We have more pics for you from MaleBasics. This time we have model Adrian Barreto is modelling the:
– Malebasics Classics Contrast Brief : http://malebasics.com/mens-underwear/mens-briefs/malebasics-contrast-brief-turquesa
– Malebasics Classics Boxer Brief: http://malebasics.com/mens-underwear/mens-boxers/malebasics-boxer-brief-red
– Malebasics Classics Trunk: http://malebasics.com/mens-underwear/mens-trunks/malebasics-trunk-white
The weird and the wonderful
It would appear that there’s a naughtier side to many underwear drawers across the pond. DGU have revealed that some of their shall we say… unconventional and off the wall designs are rapidly becoming even more popular with their UK shoppers. Whether this is about dress up or something a little more fetish, they certainly appear to be having fun.
MaleBasics Lingerie Tie Me Up Bodysuit GBP41.00
This may not be what you first think of when you read “tie me up” but it will certainly make an impression. Combining a deep V-neck crop top with a sexy thong bottom that’s attached by a series of elasticated straps.
MANstore NOS M101 Kinky Scarf GBP32.00
It may not be a scarf in the conventional sense or have the ability to keep you warm but for some reason we don’t think that’s the point behind this. The “scarf” goes between your legs with a small thong back and up over your head in one strip of thin material.
MANstore M306 Dog Band GBP29.00
They say that a dog is a man’s best friend. This bondage style neck decoration is made from a strip of lacquer effect fabric with three press studs and silvery chain.
Gregg Homme Impulse Top GBP157.96
Have you ever wanted to be a gladiator? Battling wild animals and fellow humans to the death in the Coliseum? Well this top can help you make believe. Soft material drapes over both shoulders to form an X shape at the front and back of the torso. Faux leather and silver look buckles complete this fetish style brilliantly.
Modus Vivendi Leather Chained Jockstrap GBP46.00
Break free from the shackles of society and chain yourself up in a much better way. It has metal chains that go around the waist and underneath the bum cheeks holding in place a twin layered leatherette pouch.
Body Art Flerio Zipped Pant Body GBP64.00
This leatherette onesie is given a raunchy feel with see through tulle panels down either side and a metallic zipper running up the centre. It’s a sexy twist to a classic look.
Find these and more at Dead Good Undies.
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I hope you have enjoyed the last two reviews I did. The City Brief by far has been my favorite. But now I’m on to the Fireman brief! I’m super excited to try a brief. Granted the other pairs were called briefs but they were more of a trunk. I admit I’m a big brief fan. It’s the style I wear most!
The Fireman brief is a nice brief cut. The first thing you notice is the pouch. It’s a very great designed pouch to give you plenty of room and support upfront. The pouch as contrasting piping in black, that off sets and accents your pouch! I found the pouch to be very supportive and plenty of room. It felt great during the day. Lastly, is the fabric it’s made out of a 95% cotton and 5% spandex. I would have loved a higher blend of spandex but it still felt great!
I wore these on a lazy day. Unlike the last pair that I put through it’s paces, this one was for a relaxing Sunday. I will admit it as super lazy and a much needed rest. When I lounge around I want a pair that is super supportive and holds everything in place. This pair did just that. I was able to just hang out in my undies and relax. We all have those days where it’s an undies only day to watch movies and relax.
The one consistent thing in Blue Collar undies has been the pouch. I love how they have paid attention to that. I definitely have a need for a pouch that has room and support. Sometimes it can be hard to find undies that fit properly. So for that my hat is off!
Sizing was very good on this pair. Like I have said I’m 6’4”/245ish on a good day. The sizing for this pair listed as 36-39. My 38 waist really felt good in these. They didn’t bind or constrict me through out the day. I can say with confidence if you pick the right size you won’t be disappointed.
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Blue Collar Underwear furnished this pair of underwear for review. You can get this pair on their site for $19.00
Photog Armando Adajar sent us some great pics to share with you guys. He featured underwear from Nils Bohner and model Nelson N. We hope you enjoy these great pics!
Fan of Jockstraps? Check out the Locker Jock from Cellblock13. This is a classic jock in some really fun colors! Green is my favorite color so I love this pic. Pic taken by Timoteo!
