JOR was one of our participants in the UNB Holiday Guide! They have been a partner for a few year. This year they continue the tradition of making amazing undies with bold colors and prints.
Models: Andrew, Martin, and Jacob
Photography: Taylor Campbell
Videography: UNB
See the Guide at: http://bit.ly/2j80qEv
Get Underwear:
JOR – http://www.jor.com.co
Music is Christmas Party, purchased from Pond5 (https://www.pond5.com/stock-music/700…)
Gregg Homme makes some of the softest and innovative underwear on the market. The new collection was just released and you need to go to their site to check it out. You will be glad you did!
When I started UNB almost 10 years ago, the site’s readers were almost 100% gay. This was not a shock to me, being a gay guy who has always loved underwear. I wanted to share my passion with others and introduce others into the world of amazing men’s underwear. As we grew, our readership grew and so did our straight readers. I would interact with them and have become friends with quite a few straight guys. They would tell me friends and ex’s would tell them they were gay for wearing something such as a bikini, lace, thong or anything else skimpy and bright.
This made me go WTF? Underwear makes you gay? If only, I could finally date someone into undies (I jest!). Straight guys are supposed to wear boxers and boxer briefs. These pairs should have no fashion or form. Look at the pairs in the big box stores. Granted, they have improved over the last 10 years but they still don’t offer the support and fashion of men’s “fashion underwear.”
Where did the “gay” label come from?
After talking to Salvatore the other day via text about this. It got me thinking. He mentioned he read an article where gay guys in the North East wore swim briefs and labeled the entire line “gay”. Yeah, this could have happened but it goes deeper than just a regional thing. This is all over the US and has been for a while.
One of the biggest is peer pressure. Even when we get out of school a lot of people want to fit in and not rock the boat. If all their friends are wearing boxer, you should be wearing them too. If you deviate from the norm you are labeled as strange or in this case gay. I can’t tell you the number of guys who have told me they wore boxers over their bikinis or thongs so their friends wouldn’t find out they loved something skimpy. If they didn’t do that, they would wear something basic when out with friends.
The next reason is the view of sex and of men in the US. Each year a big event during the holiday season is the Victoria Secret Runway show. It was broadcast on National TV during prime time. I think it ended last year. There were no thoughts of a woman in skimpy lingerie walking down a runway. Now, put a man in a bikini down the same runway and it’s “WAIT A MINUTE.” Men in the US can’t be objectified as sexual beings. On broadcast TV you never see a guy in anything but boxers or boxer briefs. This is definitely a double standard in the world. We have seen this personally in ads we have wanted to run and a reluctance of some for working with us (some underwear brands and other brands.)
Was it always this way?
In the 70’s and 80’s underwear was moving towards bikinis and colors. It was not uncommon for guys to sport a bikini or something fun. I was in my early teens at the start of the 80’s and the underwear choices in department stores blew my mind. Jockey has some of the best bikinis, yes Jockey. If you know the Jockey of today it seems almost foreign. This is also where the nylon underwear came into popularity. Google underwear ads of the 70’s and 80’s
If you’re younger, one thing that will blow your mind is we had MLB and NFL players doing print ads for underwear. I”m not talking the Tim Tebow Jockey ads where you never saw him in the undies. Jim Palmer was in the pages of People magazine. He was wearing Jockey Elance or similar bikini. I remember seeing this and it blew my mind and I had to have those bikinis. Today could you picture your favorite baseball or football player wearing bikinis for all to see?
We also didn’t have the amazing fabrics of today. They were made of nylon, nylon blend, cotton and very few stretchy materials. I remember one of my favorite Jockey bikinis got a run in the pouch. A run like you would get in women’s stockings. Being a broke high school kid, I didn’t have the money to replace them. Then shortly thereafter the line was retired.
Then it all came to an end by the end of the 80’s. We saw the introduction of the boxer brief. Then the dull period of underwear. Where you could get colors but only black, grey, or white. It was this way for a while. Luckily the internet came along and brands were able to find markets for their smaller cuts and bold colors.
Is Underwear Currently Gay?
When you think about what the public considers gay underwear. They include thongs, lace, bikinis, and bodysuits. The general public my turn its nose up at those but we have straight writers who love them. UndiesDude, TheBottomDrawer, TheThongedGinger and UNB Ryan all love thongs. They are some of the biggest thong lovers I have ever seen. As for lace, UNB Mike has really taken to lace and finds it super sexy. UNB Ryan wants to try a bodysuit.
