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Review – Candyman 9695 Brief

April 8, 2013 No Comments

Believe it or not I have never had a pair of Candyman Underwear. I hear you saying “NO WAY” but I could never fit in them before this year. Candyman is known for making very sexy, fun and erotic underwear. This is not the undies you wear to the gym or maybe even every day. But for a date night they would be amazingly fun to wear. The pair I have to review is the Candyman 9695 Brief. The brief is white with a gold waistband and a kind of lace up back.

I decided to take a chance and wear it to work. How many times have we all bought “date night” underwear and they last about 2-3 hours before its time they come off one way or another. My initial impressions were I may not like this pair. But, I was keeping an open mind. I usually like pairs with a more defined pouch and hoped it wouldn’t bind as the day went on. Also the back is a lace up and open and that gave me other room to worry. As the day wore on the material, 93% Polyester, 7% Spandex, held up pretty well. I wish it breathed more through the day but it really didn’t bother me too bad. After I put them on and my jeans over I forgot I was wearing a more “erotic” pair of undies. Granted that said I wouldn’t wear them to the gym or do anything super active, but for every day wear or lounging they would be fine.

Sizing was pretty good. If you follow their sizing chart you should be fine. Note that the XL isn’t a 38 or 40 but size 36. So this is smaller then American sizes we are used too. So make sure you follow the sizing guide, if you don’t you maybe sorry. The XL fit me pretty well for a 36 waist.

Overall I liked the pair and will definitely wear it again. I loved the gold waistband and thought it set the pair off nicely. There is a big trend in men’s underwear to bring in metallic accents. The lace up back I thought would just drive me insane through out the day really wasn’t noticeable. I will say it surprised me and became one of my favorite features. My biggest complaint is I wish the material were a little more breathable. If you are super active this will not be something you will like.

I will say I’m enjoying trying different undies now that I can fit in them. Candyman will be on my list and this will be the first of many pairs I plan to own from them. I mean it bites when you can’t wear undies you want to try. Candyman just has fun with undies and it shows in their designs.

Pros:

Metallic accents
Lace up back
Just a fun design

Cons

Not a breathable material
No defined pouch

Ratings:

Daily Fit – B+
Sizing – B+
Construction – A-
Styling – A
Daily Performance – B+
Overall: B+

Candyman furnished this pair for review.

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Review – Candyman 9692 Brief

April 3, 2013 No Comments

When the review package arrived from Tim, I was a bit excited because my life has recently changed dramatically (and for the better) with the birth of my first child. I haven’t had time to really think about underwear outside of browsing the new Spring offerings from my favorite brands. When I opened the package and out came the Candyman 9692 Brief also referred to as the “Zip Around Brief” (on Freshpair). My first reaction in a word, was “Wow!” The brief is definitely on the more risque side, and since my only other pair from this brand is the mostly basic, Candyman Jockstrap 9656 I wasn’t prepared for something I’d consider out of my comfort zone. The 9692 Brief comes in White and Black and is available anywhere Candyman is sold online.

Since I knew I wouldn’t be able to get a full day’s wear out of these briefs, I decided to wear them from post-evening workout until my bed time on a night in which I’d be running around the house packing for a vacation to Florida. Given the overall construction of the brief (I will delve into specifics shortly) I was surprised how well it stood up over the 4-5 hours I had them on, while running up and down our stairs to pack. While generally this brief is probably better for “a night of fun” I would venture to guess that you could wear it all day, but as I’ll discuss shortly, you probably won’t want to.

As has been the case with Candyman so far, the 9692 Brief fits fairly true to size to perhaps just slightly larger (American Sizing). My pair was an XL (34-36) and they seem to fit my 36 inch waist comfortably. Since Candyman doesn’t have any gaps in their size chart (L=32-34, XL= 34-36) you may want to size down if you’ve got one of the matching waist measurements, e.g. If you’re a 34 inch waist, get a Large.

The brief itself is constructed with 96% Nylon and 4% spandex. The majority of the brief features what Candyman refers to as a “Modern Mesh” which given the materials used, are fairly elastic and move with you. Unlike most mesh briefs that are micromesh, the mesh pattern on these briefs is large, almost emulating a typical lace design. As if the mesh weren’t enough to put this in the “Erotic” category, twin zippers on both the front fly and covering the crack of the wearer’s butt on the rear send this into another dimension in terms of erotic underwear design. Both zippers are made up of a gold (on the black brief) or silver (on the white) leaf like textiles, and are fully functional. The zippers platform also gives the brief its structure, providing a surprisingly roomy pouch for your boys.

On the whole I like the brief for what it is, and I dislike the brief for what it isn’t. I like the attempt I see with this brief from Candyman. The designed with this brief wanted to adequately marry their fairly standard fare of highly erotic pieces with their less standard, but still readily available practical pieces. It is a goal that I think the designer achieved with the 9692 Brief, which is what makes the pair likable for what it is. There really seems to be a “catch” to this success though, and that is even though they found a way to make a sexy and somewhat practical product, the brief has too many elements that make it unwearable as daily wear, and I just simply can’t get over that. While I stated that this brief had a “surprisingly roomy” pouch, that doesn’t mean I was satisfied. Given the design itself, I knew the pouch was going to be cramped and it still is, it was just less cramped than I expected it to be once I got it on.

Personally this is an extremely difficult review for me to write. While I definitely am an adventurous underwear fanatic (no problem wearing skimpy thongs, briefs, etc) this particular pair is hard to really compare to any of the other “risque” underwear for a couple of reasons. The first is that my mind has a hard time getting over underwear with large sturdy zippers as a part of their design because I typically associate designs with those elements as conducive to an erotic BDSM lifestyle with which I know nor feel nothing. The second issue is perhaps more relevant to the review itself-which is the fact that until now, there really isn’t a pair of underwear I own that I can’t wear all day, including all of the more risque styles in my drawer. I want a brief to be wearable and this one isn’t for daily wear purposes at least.

Overall, while I personally wouldn’t buy the Candyman 9692 Brief for myself, that does not mean it isn’t a good or even great pair of underwear.

Pros:

The color options. I love gold on black and silver on white.
Nice marriage of overtly erotic design, combined with solid construction of a basic look (the brief design).

Cons:

Zippers in both front and back can get awkwardly placed while sitting or walking.
Overall design isn’t quite as inclusive (to a broader customer base) as the “marriage” I talk about above might want it to be.

Ratings (1-10 Scale, 10 is Best):

Daily Fit – 6

Sizing – 9

Construction/Materials – 10

Styling – 9

Daily Performance – 4

Overall – 7.6 out of 10

Candyman furnished this pair for review.