I’ll admit it, I have a wandering eye when it comes to the locker room. But let’s face it: locker rooms, besides their obvious function, are temples to non-verbal communication. Per etiquette, glances are to be kept at eye-level (though that’s so much easier said than done), and extended nakie time conversations are to be avoided. Whether you’re gay, straight or somewhere in between, your underwear speaks volumes without you even realizing it. It can mean the difference between being respected as someone who cares about their appearance beyond the physique, or derided as the guy who’s got no game.
While I suspect that all this nakedness is less a sensitive issue for gay men, our straight brothers can be made to feel awkward. We’ve all been there or seen those guys exiting the shower, walking over to locker #34, and then sliding on their after-gym underwear while still wrapped in a wet towel. Guys, we understand your trepidation. There’s always a chance that you’re being sized up, so why risk overexposure? All the more reason to wrap that package up in something appealing for the big reveal. Eyes will inevitably wander, so show off your best.
No one should be caught in droopy drawers. You think your nakedness is over-sharing? What about those 5 year old Hanes boxer briefs with the bacon-inspired waistband and ‘vintage’ holes. If you can afford a $45 (insert ironic hipster band name here) concert tee, surely you can splurge an Andrew Jackson for a kickin’ new pair of undies. So let’s chat…
Maybe your issue is not so much showing off that carefully sculpted posterior as it is dangling your naughty bits for all to gawk. Jockstraps are a happy medium between nakedness and full coverage. Frankly, that’s why they were invented. They offer excellent range of movement, near-zero bunching, breathability for the aforementioned bum, and plenty of support for ‘the boys.’ They’re also incredibly versatile. You can wear them before, during, or after your workout (though we wouldn’t recommend using one pair for triple functions). Some of our current jock favorites include the C-IN2 Grip and Timoteo Cellblock
Perhaps modesty is a must for you, but the thought of sliding on a pair of cotton briefs, after a hard workout and a hot shower, is none-too-appealing. No one wants to feel clean only to then walk out of the locker room with a developing case of swamp ass. Fret not! Most modern underwear brands are happily experimenting with fabric blends, and even some mesh components, for maximum breathability and plenty of support. May we direct your attention to the Malebasics Spot Brief and Andrew Christian CoolFlex.
Never sacrifice fashion over function. They go together like ball 1 and ball 2.
As always, check out our reviews for the latest introductions from your favorite brands, and even some brands just coming onto the scene! We do our best to highlight the performance aspects to help you make the best decisions for gym/active wear. If you have any suggestions on pairs we should review, let us know. Help our locker room brothers evolve!
Photo by Tom Cullis for Timoteo featuring the Rugby line!
Alex is back with another video review. This time he’s reviewing the Sly Collective Splatter Trunk. Find out how he liked the pair. Sly Furnished this pair for reveiw.
We love a good selfie and Garcon Model sent us one of the pics they have received from their fans. We hope you enjoy and feel free to send us your selfies too!
Today I had the chance to review a new brand that I had never seen before which was very exciting to me. I was also excited about the chance to introduce my thoughts on this pair with all of the UNB fans. The brand is Sly and I had the pleasure of reviewing the Zebra brief. When I first opened the package I was excited to see the familiar black and white pattern thinking to myself “well, I don’t have anything animal print’ and excited to slip them on. It reminded me of when you used to hear comments about being naughty for being red underwear, now it’s my wild zebra print!
Upon first feel, the cotton material was very soft to the touch which made me excited because I knew comfort was a clear goal for this company. They are bigger than most of the briefs I wear but should be perfect for the man that is looking for something shorter than a trunk but covers more than a small bikini. I wear a medium and they stayed true to size for me. They seemed to fit just right, not feeling constricted or loose. I also noticed a small black pocket on the side of the pouch about the size of a little square. Let’s be honest. If you want to wear these in hopes of taking them off at the end of your date, you don’t have to keep your condom in your wallet.
