While I worked the sales floor at Tip Top Tailors – serving thousands of gentlemen looking for the perfect fit – one area I noticed that many men continually overlook is underwear. This article will discuss two of the more popular brands in men's underwear in terms of comfort and style.
How Comfortable are Fruit of the Loom Boxers, Briefs, and Boxer Briefs?
If a pair of underwear is uncomfortable, you may as well not own the garment in the first place as it's definitely not worth the discomfort. While men may have different preferences in terms of what style of underwear they prefer – boxers, boxer briefs, or briefs – the construction of the garment itself remains the issue of prime importance.
Fruit of the Loom boxer briefs are perhaps some of the most popular and comfortable underwear current available for men. Featuring a relaxed elasticized waist and a variety of solid and patterned colours, there are several to choose from.
Fruit of the Loom briefs are quite rugged without being overly rough in terms of feel. They are quite durable and are generally constructed of fine cotton. Their boxers are somewhat boxy, but still crisp and suitable for everyday wear.
How Comfortable are Hanes Boxers, Briefs, and Boxer Briefs?
Hanes is a major competitor with Fruit of the Loom and both companies rest in about the same price bracket, although Hanes are typically a bit more expensive. Hanes aesthetic is a bit more streamlined (substituting solid coloured and seamless looking designs over a banded, ringer style) and looks slightly more modern.
Hanes Boxer Briefs and Boxers are easily their best products, made from an extremely fine cotton that feels extremely soft against sensitive skin. The elasticized band is also well contained within the general fabric, meaning that there is not much abrasion or chafing taking place on the waist or thighs.
Which Brand of Men's Underwear is Best?
Of the two major brands, it is generally my recommendation that men choose Hanes over Fruit of the Loom, though they're both quality brands with a lot to offer. Hanes is worth the extra few dollars in terms of getting a higher quality fabric and a more comfortable and modern fit for different body shapes. If economy and price is a factor, Fruit of the Loom offers quality and comfort within a more modest price range.
If neither of these brands really strike your eye, do not fret! Several alternatives to the two major brands exist, such as the increasingly popular Naked Boxer Brief which is setting an extremely modern fashion trend amongst men who would prefer that their underwear be both aesthetically impressive as well as extremely comfortable.
Nicholas Morine - Nicholas Morine Bachelor of Arts, English Language & Literature Master of Philosophy, Humanities (Candidate) Memorial University ...
