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New Male Basics Geometric Design – Chevron, Byblos and Hound Patterns

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MaleBasics came out with their new Geometric line this past week. It’s a really fun line featuring Chevron, Byblos and Hounds Tooth patterns. Here is what they told us about the line.

We decided to have a bit of fun with this new collection while keeping it classy end elegant. it’s all inspired on this season’s trend: Geometrics. We went from the traditional and classy “Houndstooth” a.k.a “Prince of Wales” to the simplicity of Chevrons. The Malebasics Geometric Collection honors the colors that have defined the brand for the last 12 years: Red, Black and White

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We chose 3 patterns that are very different from one another. Malebasics Byblos is an elegant pattern, inspired by structures that are impossible to achieve in the tangible world, it is a classy reminder of Japanese engravings and Op Art. Wait until you see how this hypnotic pattern gets wrapped around your waist.

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We made the Malebasics Chevron Pattern very irregular on purpose. The idea was to recreate the hand-traced patterns that can be found in African and Amazonian tribes. The effect is extremely beautiful and elegant when printed on our super soft fabric.

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“The Prince of Wales”: The quintessential masculine pattern. Commonly known as the Houndtsooth, it has its origins on the garments used by Scottish shepherds. Then popularized by Edward VIII, Duke of Windsor and Prince of Wales, it was adopted by upper classes as a symbol of status. During the 20th Century, designers like Christian Dior, Moschino and Chanel have used the pattern in their collections. As the geometrics are coming back this season, what pattern could be best revived if not the Houndstooth? We decided to go ahead with a Classic as we felt that it was time for the Prince to make it all the way to your underpants but this time, oversized!

The high percentage of Cotton on this collection and its weight, makes it very resistant and soft to the touch. We took our engineered underwear and transformed it by suing these new prints. The comfort is the same it’s just the look that has changed. There is a new element in this collection and that is the fact that we started to use our new logo on the waistband. Also, this is our first collection of Underwear that includes a Jockstrap.

Find the Patterns for pre-order  and more at the Male Basics Site – http://www.malebasics.com

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Review – PPU Boxer #1322

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The pair of underwear I am reviewing is the PPU Boxer #1322.  Before trying these on, I enjoyed taking in the big picture.  The white fabric has see through polka dots, the waistband is red with contrasting black logo sewn in, the leg openings have black piping to contrast with the stark white and bright red, and there is a black mesh area above the pouch for a peek-a-boo effect.  Interesting.  The PPU logo sits on each side and is not centered over the pouch which does not bother me like it bothers other guys.  The red waistband has a metallic sheen to it which I really enjoyed.

After trying them on, the waistband is comfortable at nearly two inches in width.  The slight pouch was accommodating, conforming, and defining.  While this is a boxer, it felt more like a brief.  Companies seem to have their own take on what defines a boxer and in this case I suppose a slightly longer side panel is the key.  The boxer was pieced together in multiple pieces to create the pouch and had a seam down the center of the rear for even more definition of the assets.  The black mesh panel shows off the area above the bits and the upper portion of the bits, as well.  It is quite erotic, in my opinion.  This boxer comes in several colors (mint, white, black) that most anyone would enjoy.  This is my second pair of PPU underwear and I like them.

While wearing this pair of underwear, I went on an extended shopping experience over an eight hour period with lots of walking, bending, and trying on clothes.  It was a busy day filled with quite a bit of activity that tested the underwear under normal circumstances for most guys.  The pair fit well, looked good, did not bunch up, did not ride up, and felt like I did not have underwear on at all.  This pair of underwear would be good for a night out on the town or everyday wear, but not for exercising or major activity.

I received a size extra large in this boxer.  This size should cover a 34-36 pant size.  Sizing was not true to size as I am a large in the vast majority of underwear, but this is a non-issue as the company tells you that the XL is a 34-36” size.  So, size up.  This pair can be found for around 21$ on most websites.

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I loved the polka dot see through pattern that made up the body of the underwear, the metallic red waistband, the black contrasting piping around the legs, the black mesh see through peek-a-boo panel, and the way the crotch area felt against my skin.  82.5% Nylon and 17.5% Spandex fabric combination makes this a slightly stretchy and conforming pair of underwear that I enjoyed.  The rear seam was another part of the boxer that I enjoyed as it showed off the assets.  This boxer had nothing about it that I could complain about.

