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It’s been a long while since I reviewed my last pair of Male Power underwear.  Unfortunately, this time is not going to be any better.  I understand making men’s underwear more sexy and intriguing, but there really is a line where things aren’t as intended.  I’ve never been a fan of mesh clothing.  I do own a pair some would consider mesh, but the holes are farther apart and the brief is not totally see through.  The air flow is as unhindered as this mesh material without the less attractive look and uncomfortable feel.

The construction of this pair is quite uncomfortable to me.  The waistband, the leg openings, and the piping around the pouch have this leather-like shiny material that gives very little room for stretching.  It feels like there is a bit of elastic underneath the material.  The waistband, about ¾ inches (2 cm), cuts into the skin the longer they are worn, along with the leg openings, leading me to the fact that these wouldn’t be good for all day wear.

It saddens me that this pair of underwear did not work for me.  Being an occasional kilt wearer, I like the feel of the breeze wafting around the manly parts and this would have been perfect.  If worn with some type of support underneath, mesh-type underwear is preferable, whether it is a jock, thong, briefs, or this square cut design.  I wore my kilt not long ago at a local Renaissance festival and seriously thought about wearing them to give them another chance.  I couldn’t bring myself to wear them when remembering back to the first time I tried to wear them.  I couldn’t wear them for eight hours without pulling them off and stuffing them into my pocket.

Fit 3
Material 4
Construction 2
Look 4
Daily Wear 2
Overall 3

By all means, if you like mesh underwear, try this pair for yourself.  This pair may work for you and turn out to be a favorite.  Even if this pair was not mesh, the construction doesn’t work for me.  You can purchase a pair from this line and others made by Male Power from their website at www.malepower.com.

This pair was furnished by Male Power for review.

International Jock is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the new collection of New Balance mens underwear. New Balance, which has been at the forefront of technologically advanced athletic footwear for years, now brings their technological innovations to bear on men’s underwear.

The New Balance underwear collection consists of briefs, trunks, and boxer briefs made from soft, high technology fabrics with both moisture-wicking and anti-microbial characteristics. New Balance briefs and trunks include distinct features such as ventilated mesh pouches, metallic-look waistbands and styles that are specifically designed for wearing during athletic activities.

Comfortable, sporty, masculine and tough, New Balance mens underwear is available now at International Jock.

I have written an article in the past for Candyman.  It was the seaman brief with the chain and anchor pattern.  I loved the fit of that selection.  This brief, known only as the 9525 brief, failed to deliver that same great fit.

The overall look of the brief is great.  I can definitely see the sex appeal it would create.  Actually, just before writing this article, a very handsome gentleman I’m acquainted with put them on for a little modeling session.  I have to say with his skin tone, his lovely Italian body hair, and his great build, this pair of underwear looked fantastic and would easily take the breath away from any onlooker.  The pouch, generously filled….the rear, greatly accentuated.

But, I digress.  When I wore the brief, its construction seemed a bit far fetched.  The back wasn’t as uncomfortable as the front.  There is a stretchable seam that runs from the top of the pouch under and up to the waistband in the back.  The seam sits neatly in the crack, but it irritates the manly parts in the pouch.  It basically tells your rod, “Hey, pick a side!”  For those men who are more endowed, the seam will serve as a nice attribute as it allows the pouch to expand outward.  I felt it to be unnecessary for me and a cause for irritation.  As with a previously reviewed pair of underwear, these briefs had to be taken off before I arrived back home.

The brief is made of 90% nylon and 10% Spandex, making a nice stretchy and smooth combination.  The waistband is 1.5 inches (3.81 cm) and doesn’t cut in at all.  That’s always good!  Not taking the seam into consideration, the brief feels awesome.  It is definitely a brief I would love to feel against me all day.

Fit 4
Material 5
Construction 2
Look 4
Daily Wear 3
Overall 3.6

You can try this design along with many others from the Candyman website at www.candymanfashion.com.

This pair was furnished by Candyman for review.

Mundo Unico launches in the US its NEW collection Unico – Explorers, on June 14th 2010. Explorers is the first segment of the theme: Unico future, which will be comprised of 3 collections throughout the year. The new proposal is envisioned in the infinite possibilities of fashion, trends and progress. Civilizations, technology, science and human kind evolve, as so does Mundo Unico

More than 60 styles are featured, incorporating modern designs with impeccable cuts and sophisticated fabrics. The elegant man of today and tomorrow will always feel the upmost comfort in Unico’s boxer briefs; with a pouch that provides support, freedom of movement and emphasis on a great fit. Different choices are presented with pieces showcasing a trendy edge, cool designs, vibrant colors and shimmery fashion proposals that will put a flare in men’s underwear.

