One brand I really miss meeting with is N2N Bodywear. They used to have a suite in the Mandalay bay and I would go see all the new gear for the year. This is from February 2013. They are such a great company and some of my fav peeps to hang with in Vegas.
So for this week, our Editor-in-Chief Tim wanted us to write on ways underwear has empowered us or given us confidence. Rather than talk about the typical “Wearing sexy underwear helps me feel more confident” concept, I took this idea in a slightly different direction.
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
In August of 2012 at Curve we met with Jam. They were a part of Rounderbum. This was part of Curve. This was also the trip I didn’t realize that the show started a day earlier than I thought. So I had to fly out at 6 AM and go straight to the show from the Airport.
Who would’ve thought that underwear could empower you? The thought never crossed my mind in my teens when I started my journey into the interest of skimpy underwear. I just thought bikinis and thongs were very sexy looking on the ladies. That soon turned into an interest of wondering what wearing bikinis and thongs would be like. I never knew it would lead to more than wearing something I thought looked sexy.
I knew when I slipped on my first pair of string bikini underwear I got at Kmart that there was something special about them. How special I did not know. What I did know is I liked how they looked and felt on and that I wanted to try the others that Kmart carried at the time. When I wore them I always felt great in them. Was awesome knowing I was wearing something I thought was sexy that I never saw other guys my age or any age wearing.
College is when I really got into pursuing the underwear realm. I sought out other like-minded individuals and places that offered sexier men’s underwear online. I got my first thong from Undergear, which was a g-string to try. That stepped up the game even more of wearing skimpy underwear for me. During my sophomore year, I made the ultimate decision to make the complete switch to wearing only bikinis and thongs. No one knew of my bikinis and thongs except my girlfriend at the time. She seemed to be into me wearing them. I was discreet in my changing so roommates didn’t see, which none I’m aware of did find out my choice.
Throughout my journey to the all-out switch, I always knew that wearing a bikini or thong changed my mood. I’m sure I attributed it to a horny teenager and college student. Now I know there is more to it than that. A big thing that a good fitting pair that holds things nicely, moves well with you is it brings on confidence. A pair that makes you feel sexy when you slip it on does wonders to one’s confidence too. Being confident in oneself leads to empowerment.
How has underwear empowered me? Well, here I am writing about underwear. It’s brought me to blogging, which is a bit funny. I always dreaded writing. It took me forever to write things throughout school. Still takes me time, but having a passion for underwear seems to help writing flow a bit better. Guess you could say it has empowered me to be a voice for the guys that do and/or want to wear sexier styles of underwear. Now I can be one of the people that I was looking for when I got into bikinis and thongs. I could probably argue it has helped improve my writing skills too.
Another thing my underwear has empowered me to do is get out of my comfort zone. I’m not one that likes to stand out, which my underwear choice would do. But I’ve come to the point I want to lead by example in my underwear journey. So I’ve started being less concern about who sees me when I’m changing in places like a locker room. I don’t go out of my way to make sure people see me, but I try to be less discreet than the past. The hope is if someone does get a glimpse; it may get them interested in trying something skimpy. This has spilled over to swim briefs too. I finally started wearing them at the local beaches last summer instead of only on vacations. This was the biggest push out of my comfort zone since I’m not outgoing and try to avoid awkward situations. What do you know, I survived the experience. Still, work to be done, but I feel like I’m ready to continue on with it.
My passion for bikinis and thongs drives me to get the word out that they aren’t just for showing off to your partner. This goes for both sexes. People need to know how wearing something sexy for oneself can boost one’s self-confidence, put some pep in that step, and that it’s okay to feel sexy for yourself. Let’s break the societal norms of what one should wear. Start letting underwear empower you and spread it on to others.
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
In August 2011, we were at Curve and met Stud Underwear. Curve used to have half the men’s brands but now it’s almost exclusively men’s. It’s also now a part of Magic/Project.
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
Best Bikini
Best Thong
Best Jock
Best Jockbrief
Best Trunk
Best Boxer Brief
Best Fetish Brand
Best Swimwear
Best Spandex Gear, Link
Best Brand E-Commerce Site, Link
Best Underwear Retailer – online, Link
Best Underwear Retailer – Brick & Mortar,
Best Underwear Model
Best Underwear Photographer
Best New Brand
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:
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.
It’s Magic/Project week and I love sharing previous pics from the shows. This is from February 2011. The first time we saw Marko Lebeau with Good Boy Gone Bad
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
aussieBum has some amazing sales! This one is the end of season sale and get up to 50% off! Go shop now while supplies last!
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
The popular EREBUS Series is available Early February. 2 new colours!
Its time to break out the sexy undies. One company that makes sexy undies in amazing farics is Gregg Homme. Shop all they have for Valentine’s Day or just for a Tuesday
Do you remember the Valentine’s Guide we shot? WHEW this was a shoot that had a lot of underwear, a model who fell out at the last minute and a rush to get done! We hope you enjoy this look back.
They’re back! Jockstrap Central’s best selling jocks ever are not only back in the original two colors (orange and black) but they now have them in two new colors. Originally launched in 2010 but disappeared a year later due to a supply issue. It’s all been resolved and they’re back on our shelves.
PPU has brilliantly created one of the most stylish jockstraps ever by incorporating a couple of unique and awesome looking features:
Like all jockstraps, the PPU Jockstrap has elastic leg straps that join the waistband but where it really gets interesting: the leg straps continue traveling below and parallel to the waistband until they meet the pouch forming a sexy slit between the two. Both the duo-colored one inch wide leg straps and one-and-a-half inch wide waistband are made of a super-soft plushed elastic.