Overall, this was a nice pair of underwear and I felt sexy and comfortable at the same time while wearing them.  The design is conforming to the body and creates a fantastic profile from the front and the rear.  I did find that one could take the pouch and pull it down and under the package to push up the mesh pouch area and create a totally different look for the boxer.  I enjoyed this boxer and look forward to wearing it again.

Pros

  • Style
  • Fabric
  • Color Combination
  • Cool Pouch design

Cons

  • None

Ratings:
· Daily Fit – A
· Sizing – B
· Construction/Materials – A
· Styling – A
· Daily Performance – A
· Overall – A-

 

PPU furnished these for review.

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Top Staff Picks for Adding Color to your Undies Drawer

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I asked a few of the guys on the site to give me what undies would they suggest for summer. Each guy gave me a pair and a reason why it would be a great pair for summer. Here is our list of what we think would make great additions to your underwear drawer.

 133137-102025_58131_1 UNB J.D. – Bjorn Borg Check It -Nothing says summer light bright yellow, purple and pink plaid, Check Yourself in the awesome pair of Bjorn Borgs.
 o4e0c427738496_cx01_orange_34_301x340 AtlBriefs – Cocksox CX01 Bikini Orange – Cocksox brief in orange. Aside from the fantastic fit, the bright color definitely puts some pep in my step
 c-in2_ss13_3426_clearwater_teal_f_zen_mens_underwear_street_jock_strap UNBBrandon – C-IN2 Zen Street Jock Clearwater – I am a huge fan of bright colors so it was difficult for me to pick one but I am also not the kind of person who punts when asked to pick just one thing. So for me, it’s my pair of C-IN2 Zen Sport Briefs in “Clearwater.” I think the light turquoise color is very summery, and the underwear itself is perfect for hot summer days because it features perforated rayon (mesh) fabric.
 0010-X37620-80014 Alex B – 2(x)ist Cabana Stripe – 2(X)ist does a great job picking new and flashy colors and designs. This pair has it all, the colors  and the stripes. These bright colors are the colors of this summer.
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 41  TTheamazing – Andrew Christian Trophy Boy Boxer Brief Electric Blue – I love the electric blue color because it makes me think of the carribbean and i’m on vacation

 

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New Sauvage Retro Swimwear Collection Is In Style For Summer

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From paisley prints and plaids to solid colors and tribal designs, Sauvage Swimwear brings cool vintage style to men’s summer fashion. Made in San Diego, CA, the brand features premium quality swimsuits, including styles made with luxurious imported Italian fabric for an unrivaled look and feel.

Choose from trendy square-cut silhouettes that showcase your beach body or go the traditional route with longer leg lengths and classic colors. Sauvage offers such a wide variety of cuts, patterns and colors that there’s something for every kind of guy.

Modeling the Sauvage collection is International Jock’s newest model, George Johnson of LA Models. George has been modeling for five months and exudes sex appeal and the natural talent of a seasoned pro. He began modeling with a trip to Hong Kong for Abercrombie and Fitch. Prior to that, he attended California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo where he studied kinesiology and was a receiver on the football team.  In his free time, he likes to be out and about, and his future plans include travelling the world, starting a family, and owning a small business.

With one of the most extensive collections of men’s swimwear anywhere, International Jock is excited to have George Johnson modeling Sauvage and many other prestigious brands.

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Underwear of the Week – 2EROS Black Label Trunk

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Today’s Underwear of the Week is the 2EROS Black Label Trunk. The Black Label line is very classic in it’s styling. As mentioned above you won’t find bright colors. But don’t let that fool you the fit on these are amazing. As they say don’t judge a book by it’s cover. This has come to be one of my favorite ranges from 2EROS. The 2EROS site sums it up best “You will love the clean lines and metallic waistband plus featuring the Black Label woven emblem.”

