buying and discovery. Email us or hit us up on social media!
NOTE: I haven’t heard any confirmation as to when they will be closing. I haven’t confirmed with them directly all my contacts are gone but all my sources have agree and Out Magazine has run a story about them closing
Soft, sleek and body contouring is what you can expect from aussieBum’s new men’s underwear range ‘Outline’. Made using the finest micro modal fabric in distinct colours to show your taste. Ideal to wear underwear form fitting jeans and pants. Using the finest waistband width ‘Outline’ is guarantee to have you looking and feeling great all day and night long.
Made out of an 87% Micro Modal, 13% Elastane blend. Available in 4 colors; black, red, blue and white. It retails for $14.51 at the aussieBum site
Garçon Model sent us a ton of pics. We love it when they send real guys taking selfies in their underwear! This is one of the latest pics!
Cellblock 13 has literally ambushed Jockstrap Central with the arrival of their latest super hot collection of fetish forward jockstraps, shorts and singlets complete with contoured pouches and fully functional, “easy access” zippers, strategically placed in all the right areas. Made with a high quality sleek soft and super stretchy nylon and spandex designed to hug and stretch enough to show off your body and bulge to perfection. The Ambush Collection stays true to Cellblock 13’s masculine fetish roots, which guarantees that whatever you’re concealing always has the element of surprise.
The jockstrap is the simplest of the designs with the above mentioned contoured pouch, contrasting piping around the outside and fully functional vertical zipper which not only reinforces the bulge but provides easy access (or exit). With two one inch jock “straps” round the back and a full two inch masculine waistband with horizontal sports stripping and bold Cellblock 13 logo.
Our favorite, the Ambush Wrestling Singlet has a base color of black and starts at the shoulders and swoops down in a dangerous descent to the treasure chest below – the low rise zippered pouch is highlighted with white piping around the edge in case you didn’t know where to look. Around the back you’ll find a contrasting rear panel with another handy centered vertical zipper. The visual is stunning and even more so when unzipped.
Similarly, the Ambush Short is a low rise bicycle short with legs that end just above the knee. Like the singlet, white piping edge the zippered pouch. Around the back you’ll find a rear panel also with contrasting piping complete with another centered vertical zipper that let’s guys know whether or not you’re open for business.
If the body and bulge hugging spandex doesn’t get you noticed then simply unzip to ambush them with a full frontal (and rear) assault. A line like Ambush is a perfect fit for Jockstrap Central with their we-show-everything stance, uncensored original photography and never-shy models. Be sure to check them out.
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