Men Underwear - What Do You Wear?

pokipop on 22/02/2017 - 16:36
Last edited 24/02/2017 - 01:12

Hello gentlemen of OzBargain. Just wondering what brand of underwear do you wear and how much do you pay for them?

The 40-50% Bonds sales won't do anymore because the products, whether briefs or trunks, don't last very long. The elastic stretches after only a few washes.

Right now I'm using cheap, generic underwear but they're not very comfortable, though they have survived more washes than any Bonds. Looking for something with more comfort and longevity - briefs or trunks no matter, I like to rotate. Please recommend me some brands, thanks.

Edit1:
A few Kmart and Aldi suggestions with attractive pricing. Shall try. A couple Uniqlo Airism suggestions, will also try.

Edit2:
Overwhelming response, thanks guys. Heaps of solid suggestions.
These look promising, thanks 2jzzzz.
The most popular seems to be Uniqlo Airism and CK underwear.

General Discussion

Comments

      • TRENT86 on 24/02/2017 - 23:49

        How much are they from Costco?

        • [Deactivated] on 25/02/2017 - 07:48
          +1

          3 pairs for$34

        • TRENT86 on 25/02/2017 - 12:38

          @ms: Wow that's cheap, cheapest quick look I can find is 3 pairs for $51 @ Myer

    • kusama on 23/02/2017 - 16:40
      +2

      They are pretty cheap in Thailand

    • TRENT86 on 24/02/2017 - 18:34

      Myer has them on sale like 3 pairs for under $65 sometimes

    • snowcold on 24/02/2017 - 22:33
      +1

      Costco. Else check out the DFO outlets. If you join their VIP membership (free) then you will get an additional 10% off

  • Pandamony on 23/02/2017 - 07:35

    I bought these http://s.aliexpress.com/fa2Ifqay. Pretty good quality. The elastic smells for a little while though

  • terrys on 23/02/2017 - 08:39
    +2

    The ones that have lasted longest without spending $15 per unit have been Rio, [~ 2-3 years] and Emerson [~1 year]. I've found Bonds are and have always been the most over-rated made-to-fail junk out over the 30 years I have been in Oz.I had thought it was the Australian sun, but then noticed NZ made `jockey' elastic had survived until the fabric died, and ones I brought back from the U.K. and BRD were going strong a long time after Bonds that i had bought later had failed.

    You could try hanging them out inside the pillow cases in summer days, but I suspect the elastic failure is a feature, not a bug.

  • sharkyoz on 23/02/2017 - 08:52

    Aldi briefs called barely essentials, comfortable, even on my big butt, nice fit, and a lot cheaper than bonds.

  • [Deactivated] on 23/02/2017 - 09:10
    -7

    You want guys to tell you what kind of underwear they wear?
    Would ask women that question?

    • WT on 23/02/2017 - 11:27
      +4

      I used to do this, dont see what the problem is.

      It would often lead to showing if you play your cards right…

      • syousef on 23/02/2017 - 18:20

        And then you were kicked out of preschool right? ;-) Just messing with you.

    • Gronk on 24/02/2017 - 08:46
      +1

      It's not like they asked for pics, seems like a normal enough question to me.

  • iforgotmysocks on 23/02/2017 - 09:10
    +1

    Bought some CKs recently. Not really that impressed over my bonds staples.

    Uniqlo is good too.

  • dollarmenu on 23/02/2017 - 10:00

    Try Costco - they have 4 packs of various brands and last long. Tommy, armani, CK - not even sure if these are genuine but they seem to last longer then target and kmart ones.

    • WT on 23/02/2017 - 11:25

      I pretty much only use the champion from costco apart from some moisture wicking for sport.

      only problem is they suck to swim in, but that more of a boxer brief problem.