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Review – Candyman 9641 Jockstrap

April 2, 2013 No Comments

When I received this pair to review, I saw the word “jockstrap” on the packaging and we super eager to try this on. So you can imagine my surprise when I opened it up and found this pair inside. I held it up and looked at it and wondered how it was supposed to go on. This jockstrap has extra straps on both sides. Candyman always comes up with eye catching designs and patterns, and this pair definitely fits the bill. It is available in an array of colors: fuschia, green, orange, yellow, and black.

My day was pretty ordinary. Other than getting up to stretch my legs a couple of times and walk around the office, I pretty much sat at my desk all day. All work and no play, as the saying goes. Which is probably a good thing. This jockstrap is more about fashion than function, and I feel would be more suitable for a spicing up a special night than an intense workout at the gym.

I received it in a medium. Some of the items that Candyman offers can be on the small side, but this actually fit me well. I have a 31” waist, and then waistband sat comfortably on hips.

The striped pattern on the jockstrap is quite fun. Definitely draws the eye to the goods. And the material feels great. A few of the extra straps were pretty loose, which made me wonder how this jockstrap would fit on a guy with a larger or smaller backside. To get the full effect of how hot this jockstrap is, everything needs to be pulled nice and tight.

Pros

hot colors
eye catching pattern

Cons

extra straps can be a little loose

Ratings

Daily Fit – 6
Sizing – 8
Construction/Materials – 6
Styling – 9
Daily Performance – 6
Overall: 7

Canyman furnished this pair for review.

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Review – Candyman 9694-Gold Brief

April 1, 2013 No Comments

The pair I get to review is the Candyman Gold Brief 9694. Before I tried these on, I enjoyed feeling the soft, shiny, satin-like gold fabric with a nice contrasting black waistband and piping around the legs and pouch. The waistband is about 1.5 inches in width with the Candyman name woven within the band in large lettering. The pouch appeared to be held onto the body of the brief by two snaps which I immediately snapped apart to find that my theory held true. The snaps fit directly below the waistband, but above about an inch and a half of fabric meant to be part of the actual brief body. This is my first pair of Candyman briefs and I enjoyed being able to try them.

I went about my normal and routine day while wearing this par. I drove an hour to work, taught a college class, went shopping to several stores, taught another college class, and drove an hour back home to relax. It was a very busy day filled with lots of movement and activity. The pair fit well, stayed put, and was comfortable during my daily routine. This pair would hold up well during normal, routine activity. I would not recommend them for a day of serious activity or exercise.

I received a size large in this brief. This size should cover a 36-38 pant size. Sizing was true to size, but most websites I have seen recommend sizing up with Candyman. However, I found this pair to be accurate and well-fitting.

I liked the shiny gold fabric (97%Nylon, 3%Elastane) as it was stretchy and conforming to the body. The pouch was adequate and should accommodate any size guy without any major issues. The pull snaps were sturdy and added a nice touch to the pair. I really liked the snap off pouch as this could be an extremely erotic pair of underwear for that special night. I only had one dislike about the pair and that was the way the pair actually fit near the snaps. The fabric bunched up and created an odd, sharp angle directly beside the snap. If an additional snap was placed below the other snap, it would alleviate this problem.

Overall, this was a nice pair of underwear and I felt sexy and sexual while wearing them. Candyman seems to be a company that creates underwear to specifically cater to the fun and exciting side of a man. Also, it seems the designs allow for creativity in a guy and how he can express himself other than with just basic underwear. It is, after all, that we have a sexy part of our personality that we keep from the world and only show to our most intimate of companions.

Pros

Style
Fabric

Cons

SLIGHT fit issue with the odd angle created by fabric bunching near snap

Ratings:
· Daily Fit – 9
· Sizing – 8
· Construction/Materials – 10
· Styling – 10
· Daily Performance – 8
· Overall – 9

Candyman furnished these for review.

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Review- Clever Cheeky Boxer (2177)

March 30, 2013 No Comments

I have recently had the chance to wear Clever’s Cheeky Boxer. This is the first time that I have worn a pair of underwear made by Clever and upon opening the boxer which I received, I was very encouraged by what I found. My pair is black with red accents in size small. Along with this color combination, Clever also offers the boxer in either blue and white or yellow and green.

I have recently injured my right leg and as a result I have been bound to crutches. Because of this, the day I reviewed this boxer was spent primarily relaxing and lounging while elevating my leg, although I did do quite a bit of crutching to and from locations. Normally when I review a pair I try to do everything from running with other at home exercises to lounge and do everyday activities, but this time it simply wasn’t an option. Having said this, if I were to put this pair through the normal review test, I think it would have held up quite well. My reasoning behind this statement will be proved in the following paragraphs.

The boxer from Clever which I reviewed is a size small and this is certainly true. I am a rather skinny guy and normally there is still plenty of room to breathe in the average pair of underwear which is sized small. I really enjoy the way this pair conforms to my body. Personally, I enjoy that fits snugly or slightly snug to my body and this boxer, which I would honestly term as a trunk, certainly offers that to me. Each person is built differently though and as a result sizing can be tricky for most. Clever is a Colombian brand and as a result their sizes deviate slightly from American sizing. My advice to you if you are someone which is between sizes based on a given underwear brand, you should buy the larger size if you are to purchase this boxer.

Overall, I have many great things to say about this Cheeky boxer. First off, I love the name. It’s great and very true. This boxer sits square on the hips and is relatively square cut along the bottom in the front and progressively morphs into a brief along the sides and into the rear. It essentially is a brief from behind, hence the adjective cheeky. Even though the rear is slightly “cheeky”, this boxer never rode up during the day and retained it’s shape remarkably well. This boxer is constructed using a fabric blend consisting of 94% cotton and 6% spandex, making it not only breathable but also flexible. Enhancing both breathability and flexibility are the legs which are constructed with a mesh material.The colors and aesthetics of this boxer match it’s feel. While being mostly black, this boxer features a red waistband sporting the Clever name in white along with red mesh patches along the legs accented with grey piping. This color layout gives the boxer a very sporty look. It doesn’t have too many flaws, but moving forward I would like to see Clever make this boxer tagless and also take a bit more time at the factory making sure that all the excess thread along the seams are clipped. Both issues are minor and do not dampen my opinion of the boxer. Somewhere between a tight and tiny running short in appearance and minimal cut trunk/brief in function, this boxer is very masculine while also sexy and I really dig it.

It really is a shame that I did not have a chance to put this boxer through my favorite test, a long run. It is through this test where I learn most about a given pair of underwear. I am an avid runner and because of this I need my undies to perform at a very high level. Even though I didn’t get a chance to put this boxer through a full test, I don’t think it would have a problem passing with very high marks. This boxer has a really sporty look which should suit the tastes of a wide range of men, regardless of underwear consciousness. Having the opportunity to test drive this boxer was a privilege and I hope you have found it informative.

Pros:

Great fabric blend with a great use of mesh on the legs.
Retains shape throughout an entire day.
“Cheeky” fit in the rear.

