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Nils Bohner: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
By Jeff
I love it when I try something on and it fits really well. That’s exactly what I experienced recently when I tried on two pair of underwear from Nils Bohner. Never heard of Nils Bohner? He’s a German designer who aptly uses the following slogan for his company: “Mediocrity is not our standard.”
According to Nils Bohner’s website, the two pair I tried are from the FRESH Basic and FRESH CULT Basic collections (even though some other websites refer to them by names such as mini pant and greca). Both are constructed from a stretchable, thin yet durable fabric that’s 86% polyamid and 14% elastane and they’re available in a wide array of vibrant colors.
FRESH Basic Hipster: This low-rise underwear comfortably hugs your curves and fits incredibly well. They’re available in many colors from fun and bold magenta and orange to safe colors like blue and black. Personally, I opt for the safer colors that I know I’ll get more use out of, but it’s always nice to have the option of purchasing something bolder.
The entire pair (fabric and stitching) is uniform in color with the exception of the very small black, yellow and white brand label that is affixed to the front of the waistband. And the waistband is very thin, which accentuates the sex appeal of the low-rise cut. It also bears mentioning that the front pouch is designed to accommodate and accentuate all sizes.
FRESH CULT Basic Hipster: This pair is similar to the FRESH Basic Hipster, but comes with a waistband that has a Greek design pattern on it. While still a low-rise cut, it’s slightly less low-rise than the FRESH Basic Hipster.
If you like a very form-fitting hipster/trunk design, both the FRESH Basic and FRESH CULT Basic styles are a very good choice.
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | Hipster/trunk styling with a very form-fitting look. |
| Suitable for? | Suitable for everyday wear. |
| Fit and quality? | Well-constructed underwear with a body-hugging fit. |
| Is the price right? | They sell for about $26-$33, which is appropriate. |
| Best thing about it? | The fit. |
| Overall grade | ★★★★☆ |
| Buy it here | www.underwear-city.de |
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Five Bamboo men’s underwear: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
UPDATE: The guys over at Five Bamboo were kind enough to offer you guys an exclusive discount for their undies. Take 15 % off your next Bamboo order by entering the code BamGUB at checkout. You’re welcome! (The code is good through June 16th).
By Jeff
Meet Five Bamboo. They’re an environmentally friendly apparel company based out of Seattle that offers a range of clothing made from…drum roll…organic bamboo! Why bamboo? Well, it’s a soft fabric that can be processed in a more environmentally sustainable way than cotton. And fortunately for us, Five Bamboo decided to take this fabric and use it for their Bamboxers line of men’s underwear.
For this review I tried the Bamboxer Briefs and the Bamboxers. Both are made from material that is 94% Nomo Clean Bamboo Lyocel and 6% Elastane (for a little stretch). I had never worn clothing made from bamboo before, so I was curious to see what it was like.
Bamboxer Briefs: This pair of underwear turned me into a fan of bamboo. I found them to be even more comfortable than cotton and I liked the idea that they were produced in a way that’s not harmful to the planet. They’re well-made, have a flattering cut and provide the right level of support all over. Because of the mid-thigh length, the legs can ride up somewhat, but this is typical of all boxer briefs. For the fan of the boxer brief style, you can’t go wrong with these.
A distinctive design element of Bamboxer Briefs is that they have side seams that curve diagonally up. This provides more of a contoured look and is indicative of the high level of thought that the designers took with these boxer briefs. Another cool aspect is that they’re available in 8 fun colors. For underwear that’s comfortable and practical enough to wear every day, this is a big plus. And finally, I should mention that they’re well-priced at just $17 a pair!
Bamboxers: Bamboxers are the roomier cousin of Bamboxer Briefs. They’re made with the same soft, comfortable fabric and have a length that goes down to about mid-thigh. They also have a button in the fly to make certain that it stays closed when you need it to be. Available in 9 colors and priced at $17, these are a great choice for fans of boxer-style underwear. Personally, I prefer to sleep in boxers, so these are a very welcome addition to my underwear drawer.