Speaking of straight guys loving underwear. Right now the majority of UNB writers are straight. I didn’t think this would happen for quite a while. When I think about it I think I am the only gay guy, active on the site right now. After working with these guys they have a massive love of underwear. At times I think their love for undies stronger than a lot of gay guys. It makes me smile to see them really get involved in the underwear world. I consider these as friends as well. It’s awesome that underwear brought us together.
What happens next?
We are slowly moving towards a world where guys can wear what they want. It’s slow! From 2008 till now I have seen movement in what companies are producing. Going are the boxer briefs and briefs and bikinis are growing in new lines. The double standard is still there where you can’t objectify a man.
Unlike in the 70’s-80’s, we now have the internet and blogs where guys can find what they want and meet other guys into the same undies. Guys can be anonymous on the net. There are many straight guys on Twitter and Instagram showing their love of undies. One of them is JayinCA who has become a part-time guest writer here. Remember, if a straight guy is posting pics of him in underwear, don’t assume he’s gay. This goes to the gay guys, people like to show off and share their love of underwear. Don’t call them gay, ask to see X pics or send them dirty messages. Send them messages of encouragement for putting themselves out there. Social Media can be harsh and we need to support our underwear brothers. Our brothers who are gay, bi and straight!
Curious as to how you think we can change this going forward. I don’t have one right answer for moving forward. It’s a very complex issues. Some would say its a trival one but it reflects the society in general. Let’s have a real and honest discussion about this guys.
It’s the official BTW video of the UNB Holiday Guide 2017 shoot. It was a lot of fun working with Martin & Andrew. We had new commercial Jacob as well! We plan to do more with all these guys. The shoot was shot by Taylor Campbell. Brands include JOR, Cocksox, BodyAware and Bum-Chums
We hope you enjoy this guide! We have JOR, Cocksox, BodyAware,and Bum-Chums participating in this years shoot. The models may seem familiar, two are Martin and Andrew our video reviewers and the newest guy is Jacob! We had a lot of fun doing the shoot and it’s by far one of the favorite shots we have ever done! Our photographer is Taylor Campbell who has shot a few of our guides!
Each pair has a link to buy. At the bottom of the post we will have all the information (sizes, fabric, and price)
Jacob (standing) is wearing the Mojito Brief from JOR
Martin is wearing the Kabala Brief from JOR in Petrol
Andrew is wearing the Havana Brief from JOR
Martin is wearing the Believe Brief from JOR
Jacob is wearing the Chronos Brief from JOR in White
Andrew is wearing the Long John from Cocksox in Crystal Blue
Jacob is wearing the Sports Brief from Cocksox in Ink Blue
Andrew is wearing the Sling Shot from Cocksox in Lucious
Andrew is wearing the CX68N Trunk from Cocksox in Crystal Blue
Martin is wearing the Glistening Satin Pouch Brief from BodyAware in Lavender
Jacob is wearing the Peep Show Satin Brief by Bodyaware in Pink.
From Left to right:
Martin is wearing the Moon Pants Hipster from Bum Chums in silver
From Left to Right
Credits:
Brands: JOR, Cocksox, BodyAware and Bum Chums
Models: Andrew, Martin, and Jacob
Photog: Taylor Campbell
Where to buy:
Description of Pairs
I personally don’t live very close to a known men’s underwear store. I also have not had the privilege of shopping at one either. I have bought from local department stores when they use to have some selection of underwear styles I like. Unfortunately, It has been a long time now that I have been able to do that. It would be nice to just go to the store and get a pair or two. Okay, let’s be a little more realistic with maybe a half dozen or so. Guess it would depend on the convenience of the store for the amount I’d purchase.
Yes, the anonymity of shopping online is nice when buying underwear that isn’t the norm for guys. No worries about someone you know seeing you buying some sexy undies from the comfort of your home. But wouldn’t it be nice to be able to see the pair in person before you buy them. You can get a better idea of how the pair looks inside and out, the feel of the fabric, get an idea of sizing, etc. With it being a men’s underwear store, the other shoppers are going to be like-minded. No worries about feeling like someone is judging you. Then you’ll have sales people with knowledge on the topic and can help you out right on the spot.
The biggest advantage I see for myself is being able to have the pair in hand the same day. I hope to one day have an opportunity to check out a men’s underwear store. I’m sure I’d be like a kid in a candy store like others have described their experience. Take our survey and let us know if you’d like to shop at a men’s underwear store or if you already have. Check out our list of stores to shop at here. Let us know if you know of any we are missing.