The mostly cotton pouch has a hint of spandex for stretch and shape retention with a striking contrasting piping around the outside.
Not only is this a stunning looking jockstraps, guys with more going on down there will particularly love the roomy pouch, the welcome contouring and stretchy fabric all designed to not crush those boys of yours. Need proof, look no further than our larger than life models Santos and Kaine!
Of course, next to the styling and fit, the next best feature is the incredible price! They’re only $14 each
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It’s Thong Thursday! One awesome thong you need to try is the Sukrew Bubble thong. It’s super sexy and has the awesome Sukrew pouch!
Also go take our thong questionnaire on the Thong Thong Thong post yesterday. There were a few technical difficulties with the form.
Valentine’s Day is about love and passion! Some of us will have it and others of us will celebrate Singles Day! This post you have me the single guy giving you two recommendations and Osgon and UNB Ryan who each has a significant other give his suggestions. Don’t be sad I’m used to the single life! And dating will happen when it happens.
UNB Tim’s Recommendation
Just because you are single doesn’t mean you can’t wear great undies. I have two suggestions for you for the big night of watching Netflixing and chilling alone. The first pair is the Cocksox CX01 Bikini. This is hands down one of the best pairs to make you feel great. The bikini gives what you got a bit of a lift and shows it off! The fabric is amazing and fits very well. It’s super fun and I feel super sexy when I wear them.
Another pair that I LOVE is another bikini! It’s the Ergowear Suave X3D Bikini. The X3D is my favorite pouch. Followed by the Max and Feel pouches. The pouch is great but the fabric really makes the Suave collection. It’s amazingly soft and feels amazing on you. Those are the two things that I look for most!
Being single isn’t about not wearing great underwear because no one will see it. You know you are wearing it! So break it out and enjoy!
Osgon’s Recommendations
I’ve always viewed Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to try a new and daring pair of underwear. This might include a designer that’s new to me, or it might be a style that I don’t wear on a typical day. I also use VD as an excuse to spend a little more on a pair of underwear, especially if I think my husband might appreciate my extra effort.
In past years my selections included a variety of jocks, thongs and g-strings in varying fabrics and colors. Silk, cotton, microfiber, pleather, and even leather have made a Valentine’s Day appearance. A favorite from many years ago was a red silk contour thong from the now gone Undergear.
If you’ve never tried silk, you should. Silk is always appropriate for special occasions such as Valentine’s Day. It’s a sexy, unisex fabric. Whether you choose a boxer, bikini, thong, or g-string silhouette, silk provides a smoothness and a coolness next to your skin that is unmatched.
If you’re looking to step outside your comfort zone and try silk underwear, online Retailer His Room currently offers two different silk knit thongs by Magic Silk. I recommend both. The first (featuring a moniker waistband) is on sale for $16.10. The second (without a branded waistband) sells for $15.75.
Other silhouettes and colors are also available at www.hisroom.com at varying prices.
UNB Ryan recommendation
I don’t get too excited about Valentine’s Day, but will absolutely use it as another excuse to buy some new cute underwear. If you’ve read anything I have written in the past you’ll know that my favorite thing to wear is a thong, both as underwear and swimwear. Unfortunately living in North Carolina it’s gonna be too cold to wear my swim thong on Valentine’s Day so I’ll have to settle for a sexy pair under my pants!
For this Valentine’s Day I plan to wear my white Joe Snyder Sock It Thong. It is crafted out of white lace, which is perfect for a sext Valentine’s Day surprise for your spouse or partner. I am married, and try to think about what my wife will like to see me in when picking out a date night outfit. Picking out my underwear is the first step. First, I always pick something that suits my mood and what we’ll be doing. Next, I always try to find something that will be exciting for her to see me in! Last, I always want something that accentuates my better features. For me I definitely think that’s my booty!
I found the Joe Snyder Sock-It thong on https://joe-snyder.us/onestepcheckout/index/. It currently retails for $30.
This is a photo set we have received from Adrian C. Martin. This features the amazing Zeus Gonzalez. He’s 25 years old and he’s from the Canary Islands. He’s a professional massage therapist.Hope you enjoy this work we’ve done.
Credits:
Photos: Adrian C. Martin (@adriancmartin)
Model: Zeus Gonzalez (@zeusg.s)
All wear: Curbwear (@curbwear_)
Location: Maspalomas, Spain
Who loves a jock? Today is Jockstrap Wednesday and I wanted to run a pic from Jockstrap Central. These are PUMP Undies from last year. It also features their favorite model Trent. If you need a jock, go shop the experts at Jockstrap Central.
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Thongs are rising in popularity on the site. Not only with guys who have loved them but new guys are discovering them. It’s ranging across the sexual orientation spectrum. It has really surprised me that as many straight guys have taken to them. Look at UNB and you can see where that is true. The Thongged Ginger, Underwear Dude, and UNB Ryan all love them. I mean really love them!
It has me thinking that we need to do a lot more thong content! Those who aren’t thong fans don’t worry it won’t be all thongs all the time! But I”m thinking at least one to two times a week. One idea I have is to do a thong review every Thursday on Thong Thursday and the potential for you, our readers to pick one of the thongs we review. The best part is it could be from anywhere in the world.
If you guys want this content I have a few questions for you guys to answer.
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Thanks for taking the time to answer those questions. I have always put our reader experience first! I personally hate blogs and sites where it’s hard to find the content you want. Or, if you get deluged by ads and email sign ups. I F*ing hate that. By doing UNB the way I have made these decisions for reader enjoyment. It’s also a great way for me to share my passion.
I’ll let you guys know the results very soon! Shhh, I like doing Polls but I love sharing results with you guys.