After wearing these two styles of underwear, I’m not only a fan of Five Bamboo, but also of bamboo fabric. I now hope that Five Bamboo will develop a trunk version of their underwear to round out the collection.
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | Boxer brief style and boxer style. Both look like cotton, but are even more comfortable. |
| Suitable for? | Suitable for everyday wear. |
| Fit and quality? | They fit well, are constructed well and are made from quality materials. |
| Is the price right? | The quality materials and craftsmanship make them durable and comfortable. |
| Best thing about it? | At $17 USD, they’re very well-priced. |
| Overall grade | ★★★★☆ |
| Buy it here | www.fivebamboo.com |
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Butt For You Boxer Briefs: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
By Jeff
I’m constantly amazed at the variety of underwear in the marketplace that is designed to accentuate parts of the body. The majority of these focus on the crotch, but there are many of us out there that want the appearance of a fuller, rounder backside. For those of us in this category, Butt For You has a great product to check out.
Butt For You manufactures padded underwear that accomplishes two goals: an enhanced backside and additional comfort while sitting on hard surfaces. Their range of underwear consists solely of boxer briefs, but they’re available in seven different colors. The pads are good quality foam and the rest of the underwear is comprised of comfortable and breathable fabric that’s 95% combed cotton and 5% spandex. Another nice feature is that the brand name isn’t on the exterior of the product, so no one will know that you’re wearing padded underwear unless they look very closely or pat you on the butt.
Here’s how the product works: When selecting the underwear you want, you also select the size of the padding you’d like. The pads are available in two sizes (slim = 5/8” and regular = 7/8”) and can be inserted or removed as you choose. This is the only product on the market that I know of where you can adjust the rear padding!
So what’s it like to wear them? They’re comfortable and can provide added confidence and sex appeal if you want a rounder looking backside. If you have a very flat butt, you should probably opt for the regular size pads, but if you have a small butt that you just want to be a little rounder, go for the slim pads. I’m in the second category, so when I tried the regular size pads, I found them to be too large for me.
This underwear is a great choice not only for guys who want a rounder-looking rear end, but also for guys who feel uncomfortable when sitting on hard surfaces for a while (IE: long flights). And they’re well-made, so they should last a long time. The only thing I’d change would be to eliminate (or alter) the stitching on the crotch, but that’s it. These boxer briefs are definitely worth checking out.
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | Butt-Padded Boxer Briefs. |
| Suitable for? | Wear them when you want to fill out the seat of your pants more. They’re also great to wear when sitting on hard surfaces for long periods of time.. |
| Fit and quality? | They fit well, are constructed well and are made from quality materials. |
| Is the price right? | They’re $43.95. Considering the uniqueness and quality of the item, they’re appropriately priced. |
| Best thing about it? | The appearance of a fuller, rounder butt (if you need it). |
| Overall grade | ★★★★☆ |
| Buy it here | www.buttforyou.com |
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2wink Graffiti Glovebox Brief: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
By Jeff
I love a great-fitting brief…especially when it sells for a really good price. So I was pretty excited to try a pair of 2wink Graffiti Glovebox Briefs from Deal By Ethan. If you haven’t yet checked out DealByEthan.com, you should see their large selection of underwear and attractive prices.
The 2wink Graffiti Glovebox Brief – made from 100% cotton – is available in light green with a white waistband that features the brand name. While I like the contrast between the color of the fabric and the waistband, the main distinctive design element is the white illegible graffiti on the left side of the front.
But by far the best aspect of these briefs is the fit. They’re form-fitting in all the right ways – the front pouch comfortably accommodates and accentuates all sizes, the full seat provides the right amount of support and the elastic leg openings maintain their hold. As I wore them I was struck by the similarity between these briefs and another pair that I quite like – the 2xist Essential Contour Pouch Brief. Both are great everyday underwear in which you’ll always feel comfortable.