Cons:

Abrasive underwear tag.
Some stray unclipped stitching.

Ratings

Daily Fit: 10
Sizing: 8
Construction/Materials: 9
Styling: 9
Daily Performance: 9
Overall: 9.0 (A)

Clever furnished this boxer for review and can be found at their website.

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Review – Andrew Christian NanoFit Thong

March 21, 2013 No Comments

As you know by now, I have an affinity for thongs, and when I discovered Andrew Christian’s newest thong design, I knew I had to have it and review it. The Andrew Christian NanoFit Thong is made from 95% Rayon (bamboo fiber) and 5% spandex. It features a traditional male thong design and currently comes in two colors, Burgundy and Teal (I bought both).

I am a huge Andrew Christian fanatic, it is the brand that features most prominently in my expanding collection of what is approaching 200 pairs. I am a particular fan of the NanoFit line which offers slimmer, sexier, more athletic looking lines than any of the other collections. An XL (34-36″) fits my 37″ waist comfortably, but I would stay away from sizing down as A.) this is a thong, so there is naturally less material and B.) unless you’re at the “bottom” number (34″ in the case of size XL) you should think about getting these true to your size.

The amount of Rayon in the NanoFit designs are one of the elements that set it apart from Andrew Christian’s Almost Naked line. The NanoFit line will hug your body ever so slightly more than a pair of underwear from the Almost Naked line, which keeps that soft fabric close to you all day. On this NanoFit Thong, the front pouch, which resembles any common jockstrap will both fit and cover your goods in comfortable fashion. Additionally, there is a “triangle” of rayon fabric at the back, which obviously provides the differentiation between it and a jockstrap. Like all Andrew Christian waistbands, the waistband on this thong is fairly comfortable, but on the burgundy thong, I found that the waistband fit slightly tighter than with the teal, but both laid nicely (flat) against the skin.

The construction of this thong is probably the most important part of this review to pay attention to. This thong is a bit of a re-re-think for the designer. Thong enthusiasts were happy in 2012 when “A.C.” introduced us to the Almost Naked Thong, but it was a departure from Andrew Christian’s original, “Show-It” thong design, with the leg seams creating a bigger rise from the waistband. The result was a thong that is really comfortable, but does not maintain its shape throughout the day, as the leg openings roll up with only a few steps. This thong replicates the original construction by attaching the leg openings to the waistband itself but makes two key departures from the original “Show-It” version. The most important in my mind being a reduction of material that makes up the back of the thong (both prior designs featured a wider V shape which made the thong seem like it was trying to decide if it wanted to be a half-boyshort or a thong) and the other change that makes it the second thong to feature the Anatomically Correct Pouch. Overall the construction is very solid and it’s the best thong from Andrew Christian to date. Is it, or should it be the final chapter in terms of thong design? No, but I would like to see A.C. use this construction as a template for all future thongs.

If I have any hangup with this thong it is in the “looks” department, but this is a very subjective category. I own just about every thong design out there, provided I can get my endowment and bubble butt into them and as my thong collection has expanded I’ve developed the preference for my thongs to look like thongs, and not jockstraps per se. However I am more than willing to make an exception with this one. The colors, with the shiny silver waistband that has come to embody the NanoFit line, and the contrasts of the Teal and Neon Green and Light Blue and Burgundy that make up the bulk of this thong, make it one of the best thongs you can buy. You’ll be happy with the way it differentiates itself from other thongs that have a similar design, and to me that helps this thong make the grade.

As far as daily wear is concerned, I don’t have to say much other than that I could wear this thong all day every day, if I didn’t like the variety my collection offers me. The fabric is incredibly soft, which encompasses the entire “string” so you literally like you feel like you aren’t wearing underwear at all, and certainly not a thong-which to most men is what they are looking/hoping for.

This Andrew Christian NanoFit Thong is one of the best out there right now, and as a guy who is not afraid to talk about my love for the thong, you need to go try this out. It would be a great first thong, but it will likely be met with more appreciation from guys who are already into thongs. You can get yours at AndrewChristianShop.com for $17.93

Pros:

Comfortable
Excellent Construction
Great for all-day wear

Cons:

Looks fairly average

Ratings

Fit – 5

Materials – 5

Put Together (Construction) – 4.5

Look – 4

Daily Wear – 5

Overall – 4.7

Note: this review was done before our revision.

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Review – 2EROS Black Label Brief

March 11, 2013 No Comments

It’s been a few years since we’ve redone the UNB reviews, but after a few years we felt there are many things we can improve. This is the first time we have posted a review with the new review outline. We will be changing things as needed. Feel free to email, leave a comment and let us know if we need anything else in our reviews!

Before I left for Vegas for Magic/Curve, 2EROS sent me a few pairs to try out while I was there. The box contained the 2EROS Black Label Briefs. This was the first time we have reviewed them and the first pairs I have owned. The Black Label line is available in brief (which we are reviewing) and a trunk. The two pairs are available in white and navy for the brief and white and black for the trunk.

When I opened the package immediately noticed was the material, it was super soft and made out of 87% Tactel (Nylon) / 13% Elastane. Its one of those pairs you get that you know is going to feel amazing when you put them on. I wore these in Vegas running around the show. While there I walk at a minimum 10 miles a day. I kid you not I am on the go from 8 AM till 6 PM and very few breaks. So these really felt great and were prefect for an active day. The material breathed through the day and didn’t make me feel uncomfortable or hot. They were a great pair to wear during a super active day.

Sizing is one of the biggest problems with underwear today. As you may know I have recently lost weight and down to a 36 waist. When I first held the pair up I was a little worried that it wouldn’t fit me. You know how you put the underwear up to you to see if it will fit, and it was a little tight. However, when I put them on they fit great. The pair I wore was a X-Large. So note that these are not based on American Sizing where a large is a 36-inch waist. If you are much larger then a 36-inch waist I would say don’t buy them. If you are other sizes, as always check the sizing chart before you buy.

The one thing I really liked was the styling of this pair. The styling is very classic, but still made with the support I like. The blue waistband just set off the pair very well! There isn’t too much I didn’t like about the pair. The only thing I would suggest is that it be available in Black and other classic colors.

Pros:

Great materials
Fit very well in an active day
Breathed throughout the day

Cons:

Have it made in black
Not much more to complain about.

Ratings:

Daily Fit – 9
Sizing – 7
Construction/Materials – 10
Styling – 9
Daily Performance – 9
Overall: 8.8

2EROS furnished this pair for review. They can be found at their website for $34.95 AUD

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Review – MaleBasics Microfiber Long Johns

February 27, 2013 No Comments

It’s cold weather and you know what that means, right? Layers. Once that first chill hits my spine I start wearing thermals all the time. Most of my thermals are the waffle cotton kind from Kmart. They aren’t the most well designed pieces of clothing but they sure keep me warm. The fit is always a little off because the crotch is too low. The calves are too tight and with my hairy legs it just becomes really itchy. I spend all day pulling the waistband up. Even though they are considered long underwear I still feel like I meed to wear underwear underneath because they don’t give me the support I need to be comfortable. So even though I am warm, I am often substituting warmth for comfort wearing these long johns.