The Black Label line from 2EROS is made form the same material (87% Tactel (Nylon) /13% Elastane) as the Jock Series. However, unlike the Jock Series this one is just available in Black, White and Navy, depending on the pair. This pair will breathe with you and feel amazing all day.

Reasons this Pair is our Underwear of the Week:

  • Classic styling with a modern twist
  • Great waist band made specifically for the Black Label line
  • Breathable and perfect for an active guy
  • Longer in seam for more coverage
  • Sexy and slim cut
  • Available in Black and White

This pair is available on the 2EROS website for $36.95 AUD

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Croota Underwear Fights To “Save The AS5” In New Campaign

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The United States of Australia have finally taken over the United States of America; in the form of low-rise, comfortable men’s underwear. About two years ago, Aussie underwear company Croota (www.croota.com) entered American shores and quickly gained ground in the highly saturated men’s underwear market. Expanding its headquarters to Irvine, CA has since helped the company experience exponential growth, brand sovereignty and visibility thanks also to its “Save the AS5” campaign, wherein the company has appealed to men who were once set on their old, boring underwear.

The new “Waisted” range offers guys a lighter, comfortable fitting boxer that hugs the body but gives enough room for it to breathe. “Waisted” is made of 95% cotton and 5% elastane, which combination allows for a sexy pair of low-rise boxers to comfortably fit under any pant. The range is offered in two versatile colors, blue indigo featuring a hot pink and silver waistband, and gray which features a maroon and silver waistband. A two-button front allows more give in the pouch and thigh. To add more flavor to this boxer, Croota added an 8×3 patch on the front left side, and additional vertical logo on the right and a silver Croota slogan on the rear directly below the brand label. The ranges retails for $21.90 USD.

“The American market has been highly receptive to our brand and our bold choices in color, fit and styles,” said Sang Croota, founder and creative director of the brand. “We’re excited to be offering our underwear to men across this country, and we look forward to continuing our efforts to ‘Save the AS5’ from boring underwear.”

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The name of Croota’s “Waisted” line came about as many manufacturers refused to assist with such a detailed waistband. The combination of satin and colored fabric to provide the intricate design is unprecedented in the underwear industry.

By introducing new ranges every two to three months, Croota offers a varied selection of boxers, trunks and briefs to men of all walks of life. It’s a fun, affordable brand that invites color, cut and fit for the fashion-conscious to the fashion-weary. Prices range from $18 – $22 USD, with special promotions on best sellers of the month. Croota is fully stocked in the U.S., and all American orders are dispatched from California. Free nationwide (1-5 business day) delivery is offered to U.S. customers.

For more information about Croota Underwear or the “Save the AS5” campaign, please visit www.croota.com.

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Are you a DILF? We have the underwear for you!

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There is a new brand called DILF Pickle on the market. We got a chance to talk to them about this new brand. Here is our interview:

You’re a new brand we ran across on twitter, so tell us why you picked the name with Dilf?

Well, we went with DILF because we wanted to have something that stood out as well as allowed the guys to say something about themselves. I think wearing a waistband that acknowledges that you are a guy others would like to f*ck is a pretty bold move and we approve.IMG_2107

What is your philosophy of making underwear?

We think that they should be comfortable, stylish, and allow you to state something about yourself or your interests. Don’t get me wrong, I love a lot of designer names and other brands, but who wants to be a walking billboard all of the time? And what does it say about you other than, “hey, I like Brand X.” We wanted to give men something that made them feel confident and maybe even a little cocky while covering a basic need that almost all men have: underwear. We wanted to make something for the every day man. One of the things at the forefront of our mind when creating our style is that not everyone is a 28 in. waist poster model/Gym Bunny. Hey, they look good in them too but so does the dude next door.

 What styles do you currently offer?

Dilf by Dilf Pickle is our premiere style. It’s a comfortably cut boxer brief with a generous front pouch that says “DILF” along the waist. It’s currently available in Black, White and Grey.

 Any plans for the future you can share?

Ahh! Secrets of the trade. Well, as I mentioned we want to give men something so they can make a statement about themselves. We will be carrying that theme throughout our designs in the future. As we grow we want to make sure that everyone is covered and what that means is incorporating new patters, colors, and cuts. We won’t forget the jockstrap lovers either.