The 2wink Graffiti Glovebox Brief is only available at Deal By Ethan and sells for the low price of $12.68. And new customers save 10%!
After wearing them to work and the gym, I ran them through the washing machine and they came out just fine. But I should mention that the label recommends hand-washing only (most likely to protect the graffiti).
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | A brief with a modern edge to it. |
| Suitable for? | Suitable for everyday wear. |
| Fit and quality? | They fit great and are well-made. |
| Is the price right? | Only $12.68 USD a pair. |
| Best thing about it? | The fit! |
| Overall grade | ★★★★☆ |
| Buy it here | www.dealbyethan.com |
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David Beckham Bodywear Trunks: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
By Jeff
David Beckham Bodywear is a range of boxer briefs, trunks and briefs – available in black, white or gray – that can only be purchased at H&M. If you’ve seen the television commercial, which features an incredibly fit Mr. Beckham wearing nothing but his underwear, you probably understand why I’ve been looking forward to reviewing the products. Of course, he’d probably look fantastic no matter what he wore, so I wanted to get a pair and see for myself what they’re really like.
For this review, I tried a pair of solid black trunks. They’re constructed from a fabric that’s 95% cotton and 5% elastane, which provides a soft cotton feel and allows for a little stretch. One of the first things I noticed when I took the pair out of the cardboard box was the understated marketing on the product itself.
It’s almost standard industry practice to feature brand names in large fonts on waistbands, but these trunks just have one small rectangle of a brand label (black label with white lettering) sewn into the front of the waistband. This places more of an emphasis on the underwear and less on the brand.
Then I tried them on and found that they fit me like a glove. They were comfortable all around and I felt that I looked good wearing them. Most designer underwear these days offer front pouches and those pouches range from a little extra room for comfort to size enhancement. These trunks are in the former category, so they provide some room in the front for comfort, but don’t showcase a large bulge. So you can wear these to work with flat-front pants without worrying that you’re showing too much of yourself to the office :)
I ended up wearing these to work and the gym and I felt comfortable in them all day. They’re durable, well-designed and well-constructed. One odd feature is that there are four tags sewn stacked on top of each other in the back of the waistband that list the materials and washing instructions in several different languages. But because these tags are quite thin, they didn’t itch. In fact, I couldn’t feel them at all.
So what’s my verdict? I’m surprised by how much I like these trunks. Because of the great comfort, style, quality, versatility and low price, I feel that David Beckham has scored a solid goal with these. 5 stars!
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | Solid black trunks with a high-end look. |
| Suitable for? | Suitable for everything…work, gym, dates. |
| Fit and quality? | They fit like a glove and are well-constructed from quality fabric. |
| Is the price right? | The low $14.95 USD price makes them quite accessible. |
| Best thing about it? | They look and feel great. |
| Overall grade | ★★★★★ |
| Find your nearest H&M | www.HM.com |
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Jockey Elance Bikini Brief: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
By Val
Jockey has been a leader in the modern world of men’s underwear. Some would even say they invented the modern brief, the standard tighty whitey. Their brand name “Jockey” itself has become a name many give to mean a classic tighty whitey. Much like Speedo has done in the swimwear world. Although they have never pushed style to the point some newer brands have they are far from a cheap generic brand.
They are designed to be functional with style being a secondary aspect and tend to fall somewhere in the middle of the road. Jockey definitely is a brand to be admired, despite their use of spokes models who do not pose in underwear (ahem-Tebow). So today we are looking at a modern classic; the Jockey Elance bikini.
The Elance bikini comes in a variety of styles, but we will be focusing on the basic bikini brief. The Elance can be summed up in one word; simplicity. It is nothing fancy, no frills nor elaborate mechanisms of enhancement or decoration. It’s simple, and perfectly so.
Normally I would not be so happy about the lack of design but somehow this brief makes it work. The material is 100% cotton, and again typically I prefer a touch or spandex or Lycra for shape and support but it works here, let me explain.
