Celebrate your successes...

With January having drawn to a close, it’s time to reflect on the success of one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions – the diet. Whether you’ve been counting calories, eliminating carbs, or eating cabbage soup for the past few weeks you should now be able to see a vast difference in your physique. Although you’ll be pleased with the ‘new you’, you might find that your boxer shorts are starting to look a little out of place on your body. Saggy bottoms and gaping leg holes are never a good look so make your new figure the reason for a whole new designer men’s underwear collection. Here are the styles that are perfect for flattering your new figure for the coming season.

A Toned Derriere
If you have lost weight around your bottom and toned up since the New Year, you will want to show it off in your new designer men’s underwear. Although a thong might be the perfect way to do this, they are hardly comfortable for everyday wear so might we suggest a pair of boxer trunks instead. A flat panel of colour is the most flattering so opt for something classic like a black pair of Calvin Klein trunks which will see you throughout this season and many ahead. For something a little more exciting, choose one of spring’s in-trend colours such as bright yellow or pillar box red.

A Flat Stomach
If you stomach is looking leaner than before Christmas, it’s time to show it off and the way to do this to draw attention away from your underwear and onto your stomach. Men’s briefs are the perfect way to do this. Opt for a timeless style in white from the likes of Jockey underwear for men or Sloggi.

Sleeker Legs
Slimmer, sleeker legs are often a result of diets and a change in exercise regime. However lean legs are not too flattering if your stomach and bottom are still a little larger in size. The most flattering men’s designer underwear style to help balance your body out is a pair of boxer shorts. Patterned styles help to hide bulky bottoms but avoid vertical lines as these can actually accentuate the lankiness of your legs, compounding the look. Instead look for something super trendy such as a bold and colourful Hawaiian print.

By choosing a designer men’s underwear style that flatters your new shape, you’ll get the confidence boost you deserve for all your hard work. 

What to Buy in the January Sales

With Christmas and New Year now behind us, the January sales are in full swing both online and on the high street. Now is the time to get greatly reduced designer men’s underwear but how do you know if what you are buying will look totally out-dated by the time spring comes?

Well thanks to us, you can buy designer men’s underwear that will see you safely through the spring and summer months by following these top tips:

Tip #1: Colour
The January sales provide retailers with the perfect opportunity to move stock for the winter season that hasn’t sold. Unfortunately for us, most of the designer men’s underwear colours will be wrong for the coming season however there are some colours which will seemingly take you right through to next autumn. The hot colours for spring are going to be yellow and green to reflect the shooting plants. Luckily green was a key colour for winter and Christmas so by investing in men’s underwear in these colours, you’ll stay on trend. For summer 2013, the hot colours are going to be bright red and white. As red was also a festive colour and white is a staple colour, you should be able to create the look during the sales.

Tip #2: Pattern
Designer men’s underwear styles for spring/summer 2013 include heavy patterns with Bermuda and Hawaiian prints being key. These looks may be harder to replicate from the January sale line up but keep your eyes peeled for either of these looks. As they were introduced last summer, some stock might still be on sale this January.

As there are limited style options for design men’s underwear: boxer shorts, trunks and men’s briefs, you can buy any of these styles and know that they won’t go out of trend too quickly. However if you really want to follow the spring/summer look then boxer shorts are the way to go when shopping in the January Sales. By following these tips, you will have the opportunity to grab yourself a great bargain whilst looking hot this spring.

A Brief Comeback

If someone were to mention ‘men’s briefs’ to you, you might instantly conjure up images of off-white Y fronts hanging on your grandparent’s washing line, maybe even slightly misshapen and stretched. However mention ‘men’s briefs’ to someone in the fashion industry today and they’ll tell you about them being the latest, cutting edge style for fashion-conscious men everywhere, especially in relation to the designer men’s underwear industry. So what’s happened? Well briefs have made a comeback and are now at the forefront of fashion.

To understand why men’s briefs are back in style, it’s important to understand how they came about in the first place. The traditional briefs started being worn during the war years around the early 1940s. This was firstly because they were cost-effective to make with less material being needed than for long johns or boxer shorts. But the real clue to their comeback is in the second reason they were first introduced, they offered a greater level of support and comfort than the alternatives of the day. It is this support and comfort that has led to their renewed lease of life.