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Rufskin has a new lounge line called, Chillwave! Which is an awesome name for the line because it’s what you want to do in loungewear! It only has a few pieces but check out the collection at the Rufskin site.
Happy Thong Thursday! I know we have quite a few thong fans on the blog. Let’s say you are looking for a classic thong to wear under your tux for a formal holiday party. Maybe you want a super comfy thong under jeans for a night out with the guys. Or lastly, maybe you want something comfortable to wear to work all day. If you answered YES to any of those scenarios mentioned the new Gregg Homme Mythic thong is one to check out.
It’s made of an amazing fabric, which by this point to anyone who has read UNB for a while shouldn’t be a shocker. Gregg Homme makes underwear in the most amazing fabrics. This is an Italian honeycombed patterned jersey. Which will be super comfy all throughout the day. The design is pretty classic from the cut to the color. Did I mention the pair is only available in black? It’s an awesome thong or any guy who loves them or would like to try it.
To me, there is something super sexy about being in a tux and wearing a black thong under it. I have always loved this look and have even done it a few times. It’s unexpected but not over the top! If you haven’t tried this I recommend it. This is also the pair to wear out among friends as well. Go out for dinner and hang out a bit. No one will be any wiser you have on a thong! Lastly, Gregg Homme makes super sexy undies, but they make the kind that is designed to be worn all day. You won’t go a few hours and wish you wore another pair.
Gregg Homme knows how to design sexy and very functional underwear for men. I love that they created this pair in a very classic color! If you love this pair find it at the Gregg Homme Site.
A year ago we brought you the Holiday Guide, This year it will be out this Saturday! Stay tuned for that! This is from last years featuring our models Drew, Wes and Damien. Wearing Croota and photographed by Taylor Campbell
What do you wear under your clothes every day? More so, how do you pick it out every day as you get ready? Do you lay out your clothes and underwear the night before? Or do you pick them out at the spur of the moment as you get dressed? Do you match your underwear to anything else in your outfit or do you pick them out based on your mood at the time?
I tend to pick out my underwear based on my mood every morning, and also like them to match my clothes as much as possible. For instance, if you see me wearing a pink shirt or sweater, there is a 100% chance that I am wearing a pink thong underneath! I also like my socks to coordinate as well, so there’s a pretty good chance that they will match what I am wearing.
Another consideration that I give is what I will be doing throughout the day. If I am going to be doing something active, I may decide to wear a more supportive pair of underwear. Conversely, if I know I am just going to be in the office all day I will usually opt for a slinkier style thong or g-string to wear under my dress slacks.
I’m curious to see if any of you follow the same routine as I do. If you have your own system for wearing your underwear, I would love to know! For those of you with sizeable collections, how do you rotate through them? Do you wear them all or just several of your current favorites? Do you and a partner wear matching pairs?
Drop me a line in the comments and tell me what you do to pick out your underwear every day. Maybe you can help me find a way to cycle through my entire collection again!
Satin underwear for men is gaining popularity. BodyAware is one of the companies at the forefront of satin undies. They have released a few new pairs for you to consider. One of the pairs is the Glistening Satin Pouch Brief. One big gripe I have heard from guys on Satin undies is that it doesn’t stretch or doesn’t have a pouch. This pair has a built-in pouch that should hold you very well!
They even point this out in their official description!
Glistening satin in a bold design. BodyAware’s unique pouch styling is structured for an uplifting fit. Pouch design is shaped to anatomical perfection for a perfect silhouette, while avoiding the dreaded squeezing and scrunching that you find with other brands. Sumptuous BodyAware elastic that feels soft and lays perfectly against your waist with no binding. Shaped full back.
If you want something outside of your normal box, this is the pair I would suggest. Especially if you wanted to try satin undies. This is the perfect starter pair.
Our Holiday Guide features our two video reviewers Andrew and Martin. Introducing new model Jacob! It was a fun shoot that I can’t wait to show you. This is a BTS pic! More to come soon!
It’s Baskit $12 Tuesday!! The perfect day to get some excellent Xmas presents. This weeks pair is the Body Art Trunk. Based on a tattoo pattern It’s an awesome pair. Check it out and all the pairs on their sale page. Shop the Baskit site
Walk on the wild side of men’s underwear. Check out the Maskulo new neon collection. It mixes their famous fetishwear with amazing neon colors.