The brief is made with a front and back sewn together; no pouch, no contour. This allows each man’s shape to become the brief. There is neither pushing nor shape forming done by the underwear. You shape the underwear. The lack of an elastic quality allows the cotton to form to your real shape. And since the brief is smaller in the style of a bikini you don’t flop around excessively, you pretty much stay in place.
The same is true with the back; the underwear takes on your natural shape. It’s almost like the memory foam mattresses that just contour to your body making them perfect for every shape. The Elance does come in a variety of colors, I think white is the best. Again because it continues the simple look, it’s pure and has a semi-sheer quality making it sexy as hell.
What makes it so sexy is that it’s not trying to be sexy. The underwear does not draw attention it leaves the focus on the man. Just look at the accompanying pictures. So it’s beautiful in a subtly classic way.
The bikini is also very comfortable. I wore these undies and they kept me comfy and supported and happy. They are great everyday underwear. They are completely designed for great functionality. They do what underwear is expected to do. You don’t even know they’re on you after a while, they’re great.
Just like the basic look and style of the Elance the wear is just as simplistic. Typically I feel underwear needs a touch of some elastic material like Lycra or spandex, however the Elance works just fine without it.
The cotton stretches out and forms a personalized pouch. And since it is a bikini style with elastic legs it keeps your package is place without sliding down the leg or into some uncomfortable position. So you are supported in a pretty ideal way. It may not be the best for rigorous athletic activities but it worked at the gym.
The pure light cotton coverage also is great for an airy fresh breathable feel. They are great for lounging around. In particularly after several washings when they get that old t-shirt feel. Best thing next to being naked! The Jockey Elance bikini is a pair of underwear that will complete any collection.
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | The style and look are clean and light. They do not draw attention to themselves and are great at letting the man in them make the statement. At the same time the light fabric is subtly very sexy. They let you show off without being overtly trying. |
| Suitable for? | Great for everyday wear. They are comfortable and supportive. They work under jeans, suits, shorts and at home on their own. Perfect for a wet underwear contest; just a tip. |
| Fit and quality? | The fit is great. As mentioned the cotton basically forms to you and does so without becoming saggy or lose the way other 100% cotton underwear does. The quality is good. It should last a while and actually will become more comfortable after wear and washings. |
| Is the price right? | The price is great. I got my pair at Macy’s at $19 for a package of three. I kept one and gave the other 2 to models we worked with. What a deal! Thank you Jay (he bought them for me).. |
| Best thing about it? | They are an understated and simple pair of underwear. They work in all the ways you need them to. They aren’t loud or attention grabbing, they don’t make it look like you’re trying so hard. Although sometime that is good, there are other times you don’t want to be so #. |
| Overall grade | ★★★★☆ |
| Buy them here | www.jockey.com |
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Olaf Benz Minipants: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
By Jeff
Not familiar with Olaf Benz? Well, now that this high-end, German brand of underwear is available in the U.S., you should expect to hear more about them. Fortunately, the folks over at www.underwearstation.com were kind enough to send over a sample, so I’m now able to write my first review about one of their products.
Olaf Benz has a wide range of underwear, but for this review I wore a pair of trunks they call “minipants”, which are available in red, black and white. The first things I noticed when I took them out of the cardboard box were how light and soft they are. Reminiscent of silk, the fabric is actually an ultra-thin mix of polyamide and elastane that provides stretch and durability.
So then I tried them on and experienced a wow moment. Providing an incredible amount of comfort along with an equal amount of sex appeal, I was immediately impressed with them. The material is able to comfortably hug all your curves and because it’s so thin; it’s slightly transparent, which I liked. To me, the combination of a silk-like fabric and a fairly conservative (trunk style) cut offers a sophisticated form of sex appeal.
Other features of the underwear include a pouch that provides added comfort, a very thin waistband and a brand name tag on the upper left side of the front that is quite subtle. All in all, I liked the look and feel of the product and I felt sexy wearing them. I’ll wear these to work and on dates, but because of the slightly transparent fabric, I’m probably too shy to be seen changing in and out of these at the gym.