I decided to give these pair a run over the weekend as they seemed very comfortable looking for a day of relaxation and me time. I slipped them on after my morning shower and prepared for a day of house work, errands, and spending time with friends. They felt great when I put them on. The material was very comfortable. After a few hours of wearing the underwear, I did begin to feel partially constricted in the front. The pouch did not give me as much support as I need and I found myself adjusting myself quite often. This could also be because I am used to smaller briefs. I would have liked to see a little more room in the pouch for additional support to keep everything comfortable throughout the day. Everywhere else the pair fit me great. I never had any problems in the back which is a relief when it comes to constant movement of sitting down, walking, and moving around. This is a huge benefit for anyone who knows how it feels to constantly feel like your underwear is riding up!
I normally wear a 32 inch waist pair of pants and medium and most of my underwear. I reviewed the sly brief and a medium and I can honestly say it was true to its sizing and my 32 inch waist. I did not feel that the underwear was too tight or too loose so there was no need for me to even think of trying on a small or large because the medium fit perfectly. Many underwear brands can sometimes be misleading because they’re sizing does not match up to what we are accustomed to however sly did not do this to their customers. They managed to pull off the correct size and the correct scale for comfort.
Overall, this underwear held up good for my day. Unfortunately, at the end of my day, I slid them off, condom still in its pocket. Maybe next time 😉
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Sly Collective furnished this pair for review.
We have new material for our Classic Collection! This is our Cotton Collection. It was photographed in RIO (Brazil) by our Photographer Anibal Velazques with Models Jorge Vilaveces and Adrian Barreto.
Jorge Villaveces is modelling our 3-pack (http://malebasics.com/mens-underwear/tri-packs-underwear)
I have to say that N2N Bodywear make swimwear for guys. Whether you want something skimpy or something a little more conservative. Regardless it will be colorful and fun! Andrew and the N2N guys always out do themselves on swimwear. Our Behind the scenes video is one that show cases both the fun and the suits!
Eco Friendly underwear is big among some of our readers. They want to look great, feel comfy and do something for the environment. More companies are coming out with lines that meet these criteria. Gone are the days when underwear that was eco friendly are hemp boxers! Now we have some great choices that come in different styles and colors. These are fashionable and fun.
Obviously is the latest brand entering the eco designer undies market. They have a great new collection called the Urban Collection. If you are familiar with their underwear you know it’s ergonomically designed to fit a guy. It has an amazing pouch and fits really well! I have quite a few of their other pairs in my collection. I love this line and the styles they created! The styles available are a Long Boxer, Trunk and Brief. Sorry no jock or thong yet!
Here is what they sent us to share about the line:
Obviously Apparel is pleased to announce the release of the new Urban Collection which is available for sale now through your favourite retail stores and online at www.obviously.com.au.
The Urban Collection is designed for stylish urban men who desire nothing less than the most comfortable and well designed underwear, that provides them the confidence and freedom they aspire to. The Urban Collection is another eco-friendly collection launched by Obviously Apparel continuing its renowned tradition of the use of high quality natural fibres and environmentally friendly practices in underwear craftsmanship. The new collection is also in keeping with Obviously Apparel’s focus on the importance of men’s health and comfort.
Inspiration behind the collection
‘When you stroll down the streets of your favourite city it’s hard not to notice that urban, career driven guy passing by you who instantly captures your attention with his stylish swagger and classy look. It is this guy, with his effortless attitude, which inspired Obviously Apparel’s new Urban Collection.’
The Collection photo shoot depicts a day in the life of your urban hipster, enjoying a relaxing day in his apartment with his girlfriend.
The Urban Collection comes in Obviously’s custom blend of Bamboo is available in three styles: Naked which features Obviously’s improved anatomical pouch (Boxer Brief 9 inch leg, Trunk, and Hipster Brief), Comfort (Trunk and Hipster Brief) and Classic (Trunk and Hipster Brief). The collection features a fusion of four colours – burnt orange, navy blue, grey and white, combined with contrasting colour piping, a 4 colour soft backed waistband, and an offset oversized logo. The entire collection ranges in price from $18.95 – $20.95 and is available as a limited release collection.
I LOVE finding new underwear companies for you guys! I know many of you out there want something your friends don’t have, and I’m guilty of wanting new and fun undies. Also, if you’re like me when you see someone in a brand you haven’t seen before and they look great. You have to find out who the brand is and are jealous someone has something different and new.