If you are a fan of skimpy swimwear, then you’ll want to pay attention to my posts over the winter and spring as we start to gear up for swimwear season. I am going to be showcasing a new swimwear line that I have worn, and I hope to bring you a few posts each month sharing my experience with some brands you may not be as familiar with. As most of you know, I am primarily a thong wearer so that we will start with those. I will also add that I do not care for suits with wide, branded waistbands, so I will not be focusing on those. I will be structuring my posts into a series that focuses on the skimpier styles with string style sides, or at minimum smaller waistbands.
I am particularly fond of suits with g-string style backs, as I really like the tan lines they leave behind. My take is if you’re going to show off a little bit of ass at the pool or on the beach, then what’s really the difference between a g-string or thong? I have always had the same thought s about wearing a speedo style suit because what’s really the difference-I am one of the few converts that went straight from a pair of shorts to a thong! All or nothing right?
I am not as fond of suits with a flat front that do not accentuate your package. Instead, I really like suits that emphasize your package. “Push-Out” or “missile” style suits are my favorite because they give me more confidence in the illusion of a larger package. If you are smaller than average one of these styles may give you the confidence to wear a thong out on the beach or to your apartment pool. Conversely, if you aren’t shy and you just want to show off what you already have, a push-out style may be a lot of fun for you to wear on your next vacation. Give it a try and let me know what you think!
I do keep it legal and do not wear mesh or net style suits, as they are not legal on the beaches that I visit. I also enjoy having the tan lines that the side and back straps leave behind, and even being reminded well into the fall and winter of all of the time I can spend out in the sun during the swimwear season!
Please let me know if there are any styles that you would like to see my review in the future or if you are particularly fond of a specific brand or line! I look forward to trying out some new styles and old, and getting to experiment with new colors and fabrics as we get ready to move into the 2018 swim season!
Looking for a new thing? One we are going to review soon is the Sukrew Bubble Thong! We don’t think you will be disappointed.
December 2017. Greece`s much loved Modus Vivendi brand is delighted to present the chic shimmering Dust to Dawn line, for the men looking to make the most of the glamourous life.
The Dust 2 Dawn line is inspired by Hollywood, luxury, future-forward design. Made for the confidentmen the Dust 2 Dawn line brings empowerment and glamour. With the Dawn Gold sun and Dust Silver moon colors, these luxury body jewels will make you seek for rich experiences and will inspire an iron will to achieve life accomplishment.
Hollywood glamour just landed in your wardrobe with a luxury collection of men low cut brief, brief, boxer, tanga, jockstrap and tanktop, t-shirt, meggings and robes.
For those looking to treat themselves with the ultimate indulgence, the Dust 2 Dawn line offers the utmost in comfort and luxury, whether in intimate occasions or festive parties.
The Modus Vivendi Dusk 2 Dawn line is available from €20.50
This is a massive collection that has bright metallic colors. If you are a fan of what you see on the pics below, they are the tip of the iceberg. Two pairs I think most guys who read UNB will love are the Low Cut Brief and Tanga. Both super small cut. Add on top of that the Meggins and robe and it’s a fun collection. This isn’t for everyone but, Modus Viviendi has their own view of underwear. They are always creative and fun. Head over to the site to see more!
I love it when brand take on the pouch to improve them. It’s the most important part of underwear, as far as I am concerned. 4 Hunks is taking on the traditional pouch and giving it their own spin. We have reported on a few things that 4 Hunks. They are all about making a guy feel sexy and still feel great. The new 4 Hunks is worth checking out. Here is what they shared with us about the collection:
The Pouch Evolution – 4 Hunks Bomber Jock – Pouch Evolution
If you are a fan of metallics and haven’t tried the Liquid Skins collection you are missing out! This collection started with a black then a bright silver. Now they have released the Blue Metalic. Just a note that if you’re like me, some of the XL maybe limited so go shop now or you will be kicking yourself for missing out on this!
The styles released are Liquid Skins collection. Bikini, Sports Brief, shorts, singlet, G, and pants. As I said before it was originally in black and had a rubber-like look. A few years back they released the same line in silver that was super hot. That went away before this year’s collection. The blue is a new and interesting fun new take on this line! Leave it to N2N Bodywear to do something out of the box and rocks it!
This photo set features All-American male model Martin King. He is a college student and rising star in the fitness & modeling world. He’s appeared on the cover of romance novels and has walked the runway shows in Miami, among other things. He’s currently promoting his new FansOnly website: www.OnlyFans.com/Martinsworld here he shows off his edgier, sexy side.