      From memory, they are $17 for 4 or something like that

    • lainey13 on 24/02/2017 - 13:54

      The Hugo Boss ones are like parachutes. I have no idea why they made the leg bit so roomy. Perhaps if you have thighs like Forstemann or like a LOT of baggy material you can try those…

    • akoli on 24/02/2017 - 18:34
      +1

      Yup my case exactly… myer Calvin Klein 40 a pair…. Costco 3 pack for $30, buy 3 packs and then an extra 3 every year… as I get holes where the thighs rub…. still cheaper than bonds… I used to like holeproof but think they got bought over and the quality was trash theyre socks used to last and the last batch I bought were like ice skates on tiles they were so much plastic

  • grizzle on 23/02/2017 - 11:23

    I'm a big fan of Jockey Sport/Performance underwear (boxer briefs or midway trunks).
    Good quality, great fit and support, great for activity and day to day wear (and hot weather), don't ride up. Can get them in a range of patterns now if that's important.
    Not super cheap, but worth the extra for me, and can sometimes find on reasonable sales.

    • 2jzzzz on 23/02/2017 - 16:16
      +1

      Had these but after 2 months they were ruined. Had the performance midway trunks and where my quad rubbed on my pants, the fabric pilled and holes developed.

  • captobvious on 23/02/2017 - 14:06
    +4

    Commando 24/7
    One less thing to wash
    Think of the savings and all the little dolphins and turtles being saved

    • arcticmonkey on 23/02/2017 - 18:38
      +2

      Don't you have to wash your pants more often (assuming you wear them)?

      • ThadtheChad on 23/02/2017 - 21:00
        +5

        Naah mate. He ripped his knob off when it repeatedly kept getting caught in the zipper. Put it in the mixer and turned it into feed for dolphins and turtles. :)

        Saves money, no need to buy condoms… underwear… pay for dates/SO etc. Wow such savings!!11oneone

        • captobvious on 25/02/2017 - 01:25

          Im glad my tackle could provide for so many.

        • [Deactivated] on 03/03/2017 - 20:11

          @captobvious: Username checks out

  • Yorkshire-Man on 23/02/2017 - 14:18
    +2

    Seriously ? Mark and Spenser in the U.K. Free delivery. Good prices and quality. The WHOLE of the UK wears them

    • syousef on 23/02/2017 - 18:20
      +7

      Sorry but I would rather not buy used underwear.

  • cyrax83 on 23/02/2017 - 14:21
    +1

    CK - usually try import from Asos or something

  • kyoba on 23/02/2017 - 14:26
    +4

    Borat mankini

    • Kangal on 23/02/2017 - 15:59

      Very nice!
      *high five *

  • Munki on 23/02/2017 - 14:27

    Costco had some Huge Boss underwear on sale before. I bought two packs of 3 (I think). Was like $23 or something whilst on sale. Not bad considering the brand and they are 100% cotton. My one gripe with the boxer briefs would be that the leg length is a bit on the short side. It would some times crawl up to my crotch and feel uncomfortable. Usually when I'm wearing tight pants.

    Other than that, the Alpha 3 packs from Kmart are comfy.

    Longest lasting pair of underwear I've had would be a pair of Bonds though. It's still like new - and I bought it in 2010. Gets worn once a week. Still in perfect shape with the elastic like new.

    I hang my underwear indoors and rarely out in the sun.

    • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2017 - 09:01

      I hang my underwear indoors and rarely out in the sun

      Why?

      • Munki on 24/02/2017 - 09:23

        Sun damages the elastic if you leave it exposed for long periods.

  • SilentBob on 23/02/2017 - 14:53

    Whatever the missus buys me, my lunchbox thighs don't work well with boxers so just the regular briefs do me great , also I never found boxers that comfortable

  • pogichinoy on 23/02/2017 - 15:33

    Calvin Klein

    Quality has declined tho. May try those Uniqlos.

  • kolorijo on 23/02/2017 - 15:43
    +1

    If you insist to know, I am wearing Renoma Blushed

  • wazzoj on 23/02/2017 - 16:01

    Bonds fit trunks - get 2 packs in the 40% off sales they often have a target

  • jno on 23/02/2017 - 16:12

    Ralph lauren from asos 3 packs around $60 ;)

  • smux on 23/02/2017 - 16:17

    The Aldi trunks are my favourites at the moment. The elastane in the fabric provides much needed support. I think I've got some that are over a year old and are still meeting functional requirements.

  • auna on 23/02/2017 - 16:26

    http://www.milkmanunderwear.com/

  • kusama on 23/02/2017 - 16:42

    I buy whatever, normally from Kmart. I have a few pairs of Coles Mix brand trunks - I like them

  • bigdoubleu on 23/02/2017 - 16:52

    Tradie long leg trunks… Canna hand a man more comfy jocks.