5 Featured styles are:

Avance: perfect for the athletic man, who likes to work out, play sports or just runs around through his busy life. This style is made of a white cold microfiber fabric comprised of 82% Nylon, 18% Spandex with pores that allow, flow of air, moist and sweat, permitting the skin to breath and always a fresh feel.

Epoca: A sexy proposal of black semi-transparent Caribbean bikini, brief, short boxer or Mid boxer.

Factor: Elegant design of a black cotton boxer briefs with fine dark grey lines that combine a sophisticated dark charcoal waistband.

Movil: Shimmery, sexy, shinny dark silver microfiber fabric combined with a soft pink waistband. This is underwear to be seen. It is pure fashion. A piece that will rise to the beat of the music!!!

Galileo: Aqua blues mixed with an apple green waistband. The fabric portrays a modern print that is fun and relaxing. The feel is incomparable and the touch is a soft delight.

All these great styles and more will be hitting stores shortly, and can also be purchased at www.mundounicostore.com

Mundo Unico always makes good stuff and the Fresco is certainly an example of that fact.  Being form fitting, it’s extremely comfortable and rather stylish.  This is a perfect pair of underwear and it’s always a treat to wear.  If you’re someone that likes athletic shorts and whatnot, then you will love this underwear.

The pair survived the typical test and it did so with flying colors.  It was nothing but the best from Unico.  That wasn’t unexpected.  I attribute most of that to the design that Unico has mastered and the unique mix of 82% Nylon and 18% Spandex.  This is one of those rare pairs that earned a five on each rating for good reason.

Unico knows how to make seriously good underwear. It’s super comfortable and the pouch isn’t intrusive.  It’s not so much a pouch as it is great front support.  The other part is the breathability.  The mesh factor is something I really enjoyed and haven’t seen much of in underwear these days.


Fit
5
Materials 5
Put Together 5
Look 5
Daily Wear 5
Overall 5

You can get the Fresco from the Unico Website.  A full range of sizes is available from S-XL.

Mundo Unico provided me with this pair of underwear to review.

Behold the Crown Jewels from Cocksox®! Black mesh is awesome, but black mesh with gleaming gold bind all the way round. That’s f@*king wild! The Crown Jewels are an ultra-premium, strictly limited edition release to celebrate Cocksox® Day 2010.

Spectacular ‘liquid foil’ gold bind fabric snakes around your waist and thighs, framing your ‘crown jewels’ in their mesh briefs, catch the light from the bedside table, or the center-stage spotlight, up to you. Words won’t do. Get to the website, grab your Crown Jewels, then get a safe. These babies need to be under lock and key. AND THEY’RE ON SALE THIS WEEK!

Also, they have the new Mesh Line as well. You can get the CX01 in mesh or the thong. Both are really cool and look great. If you saw the post of the World Cup Inspired pictures the other day, this is that line. I thought it was hard to make Cocksox even more sexier, but they proved me wrong! Check them all out

I hope you enjoyed the pictures we have been bringing you from Aware SoHo. Here is another awesome picture this time with matching sox! I know there are some of you out there who love sox as much as undies. So this one is for you! I know one complaint will be the guys should have the sox pulled up higher, but hey we are just passing along the picture I hope you enjoy this Brief or not so Brief Distraction.

Also enjoy the behind the Scenes video:

We want to really congratulate Tribe in its second year. They have been a big supporter of UNB for as long as I can remember. They have some really fun undies and some great patterns. They are just a really fun line from Down Under! They are 100% Aussie made.

Tribe was founded in 2008 and very well received. They soon launched a swimwear line that was innovative and stylish. Which soon got labeled funky, sexy and fun! We have reviewed them here on UNB and have really loved their designs. So we want to say congrats Tribe and keep up the good work. We look forward to seeing more form you soon!

To celebrate they have everything is  20% – 70% OFF , both  Underwear and Swimwear and if you buy 3 pairs you will receive FREE a Mystery pair and a washbag. They are celebrating big for their anniversary!

Well we decided to so something a little more fun for the Brief Distraction. This was sent in by our friends at 10Percent.com! Its the Priape Wear Red Lace-Up Football Jockstrap. You can’t see the lace up part but trust us it’s there. Check it out at the 10Percent.com website. Let me know what you think of the racier pic, well it is for us! Yeah I know we are a little conservative, but we have gay/bi/str8 readers and we like you all! And we want to keep you all happy!

