Want to learn about underwear styles other than just regular boxers or briefs? We’ve created an in-depth guide to help you choose the perfect pair of underwear for you.

Underwear is the unsung hero of any man’s wardrobe. Even though your underwear isn’t visible (well, ideally), it’s still an important piece of clothing. A poorly chosen pair of drawers can become uncomfortable throughout the day.

Whether you’re working out, finally getting to the next step with that special someone, or just needing a reliable and comfy pair of underwear, we’ve got you covered. 

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The boxer short was seen as a masculine style that men favored and because of this, boxer shorts were soldiers’ first choice of underwear at the time. The popularity of the style soon soared. 

Fast forward to now, and boxers have evolved quite a bit. They can now be found in the form of a trunk, boxer brief, and midway boxer brief.

Briefs

You probably wore good old tighty whities growing up. While these are often overlooked by men once they reach adulthood, there are actually some good reasons to go back to briefs. If you’re looking for more coverage and want everything to stay in place throughout the day, the brief is your best bet.

This popular garment was first created and sold in 1935 by Coopers Inc. The Wisconsin brand called them “jockeys” because of the underwear’s similar design to jockstraps. 

Since then, the brief has evolved and can now be found in several iterations like the trunk and boxer brief.

Boxer Briefs

Last but not least, we have boxer briefs. Marrying both the boxer and brief, this cut of underwear takes the best of both worlds and combines them.

This style provides form-fitting coverage and gives you a bit more length than trunks. If you’re still on the fence between the brief and boxer, the boxer brief could meet your needs.