    Built to last long with plenty of support to help reduce crack. Non tradespeople are also able to use without needing a white card.

    Usually pick them up from Bigw when on special for about $15.

    www.tradie.com/long-leg-trunk.html

  • weezlebub on 23/02/2017 - 17:01
    +2

    my 2c, as a guy who's gone from boxers to trunks (less jiggle in the wiggle)

    davenport were alright,
    went to bonds, but they degraded quickly
    went to CK's, but they weren't munch better than bonds
    now on kmart alpha and they're comfier and are holding up really well … also managed to find fluro orange on special, so now i'm high vis in the bedroom!!

  • tommy-darko on 23/02/2017 - 17:14

    Bought a stack of Everlast boxer briefs years ago from The Hut for around $3 each on sale, still going strong.

  • Hirolol on 23/02/2017 - 17:39

    Target cheapest undies.
    I find Kmart undies too flimsy.

  • Schezwon on 23/02/2017 - 17:45
    +1

    Kmart Alpha briefs. Good value, comfy and lasts long.

  • jaffar on 23/02/2017 - 18:01

    Target MAXXs, they seem to be slightly more durable/thicker than the uniqlos I got. 7 for $25 at the moment, would definitely consider if I didn't already have a bout 10 pairs.

  • this is us on 23/02/2017 - 18:03
    +4

    Someone said: "why spend a lot of money?"

    Because occasional or long-term partners like that. Because they are comfortable and look very nice, then you like what you see in the mirror. Because men and women feel excited looking at a nice body with a nice underwear (or at least a nice underwear), even if some people think it doesn't matter.

    Just some possible answers, because this "why spend a lot of money?" can apply for underwear, food, beer, gadgets, mobile phones, etc. That's pointless. If I think that I should use MY money to buy underwear, socks, chocolate, games, cars, water or to hire a prostitute, I do it. People should learn how to answer the questions without judging. You could just say that you like the AUD 2.00 from KMART (or whatever).

    BTW, I have had good experience with BONDS, and have been using some of them for a while without any problems (bought from COTD). I also bought some very nice underwears from BCNU, and I really enjoy them (more expensive, but I got 70% discount months ago).

    https://www.bcnuclothing.com/underwear/

    • syousef on 23/02/2017 - 18:22
      +1

      If there is a pair of undies that can make me like what I see in the mirror….SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY! They would have to be made of unicorn horns ;-)

      • this is us on 23/02/2017 - 18:24
        +1

        Maybe a pair of nice undies plus review of daily habits, and psychotherapy? :)

        • syousef on 23/02/2017 - 18:25

          Nope. Not even that.

        • this is us on 23/02/2017 - 18:27

          @syousef: you should definitely try!

        • syousef on 23/02/2017 - 18:28

          @tiagozt:

          There are reasons not to…but I won't go into it.

        • this is us on 23/02/2017 - 18:31

          @syousef: People make choices. But this is not therapy… haha… You can just start with some nice underwears… :)

        • syousef on 23/02/2017 - 18:34

          @tiagozt:

          While it's true that you can always make the best choice possible, sometimes the best choice is still a crappy one. The myth that the only reason a person may not like the way they look is just "bad choices" is one of the most damaging things I can think of, but it sells a heap of products and services. Too long a discussion…

        • this is us on 23/02/2017 - 18:50

          @syousef: "only reason a person may not like the way they look is just "bad choices"

          I didn't say that… When I said choices it was regarding the "no psychotherapy" (or, generally speaking, not reviewing or changing the things that are not going well, whatever they are)

        • syousef on 23/02/2017 - 18:55

          @tiagozt:

          All good buddy.

    • pokipop on 24/02/2017 - 01:08

      I'm looking at cheap to medium priced underwear for the day-to-day going to work wear and tear.

      Never heard of BCNU so thanks for showing this. I'll need to wait for a 70% off though (you shouldn't have told me they get discounted :P)

      Might get a couple for the odd…special occassion ;)

  • [Deactivated] on 23/02/2017 - 18:35
    -1

    Ben Sherman and Diesel.

    My gf thinks there hot so that's all that matters I guess.

