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Review: Andrew Christian “Show-It” Thong

July 31, 2010 No Comments

Hi guys. I’m Wayne, and although I spend a lot of time on the site, this is my first time reviewing. In other words, bear with me!

Recently, I purchased a pair of the Andrew Christian “Show-It” thongs. I know what some of you are saying right off the bat. “OMG! That’s enhancing underwear!” Why, yes it is. I work in retail as a department manager, sometimes putting in 13 hours a day. I need a pair of briefs to provide the right amount of support so I don’t have to make the dreaded “crotch adjustment” in public. That was my reasoning behind this purchase.

Andrew Christian underwear is made in the good old U.S.A. Maybe someone at AC likes me, but every time I place an order, even though I pay for the regular USPS ground shipping, someone bucks it up to priority shipping without charging me anything extra. No complaints here!

These undies are made from 90% cotton and 10% spandex. The cotton makes them breathable while the spandex provides support in all the right areas. The waistband is only a mere 1 1/4″ with the “anti-muffin top elastic”. The designers hit the mark. Personally, I can’t stand elastic that bunches up or rolls over during the course of the day.

The “show-it” technology incorporates a cotton pouch for your junk. Slide them on, and with one adjustment, you’re pretty much good to go. It kept my package in place all day without me having to make the any adjustments.

I’ve worn these underwear two times since receiving them. They look great and feel just as wonderful (that is, if you’re into wearing a thong, which I can understand if that’s not your style). I was at work during both times I’ve worn them. The first time was for only an eight hour shift. No problems and comfy all day long. The second time I wore them, it was for a longer day…a 13 hour shift.

I feel the thong strap could have been cut a bit longer because after many hours, they were becoming a little uncomfortable. I powered on, however, and made it through the day. I’d have to say that for a regular day, or a night out on the town, you’ll be fine and comfy the entire time. Depending on how tight you pull up the thong back, you may want to rethink your choice if you’re going to be wearing them as long as I did.

Fit	4.0
Materials	4.5
Construction	4.5
Look	5.0
Daily Wear	3.5
OVERALL	4.3

You can find the “Show-It” thong from the Andrew Christian website located at http://www.andrewchristianshop.com.

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Review: Andrew Christian Retro Gym Shorts – Silver/Black

July 30, 2010 No Comments

The retro gym short made by Andrew Christian will leave much to the imagination whether you are running, walking, or working out at the gym. These are the equivalent to the traditional ‘daisy dukes’. While these sporty shorts are made out of 100% fast dry moisture wicking polyester sports mesh, which provides a cool masculine look in my humble opinion, they are too short to be taken seriously. Okay, I totally get the retro style that AC is trying to achieve but honestly, there’s a fine line between looking like a caricature from the movie Bruno and looking masculine.

My first tryout with this sassy pair included wearing the silver/black shorts while outdoors. The cut is too tight, short, and honestly, look like girl shorts. In an effort to remain fair and subjective, there are a few things I do like about this style. First, the white drawstring is located inside the shorts…a real positive for me. Traditionally drawstrings outside of some shorts are a bit bulky when tied and can be plain distracting at times. Secondly, the black seam along the side and bottom of the shorts give them a nice contrasting and finished look.

This particular style of Andrew Christian retro shorts comes in light blue/burgundy, navy/kelly, black/gold, and silver/black. You’ll find the small Andrew Christian woven red and white signature cross logo located in the front left of the shorts.

Fit:	2.0
Materials:	4.5
Construction	4.0
Look:	4.0
Active Wear:	4.0
Overall:	3.7

These shorts were provided by Andrew Christian and can be purchased at their website located at http://www.andrewchristian.com/

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Review: Andrew Christian Varsity Laurel Training Shorts (Black) Review

July 29, 2010 No Comments

When I am in the gym, my workouts are serious, tough, and inventive. I need active fitness wear that is comfortable, non-restrictive, and endurable. I put Andrew Christians’ Varsity Laurel training shorts to the challenge.