Cocksox and Bad Behavior Publishing when crazy taking pictures of their model Tristian in some World Cup themed pictures. They are shot in the new mesh line that just came out! There are many more pictures, you can see the complete pictures at the World Cup Theme Gallery.

Also you can 20% OFF FOR COCKSOX® DAY! 20% off the entire range until midnight July 18! Just enter ‘crown’ in the promo  code box when you CHECKOUT!

Yes its been a while since we have brought you a sales brief. I am back at it. I got sick, then starting my business so I’m back at it. Here are some specials going on now!

  • Skiviez is giving you 25% off all jocks in stock. If you use code HOTJOCKS at check out you can take part in the savings. This is on all jocks they have from Bike to Andrew Christian. If you want to save more become a fan on Facebook and you can save 30%.
  • Are you looking for a deal? Well NuWear has over 100 items for under $10. We are talking ones from Ginch Gonch, Candyman, Clever and more! Check out all the items on sale and get you some great undies at an incredibly low price.
  • We just profiled swimwear from GO Softwear now you can save 20% on all merchandise online! You can get a few of the swim suits we profiled or some of the great new underwear lines. Check out all of them at their site
  • Want to pretend like your a clown, nurse, prisoner, or a waiter? Then you must try out underwear from the CandyMan collection at HisTrunks.com. Order TODAY and receive 30% off for preordering. Orders will ship 7/14/10 or sooner. Also while you are there you can save on 2eros briefs. They are on sale from $16 to $22
  • Save 12% off your next order at Mensuas. Use promotion code jul12 at checkout and save on all regular priced items. Offer is not valid on previous orders, N2N Black collection or sale items. Offer expires 7/12/10. Free Shipping with non minimums on all order for US and Canada customer. We offer great international shipping rates.
  • Erogenos has the new Pipe Underwear Collection. We have relaunched PIPE with their new collection which features low rise briefs, trunks, lounge shorts, and complimentary tank tops. The collection features quality fabrics and construction.
  • Are you looking for some deals? Then Audace has some for you. They have some 2xist, C-IN2 and more on sale for just $9. Yup, very cheap and you better hurry before it’s gone.
  • Cityboyz Fashions has just added Go Softwear! You can check out the great undies and the swimwear we just profiled. Go Softwear is comfy and fun so check it out.
  • Are you a fan of HOM? Well Dead Good Undies just got some new HOM In! They are the Fruits of Temptation Hipsters, Sting single pack and Fresque hipster pack! Check them all out. I haven’t had HOM in a while, but they make some great undies
  • UnderGear is giving you 50% off select summer styles. Summer is half over and is perfect time to get a new suit for those pool parties. Don’t wear the same one all summer!
  • Jockstrap Central is giving you 15% off the Bike 10 Jockstraps. You know the classic jocks that everyone loves! You can have the savings until July 16th. So don’t miss out! They have been discontinued in the US and only in Europe but not sure for how much longer.
  • FreshPair.com is giving you and additional 40% off all clearance undies. You can save big time this weekend. Just use code STRIPES at check out

It’s pretty amazing what some companies are doing these days with their underwear designs.  Croota is definitely one of those amazing companies.  The Blue Tang is a work of art in itself with its unique outside design.  Combine it with the stitching, logo, and waistband and you have yourself one awesome pair of underwear.

As you may or may not know, Croota is what I would consider a “sassy brand”, or one that gives little thought to the opinions of others, giving it an awesome factor. You have the wittiness on the site and you also have it in the underwear label itself. Check this new brand out.  It’s going to explode soon!

Just like the other Croota pair I’ve reviewed, this is made of 95% cotton and 5% Spandex, yet it looks like no other underwear.  It’s really stunning and sticks out when you open the undies drawer, causing it to be one of the first pairs worn every time you make a choice.  If you’re looking for that pair of underwear to complete your collection and at a price that won’t break the bank, check out the Blue Tang!


Fit
5
Materials 5
Put Together 5
Look 5
Daily Wear 5
Overall 5

You can get the Blue Tang Hipster in blue denim from Croota’s website at http://croota.com.  A full range of sizes is available from S-XL.

Croota provided me with this pair of underwear to review.

Though it may seem I am wowed often, I’m actually not.  That is, except for now!  I have one of the greatest pairs of underwear imaginable.  The brand gives a middle finger to the world style.  If you don’t know what I’m talking about, head to their homepage at http://croota.com and you’ll see.