When in Vegas I got the chance to see Anthony Quintana at magic. He had some amazing new undies in colors and patterns. They are in different styles and it just has an sense of fun in underwear. Granted, classic underwear has it’s time and place, but let’s face it we ala l want undies to make us feel amazing and fun. I think Anthony Quintana is one of those brands. He’s one who designs in bright colors. You will see yellows, oranges, purples and all sorts of really fun bright colors.
The styles also range from bikinis to long boxers. Its great to see a designer cover that range in different styles. Nothing worse than loving underwear just to find out it’s not in your favorite style. I know many out there love a certain style such as trunk/boxer briefs while others love bikinis/briefs. Anthony Quintana has both styles for you!
There are a ton of pics here and if you want to see more check them out at the Anthony Quintana website – http://shop.anthonyquintana.net/. Also check out the pics in the Gallery below!
One of the most talked about pairs in the UNB Swimwear Guide is the Honolulu! It’s amazing and fun for this swim season. Also check out the Geographic which is another one of my favorites! Find these suits at the 2EROS site.
This is another behind the scenes picture from the UNB Swimwear Guide! OMG We had some much fun and I’m still super psyched how well it turned out. It also helped to have really fun swimwear from N2N Bodywear. The colorful and fun suits made the guide so much fun!
After my last review from Blue Collar Underwear I was super excited to try some more. For the record they sent me 5 pairs to review. So you will read a lot more about the brand in the next week or so. The City Briefs just had me loving the brand. Would this love continue to the Miltary Camo Briefs?
The briefs are more of a trunk to me. Unlike the City Briefs these were more of a cotton fabric rather than nylon. This made me wonder if they would hold up through out the day as well as my previous pair. Without hesitation I put them on and set out on my day. I wore these to a really long and active day. I helped a friend out and worked an event for 13 hours. This was no ordinary day. Getting the day started at 5 am and non stop till 7 PM.
The first thing I noticed on the pair was the camo color. I liked the use of blue rather than the traditional green. It is a lot of fun. The next thing is the material. It really breathed well through the day. However, it didn’t conform to me as the City Brief did and at times it rode up a bit. Not a great deal but it was noticeable. This could have been due to everything I had to do during the day. I think if it had been a regular day I wouldn’t have had any issues. Third is the pouch, which was great. Blue Collar seems to have a great pouch in every pair they make. It gave me ample support during the day. There is nothing I hate more than a pair that looses support in the pouch. Why bother having undies if it doesn’t hold up and these did all through the day.
Sizing in these were very good. As I have said I’m 6’4” and 245ish with a 38 waist right now. These fit waist sizes 36-39 waist. Granted I’m on the upper end but it still fit pretty well. You should be able to find the right pair with their size chart. Like with all size charts if you’re on the boarder of a size you may want to go for the larger size.
I will say I am becoming a fan of Blue Collar Underwear. I have three more pairs to get through. One I temporarily misplaced, but I did find! They will be out next week or so.
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Blue Collar Underwear furnished this pair for review. You can find these at their site for $21.00
Are you looking for some great, barely there underwear? If you haven’t checked out the PetitQ we think you should! This is a series they recently did in Palm Springs. Set outside the desert makes a perfect setting. These are behind the scenes an the video is def NSFW. But if you’re reading UNB at work you have a very liberal working environment!
Addison Graham in Petit Q Behind The Scene from arthusetnico on Vimeo.
Have you heard of Blue Collar Underwear? Chances are you haven’t heard of this brand. I think it’s definitely a brand you should know! They were “started to revolutionize the way you feel about your underwear and the way your underwear feel and look on you. Our goal with every pair of underwear is to bring functionality, fit, feel, comfort, quality and affordability back to the underwear industry. And we’re doing so without sacrificing style.” They go on to say don’t let the “Blue Collar” name fool you, they have made their underwear for everyone.
I have been talking back and forth with them for a while. We have profiled them on UNB a few times and they wanted me to review some of their undies. The first pair I received was the Blue Skies City Brief. I will be the first to say that Trunks for me can go either good or really bad. BUT, I’m kept and open mind because I never know when I’ll be surprised.