As shown in the picture above, the fabric is sporty, classy, and the white outside trim is enhanced by creative black stitching. The PHYS ED + 7 Varsity signature adds a unique style to the overall appearance of the training short. The fit was loose and very comfortable. I didn’t feel myself sliding when sitting on the exercise equipment. The smooth jersey material, along with the cool feeling it creates, makes this training short a must for fitness enthusiasts.

Although I prefer an internal drawstring or none at all, the white external shoe lace look gives it an overall finished fitted appearance. Likewise, the 2 ½ inch gathered waistband adds additional support around the hips. This particular style of Andrew Christian training short comes in white, silver, black, and navy.

Fit:	4.5
Materials:	4.5
Construction	5.0
Look:	5.0
Active Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.7

These shorts were provided by Andrew Christian and can be purchased at http://www.shopandrewchristian.com

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Review: Andrew Christian Cross Mesh Tank

July 28, 2010 1 Comment

For all the Andrew Christian fans out there that appreciate the construction and quality materials in this designer’s clothing, you’re going to really appreciate this mesh tank top. I think those of us who are diehard AC fans can agree that Andrew is very self-conscious and consistent in areas that permeate across his entire collection.

It’s amazing how a simple and classic fabric like 100% polyester mesh can become a classic material, standing the test of time from both a functionality and stylish perspective. Perhaps this is what makes the AC 2010 collection so effective as you’ll see mesh used in various categories including tanks, v-neck shirts, shorts, and underwear. This is clearly a testimate to Andrew’s ability to use simple but classic materials to deliver new concepts and original designs without compromising fashion.

There really isn’t much to say about this tank other than it performs as designed, which is to provide a moisture wicking tank that can handle any rigid and aggressive workout. From a fashion perspective, this tank is the perfect example of the phrase, “Less is more.” A simple tank with the signature AC cross and traditional trimming in contrasting fabric around the neck and arms is something we can all appreciate in its simplicity.

The cross mesh tank is also available in silver/black.

Fit:	5.0
Materials:	5.0
Construction:	5.0
Look:	4.5
Daily Wear:	5.0
Overall:	4.9

This mesh tank was provided by Andrew Christian and can be purchased a

http://www.andrewchristian.com/

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Review: Andrew Christian Show It Retro

July 26, 2010 No Comments

Andrew Christian is probably the brand that has a chance to make designer underwear mainstream. Usually, I really like the brand because it fits and feels great. This pair looks great, but I did have a few issues with the pouch technology. Those issues aside, it was a pretty good pair of underwear. If you love pouch underwear that makes you use the pouch, then you’ll love this pair.

Like usual, the fabric is 90% Cotton and 10% Spandex. That’s always a good combination. I really enjoy the piping on the side. The waistband is also comfortable with the Anti-Muffin technology.

I put these through the daily grind and I was actually a bit disappointed. I know underwear companies these days keep putting pouches in underwear. Frankly, I do not know why. I find them to be terribly annoying and extremely uncomfortable. I only know of a few companies, or pairs even, that manage to get it right. If you have the pouch design, you need to make it so that you don’t have to use the pouch if desired.

That being said, it’s still a pretty decent pair of underwear. Like I said before, if you like the pouch, then you’ll probably love this pair. If you don’t like the pouch, then you won’t. It’s all up to the wearer.

Fit	4
Materials	5
Put Together	4.5
Look	5
Daily Wear	3.5
Overall	4.4

You can get the Show It Retro Brief from Andrew Christian’s website at http://www.andrewchristianshop.com. A full range of sizes is available from XS-XL in two different colors.

Andrew Christian provided me with this pair of underwear to review.

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Review: Andrew Christian Mesh Training Short – Light Blue/Burgundy Review

July 22, 2010 No Comments

Whether wearing them around the house or working out at the gym, the mesh training shorts made by Andrew Christian are a great value. Based on the quality of their construction, these shorts can be worn casually just about anywhere. The added value of using mesh material ensures longer durability and a fade resistant look.