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Follow us on Twitter and Tumblr

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If you haven’t connected with us on Social Media you definitely should! You can talk directly to us and we love talking to our readers. You can also share your own pics in underwear with us on Tumbr. The individual accounts are new, so make sure you follow your favorite guy and introduce yourself!

How to connect you ask? In these ways:

These are just a few ways to connect. We will promote more guys when they get Twitter accounts.

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Style Brief – Alpha+Omega Sling Brief

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One thing I love more then anything is to bring you guys new underwear. Some of you out there may know Alpha+Omega underwear, but I”m betting a large part of our readers may not bee too familiar with the brand. If you’re not then Alpha+Omega says this about their brand:”Our underwear has been designed to be the most comfortable you have ever worn.  So comfortable in fact that you will feel as though you are wearing none at all.”

The pair we chose to profile today is the Sling Brief. You maybe asking why did we choose this pair? Well, the design is the main reason. The pouch is attached  at the bottom and on two places on the waist band for the pouch is able to hang free and move with your body. You can’t see it in the picture but the pouch has access from either side. To me it’s a really cool design.

The color is offset by the contrasting black trim on a light blue fabric. Speaking of the fabric the pair is made out of a 95% Cotton 5% Lycra blend. So it will be soft against your body.

The pair retails for $24.99 at the Alpha+Omega website – http://alphaomegawear.com/

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New C-IN2 Swim for 2013

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C-IN2 has released the new swimwear for 2013. This year the collection consists of Woven Trunks. C-IN2 knows that not every guy wants to wear a swim brief or something smaller on the beach. In this case C-IN2 literally has you covered.

The C-IN2 swimwear collection has two different lengths. The first is a shorter 4 inch and a longer 6 inch inseam. When you first hear a 4 inch inseam you may think it sounds short, but looking at the pairs it’s not super short. There are other brands that make trunk that are way smaller than these woven shorts. White these are  not considered board shorts, the C-IN2 shorts should hit mid thigh.

The different styles are:

  • Swim 4-inch Relay Woven Trunks – $70.00
    • Ombre (Navy)
    • Red Remix
    • Sunkist – pattern
    • Clearwater – pattern
  • Swim 6-inch Relay Woven Trunks $80.00
    • Scuba Blue
    • Graph Grey
    • Sharp Grass
    • Bungee Cord
    • Ombrey – stripes
    • Red Remix stripes
  • Swim 6-inch Freestyle Woven Trunks – $80.00
    • Candy Coated
    • Ombre
  • Swim 4-inch Sunset Cocktails Woven Trunk $70.00
    • Turquoise
    • Siro
    • Bright Orange
  • Swim 6-inch Sunset Cocktails Woven Trunk – $80.00
    • Graphite
    • Black
    • Ombre

Find all of these suits at the C-IN2 website.

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Brief Talk – Straight Talk about Underwear Part 3

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Brandon: Underwear labels clearly don’t shy away from sexing up/playing into the gay-factor with their ads. Does the prevalence of designer underwear labels and the chiseled male models in their ad campaigns play any role in the gay male’s body image? (I know I’ve shied away from certain lines because I’ve had to pause and think, yeah that looks great on this guy with a 31″ waist, but I am too fat to pull it off…)

Tim: Yes definitely it plays an image in a gay man’s body image. Every guy wants to look good in their undies. As a gay guy, seeing a hot guy in undies will make me look at the ad or box cover and think many guys will do the same. It’s also a way to get a new brand noticed. Show some hot guys in underwear and it spreads around the net. I think part of the purchase of underwear is we want to look as good as the model does in the picture. In marketing it’s “If I buy this underwear I will look as good as the model”.