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | They offer sophisticated sex appeal due to the ultra-thin, silk-like material and trunk cut. |
| Suitable for? | These are a great choice for dates because you’ll look and feel sexy. They’re also fine for work and every day wear because of their comfort. |
| Fit and quality? | The underwear comfortably hugs all of your curves and is crafted with quality construction. |
| Is the price right? | At $54.50, they’re priced at the high end. But luxury products tend to carry luxury prices. |
| Best thing about it? | The ultra-thin and ultra-comfortable material. |
| Overall grade | ★★★★☆ |
| Buy them here | www.underwearstation.com |
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aussieBum PocketJockit: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
By Jeff
I admit that I have high expectations when it comes to aussieBum. Over the years I’ve become a fan of many of their underwear and swimwear styles, their quality construction and even their fun marketing. And they regularly develop new styles that grab my attention.
The new style I’m reviewing today is the PocketJockit, which is a low-rise brief that has a pocket sewn on the outside of the pouch. It comes in four colors – red, white, blue and purple – and is made of a soft and comfortable fabric that’s 89% Pima Cotton and 11% Elastane. The waistband is black, but has the brand name written in the main color of the underwear.
So what did I think when the package of PocketJockit briefs arrived? Well, I tried them on and instantly liked how they felt. They’re comfortable all-around, offering enough room in the pouch and back, while providing low-rise sex appeal. The design also made my pouch look more impressive. I really like cotton, so I have the peace of mind knowing that the fabric is quite breathable and will remain comfortable all day. And finally, I liked that that the label is sewn on all four sides into the rear of the waistband, so it never itches.
Did you notice that I haven’t mentioned what I thought of the pocket yet? At first I didn’t know what to make of it. The briefs are great for everyday use, whether or not you want to store anything in the pocket. So I started thinking “Well, what would I want to store there?” The pocket goes almost all the way down to the base of the crotch, so you can store a bunch of things rather comfortably. But here’s the short list of feasible uses that I came up with:
- If you’re wearing pants that don’t have pockets or if you’re at an underwear party, you can store money, a key, and ID in the pocket.
- When you travel, the pocket is a safe place to store extra money. Just don’t try to store your passport there. I tried and found that it was too big. :)
All in all, these briefs met the high expectations I have from aussieBum. I’ll wear them as everyday briefs and don’t think I’ll get much use out of the pocket…but it’s nice to have the option of using it just in case.
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | Low-rise briefs with a pocket in the front. The pocket isn’t very noticeable, but it gives you the option to store money, ID or a key there. |
| Suitable for? | Suitable for everyday wear whether or not you use the pocket. |
| Fit and quality? | High quality fabric and construction. If you’re in between sizes, opt for the larger size. |
| Is the price right? | The briefs are $25.44, which is a bit on the high side. BUT…aussieBum offers FREE shipping to the U.S. |
| Best thing about it? | It’s a great brief that gives you the option of storing items in a pocket. |
| Overall grade | ★★★★☆ Another great addition to the aussieBum range of underwear! |
| Buy them here | www.aussiebum.com |
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Intymen Mesh Sports Brief re-visited: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
With new underwear reviewer, Jeff, on the team we thought it could be interesting to have him review some of the same undies as I (Jay) and Val have reviewed over the years. You know, to see if he is of the same opinions as us.
So today we re-visit an old classic, the Intymen Mesh Sports Brief, a pair of underwear that Valdemar first reviewed about a year ago.
Let’s see what Jeff thinks of it (not the exact same pair, obviously, ha!).
The designers at Intymen came up with a pretty cool concept when they created a sexy sports brief inspired by mesh gym shorts. And the finished product is definitely sexy.
For this review, I tried a pair of red sports briefs, but they’re also available in black, white, navy and turquoise. The trim (waistband, leg openings and vertical side-stitching stripe) adds an additional color and complements the athletic feel of the product.