I wore the light blue/burgundy shorts and experienced free movement along with a smooth comfortable fit. I prefer this style’s cut because it fits nicely around the legs and backside and doesn’t look baggy or sloppy. This longer short is very attractive and masculine. One specific feature I like about the shorts is the double stitched pockets on the front as opposed to the sides. This pair will be a definite, regular addition to my workout wardrobe.

The contrast stitching and outlined pocket design adds a fashionable style to the overall appearance of the shorts. As an additional touch, the Andrew Christian signature cross logo is placed on the lower front, right hand side of the shorts. The burgundy drawstring waistband and stitching along the bottom compliments the overall color of the shorts. In addition, a thin white stripe travels horizontally across the middle of the waistband adding symmetry and balance to the esthetic of the shorts.

This particular style of Andrew Christian mesh training short comes in gold/burgundy, light blue/burgundy, black/gold, and silver/black.

Fit:	4.5
Materials:	4.5
Construction	5.0
Look:	5.0
Active Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.7

These shorts were provided by Andrew Christian and can be purchased at http://www.andrewchristian.com

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Review: N2N Freedom Brief

July 21, 2010 No Comments

I’m on a role with our N2N underwear reviews, which leaves me hungry for more! There’s not much room for improvement on any of the styles I’ve worn lately and this holds true for this style as well. If you compare the scoring across the N2N brands I’ve reviewed recently, you’ll discover that this manufacturer is consistent with both quality construction and styling. Likewise, if you compare the overall scores with those of their counterparts, the N2N brand is very competitive and, in many cases, wins out on cost per pair.

What I like most about this pair is its bright red color. These are great for this time of year. They offer the traditional summer colors along with a baby rib fabric consisting of 90% cotton and 10% spandex, completing the overall esthetic of these sporty briefs. The 1 1/2“ N2N branded waistband gives this pair an additional colorful punch and appropriate width for a traditional brief cut.

I wore these recently to the gym and they held up great during my workout. They provided the appropriate level of support and had the ability to keep me dry. This style is also available in light blue with the same waistband. If briefs aren’t your preference, N2N offers these in a trunk that you might want to look into. If you’re a brief kind of guy, however, who’s looking for adding color and functionality to your undie wardrobe, you might want to seriously consider this style.

Fit:	4.0
Materials:	4.0
Construction:	4.5
Look:	4.5
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.3

These briefs were provided by N2N Bodywear and can be purchased at their website, http://www.n2nbodywear.com.

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Review: N2N Black Waistband Boxer

July 20, 2010 No Comments

This is my first ever pair of N2N. I have to say that I’m impressed. I hate to go back to the pouch reference, but unfortunately, it is an issue. It’s not a huge issue as with some other brands, but it does get a bit annoying. That being said, the design and feel of the N2N is great otherwise!

From what I’ve seen and read online, N2N is a very popular brand. I can see and can feel why. Not to rant on the pouches, but it’s still a little obtrusive. Not everyone wants a pouch. If anything, they should focus more on frontal support and not frontal enhancement. Besides the pouch, the pair looks great. The red and black is just a perfect color combo.

These held up through the daily grind with no problem except for the pouch and a bit of gathering in the rear. Other than that, they were comfortable and they do look really good. I personally love brands that use piping perfectly, and N2N is one of those brands. If you are in the market for a new pair of underwear that is extremely comfortable with minimal problems, then give the Black Waistband Brief a try.

Fit	4
Materials	5
Put Together	5
Look	5
Daily Wear	4
Overall	4.6

You can get the black Waistband Boxer directly from N2N’s website at http://www.n2nbodywear.com. You can purchase them in L and XL in black and white. For a limited time, they can be purchased at a discounted price. But hurry! It’s on clearance!

N2N provided me with this pair of underwear to review.

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Review: N2N Waistband Brief

July 19, 2010 No Comments

This is about my fourth pair of N2N underwear that I’ve tested for UNB. There’s a common denominator that can be summed up in one word with this US manufacturer (so as they like to say, Grown in Los Angeles). That word is “construction.” I’m now the proud owner of several briefs from N2N and while I’m not the traditional brief kind of guy, their briefs are certainly not traditional.