    • arcticmonkey on 23/02/2017 - 18:42
      +10

      She's obviously not dating you for your spelling.

      • ThadtheChad on 23/02/2017 - 21:02
        +1

        If he's wearing both the Ben Sherman and Diesel, it's bought to get hot down "there". It is summer. :P

    • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2017 - 05:05
      +1

      My gf thinks there hot so that's all that matters I guess

      Mate, the question was what underwear you wear Not what your girlfriend wears.

    • schwinn on 24/02/2017 - 14:31
      +1

      She thinks where hot?

  • this is us on 23/02/2017 - 18:39

    DUPLICATED

  • Mrgreenz on 23/02/2017 - 18:58

    For work or any activities I wear the 9 inch length compression style

    Nike pro combat
    Tradie black and yellow ones
    Alpha green ones

    Othertimes

    Calvin klein polyester

  • Hahuh on 23/02/2017 - 19:54

    My current wardrobe consits of cheap chinese ali express underwear that probably going to cost me my junk in a few decades and uniqlo. I used to have emporia armani and calvin klein but they were crap

  • BartholemewH on 23/02/2017 - 20:33

    You can get away with anything in Rio.

  • antler on 23/02/2017 - 21:33

    Bonds (at sale price) comes in first for me. This is closely followed by Hugo Boss. These two brands have lasted me over 3 years. Calvin Klien, Emporio Armani and the ASOS ones start to tear or stretch after 18 months.

  • StalkingIbis on 23/02/2017 - 21:39
    +1

    i love that theres a public website where you can ask this shame free hahaha

  • driveahardbargain on 23/02/2017 - 21:54

    Frank and beans. Get them on special.

  • cloudy on 23/02/2017 - 22:04

    Bonds at half price.

  • Inzo on 23/02/2017 - 22:05

    As someone else said, the Kmart Alpha work for me.

    Personally I like the "relaxed fit boxer" which is longer, and not as tight as some boxers

    http://www.kmart.com.au/product/3-pack-relaxed-fit-boxers/96…

  • ribze1 on 23/02/2017 - 22:39

    I've been wearing Bonds all my life, no issues at all with their products.

    • [Deactivated] on 26/02/2017 - 10:45
      +1

      bonds prices have gone up, while the quality has gone down.

  • [Deactivated] on 23/02/2017 - 23:07
    +1

    Kmart FTW !

  • maxdba on 23/02/2017 - 23:11
    +1

    Exofficio Give-N-Go. It costs about $30~40 in Australia. I get it for $7 each in Taobao China. Very comfortable and durable for sports, travel or daily wear.

  • Steptoe on 23/02/2017 - 23:26

    Mossimo, when on sale.

    https://www.mossimo.com.au/sale/sort-by/price/sort-direction…

  • jaynguyen127 on 24/02/2017 - 00:10
    +1

    I have been trying on numerous undies of more than 10 brands since last year.
    No one to seem to have mention this but MUJI is extremely comfortable and durable. The best part I reckon is there're not branded as visible as the other brands.
    You can only purchase MUJI products in-store as this is their marketing strategy.
    Other brands that also have stood out are Tokyo Laundry - you can get them so cheap on ASOS.

    • Munki on 24/02/2017 - 00:43

      Good mention. I love their plain white t-shirts. Will try their undies too.

    • dltra on 24/02/2017 - 01:02

      i feel like MUJI is one of my favourite brands around - high-quality textiles, simple accessible styles, reasonable (but not cheap particularly) prices, and minimal branding. not even obscure or hard to buy either, at least not in Melbourne with the big Chadstone and Emporium stores

    • Marcsie on 24/02/2017 - 21:10

      Don't like Muji, far so expensive compare to Uniqlo :)

      • [Deactivated] on 26/02/2017 - 10:48

        uniqlo is cheap because they either use less/thinner material or it's polyester. muji is just expensive.

  • asrey1975 on 24/02/2017 - 00:15
    +1

    I always found it hard to get excited about buying underpants until I found these!
    exofficio exofficio exofficio!!!!
    exofficio exofficio exofficio!!!!
    exofficio exofficio exofficio!!!!!

    BEST DAMN BOXERS ON THE PLANET! no kidding!

    Extremely comfortable, good for gym, hiking, running, work, travel/holidays (they wash/dry real quick!) basically best all round ever!