You bring a point to the bigger issue regardless of sexual orientation. How many of us really look like male models? Most of us are Real guys and we want to know how underwear will fit an average guy. It’s something I have dealt with on the UNB site. We all agree on a buff underwear model with at 32 waist and six pack abs anything would look good on them. I hear from guys all the time that they want to see more pictures in reviews and on the site in general on how underwear looks on real guys. It’s sort of a double edge sword. One one hand you can post real guys in underwear, like our guides, but get comments like “They shouldn’t be wearing that” “those are not models” and my favorite “That guy is too fat to wear those undies.” when the model was a 32 waist but a bigger build. To take it back to your main question, I’m a bigger guy too, we’re roughly the same height and build, and have debated putting self pics on my reviews. Being gay putting pics up of me in undies is something that I am not looking forward to comments about how I look. I have shared some with friends but broadcasting to the larger audience makes me very nervous. I have worked really hard to loose weight and be able to fit in the undies we now report on. I think now I’m getting to a build that reflects many of our readers. So your “I’m too fat” comment strikes so close to home. I just have it in my head that May guys will comment “Oh he should know that he shouldn’t wear underwear like that cause he’s fat..” I am going to post a self pic on a review soon to gauge the interest and comments but it’s not something I am looking forward too!

I know brands need to sell underwear and let’s face it sex sells. Not just in men’s underwear but in just about any product category. Plus I think the gay audience is still more open to having more sexually suggestive ads in underwear. As I have stated in this Q&A when it gets to the main stream they don’t want to offend the audience. That’s a whole other can of worms to open. It’s starting to change but it’s not going to be over night. We are seeing that slowly change. The prime example is the new Calvin Klein ad that ran in this last years Super Bowl. Unlike the David Beckham H&M ad you saw all the underwear. This is a giant step forward to when we used to have men’s underwear ads and never show the underwear on a person.

This concludes this Brief Talk. Brandon and myself will be back soon with more Straight Talk. We hope you have enjoyed the chat between us. There are other Brief Talks in work on the site. They will be out very soon!

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Sales Brief

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 6-1-13-2 Need undies with Extra Room check out the Andrew Christian Trophy boy. “For the guys that are hung” They have the Boxer shown but also a brief and jock.

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 hero 2x a year 2(X)ist has a 25% off Site Wide sale. It’s going on right now so go shop and save on some of your favorite and maybe some new favorites from 2(X)ist.

Shop at: http://www.2xist.com
 h1_02 UnderGear is giving you 40% off your highest priced item today. This offer expires today. Use code U2JD at check out.

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 jason.231726 James Tudor has relaunched their site and released a few new styles.

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 feature_01 For a limited time 10Percent.com is giving you 25% off any three items. This includes swim, underwear and more.

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 Web For the next two weeks Johnny Beach Buns is giving you up to $20 off your order. This savings goes on for two weeks. This is perfect for you wanting to show your pride. Use codes: Pride5, Pride10 or Pride 20.

Shop at: http://www.johhnybeachbuns.com
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Underwear of the Month

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The votes are in and the winner of our June Underwear of the Month is… The Calvin Klein CK One Micro Hip Brief. Voting went back and forth and it was a close race. I think what won this pair the title of underwear of the month is it’s a great stripe pattern. It’s not a pair you would expect to see from Calvin Klein.

Some of the comments we received were:

  • Super soft! Super comfortable! Forget it’s there! Perfect fit! – Steve
  • You can never go wrong with Calvin Klein

These comments carried over to Facebook when we posted them on there. It should have been a clue that the pair would do well when we got more likes then some of the other pairs. If you want a great pair that looks amazing then go to International Jock and pick up our Underwear of the Month for $22

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Style Brief – Skmpeez PhyzEd Euroz

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We have entered swim season! Many of our readers hit the beaches of Pensacola, Rehobeth, Miami, San Diego and more! Swimwear is something we tend to buy less often then underwear. We at UNB believe that you should have more then one pair for summer! One pair you should definitely take a look at is Skmpeez PhysEd Euroz.

The PhyzEd is more of a trunk/square cut then a bikini. The Euroz cut at Skmpeez is “s reminiscent of the Brazilian sunga but with a slight pouch in the front” This suit will be you a bit more support.

Skmpeez scores some points on the design. The PhyzEd has a great “Property of” graphic on the front and the rear. It will draw attention to you no matter where you go. Made out of 84% Polyester 16% Spandex material with 100% nylon liner. Available in Kelly and Royal. Lastly, made in Canada and retails for $48.00

If you need a new suit, go to the Skmpeez site we are sure you will find something.

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