The comfortable material is an ultra-thin, single layer of mesh comprised of 78% nylon and 22% spandex. So it reminded me of mesh gym shorts, but they’re much thinner. They’re also incredibly light. Holding them in my hand it seemed that they hardly had any weight at all.
I found that I liked these briefs. They’re very comfortable because of the front pouch and the silky soft material that’s designed to easily adjust to the body. But the main draw for me is the athletic sex appeal. The mesh isn’t see-through, but it’s just a step away from it. And the low-rise is just high enough to cover everything that should be covered.
Also, at about one-quarter inch, the waistband is about as thin as it can get. These unique briefs tease the senses, without showing more than you may want to show. They’re a great choice for guys who want unique, low-rise briefs that offer sex appeal, comfort and athletic detail.
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | Sexy, athletic look. |
| Suitable for? | Wear them when you want to feel sexy. |
| Fit and quality? | Quality construction and fit. |
| Is the price right? | I checked a few sites and found that the retail price ranges from about $17.50 to $21.50. This is a good price for a unique item that offers both sex appeal and comfort. |
| Best thing about it? | The athletic-like sex appeal. |
| Overall grade | ★★★★☆ A solid 4 star score – same as in Val’s original review. I totally see why he liked them so much! |
| Buy them here | www.internationaljock.com www.skivviesmensunderwear.com |
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2Wink Australia briefs and trunks: An Xpress Review by Guys’ Underwear Blog
How is it that I only recently discovered 2Wink Australia? This brand, which was founded in 2005, offers several lines of fun and attractive underwear and swimwear and ships to over 30 countries. I should also mention that they offer free shipping!
For this review I wore three samples, all of which are made from a comfortable fabric that’s 92% cotton and 8% spandex.
80’s Trunk
These are a fusion of the fun of the 80s and the technology of today. This pair features some cool retro elements with the pink and blue horizontal stripes in the waistband and pink in the leg opening. But everything else is a product of modern fabric, fit and style.
It’s styled in a way that offers support in the front and comfortably hugs the back. And the fit is a pleasant surprise – frankly, it makes my butt look great. Somehow, the fabric shows separation in the cheeks without giving a full wedgie.
Sure, you can feel the fabric pressing between your cheeks, but I didn’t find it to be uncomfortable. Instead, I found these trunks to be sexy and fun.
Candy Brief
These come in pink, green and yellow. I must admit that when I saw the pair of pink underwear in the package, I didn’t expect to like them. But I was so wrong. I wore them to work yesterday and was impressed by the all-around level of comfort and style.
In fact, I kept forgetting that I had them on… Yes, they’re that comfortable! The fabric is ultra-soft and the fit is sexy. They adjusted to my body and I never felt any tightness or pulling. If I had to change one thing about them it would only be to reduce the font size of the brand name on the waist band. But that’s probably just a personal thing.
Hung Downunder Brief
Offering a lower rise than the Candy Briefs, the Hung Downunder Briefs come with a contour pouch that in the words of 2Wink “support any size man in comfort”. They come in black, but you can choose a waistband that has the brand name written in either red, blue or green. They’re almost as comfortable as the Candy Briefs and are a great choice for guys who prefer the sex appeal of low-rise, but aren’t looking for bold colors.
| What | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Style and look? | All of the styles I tried offered a healthy amount of sex appeal. |
| Suitable for? | Suitable for everyday wear, workouts and dates. |
| Fit and quality? | The fit of each line is different, but all are comfortable (The Candy Brief is the most comfortable). High quality fabric and construction. |
| Is the price right? | The 80’s Trunk sells for $22.19 USD, the Candy Brief is $20.34 USD and the Hung Downunder Brief is $21.23 USD. Considering the quality and the FREE SHIPPING, the price is right. |
| Best thing about it? | For me, the best thing about the 80’s Trunk was the cut. For the Candy Brief it was the comfort and for the Hung Downunder Brief it was the low-rise. |
| Overall grade | ★★★★☆ A solid 4 star score. Great job 2Wink! |
| Buy them here | www.2wink.com.au |
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