    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001M0MN0C/ref=oh_aui_deta…

    also here… http://exofficio.com/mens-underwear-sportmesh/give-n-go-spor…

    • Super8Tab on 24/02/2017 - 06:13
      +1

      Surprised i had to scroll till here to find them, these boxers are the best undies by far. Threw all my other undies away and replaced with them these.

      They last really well too.

  • dltra on 24/02/2017 - 00:58

    H&M boxer briefs. h&m usually tends to be nothing special, but the quality seems decent enough for me, price is reasonable ($15 for pack of 3) and there's no exterior branding or logos or text. just plain grey + black briefs that fit well and have lasted well imo.

  • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2017 - 02:19
    +1

    Who needs underwear when you've got a Kilt.

  • crentist on 24/02/2017 - 03:21
    -1

    got a bunch from cotton on factory outlet store for $2 each a while back, theyre very comfortable. i had a couple of pairs before that already that were my favourites, so when i saw them for so cheap i got about another weeks worth.
    starting to wear out now though, wishing i had bought a months worth instead

  • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2017 - 05:06

    Hugo Boss

  • NickosFoivos on 24/02/2017 - 08:15

    I buy nice European underwear. Let me know if you wanna know my favs!

  • Bobomonster on 24/02/2017 - 08:53

    The Uniqlo Supima Cotton ones are the best! They are the most comfortable ones I've worn so far.
    http://www.uniqlo.com/au/store/men-supima-cotton-boxer-brief…

  • nimnomnimy on 24/02/2017 - 09:29

    Banana republic
    96% cotton, 4% spandex
    They are the best, nothing comes close

  • Leeeroy on 24/02/2017 - 09:32
    +1

    Frank and Beans
    https://www.frankandbeans.com.au/men/boxer-shorts.html
    Soft cotton, good quality and around $10 each. I buy a 12 pack every year.

    Did you know increased men's underwear sales is a predictor of a healthy economy!

  • Parentheses on 24/02/2017 - 09:33

    Not really sure how or why, but Bonds from an actual Bonds store appear to last longer by a HUGE amount compared to the Bonds you get at places like Target or Big W. Maybe they buy the shit bits?

    • MementoMori on 24/02/2017 - 10:18

      Yes, there are 'Bonds' and then there are 'Bonds'. i.e. the ones from David Jones / Myers etc are the good ones, K Mart etc are the crap ones. Try Bhumi! (see below).

  • Shiny Mew on 24/02/2017 - 09:34

    Tuffys & Tuffetts. Australian-made and much better quality than Bonds (from which many employees moved after manufacturing moved offshore).

  • Randxyz123 on 24/02/2017 - 09:38

    I stock up when I'm in the USA. I buy Polo Ralph Lauren at century 21 in NYC. Last time I was there it was about $15 for a 4 pack

    Comfort is key with underwear.

  • Godric on 24/02/2017 - 09:46

    I use duck tape my self

    • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2017 - 09:53

      Photo or it didn't happen.

  • MementoMori on 24/02/2017 - 10:16

    I used to wear Bonds, until they went from '95% cotton' to 'unspecified cotton'. I'd splash out and get the top of the line from David Jones in a 3x pack ($75 or $25 each, which is DJ's version of 'a deal'). I know they are available cheaper, but I'm not interested anymore.

    I've tried a few, had some Uniqlo Airsim for a while. Comfy, but these are 100% poly (i.e. plastic!)… no good.

    I only just got onto Bhumi, an Australian company. Wow, these things are REALLY awesome. Fit + style as per Bonds.

    95% ORGANIC cotton. Your balls are worth it!

    From the website:

    • Organic - Made from 100% GOTS certified cotton, no GMOs and no toxic dyes
    • Sustainable - Made using methods that do not cause harm to our natural resources
    • Ethically Made - Grown and made in Fair Trade certified farms and mills
    • Recycled - Recycled, recyclable and non toxic packaging

    https://bhumi.com.au/collections/mens-underwear/products/org…

    And the best part is $29 for two delivered, $14.50 each. In hindsight I should make this a bargain!

    Sizing is same as Bonds (L = L for me).

    My misses went nuts in the store and we have their bedsheets etc as well. All awesome quality and good value.

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