Types of Men's Underpants

The modern world is changing. The changes relate to all its aspects, including the production of textiles and underwear. Underwear is one of the most important, since it is in close contact with the human body.

If the first models and types did not differ in a special variety of styles, now a large number of beautiful and comfortable underwear is available, which can be selected for specific needs.

There is a wide assortment on the market, various types of underwear for both women and men. And sometimes it’s quite difficult to choose the most suitable one. However, a well-chosen style allows you to provide comfort throughout the day.

Men's underwear styles

We offer you to get acquainted with all types of men's underpants with a photo and description:

Tight Boxers

By its appearance, this model resembles ordinary family underpants. However, they fit more closely to the hips. Despite the fact that it is more tight-fitting, underpants do not restrict movement at all and provide excellent comfort during the day. You can wear them with any clothes. The model has the following characteristics:

  • Wide elastic band providing reliable fixation;
  • For the manufacture of natural materials are used, which allows the skin to breathe;
  • Sit tight enough, while not restricting movements;
  • Suitable for wearing with jeans, dress pants or shorts;

Despite the comfort provided by the product, this model is not suitable for overweight men.

Free boxers

The classic version of family underpants, which is in the wardrobe of any representative of the stronger sex. Boxers got their name due to the fact that they look like shorts worn by athletes in the ring. The popularity of this style is explained by the following:

  • The product is very comfortable and light;
  • In the front part for convenience is a codpiece;
  • Briefs are made only of natural materials: cotton or silk;
  • Such a model can be worn by men with any figure;

Usually they are worn under baggy or loose-fitting pants, wide shorts, with pajamas or instead.

Free boxers are not recommended for wear during sports.

Briefs

The product is a shortened version of boxers. Cowards fit tight enough to the body, while not squeezing it. The style has a low waist and fairly short legs. This allows you to wear briefs with any clothes: jeans, trousers, shorts of any cut. This option of cowards will be ideal for:

  • People who like supportive underwear;
  • For playing sports. Thanks to the cut, underpants allow you to avoid the appearance of abrasions and irritation during intense physical exertion;
  • When wearing tight jeans;

Hips

Cowards are a type of brief. They have a more rectangular shape, a lower waist, and their legs are shorter than those of the briefs. This style is most suitable in the following situations:

  • When playing sports. Briefs are made from natural knitwear, therefore they prevent the appearance of irritations, allowing the skin to breathe;
  • Hips can be worn with all kinds of clothes: skinny jeans, shorts, an office suit;

This model is suitable for young people with an athletic or lean physique.

Family underpants

The most common version of men's underwear. Such a style is especially common in Russia and the CIS countries. They have a simple, free cover and only two seams located in front and behind. Unlike boxers, family underpants have no codpiece. Despite the fact that "family members" can be called morally obsolete, such cowards still have many fans. Such a product is worn mainly with clothing that has a wide cut. It is inconvenient to wear them with tight jeans and shorts, as the material of “family members” will be gathered in folds. They are also not suitable for sports. Most suitable for wearing at home or sleeping.

Slips

The appearance of the product resembles briefs. But it has several distinctive characteristics:

  • A sufficiently large cut on the hips, which exposes them and the lower part of the buttocks;
  • The model tightly fits the body, while not exerting pressure on it;
  • May have a regular or low waist. This allows you to easily select the necessary style for ordinary trousers or jeans with a low waist;
  • It is convenient to go in for sports in slips;

Thong

It is a modern model of men's underwear, so thongs can not be called a classic option. The gum of the product is wide enough, while not exerting pressure on the body. The front has a triangle shape. The back is a narrow strip of tissue that runs between the buttocks. Such products are not very suitable for anyone, since they can cause discomfort when worn. Because of this, you need to choose a thong only from natural materials that do not cause irritation.

Thongs are contraindicated in sports!

C-string

Very extravagant model of underwear. They are not suitable for everyday wear, as they are narrow, uncomfortable and have an extremely unusual appearance. This is a small cloth stretched over a wire frame. The product has no side elastic bands. For the manufacture of often used unusual fabrics, velor or mesh, a variety of colors from classic black to leopard or neon. This option of cowards is usually used by professional strippers or gigolo.

Tanga

Externally, this option is similar to slips or swimming trunks. However, their fixation is carried out due to the wide elastic band, since the side parts are completely absent. Front and back they are made of triangular pieces of fabric. Since the side of the thigh is fully open, the product is suitable for everyday wear, while it is contraindicated for sports.

Jockie

Jockies are a very unusual version of underwear, which was designed for people who are professionally involved in sports and weightlifters. The front of the product is a bag that provides reliable and proper fixation of the genitals. The back is made of several strips. Jock is very common among athletes who engage in cycling or martial arts. They provide the necessary comfort, do not constrain movements, do not cause irritation even with intense physical exertion.

A wide assortment presented on store shelves allows you to easily choose the best option for underwear. The product should be comfortable, allow the skin to breathe and provide comfort throughout the day.