I haven’t been disappointed about anything this manufacturer has to offer. This particular pair is made with a mix fabric of 90% cotton and 10% spandex to give it an extra level of support while still lightweight and breathable. Oh, I should mention the fact that these look amazing while worn with the extra enhanced contoured pouch.

The 1 1/2 “ N2N branded waistband gives this pair an additional sporty look. Likewise, the contrasting red colored detail work around the legs and trim traveling vertically up either side of the pouch provides for a sexy appearance. After wearing these on three separate occasions, they appear to be holding up and retaining their vibrant color. This style is also available in black with the same red trim work. If you’re a brief kind of guy who’s looking for some enhancement and enjoy showcasing the family jewels, this is the perfect pair.

Fit:	4.0
Materials:	4.0
Construction:	4.5
Look:	4.5
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.3

These briefs were provided by N2N Bodywear and can be purchased at their website, http://www.n2nbodywear.com

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N2N Freedom Bikini Review

July 18, 2010 No Comments

In reviewing several underwear manufacturers over the past couple of months, there’s one common denominator I have found with those who are based and construct their products in the US. It can be summed up in two words…well constructed! I have several N2N pair of underwear in an array of styles and they are consistently made well and fit perfectly as designed. N2N’s recent pair, the Freedom Bikini, is no different.

I wore these all day and to the gym in the evening and found them extremely comfortable. Another observation is that these are very conducive to warmer weather as they offer extra freedom and breathable cotton that makes these cooler than your traditional pair of bikini briefs. The baby ribbed material provides an extra sporty and textured look that gives their vibrant color an extra added visual punch (also available in red).

The spandex elastic waistband provides the appropriate support. Likewise, the matching horizontal blue colored stripe along with the complementally red stripe adds an extra element, making these briefs both visually appealing and functional. My only wish is that the front and back cotton panels included a little spandex or Lycra to give these a more polished look and ultimately a longer life. I suspect that over time, the cotton will stretch out and not retain its intended shape and support.

Fit:	4.0
Materials:	4.0
Construction:	4.5
Look:	4.5
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.3

These briefs were provided N2N Bodywear and can be purchased from their website at http://www.n2nbodywear.com

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Review: Baskit Fishnet Trunk

July 17, 2010 1 Comment

When I was handed these pair of SnugFit Seamless Fishnet Trunks from Baskit, I visually convinced myself that it would be impossible to fit into these size small trunks. However, when I examined them closely and realized that these were fishnet, I was less skeptical and thought, “Why not!” While never considering fishnet as a serious material for underwear, I was quickly corrected and found these to be both extremely functional and totally sexy!

Their first test run included wearing throughout the workday and then hitting the gym later that evening. During the course of the day, I couldn’t believe how amazingly cool and comfy this pair was with a snug fit that is perfect for keeping your boys in place. The waistband, sporting the company’s logo, and blue elastic around the legs provide additional support to keep these sporty trunks in place. , The construction makes for a breathable and flexible pair of sexy underwear with a blend of 90% polymide and 10 % elastane.

As shown in the picture above, the front pouch is solid material that provides the appropriate level of coverage while focusing on support in the appropriate area. It’s clear that Baskit is an expert when it comes to both design, functionally, and the ability to create something inventive and thought provoking. My only suggestion is to purchase a size smaller than what you generally wear as these have the amazing ability to stretch. The trucks are also available in black with grey lettering and trim work.

If you’re like me, when it comes to the summer months, I don’t want to be bothered with uncomfortable underwear. Having a pair that eliminates this worry and provides something attractive for the eyes is what investing in quality underwear is all about.

Fit:	4.5
Materials:	4.5
Construction:	4.0
Look:	4.0
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	43

These briefs were provided by Baskit and can be purchased at their website:

http://www.baskitwear.com/store/

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Review: Croota Rodeo Hipster

July 16, 2010 No Comments

After a long break from writing about underwear, I have returned to review a couple pairs I’ve had in my possession for some time. The next few articles from me will be playing catch-up in the world of underwear.