The first thing I noticed was the fabric was a mesh fabric which I kind of liked. When taken out of the package, it worried me that they maybe a little small. But after sliding them on those fears were dispelled (more on sizing below). These were kinda stretchy and really felt amazing. I will say I’m surprised how well they fit and felt. Remember you have to step outside your underwear box sometimes!
Let’s look at the comfort of the pair. The first thing I noticed was the fly. It does have a functional fly and had a white panel on the right side that thought added to the design. The fabric felt great. Honestly, I was surprised how well it conformed to my body. When I felt it out of the package it didn’t seem super stretchy. This was a pleasant surprise to me! I gave these a big challenge going to watch a sporting event in the sun of the south. If these were to not handle the hot day, I would be very disappointed.
The pouch is one thing I loved. Long time readers know that I love a great pouch. Being on the bigger side it is important. The initial reaction was the pouch may not be stretch or be comfy. Sometimes in trunks, the pouches can loose their shape. This one did amazing. I was really impressed and it’s one of those pairs that makes me enjoy trunks.
The size I reviewed was an XL. The XL fits guys 36-39. I am 6’4” and 245 ish ( on a good day) my current waist size is 38. The pair fit pretty well. I am on the upper end of the scale. It didn’t bind or feel too small. I was happy with the sizing. These days more and more companies are doing their own sizing so it’s super important to pay attention to the sizing charts (Which we will have all updated on our site soon). Never assume you’re a certain size, ALWAYS look at the size charts.
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Blue Collar Underwear furnished this pair for review. Available for $21 at their site.
For those who are not familiar yet, Alexander COBB® is a Danish brand of men’s underwear. Starting from spring 2013, Alexander COBB® becomes a synonym for originality, comfort and quality.
The Alexander Cobb (AC) men’s underwear range includes briefs, boxers, and boxer shorts, and comes in 4 sizes (S, M, L, XL). Each pair is made with designer quality elastic band, 92 percent cotton, and 8 percent lycra.
These pictures feature their model Daniel!
aussieBum is on a roll lately! They have been releasing so many awesome pairs of underwear lately! The newest range is the Spot. The Spot is: “This fun, cheeky design from aussieBum is available with bold waistbands and stitching detail in primary colour options of red, blue and yellow. Made from a high quality cotton lycra material for a complimentary fitted look. Spot on for the stylish man!”
I admit I think underwear should be fun or why should we wear it? If you’re reading this blog, you have a similar point of view on underwear. The reason I like this so much is the fun whimsical dot pattern. It’s not exactly a polka dot. The dots are bigger and more spread out. There is just something about this pair that makes me smile.
The styles available are the brief and hipsters. They are available in 3 different colors. But you should note the colors are just the waistband, which are blue, red and yellow. So if you’re looking for some bright colors this pair won’t have them! But, if you’re a fan of waistband, like I am, this could be a great pair.
You can get these pairs from aussieBum for $15.30 for the brief and $16.99 for the trunk. These prices are super reasonable and with the free world wide shipping why not get a pair or two?
With 90s fashion trends making a return the look-at-me logo is back with a vengeance and that includes underwear! From the streets of South Beach to the nightclubs of Ibiza guys want an underwear waistband that commands attention.
This new wave of Logo Mania has seen demand for Garçon Model’s underwear, with its iconic metallic GM waistband, increase by 40% compared with the first quarter of 2013 and sales are set to soar ahead of festival season.
Our signature GM waistband has been hugely popular with guys that want to flash a new and exciting brand under their t-shirts! There was a demand for branded premium underwear and guys are really embracing that. The stereotype that guys don’t care about their underwear is certainly becoming a thing of the past.” – Mehdi Mebarki, Co-Founder of Garçon Model.
Whilst research has found that men are happy to settle for basic briefs during the winter months, come the sunny days of Spring its out with the basic and in with the bold.
With a trend started by Calvin Klein back in the 1990s, and recently re-launched with a social media campaign, statement logo waistbands are the easiest way for customers to show their brand loyalty.
For Spring/Summer 2014 Garçon Model offers bold logo waistbands in 11 fresh color combinations from elegant black and silver to audacious pink and yellow.
The Garçon Model ‘Miami’ collection of luxurious microfibre briefs, trunks and boxers are available from $28.