With more men looking to keep fit and stay healthy through exercise, whether at the gym, pounding the pavements or on the sport’s field, the need for support as well as comfort has become important. Thankfully the main designer men’s underwear brands have not compromised on style when it’s come to the new brief designs. Just as boxer shorts and trunks had become a fashionable accessory for men, briefs are too. Brands such as Calvin Klein have released colourful and eye-catching designs which will make just as much of a fashion statement as their trunk counterparts.

To see a few of the latest men’s briefs designs from top designer underwear brand Calvin Klein, visit the Whites and Smalls website where you will be able to see everything from floral designs to boom-box prints and bold colours.

Men’s Underwear for His Birthday

Whether a man prefers men’s briefs, traditionally styled boxer shorts or a more modern pair of trunks, we think we’ve found the perfect pair of each. Here are our top picks for Birthday Gifts for Him in 2012:

Pick 1 – For the Man Who Loves Briefs

Men’s briefs are extremely popular with a lot of guys, especially with those of the slightly older generation. However, just because they are seen as a little old fashioned, doesn’t mean that you have to opt for a boring pair of white briefs. Instead pick a pair that is more stylish in design such as the Brightlight Blue Briefs from Pump which are available online from Lads Rack.
These men’s briefs feature all the comfort and support of more traditional briefs but come in an eye-catching shade of blue which is fade resistant too. Combined with stark white trim and a matching white waistband, these briefs are far from dull. They are completed with the bold Pump brand name.

Pick 2 – For the Guy Who Loves Boxer Shorts

Loose fitting boxer shorts are a great birthday gift as they are comfortable to wear and stylish. We think we’ve found the perfect pair in the form of the Jockey Grey and White Boxer Shorts from Underwear Unlimited. These boxer shorts are made from cotton for a breathable finish and feature a grey and white pinstripe effect for a touch of sophisticated styling.

Pick 3 – For the Bloke Who Loves Boxer Trunks

Trunk style boxer shorts are extremely popular at the moment and as such, there are a wide range of styles available from designer men’s underwear brands. Our favourite brand is Calvin Klein and we think the CK One Cotton Stretch Trunk Boxer Shorts in Paisley White from Whites and Smalls are simply perfect. These trunks feature a white background which has been embellished with a black paisley design for a fashionable yet retro look. They are completed with contrasting turquoise piping and waistband detailing to reflect the colour of the season.

Whatever style of designer men’s underwear you choose as a gift for his birthday, he’s sure to love it...



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Men’s Fashion Week – Paris 2012

Last month was Men’s Fashion Week in Paris where a number of high-end designers and up and coming designers showcased their spring/summer 2013 collections. Within the ready to wear collection was men’s designer underwear from designer Alexis Mabille.
Alexis Mabille’s collection of underwear styles is sold under the Hom label and combines two different genres – ‘ready to wear’ and stylish men’s underwear. Designed for people of any build and body condition, Mabille’s designs have an emphasis on the body. Using design, colour and comfort, his collection of designer men’s underwear has a touch of freshness and heighted sensuality – making it a delight to own or receive as a gift.
For spring/summer 2013, the collection designed by Alexis Mabille for Hom centred around the colours white, grey and black for a modern yet timeless look. Amongst the styles was a pair of eye-catching trunk style boxer shorts which feature a heavy geometric black and white design. These were completed by a black and white striped waistband and prominent branding to convey their designer nature.
Also in the collection which was highlighted on the runway was a pair of briefs which also sported a striking white and black pattern, this time probably inspired by 60s prints. As well as bold designs, there are a few more subtle styles of men’s underwear too. One design ran throughout a number of underwear styles including boxer shorts, trunks and briefs. They featured a light grey background teamed with darker grey panels to the sides which created a diamond effect. This effect is seen on a number of outer garments by other designers for the upcoming 2013 season so ties in nicely with this core theme.
No doubt a number of other designer men’s underwear brands will take note of the black, white and grey colour trend and release pieces in their collection with a similar styling for spring/summer.