The first of these articles will be for the Rodeo Hipster from Croota, a nice, square-cut design with a forgiving pouch. In the company catalog of designs, this would be the SP02 in grey and size medium. This would be considered another great creation from Australia. Over the past few days, you’ve seen reviews for other designs from Croota. Seems these were accepted into the underwear world with open arms…or rather, open legs.

I’ve worn these a few times since receiving them. I love the feel of the material and the pouch design couldn’t be better. It conforms to your dimensions perfectly and allows them to rest in the comfortable material throughout the day. The 2 inch (5 cm) waistband, in red, white, and navy, is greatly pleasing to me as I love a wider, supporting waistband on any pair I wear. The leg openings are made from the same material (95% cotton, 5% Spandex), contrary to other brands tend to use a different material to cover elastic.

Not to bring down the happy mood created by Croota, there is one down side to my experience with this cut. Through the day, there were a few times when I had to reposition the back of the underwear. I guess it could be said that they rode up, not in the crotch area, but they did ride higher on the hips after a while of walking around at school and work. Of course, this is just a small downside as I probably have a different hip shape that other who might wear the hipster cut with no problems.

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

You can purchase a pair of Croota in one or more of their various designs from their website located at www.croota.com.

This pair was furnished by Croota Pty, Ltd for review.

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Review: Male Power Mesh Pouch Short

July 15, 2010 No Comments

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.

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Review: Candyman 9525 Black Brief

July 14, 2010 No Comments

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.

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Review: Mundo Unico Fresco

July 13, 2010 1 Comment

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.

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Review: Andrew Christian Streak Tank Top

July 11, 2010 No Comments

With the summer upon us with hotter weather, I’m constantly revaluating my sports wardrobe. The prerequisite is cool and comfort without sacrifice to style and functionality. If you feel the same, then I’ve got the perfect tank top to share with you. The 100% polyester Streak Tank Top introduced by Andrew Christian provides all of the above.

I took this tank out for a test drive at the gym and got immediate looks for starters before even hitting the floor. This stylish tank is an awesome design consisting of multiple diagonal fabrics separated by silver piping and trim work around the collar and arm openings. On the left side of the tank, AC has incorporated an inset of mesh material, providing extra dryness and ventilation.

Throughout the workout, this tank provided great freedom of moment and function that didn’t give way to a baggy or stretched-out look after my workout unlike most tanks. One of the best features in AC designs includes a flattering cut that makes their sportswear stylish and esthetically appealing. This is one tank top you wouldn’t feel self-conscious about wearing in a casual setting and not limited to the gym.

If you’re looking to invest in a well constructed, good looking tank to further complement your sportswear collection, you should seriously consider this tank top. The AC Streak Tank Top is offered in a royal and dark blue complementary color combination.

Fit:	5.0
Materials:	5.0
Construction:	5.0
Look:	5.0
Daily Wear:	5.0
Overall:	5.0

This v-neck tee was provided by Andrew Christian and can be purchased at

http://www.andrewchristianshop.com/

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Review: Croota Denim Blue Tang BT01

July 9, 2010 No Comments

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.

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Review: Croota Neo Night Black NN02

July 8, 2010 No Comments

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.

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Review: Croota Beige Surfers Paradise BSF02

July 7, 2010 1 Comment

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.

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Review: Varsity Laurel Training Shorts

June 25, 2010 No Comments

When I am in the gym, my workouts are serious, tough, and inventive. I need active fitness wear that is comfortable, non-restrictive, and endurable. I put Andrew Christians’ Varsity Laurel training shorts to the challenge.

As shown in the picture above, the fabric is sporty, classy, and the white outside trim is enhanced by creative black stitching. The PHYS ED + 7 Varsity signature adds a unique style to the overall appearance of the training short. The fit was loose and very comfortable. I didn’t feel myself sliding when sitting on the exercise equipment. The smooth jersey material, along with the cool feeling it creates, makes this training short a must for fitness enthusiasts.

Although I prefer an internal drawstring or none at all, the white external shoe lace look gives it an overall finished fitted appearance. Likewise, the 2 ½ inch gathered waistband adds additional support around the hips. This particular style of Andrew Christian training short comes in white, silver, black, and navy.