This year Patriotic (Flag) swimwear is HUGE. So many brands have come out with different pairs. The trend has gone world wide including flags from Brazil, Australia, UK and more. The bulk of the trend is the US flag. Timoteo has put his own unique spin on flag motif. It’s not a literal interpretation but a more abstract view!
Timoteo has a very unique style that has set him apart since he came on the underwear scene. He’s not afraid to design super fun underwear/swimwear. While not known for swim specifically, he has made some really incredible swimwear over the years. I think after the last two seasons more and more guys will be wearing Timoteo Swim. He keeps getting better and better! So there is no better time than now to try it!
I think this pair is going to go down as one of his more memorable pairs! It has a very clean look. The front is solid white with two red stripes on each side. From the front you wouldn’t know what has a blue background with white stars. The style is the Super Low swim brief they currently produce.
To me it has a very Olympic feel to me. I just think of the summer games! I think this is because in the 80’s and 90’s they would release patriotic/flag inspired swim briefs to coincide with the games. They were always something like this. Imagine if we had our Olympians in Timoteo swim briefs!
Timoteo has out done it with this pair. One thing you should know is this is a limited edition pair. So if you’re interested in getting it, get it sooner than later because it maybe gone. It currently is $40 on the Timoteo site.
Have you thought? I need a pair of underwear that has a pocket for a condom? if you have then the Baskit $12 Tuesday pair is for you. The pair on sale this week is the Billy Boy Low-Rise Trunk. Just go to the specials page and check this and a few other great pairs out!
The pair I am reviewing is the Sly Hyper Plaid boxer briefs. When I first saw this pair I was in love. The plaid coloring on these pair is cute and appeals to me. I will say I am a true Portland guy who loves anything and everything plaid! The packaging was really unique as well, it came wrapped in a pouch that reminds me of thick parchment paper. The underwear wasn’t as soft as I expected when I first pulled them out, but they are soft when you put them on.
I decided to really test this pair out by wearing them on a day I had to work both of my jobs for a 13 hour work day. I also had them on for well over 24 hours since I started working at 1 am and then didn’t change clothes until the next day. One of my jobs was doing shipment at Express, which is in the back room where it is hot from the steamer, and requires a lot of standing and sitting and moving around. The package this pair came in called them “Work Hard” meaning they are designed for the working part of your day to keep you comfortable. I have to agree with the company’s description. After wearing this pair for all day the elastic around the leg holes stayed tight and never stretched out. The pair was also comfortable and didn’t move all day long. At times I even forgot I was wearing them because they were so comfortable.
The pair is a size small which covers a 30 to 32 inch waist. The pair fit me really well even though I am around a 28 inch waist. I think the bubble butt helped to make the pair feel tighter even though my waist is smaller than what their sizing says. The pouch isn’t huge but it fit me just right. At times I actually felt like I had more room than I needed in the pouch.
I really like this pair of boxer briefs. The design is fun and bright and colorful. I am going to be wearing this pair more often. They were comfortable and held up to all the movements of my day. It isn’t often that when you have a bubble butt you aren’t readjusting your underwear throughout the day.
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I loved these and would love to get more pairs from Sly! Sly Collective furnished these for review.
aussieBum is back at it! This time they are living up to their slogan, “if you doubt yourself…wear something else.” The newest range is the Read between the lines. Which is exactly what you do on the waist band!
They write: aussieBum introduces ‘Read Me’, a fun cheeky product with a conversation starter waistband and first ever side split design. Constructed using soft micro modal fabric for optimum movement and comfort. The soft material and relaxed fit make it the underwear choice for the confident man.
I believe that this pairs waistband is one that must be shown. It would be a big shame to hide it! But, you would want to do it in the right situation. That maybe a night out, on a date or around good friends. I wouldn’t suggest this one to be shown at work.
Next, I’m so happy to see more companies using modal. It has become my favorite fabric for underwear. Not only is it super soft but its great at making you stay cool through out the day.
Lastly, it’s available in a brief and trunk. The colors are red, white and blue with the Read Between the Lines waistband. The brief is around $25 and boxer is about $29. Find these and more at the aussieBum site.