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We are curious if you ever have recieved uderwear as a gift? We need to start making undies for men an acceptable gift for guys to give each other!
It’s winter and time to wear some great undies. Skull & Bones has a great plaid or as they say over the pond tartan print. Available in a brief and boxer brief/trunk. Make sure you check them out.
I purchased the Jovana Design 4D Thong in neon pink for this review.
Rating: 8/10 (Average of the ratings below)
Pros:
Cons:
UNB Ryan’s recommendation: This thong is TINY! If you’ve ever wanted a true “micro” thong made specifically for men, this is it! It is truly a head turner anywhere you wear it, even when other guys are wearing thongs! I will add that if you are the least bit timid about wearing a thong swimsuit, you should probably try something else before venturing out in one of Jovana’s suits!
Jovana Design custom makes all of their suits to order, and it is evident with the thought that they put into their design options and color choices. You can customize almost all of their suits to your liking, and they offer color choices to suit all personalities! Jovana pays particular attention to detail and will craft your suit exactly how you ask them to. They offer dozens of unique designs, some that are “acceptable” as swimwear, and others that may be better suited for more private occasions. I am normally pretty bold in my swimwear choices, but this suits’ design, coupled with the Neon Pink fabric even made me a little uneasy the first time I slid my shorts off on the beach while wearing it! Not exactly outside of my comfort level, but it sure pushed it!
I have worn this suit on several occasions over the 2017 swim season. I frequently visit the beach on the Outer Banks of NC and a couple of places throughout Hampton Roads, VA where I have worn this suit. The suit is comfortable to wear long term after you manage to squeeze into it! The tiny (1/4”) side straps make you quickly forget that you are wearing anything at all (until you get home and see the tiny tan lines it leaves) and the pouch keeps everything in place all day long with minimal adjustments. The pouch does hold your package in an upright and “package-forward” orientation, so you’ll have to keep that in mind when deciding when and where it is appropriate to wear! I found that out the hard way last year in Norfolk, VA (more on that in another post.) You have to manipulate the pouch to stretch everything inside, but once you have the fit is amazing! There is no extra fabric, and the suit fits like a glove!
I have only purchased this one suit from Jovana, but will buy more from them in the future. The construction is outstanding and has lasted an entire season without and noticeable signs of fraying or unraveling. The elastic has retained its strength even with repeated exposure to sun and saltwater. My only complaint has been the fabric faded fairly quickly. It has still retained the base color but is nowhere near as vibrant as the day that they arrived.
Again, I don’t exactly have a long-standing history of the brand but feel they are fairly accurate in being sized in accordance with industry standards. I wear a size small in almost everything, and these were no exception. The only thing that you need to keep in mind with this suit is that it comes in two different variants, the 4D Thong and the 4D Thong micro (which is what I reviewed.) The micro is exactly what you would expect, TINY! The normal version of the suit has a larger pouch which guys who are more largely endowed would find better suited. The pouch is VERY low and barely covers your package. I have to pull it up from time to time to make sure nothing is showing that shouldn’t be. The only thing I would ask for if I were to order this suit again is for the rear/center strap to match the side straps in width. The center strap is about ¾” in width, which is still fairly skimpy, but feels a but out of place on a suit that is this small, to begin with.
I will absolutely buy more suits from Jovana Design. I have enjoyed wearing this suit in the sun this year and look forward to replacing it with additional designs from Jovana’s catalog. I would also like to purchase some underwear for more frequent wear as they have some pretty daring designs in that arena as well. My big suggestion to Jovana Design (as would be with any other non-US companies) is that they find a way to work with a stateside distributor to make it simpler for ordering and shipping.
BRAND: Jovana Design
PAIR: 4D Thong
COLORS: I reviewed a pair in Neon Pink. I’m not even going to attempt to list all of Jovana’s color choices here. You’ll have to visit the website and find a color for yourself!
FABRIC: Neon Pink Nylon/Spandex blend
SIZES: XS, S, M, L, & XL
COST: £22.99 through Jovana Design’s online store
Where to buy: Jovana Design
Underwear sizing is all over the map. Some brands have inconsistent sizes among different lines. Gigo has produced this video to show you what size you are in their underwear. I wish more brands would do this! It’s not the sexiest video but its one that I think will help more guys find underwear.
If you speak Spanish you will be able to read the video text. However, being fluent in Spanish is not necessary. It’s pretty self-explanatory. It tells you how to measure your waist and shoulders to find your correct size in Gigo underwear!
I say great job Gigo!