Fit:	4.5
Materials:	4.5
Construction	5.0
Look:	5.0
Active Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.7

These shorts were provided by Andrew Christian and can be purchased at http://www.andrewchristian.com/

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Review: Boys And Their Hardware – Pornstar

June 24, 2010 No Comments

Australian manufacturer, Boys and their Hardwear, continues to deliver on their eclectic and inventive style of briefs with their Pornstar brief. These definitely are marketed to us guys who enjoy a little shock factor reaction when showing off a sporty brief. As if the brand name wasn’t enough, they’ve created a brief that includes a stenciled filmstrip of hot, red lips across mid hip with the word, ‘Pornstar’ traveling across the top of the strip.

These meet the standard expectation of any traditional white brief as they are well constructed with a combination of fixed fabrics comprised of 90% organic cotton and 10% spandex. Likewise, these are extremely comfortable and offer an open fly contour pouch for convenience and support. I found the elastic waistband to be just the right width to provide the appropriate support and keep these in place. The red colored trim really offers an extra pop and sizzle to these sexy whitie tighties.

While I’m not a huge fan of the traditional white brief, they do create the appropriate fantasy that we can all attest to in our pursuit of the perfect job. If you’re looking for something a little different that offers the right balance of style, construction, and a surprised reaction, these are due serious consideration.

Fit:	4.0
Materials:	4.5
Construction:	4.0
Look:	3.5
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.1

These briefs were provided by Boys and Their Hardwear and can be purchased at their website located at http://www.boysandtheirhardwear.com/

In Men's Underwear

Review: N2N Bodywear Freedom BIkini

June 22, 2010 No Comments

In reviewing several underwear manufacturers over the past couple of months, there’s one common denominator I have found with those who are based and construct their products in the US. It can be summed up in two words…well constructed! I have several N2N pair of underwear in an array of styles and they are consistently made well and fit perfectly as designed. N2N’s recent pair, the Freedom Bikini, is no different.

I wore these all day and to the gym in the evening and found them extremely comfortable. Another observation is that these are very conducive to warmer weather as they offer extra freedom and breathable cotton that makes these cooler than your traditional pair of bikini briefs. The baby ribbed material provides an extra sporty and textured look that gives their vibrant color an extra added visual punch (also available in red).

The spandex elastic waistband provides the appropriate support. Likewise, the matching horizontal blue colored stripe along with the complementally red stripe adds an extra element, making these briefs both visually appealing and functional. My only wish is that the front and back cotton panels included a little spandex or Lycra to give these a more polished look and ultimately a longer life. I suspect that over time, the cotton will stretch out and not retain its intended shape and support.

Fit:	4.0
Materials:	4.0
Construction:	4.5
Look:	4.5
Daily Wear:	4.5
Overall:	4.3

These briefs were provided N2N Bodywear and can be purchased from their website at http://www.n2nbodywear.com

In Men's Underwear

REVIEW: Safetyz Underwear

June 19, 2010 No Comments

I love trying new underwear brands. In my option I don’t think that I would be doing the UNB readers justice is I just wrote about one brand that I either really liked or really didn’t like. Also, vartiety in your underwear collection is just fun.

A few weeks back I was contact by Jamal Dedeaux, one of the creators of Safetyz Underwear. To be honest I had never even heard of them, but come to find out they are fairly new to the men’s underwear industry as of 2007. As a company that have been growing every year since the launched. At first glance, Safetyz looks like a pretty standard pair of boxer briefs, but what is hidden inside, literally, is what makes these undies special.

Safetyz sent us a pair of their Red Safetyz “Stash Pocket” undies to review in a size medium. To be honest, I was not impressed right off the bat, as they looked like something that I could get from just about any underwear collection. If you have read my reviews in the past I am a big fan of underwear companies that step outside their comfort zone and give us something that is different. As soon as I found out this pair of undies little secret, I know I was going to like this company.