Speaking of that middle finger to the world, there’s a bit of humor as well as some serious individuality.  What’s that humor you ask?  You’ll have to find out for yourself.  It’s on the label and it should give you quite a laugh.  The waistband is cool with the right amount of accentuation with the mixture of red, black, and white.

This fine pair is constructed of 95% cotton and 5% spandex, equaling 100% of harmony.  I cannot get over how comfortable and natural feeling it is.  This stuff is perfect and the prices can’t be beat.  If you’re looking for some great underwear from down under, perfect for your down under, then look no further than the Croota Neo Night collection.


Fit
5
Materials 5
Put Together 5
Look 5
Daily Wear 5
Overall 5

You can get the Neo Night Hipster in black and white from Croota’s website at http://croota.com.  A full range of sizes is available from S-XL.

Croota provided me with this pair of underwear to review.

Geovanny is another one I got to meet at Magic. He’s a former dancer turned underwear designer. I know I sound like a broken record, but he’s doing some really great designs in underwear. I think we are going through like a renaissance in men’s underwear. I mean every time you turn around lately someone is doing something with color, patter or design. Geovanny is no exception. 10Percent.com has the new line of Geovanny underwear!

The reason I really love these is I think the designs really flatter a guy. I thin the placement of the seams really accent and show off all his assets. He has designed them with the seams in front that give it a really great looking pouch. I think he took the time out to really think about underwear should fit a man. I really like them and hope we get to see a lot more about him soon!

You can get Geovanny from 10Percent.com. We hope you will check these about and let us know what you think of the line! The top picture is the Geovanny Alexander Boy Brief. The three pics below is the Geovanny “Geovanny” Brief, the last one is the Geovanny Alexander Boy Brief

Take it to the next level with this new addition to the Andrew Christian line. The Shock Jock Racer Boxer is made from 90% soft cotton and 10% Spandex for excellent stretch recovery and features an extra wide silver colored sports elastic band – a first for Andrew Christian. The Shock Jock Racer Boxer features a hidden Active Shaping Technology cup in the frontal part of the brief to help shape and enhance the front “package” of a man; creating the perfect bulge. The hidden cup adds up to 2 inches (5 cm) onto your measurement. Contrast stitching down the front of the garment and along the sides adds detail to the garment. The boxer features a retro cut on the sides of the legs and contrast piping along the leg openings and up the sides of the garment.

Product Features:

  • Adds up to 2″ (5 cm) onto your frontal measurement
  • InvisibleActive Shaping Technology Cup to create the perfect shaped bulge
  • Cup provides great support and helps protect against zipper injury
  • Super comfortable… and looks amazing
  • Made in the Andrew Christian Design Studio in Los Angeles

Specs:

  • 1 3/4 inch logo elastic waistband
  • Sides measure 8 inches from top of waistband to leg opening
  • 7/8 inch fold under trim at leg hems
  • No fly
  • Removable Active Shaping Technology Cup can be hand-washed as needed
  • 90% Cotton, 10% Spandex
  • Machine Wash Warm – Remove pad before washing
  • Tumble Dry Low
  • Regular Price $34.00
  • Sale price with coupon $25.84

24% Off Coupon Details:

Purchase Style: 9188 Shock Jock Sports Boxer only in the next 24 hours on AndrewChristianShop.com and receive 24% off this style only. Does not apply to any other items. Enter code: 24SJRB9188 during checkout for the discount. Offer expires: July 9, 2010 at 11:59PM PT. May not be combined with any other coupons or offers. While supplies last. Offer subject to change at any time without notice.

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It’s that time of the year…Summer!  More importantly, swimwear time is upon us.  If you’re like me, then your collection has quite a few new swimsuits from down under, most being shorter than your usual American swimsuit.

Croota is a new, shorter swimwear collection.  One of two pairs I’ve received, the Surfers Paradise, is quite interesting.  Being someone that has never worn a shorter-than-board short swimsuit, I’ve been pleasantly surprised and I definitely recommend this pair to all who need to spice up their swimwear collection!

This interesting pair of swimwear is made of 85% Cotton and 15% Spandex, making for a quite comfortable combination.  Granted, I’m not completely sure what it is, but there is a second layer of material on the front that seems to be extra protection against visibility of the front.  I may be completely wrong.  That gives this pair a sort of hidden feature style that I like.  Head on over to Croota.com and check it out!


Fit
5
Materials 5
Put Together 5
Look 5
Daily Wear 5
Overall 5

You can get the Surfers Paradise low-cut hipster in beige or dark purple from Croota’s website located at http://croota.com.  A full range of sizes is available from S-XL.

Croota provided me with this pair of underwear to review.