Malebasics to the rescue. Kind of..The Malebasics Microfiber Long John offers everything a guy needs in a long john. This garment offers complete comfort. They use one of the softest fabrics, Microfiber (Nylon 78% Spandex 12%), I was so relaxed in them all day. The only issue I had was that these long johns is that they aren’t for those days when its freezing out. These are perfect for a cool fall or spring day. They aren’t really for the dead of winter. The main reason is because its made of Microfiber. You have probably heard of Microfiber is often used for athletic wear because the material wicks moisture away from the body, keeping the wearer cool and dry. Microfiber is also very elastic, making it suitable for undergarments. I found the material really comfortable but I wasn’t as warm as I would have wanted.

The design is really exceptional. This is basically cut like a really comfortable brief. The pouch is lifts you up and out. Really shows off a bulge nicely. Usually, like I said before, a long john squashes you flat. I never felt like I needed to wear another pair of underwear underneath. It was so nice and soft on my body. It was so comfortable that I even slept in them. I never needed to readjust myself. In fact, I actually forgot what I was wearing under my jeans at one point because I was so comfortable. I have hairy legs and often get itchy with tight materials around my calves. These long johns are cut to hug you until about the knee. The design is then loose around your lower legs with an elastic bottom at the ankle. At first I thought that the looseness was strange and then I realize its exactly what I needed. The design is like a modified sweat pant that hugs and supports you in all the best areas. I got the pair in white which is slightly transparent but I didn’t mind. I will definitely be picking up the black pair as well from their site. With spring coming I still like to wear layers when the cool night NYC breeze hits me. These long johns will definitely be a regular in my underwear collection.

And maybe Malebasics will offer them in more colors soon? Gray? Nude? Red? Blue? Yellow? Please. Thank you.

Pros –

great fit.
soft fabric
all day comfort

Con’s

not as warm as I expected
only two colors available.

Ratings:

Fit 5
Materials 5
Construction 5
Look 5
Daily Wear 5
Overall 5

This pair was furnished by Malebasics and is available for $44.10 at their site.

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Review – UNIQLO Heattech Long Johns

February 25, 2013 No Comments

Hi everyone, here is the second item from my lovely new found fav UNIQLO, from the Heattech line: the Long Johns. Now, these have the same luxurious feel of the UNIQLO Airism line, with the added technology that their fabric absorbs moisture from your body and converts it to heat. It is made of a very thin synthetic fabric that can keep you warm without the bulk of heavy winter underclothes.

Like the Airism line, I am in love with these long johns. Living in Vermont, I experience a LOT of cold, and these are the perfect under-pant garment, as well as a lounge garment. They have a two panel back (center back seam), and a separate crotch panel in the front with a functional fly opening. The waistband is a woven elastic, with a tag center bag. Much like the airism line. The fabric for the Heattech line is 34% polyester, 33% rayon, 27% acrylic, 6% spandex. The line has two styles, the “long john” and the “tight”, both seem to be exactly the same in all composition, except the “long john” features a waistband that’s encased into the top of the long john, where the “tight” has a sewn on elastic band as the top. Both are extremely comfortable.

The fabric is extremely silky, and not overly warm (the type of overly warm where you are sweating all over it, which is the reason why I dislike a lot of winter garments). The fabric is breathable, and nicely stretchy to give a nice form to your legs without outlining every contour to your package. My negative thoughts on this long john focus on the ankles. I have shorter legs than my size demographic in most brands. My jeans are usually 34-32 where I usually end up shortening them to 34-30. Having said that, if I put on these long johns, and mark where it hits my ankle, and remove them, there’s definitely more than 2 inches of extra length on these. It wouldn’t be a problem if the whole thing was baggy, but because the rest of it is more fitted to your legs, having a bunchy ankle makes it look a little like awkward legwarmers. The other note is that I have fairly small feet, and it is hard to get my foot/ankle through the bottom hem of the legs. I think there’s a little too much “infrastructure” in the hem of the ankles, which is not letting the fabric stretch as much as it could if just folded over and sewn.

At just under 20$ and coming in a nice range of muted neutral stripes/solids with a few bright colors thrown in (fuchsia, lime, turquoise), these are a really great piece for the cold weathered man. They also happen to look quite sexy in my opinion.

PROs:

Very cozy in the cold months.
Silky feel fabric

CONs:

awkward leg length
tight ankles

RATINGS:

FIT 3.5
MATERIAL 5
CONSTRUCTION 4.5
LOOK 4
DAILY WEAR 5
OVERALL: 4.4

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Review – Uniqlo AIRISM Boxer Brief

February 24, 2013 No Comments

Today, I get to review a line from a store called UNIQLO (read carefully, this is not to be confused with another underwear brand). Though UNIQLO is not a specifically underwear only company, or even a company highly focused on undergarments, I love the quality of their underwear so much, I wanted to write about them.

UNIQLO is a Japanese company that started in 1984, but I hadn’t heard about until a couple years ago. As a store, it’s like a Japanese H&M-like store, focusing on basics and quirky accent pieces at an affordable price, but still retaining sturdy quality. Their underwear visually isn’t groundbreaking, but to wear them is a treat, so I own many pairs.

The line/pair I want to talk about today is the boxer brief from the AIRISM line. Visually, you won’t be that impressed. The entire line is saturated in deep neutral solids with occasional low-vibrancy accent prints. For instance, you can get a basic all black, a charcoal, a dark midnight blue…as well as a black/charcoal small checker print, or a black-grey-deep navy stripe pattern…etc. No bold primaries, neons. It’s not that kind of line.

The boxer brief in construction isn’t groundbreaking, but feels amazing. It features a single rear panel (no seam down the butt), and separate slightly contoured fly-front pouch. The waistband is exposed woven elastic, as well as a sewn on tag on the back center. It is made of a 87% polyester 13% elastane fabric that truly feels and reads as silk (I’m not making this up, and I’m a professional costume designer, I can tell you when it feels like silk). The name of the line is because of the fabric and fits making it almost feel like you’re wearing a cool breeze, instead of a pair of underwear.

When I’m wearing my AIRISM Boxer Briefs, I truly do forget that I’m wearing them. The tag has never bothered me. It’s not a truly low-rise undergarment, but it doesn’t ride up or down at all. The legs aren’t elasticized at the bottom, and I almost never notice them riding up. The pouch isn’t fussy with any lifting or pushing out type details, but it has enough contour to keep the goodies from getting smushed all the time. I wear these in any situation, I’ve lounged around at home in them, I’ve worn them to go teach circus in (I usually wear a dance belt, but on “light” circus days, I wear these with NO problem).