Safetyz are your standard boxer brief cut and are made in the USA out of 100% Cotton. They have a simple scripted waistband and a logo tag just to the left of the pouch panel. Pretty simple right… WRONG. These undies also feature one little element that sets them apart from anything that I had ever tried seem before. They have incorporated a secret pouch that measures 4 inches wide and 7 inches long. The secret pouch is located on the back side of the fly seam. I am not a fan of a zipper that close to my package, but the placement of the zipper is in a location that won’t lead to a potential disaster.

Safetyz secret pouch is a great idea and is very useful. It can be used to store cash when you travel, or to hide your gym key while you are working out. The zipper is also made of plastic so no worries setting off the metal detector as you go through security at the airport.

Overall, the look of these undies is nothing to write home about, but the functionality more than makes up for it.

Fit	4
Materials	5
Put Together	5
Look	3
Daily Wear	4
Overall	4.2

You can purchase Safetyz at novelty stores around the US and Canada. They can also be purchases from their website directly. They offer many different colors from Red, White, Black, Blue, and Gray and they can be purchased as a single pair for $15.99 or as a three pack or $39.99. Safetyz provided us with these undies to review.

In Men's Underwear

Review Piss & Vinegar Limitless Brief

June 12, 2010 No Comments

I got Piss & Vinegar out of the blue for review! I opened the door and there was a big box outside my door. I thought it maybe was something for the Swimwear guide we just did, but upon opening them, I was shocked to find about 6-7 pairs of Piss & Vinegar!

The Pair I’m going to review is the Limitless Brief. Upon opening them the first thing that struck me was the color. It was a bright green. Granted green is my favorite color but I never would have thought of this color for a pair of underwear. They were kind of a cross between neon and lime green. I thought they were really fun. If you notice a trend here I love fun underwear. Yes I have some traditional briefs and such, although I don’t think I have many tighty whities, actually I don’t think I had any recently. I have some white pouch briefs but no true Tighty Whities.

I put them on and they felt really great. They look like tighty whites in their styling, but the material really fit me well. I remember saying to myself, “WOW these feel good” They are made out of 95% Cotton and 5% spandex/Elastane/Lycra. Which really felt great through out the day.

Have you ever worn a pair of underwear you didn’t want to take off? Well this pair was one of those. It just felt so good that when it came time, I wanted to wear them for another day. But you’ll be glad to know I didn’t. This one for sure will go in my top underwear drawer. They will go into heavy rotation and I will wear them often.

The creator of this line is Jason Southernland who created Ginch Gonch. I will way he’s outdone himself with this one. The line if colorful fun and hope to see it around for a long time to come

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

These were furnished for review and you can purchase them directly from the Piss & vinegar website!

In Men's Underwear

Review N2N UN52 N2N Brief

June 11, 2010 No Comments

Another in the series of our N2N reviews! The pair this time if from the Waistband Collection. I reviewed a trunk last time but I was really excited to review the brief.

The first thing that really caught my attention is the brief was black with red piping, which really made it stand out. I thought it was very cool and the look of the two colors is awesome.

I really enjoyed the trunk and had high hopes for this pair. Which I must say really lived up to what I hoped. When you see the pair it does have a pouch. I really love underwear with a pouch that holds everything in place. I loved how the red piping highlighted the pouch. It just seemed like a detail that they really took into account. It’s sexy without being too much over the top. The two red piping stripes on the side, just really look awesome! As you can see with the picture from N2N. The website says the pouch is an enhancing pouch. Which it does show off what you have but don’t expect it to be an “enhancing” pouch like some of the enhancing underwear out now. It does show off what you have in a nice way.

The pair fit awesome. I really was impressed with this pair. Everything about this pair just fit me well. It moved with me through the day. These would be perfect to wear to work. They are super comfy and sexy without being too obvious. Heck I would even say you could wear them to the gym without too many looks from guys going “what the heck is he wearing?”

Fit	4.5
Materials	5
Construction	5
Look	4.5
Daily Wear	4.5
Overall	5

I think N2N outdid themselves on this pair and highly recommend them! These were furnished for review and can be purchased directly from their website.