Here’s a simple question. Does your underwear fit you well? An indifferent, almost inaudible ‘meh’ is probably what you’d manage. But think of it this way — underwear is the first thing you slip into every morning of every day. It’s also the one garment that is constantly in contact with your skin. Now, do you really believe that a languid attitude towards underwear makes any sense?
If you’re still searching for the correct answer, let us help you with it. It’s a resounding ‘NO’! Just like every occasion has a different dress code, every body type and lifestyle demands different innerwear. So here’s a quick 101 lesson on all things underwear.
Briefs
For better support
Ideal for the gym as well as everyday use, briefs allow for both excellent support and comfort. Try the Sport Performance collection and you’ll find their absorbent qualities particularly useful during workouts. Briefs often have a number of different cuts; it may help to remember that a narrow section below the waistband generally fits men with smaller posteriors, and vice-versa.
Best for:
Cardio-heavy sports
Everyday use
Boxer Shorts
For greater breathability
If formal trousers and slim jeans don’t find much space in your cupboard, then it’s time to make room for boxer shorts — after all, that’s exactly what they give you! But if you’re still thinking ‘boxers are so passe’, think again. These underpants — although notorious for their ‘teenage rebel’ image — are now also designed to have a more elegant look and feel to them. However if you’re a man with ample thighs that rub against each other every time you walk, boxer shorts may not be the best option. That said, go to bed in them and you’ll sleep like a baby!
Best for:
Sleeping
Casual wear
Boxer Briefs
For the sizeable posterior
It’s no surprise that boxer briefs are increasingly becoming the norm these days. As the name suggests, they represent a great combination of boxers and briefs. Built to give you more breathability than briefs without compromising on support, boxer briefs — especially the Modern Classic collection — are just the underpants needed to support larger thighs and posteriors.
Best for:
Casual sports
Everyday use
Trunks
For the slim
A shorter version of boxer briefs, trunks are the latest addition to the underpants portfolio. What makes them stand apart is their inherent ability to provide both the coverage of boxers and the support of briefs. So if your lifestyle involves a little bit of everything, slide into these and discover a whole new level of performance.
Best for:
Gymming
Formal wear
Like most things that matter, there are choices to be made. Visit us at Jockey, and we’ll help pick just the right underwear for you. After all, it’s what’s on the inside that counts. Isn’t it?
Here’s a simple question. Does your underwear fit you well? An indifferent, almost inaudible ‘meh’ is probably what you’d manage. But think of it this way — underwear is the first thing you slip into