I love these so much. I’m pretty sure I have at least 8 pairs if not more (in all different colors/prints of course). And at about $13 a pair, it’s an amazing deal on the quality you’re getting. I find they run pretty true to size, so trust their size chart when you’re ordering. You won’t regret these.

PROs:

amazing silky feel
very great price
nice fit

CONs:

mellow in color choice

RATINGS:

FIT 4
MATERIAL 5
CONSTRUCTION 4.5
LOOK 2.5 (NEUTRAL)
DAILY WEAR 5
OVERALL: 4.2

Find this pair at Uniqlo

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Review – MaleBasics Microfiber Boxer Briefs

February 23, 2013 No Comments

Before I received this pair to review, I did not own anything from MaleBasics. And anyone who knows me and my passion for underwear will tell you I’m not a fan of boxer briefs. I tend to prefer smaller briefs. So it was with a little reluctance that I agreed to review the MaleBasics Boxerbrief. And must say I was pleasantly surprised. 78% nylon and 22% spandex, I really enjoyed the way they felt throughout my day.

It was just a typical day for me. 8 long hours at my desk, with the occasional stroll throughout the office to keep the blood flowing. I was worried that I would be pulling them legs down every time I stood up, but much to my surprise I only had to do that a couple of times. The waistband was extremely comfortable, and I liked the fact that it didn’t create the dreaded “muffin top” around my waist. After work I went to the gym to work out, and wore these under my shorts. The fabric breathes and moves great. Because I generally wear briefs, I am used to more of a pouch, I did find myself making the occasional adjustment when things moved out of place.

With contrast stitching on the legs and pouch, these boxerbriefs are definitely eye catching. The waistband boldly announces the brand, and there will be no mistaking that you are a man who has exceptional taste in underwear when you wear these.

Pros:

great fabric
legs did not ride up

Cons:

no pouch front

Fit	5
Materials	5
Construction	4
Look	5
Daily Wear	4
Overall Out of 5	4.6

This pair was provided for review by MaleBasics, and is available in red, white, and turqouise from http://malebasics.com for $26.00

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Review – MaleBascis MBM01 Trunk

February 21, 2013 No Comments

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Review – Garçon Model Brazil Trunk

February 20, 2013 1 Comment

I had such high hopes for the Garcon Model Brazil Trunk when I received it as it is quite an attractive looking pair. Available only in yellow with green piping (Brazil – get it?) the trunk features a comfortable metallic logo waistband as well a color contrast logo on the seat of the trunk . Additionally there is no annoying tag to deal with. These great details are probably why they are the most popular item on the GM store. However, the pleasing looks is where my love affair with this trunk ends because despite these advantages I had issues with the general fit of the pair.

I own quite a few pairs of boxers/trunks/shorts and in my opinion these barely qualify as a trunk; the cut is much more like a brief. When I first put these on, I even double checked the package to make sure I received a trunk. Additionally, for a large, the fit was pretty tight, especially at the leg opening – to the point that when I took them off at the end of the day, they had definitely bunched up around my legs adding to the brief appearance. Also, if you’ve read any of my previous reviews you know that I am a fan of underwear with pouches and while the Brazil trunk does have a semblance of a pouch, it likewise is tight and somewhat uncomfortable.

While I do wear large in most of my underwear, obviously I could alleviate many of my issues by purchasing an XL however, sadly they are not available bigger than a large. Overall, I would say that they are well made and the 82% Nylon/18% Spandex is remarkably soft. If they fit you, they are a great pair of underwear; however, the awkward fit means that for me personally they will be living at the back of my underwear drawer.

Pros:

Metallic waistband
Tagless

Cons:

Not really a trunk
Tight fit
Small pouch

Ratings:

Fit – 2
Materials – 5
Construction – 5
Look – 4
Daily Wear – 3
Overall – 3.8

Garçon Model furnished this pair for review.

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Review Male Basics Microfiber Long John

February 18, 2013 No Comments

We are well into winter here in the Northeast. What better way to weather the two feet of snow we received in Boston last week than with a pair of long johns and a cashmere sweater! Much to my luck, two days before we were hit by the super storm, Nemo, I received a pair of Male Basics Microfiber Long Johns to take for a test run.

These long johns are made of a very soft microfiber fabric, which had a nice weight to it. They are fitted throughout the majority of the leg, with some extra room near the lower calves, where there is a cuff at the ankle. There is a grey seam down the front and back of each leg, as well as the center of the front and back. One thing I really enjoyed about these MaleBasics was the front pouch. I have had many pairs prior to this particular one, but non have supplied me with the right amount of support without wearing a pair of underwear underneath them; this pouch has a center seam, and provided a gentle lift to the ‘goods.’ They hugged the body without being too tight or too loose, and were perfect for lounging around the house, and running around the corner for a quick coffee fix during the storm. The only thing I was not satisfied with was the contrast seaming; while it highlighted my best ‘features,’ it was not consistent, and you could see where the stitching was too close, snagged or too spread out.

These microfiber long johns currently are available in black, and have a light grey contrast stitching and silver and black logo waistband. The tags on the interior of the waistband are soft and sewn into the band, as to not cause irritation to the lower back. The fabric, made of 78% nylon and 12% spandex, also held its shape and elasticity following a few wears around the house and under a pair of jeans during the blizzard.

Pros

super soft
great fit
low rise

Con’s

Inconsistent stitching

Ratings

Fit – 4.5
Materials – 4.5
Construction – 3.5
Look – 4.5
Daily Wear – 4.5
OVERALL – 4.3

*OUT of 5*

This pair was furnished by MaleBasics and is available for $45.00 at their site.

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Review – PPU 1237 Brief

February 17, 2013 No Comments

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Review – PIK-8635 Candy Jumbo Brief

February 10, 2013 No Comments

Recently, I have had the pleasure of reviewing Pikante’s Candy Jumbo Brief. The pair which I received is a small, colored in a light red color with black accents and is constructed using a fabric blend of 86% polyester and 14% spandex. The Pikante logo is stiched into the black waistband. This pair has a simple look which I really enjoy as it adds a certain simplicity to the brief. The front pouch is covered with a see through mesh material different to the other material used to construct the pair. Personally, I am not a huge mesh guy, but if you are interested in showing off once in awhile, this pair should certainly fit the bill.

The day in which I reviewed this brief was very busy. From classes in the morning to an hour run in the evening, I was able to put this pair of underwear through many tests and I must say that it performed very well. The polyester/spandex material used to make the rear panel feels amazing against my skin. It did tend to ride up very slightly, but I never really noticed it. This brief performed well too during my workout. Everything up front was held up and supported as I expected, but I will say that near the end of the run, my package was beginning to moderately chafe which I would attribute to the mesh fabric of the pouch. Along with this, while this brief is very comfortable, it’s not the best choice to wear under shorts while running for a long period of time. That is the cold air mixed with the exposed front pouch.

Pikante terms this underwear as a brief but after wearing it, I would term it more as a string bikini. With completely revealing sides and limited seat coverage, it reminded me much more of the string bikinis I have seen in the past. This is by no means a complaint, but more a general comment of my experience.

This was my first time wearing a Pikante product and while I very much enjoyed wearing this brief (bikini), I don’t anticipate wearing it on a frequent basis due to its revealing nature.

Pros:

Fantastic fabric blend in the rear
Strong waistband
High leg cut

Cons:

Not best for winter wear
Exposing front pouch
Front fabric chafes during extended physical activity

Ratings

Fit: 4
Material: 4
Construction: 4
Look: 4
Daily Wear: 3
Overall: 3.8

Pikante furnished this pair for revew.

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Review – Male Power Wave Mini Pouch Trunk

January 29, 2013 No Comments

Hot hot hot! That’s the best way to describe this super fun trunk from Male Power. When I took it out of the package, I couldn’t figure out what the pattern was or how it would look. But as as I put it on and looked in the mirror I knew what all the buzz was about. Designed to provide support and titillate at the same time, this trunk is sure to spice up those special times between you and your partner. Made from a polyester/spandex blend, the look and feel of this trunk is a winner.

The first thin you notice about these trunks is the construction. This body hugging short is covered in see-thru inserts, giving any one who sees you in them a glimpse of what is underneath. While that may be disconcerting to some, it can be quite exhilerating for others. I wore mine on purpose to the gym, and caught quite a few looks as I changed into my gym shorts. Not only do they look great, but they felt great. Didn’t have any issues working out in them at all. And the inserts made them exceptionally breathable. There is a center seam that provides some lift in the back as well, which is always nice. My only complaint is that they are only offered in black and white. Imagine red and white…yowza!

Pros

super sexy
lifts in front and back
feels great on the skin

Cons

only available in one color

Fit	5
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	5
Overall Out of 5	5

Male Power furnished this pair for review

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Review – PiKante 8364 Boxer

January 27, 2013 No Comments

When I opened my latest review pair the other day, I was excited to see this hot number (horrible pun intended) by PiKante. Their 8364 boxer is an eye-catching micro mesh of a 93% Polyester/ 7% Spandex mix that is available in a light blue color with yellow contrast stitching and logo waistband. While I am a fan of logo waistband, the PiKante logo could probably use a little editing as it contains but a chili pepper as the “i” and an underwear-clad male form as the “t” – but that’s just my two cents.

On the day I wore the boxer I found myself doing errands and going to the grocery store. As they day wore on I found that it felt like the leg had rode up a tad and felt somewhat bunched at my thighs. Much to my surprise when I changed that evening the boxers were not actually bunched at all, I’ll admit it, I have meaty thighs and I believe in my case that the leg openings were a little too snug and that after a full day of errands, I really started to notice it. With that said, there was no chaffing or the like, it was just mildly uncomfortable; however, as comfort is paramount for me in my underwear, that did lead to my fit/daily wear ratings below.

I do however, have to compliment PiKante on the micro mesh that was chosen for the boxer. While it is partly shear, it is very discrete and does not feel like it is revealing too much or letting any part of your anatomy hangout – at least not anymore than it’s well-designed pouch is suppose to. Additionally, sometimes mesh boxers tend to have a flimsy feel to them and I am happy to report that these have a hardy build that definitely holds its own.

Overall, I really wanted to like these boxers, especially because of the color combo, but the leg fit is an issue for me. I hope that it might have just been this pair because I like the other features and would like to wear these more regularly than I will because of the fit.

Pros:

Sturdy construction
“Discrete” mesh

Cons:

Snug leg openings

Ratings:

Fit – 3
Materials – 5
Construction – 5
Look – 5
Daily Wear – 3
Overall – 4.2

This pair was furnished by PiKante.

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Review – Male Power Bamboo Mini Short

January 26, 2013 1 Comment

In today’s “green” world, it should be no surprise that underwear companies are now creating new and unique underwear that is both comfortable and eco-friendly. Male Power has created it’s Bamboo collection with this in mind. 95% bamboo, 5% spandex, this trunk style brief is a great buy for the environmentally conscious man.

I wore this trunk on a day when I worked all day. Sitting at my desk, occasionally walking throughout the office an such. While I generally prefer to wear briefs, I have to say that I really liked this trunk. emblazoned with the Male Power logo, the waistband is comfy and doesn’t pinch, and the legs didn’t ride up. The fabric feels amazing. These trunks have a built in pouch that lifts and accentuates while giving you plenty of room to breath. The pouch was a little loose, but definitely captures the sex appeal that Male Power is known for producing.

This trunk fit true to size and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a trunk with the sex appeal of a pouch brief. Available in black and teal.

Pros

great feel
comfortable waistband
eco-friendly

Cons

pouch can be slightly loose

Fit	5
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	4.5
Overall Out of 5	4.9

Male Power furnished this pair for review.

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Review – John Sievers Cotton Natural Pouch Brief

January 23, 2013 1 Comment

I’ve always been interested in trying what the market has to offer when it comes to “Anatomical” or “Natural” pouches. Thus, I’ve come to one of the perhaps lesser known brands is John Sievers, who seem to want to make their name on what they term their “Natural Pouch” design. So I bought the John Sievers Cotton Natural Pouch Brief (in “Orchid”) from InternationalJock.com and wanted to review it for your consumption.

This particular brief is made of 95% cotton and 5% Lycra and features a logo waistband. For the most part it is a comfortable pair of briefs that run fairly true to size. My pair was a Large which is labeled for size 36-38 waists and fit my 37-38″ waist comfortably. It is important to note that this brand “jumps numbers” on its size chart and if you are one of the odd numbers out (31, 35, 39) I would recommend sizing up.

As I said these briefs fit my waist well, and the cotton is certainly high quality which provides a nice, non-stretch fit throughout the day. In terms of overall fit, these briefs fit like most low-rise bikini cut briefs do. They are made to fit low on the hips with high cut leg openings and full coverage in the rear. The “Natural Pouch” fits how you would expect it to, but for men who are more well endowed (as I am), the cotton pouch isn’t as big as I would like it to be and that caused some various sitting-to-standing problems during the day.

Construction wise, this brief is fairly sound. The “Natural Pouch” is created by additional material held together by an additional seam or stitch that falls just behind your package, but the cotton does create a less mold-able pouch compared to its Rayon or Modal counterparts. The Color Vibe Brief from Andrew Christian is another cotton brief that features a natural pouch and gets this design right as the pouch is larger, as an acknowledgment of cotton’s limitations. That is not to say that this pouch isn’t comfortable, I wore them for an entire day with hardly any discomfort.

The style or look of this particular pair is honestly what attracted me to them. This brief comes in at least seven colors from standard blacks and grays to this Orchid color. Aside from the color, I like the fact that this is designed much like a traditional y-front, with the contrast white piping. Outside American Apparel, you don’t see many designers sticking to the traditional version of this design. It’s nice to see a hybrid of a traditional looking brief with a new design (a contour or natural pouch) aspect.

I would recommend this particular brief to everyone, but particularly men who like anatomical or natural pouches. Additionally, this brief given its use of cotton would be especially good for those men who enjoy how such pouches let them hang, but don’t necessarily have the endowment to fill those pouches out. While I probably won’t buy another pair, I will certainly come back to this brief when I want a change of pace.

Pros:

Good Fit
Solid Construction
Stylish

Cons

“Natural” Pouch could be slightly larger

Ratings

Fit – 4.5
Materials – 5
Construction – 4.5
Style – 5
Daily Wear – 4.5
Overall – 4.7

Find this pair at International Jock

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Review – Candyman Jockstrap 9656

January 21, 2013 No Comments

I was really excited to hear that I was going to be able to review this jockstrap. I had been eyeing it for some time and while Candyman in general, doesn’t suit my style I am a bit of a “Red White & Blue” fan which made this particular jock desirable.

The jockstrap I am reviewing is the 9656 from Candyman and size XL (34″-36″). When it comes to fit, this jock fits plenty large for its size chart waist description. I have a 37″ waist (might have gotten to 38 after the Holidays) and the XL fit me more than comfortably. The jock is made of 93% polyester and 7% spandex.

I decided to wear them all day and for a 2 mile run after work just to test how they held up as athletic wear. Not to my surprise, the unique design-which attracted me to the jock in the first place made for comfortable wear in both the daily and workout settings. The uniqueness in the design of course, is that the support straps that make jockstraps what they are, happen to be the exact same width and material as the waistband of the jock. The added width of the support straps made for very comfortable wear, but because it was the same construction as the waistband, problems with over-elasticity became apparent towards the end of my run.

Like most underwear this jock’s waistband stretches with you throughout the day but doesn’t ever lose its hold. Theoretically this should be the case with the support straps of this jock, since they are identical to the waist band. However, the construction of the jock overall is probably the culprit of the over-stretch during my run (I can’t imagine how stretched they’d get during circuit training-which is my preferred work out method). It’s clear that Candyman was going for all-day comfort and wearability instead of functionality when it comes to construction and design of this jockstrap. That’s OK in theory, but I think I speak for most jock wearers when I say we’d expect a daily-wear jock to function properly at the gym as well. That’s not to say this jock isn’t serviceable in that respect, it’s just not great.

On the positive side, the pouch is long and the cut is very well-suited for men with athletic frames (me). While the pouch could have been slightly deeper or more contoured, my boys never felt cramped or squished. Another good aspect of this jockstrap is its style. The idea to incorporate waistband support straps makes the jock look somewhat neat and the two-toned color design of the pouch is a nice touch. While it certainly isn’t the most stylish jockstrap out there, it is far from boring, which earns it positive marks.

Despite the drawback of its functionality as a jockstrap for intended jockstrap use, such as the gym or the street/sidewalk, I would still recommend you give this one a try simply because it is incredibly comfortable despite its drawbacks, especially for daily wear. I would recommend that if you are the size in the middle of the size chart (e.g. you have a 35″ waist and XL is 34″-36″) that you size down, regardless of your measurement as I’d guess these run about an inch and a half large.
Check them out! You can find them wherever Candyman is sold.

Pros:

Very comfortable
Stylish but understated design

Cons:

Poor athletic functionality
Sizing might be a hassle

Ratings:

Fit – 4
Materials – 5
Construction – 3
Look – 4.5
Daily Wear – 5
Overall – 4.3

Candyman furnished this pair for review.

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Review – Hamilton & Hare Boris Blue Tailored Boxer

January 14, 2013 No Comments

I will start this off by saying that I never thought I would be doing a review for a boxer! If memory serves me correct I have only ever bought one pair in my life. Those were a solid white pair made out of Egyptian cotton, which got one wearing. Flash forward many years and on Twitter, we posted about another brand being sold in Selfridges in England and Hamilton & Hare sent us a message they are being sold there and are high quality boxers. That lead to them sending us a pair for review. Since I knew very few on the site would wear boxers, I decided to bite the bullet and do the review.

I hear many of out there turning out right now. But I hope you read this review. Hamilton & Hare is is some of the highest quality underwear I have ever owned. The materials and construction have been top notch. The pair arrived in a mesh bag, that is reusable, and a linen handkerchief. So right away they really impressed me. How many pairs of underwear do this type of packaging. The design is not your father’s boxers. These are fitted and aren’t baggy. Granted they don’t have a pouch which I like but they don’t let your business hang totally free. It’s a tighter boxer then I am used too. I put these on before bed and were going to use them more as lounge wear for a Sunday, but after wearing them, I decided to wear them for the day around the house. They really did fit well and at times i forgot I was wearing boxers!

These boxers really impressed me through out the day. They are more like shorts rather then boxers. The ones guys wear here in the states are baggy, bunch and let’s face it just plain ugly. I sear if I see one more sponge bob or cartoon boxers I”ll scream. As I said above these are for a serious boxer lover. The design is something that I really liked. it has elastic around the sides and two buttons at the top of the fly. It felt really good to wear. No this won’t receive the best rating but for a boxer, I was seriously impressed. I will wear these again. I could def see these under a suit.

I know many out there who read this blog would never consider boxers. I believe sometimes you have to step outside your comfort zone and try something new. Whether that be a thong, boxer, bikini or trunk. We should all try other pairs. You maybe surprised what you find. These didn’t bunch like the other pair I had. They stayed in place and I was worried about the fly. Would two buttons be enough to hold everything in and it was. They really paid attention to the design and construction of these.

I would recommend these if you’re a boxer fan of any sort. If you have ever wanted to try boxers and step out side your comfort then spring for the quality and you won’t be disappointed.

Pros

High Quality Materials
Great construction
Comes in mesh bag with handkerchief

Cons

Price – is pricy but you have to pay for quality
Didn’t have a pouch

Ratings:

Fit – 4
Materials – 5
Construction – 5
Look – 4
Daily Wear – 3.5
Overall – 4.3

Hamilton & Hare furnished this pair for review. You can find them at http://hamiltonandhare.com/ They retail for £42.

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Review – Candyman 9674 Boxer

January 13, 2013 No Comments

I always enjoy getting to review a brand that is new to me and the 9674 Boxer is my first pair from Candyman. Overall, Candyman makes quirky and unique underwear that runs the gambit from colorful designs to costume underwear. The 9674 falls into the colorful category. The bright red boxers feature a black contrast zig-zag stitching and white horizontal lines on the leg panels (The 9674 is also available in a white/black combination).

I wore the 9674 for a vigorous day of errands around town, then out to dinner and overall they were a very comfortable pair. They did have a very small amount of ride-up but because of the short trunk-like cut, it was very minimal and not even noticeable until I was changing at home that evening. Additionally, the 93% Polyester/ 7% Spandex mix made for a very snug yet pleasing fit.

As always, I am happy when a pair of boxers has a nice pouch and the 9674 hit the mark with one that is roomy and offers just enough support. One interesting feature that is not readily noticeable from the pictures, is that the horizontal lines on the leg panels are actually pockets. There is something about this that is somewhat amazing to me as they are constructed in such a way that adds absolutely not extra bulk to the boxer and does not detract from the comfort or clean lines. The only question I have is why? While I could not conceive a reason to do such a thing (as reaching into your pants to take a call my be somewhat awkward in most social situations), the pocket fits an iPhone 5 nicely.

At the end of the day, this is a very solid and comfortable pair of boxers, nothing groundbreaking but I’ll be keeping them on the top of my pile.

Pros:

Comfortable
Sturdy snug construction
Pockets!

Cons:

Pockets?

Ratings:

Fit – 5
Materials – 5
Construction – 5
Look – 5
Daily Wear – 5
Overall – 5

Candyman furnished this pair for review.

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Review – Cocksox CX01 Stripe Brief

January 10, 2013 No Comments

Yes, I am the thong guy. But sometimes I like to wear a sexy brief. I was excited to do this review, because I always wanted to try Cocksox. I have always loved the images Cocksox produces for their underwear. Let’s be honest- Australian men are hot. They seem to all have amazing beach ready bodies. So mix the sexy male Australian body with a sexy underwear brand and what do you get? A must have for every guy that likes to wear sexy, well designed and great quality underwear.

Made from 94% Cotton 6% Lycra this brief is very brief. If this is a brief I wanna move to Australia. I would consider this a bikini. There are so many great aspects to it. The brief doesn’t have an over designed waistband. Its just a piece of elastic surged to the fabric. I think the big fad of branding a logo on the waistband has really gotten out of hand. Plus these large waistbands tend to fold up during the day needing to be readjusted. The simplicity of this design is one of my favorite aspects. Many of my friends make fun of me because almost all my clothes are striped. I don’t know why but I just love stripes. Striped fabric is a great way to tell if the designer and manufacturer can match the grain of the fabric. If the stripes line up at the seams then you can bet that its a better quality. I loved the red and black striped Cocksox. Both of my favorite things, stripes and underwear, together make me a happy camper! And you know what my favorite thing about this “brief” is? NO ANNOYING SCRATCHY TAG! Well, that is not entirely true because there is one sewn flat to the front. It doesn’t touch the skin so I don’t count it as a tag. It’s just a brand label. Thankfully, the Australian brand just put an iron on tag in the back interior. I can not stand tags and hate hate hate them. So— thank you Cocksox.

The underwear itself is made from three pieces of fabric. Two pieces make up the front. The center seam is nicely put together and flat. The back is just one piece of fabric and is really well sewn together. They spent just as much time finishing the inside. Sometimes manufacturers skimp on the details and when you go to put a pair on you accidentally rip some of the finishes. I did my regular test and wore them to the gym. I got lots of stares since there was a large protruding bulge in my shorts. Everyone likes attention. And I loved it and also didn’t experience any of the crotch discomfort, squishing, or pain I felt wearing other similar brands. I knew with my big butt and the underwear’s little rear that they were going to ride up. To my total surprise it wasn’t the wedgy where after a few deep lunges it became a thong. Yes, the rode up a bit but then they stayed in place and really hugged my cheeks. It probably has to do with the great finishes to the legs and waist. So the front is Cocksox and the back was Buttsox. It is a great pair of Sox.

Every guy needs to buy this pair. Let me know when you do if you like them as much as I do.

Pros

fun pattern
Soft fabric
Fantastic design
Quality manufacturing

Cons

I could have used a couple more inches of butt coverage but some people like cheeks hanging out.

Ratings

Fit: 5
Materials: 5
Look: 5
Construction: 5
Daily Wear: 5
Overall: 5

Cocksox furnished this pair for review. The CX01 is available for $28 at their site.

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Review – Andrew Christian RetroPop Boxer and Brief

January 9, 2013 No Comments

So, this review is a two-fer because I will be reviewing both the Boxer and Brief of the Andrew Christian RetroPop line with Show-It Tech. Did you catch the last three words of that sentence? Show-It Tech? I don’t have a need for underwear with any “enhancing” features and therefore I normally don’t buy any type of underwear with them. However, as the name suggests, the RetroPop Boxer and Brief have a great retro 70-80s design and I couldn’t resist having a couple pairs. Both the brief and the boxer are made of 100% cotton and are available in limited edition Black/Turquoise, Yellow/Turquoise and Turquoise/Black color combinations.

I have worn both the brief and boxer a lot since I received them. Both for “active” days and just chillin’ on the couch days. I’ve also put them through, what I consider to be the ultimate comfort test on a six hour drive to Ohio for the holidays and I have to admit, they certainly passed the test and are extremely comfortable.

As for the previously mentioned Show-It Tech, it is definitely on the low-end of tech but does a good job on the “Show-It”. Essentially, the underwear features a contour pouch and a rib of fabric that runs under your testicles to slightly lift and cradle your package. This design also provides a nice amount of support not normally present in a traditional boxer or brief. One small caveat with Show-It Tech however is that you should definitely pay attention to the style of pants you are wearing and to what type of event, because with the right pair of pants, it does a great job of “showing it” to the public.

There are a couple of drawbacks that I experienced but luckily they did not detract from the overall positives of these underwear. First, despite being listed has machine-washable online, the tag reads hand-wash. I’ll admit however, I don’t care how much I like a pair of underwear, I will never hand-wash them. Underwear should be easy and attractive so like all my pairs of underwear, I threw them in on the gentle cycle and line dried them. Being 100% cotton, these pairs have come through like a champ.

Also, the sizing seems a little off to me. I purchased an XL which is listed as a 34-36. The waistband was a comfortable fit, however there was definitely extra fabric in the body and seat of the underwear and while this was was not uncomfortable, it was definitely not as form-fitting as on the models. Finally, the construction seems sturdy enough, but I will admit it is slightly wanting however they definitely should not discourage you from buying it.

Overall, I would certainly recommend the RetroPop Boxers and Briefs to anyone – just maybe buy a size down.

Pros:

Awesome retro look
Show-It Tech
Very Comfortable

Cons:

Wonky sizing
Hand-wash “only”

Fit 4
Materials 5
Construction 4
Look 5
Daily Wear 5
Overall 4.6

Get your pair at Andrew Christian.