Why have boxer shorts gone from ordinary underwear, to fashionable underwear, to something faintly old-fashioned — and now, in some quarters, back to being fashionable again? The answer isn’t…

This might be a stretch title-wise (Saturday Saggers followed by Selfie Sunday!) Alliteration aside, there’s definitely a market of guys in boxers taking selfies. more intimate approach, away from …

I wrote a feature on Pandora’s Boxers back in August. So I felt a re-visit was due. Pandora’s Boxers. Model: Cam Mackintosh Photographer: Nicholas Andrews. Source: Rakish Gent Pandora’s…

Ooh er, it must be the weekend because it’s Saturday Saggers. Young gentlemen who just let their trousers/ pants slip down and give us all a display of baggy boxers we can all enjoy. The imag…

THANK YOU! Hello everyone. The blog is now three months old and it’s hitting an exciting stage. I now have an Instagram account, which has been a great way to hear from supporters of the blog…

First things first, I’m not a psychologist. During my years in academia I have been acquainted with many of the great thinkers through other fields. As a result I have a working knowledge whi…

I’ve recently started to source my boxers from Vinted. Whatever your take on Vinted as a source of underwear, there are a number of advantages. I’ll talk about some of the pros and cons…

There’s something rather appealing about a small independent business that has decided to concentrate on doing one thing properly. In the case of Jolly Boxers, that one thing is traditional woven b…

There is something very ordinary – and rather appealing – about a man going to bed in a pair of classic boxer shorts. Queer author Robby Weber from Instagram. Boxers from Dairyboy Not b…

Why do wealthy, well-dressed men still wear boxer shorts? ACtor and model Juan Sorini lounging in long coat and white boxers. Source: The Rakish Gent It’s an interesting question. You might imagine…

Well, well… look what’s slipped out. A cheeky collection of low-slung trousers, peeking waistbands and classic woven boxers getting far more exposure than they strictly need. Whether those trousers…

Well, well… look what’s slipped out. A cheeky collection of low-slung trousers, peeking waistbands and classic woven boxers getting far more exposure than they strictly need. Whether those trousers…

Sometimes you stumble across an old underwear campaign and immediately think: yep, this belongs on the blog. Image courtesy of YUASA Studios, originally published by GAYLETTER That was my reaction …

Don’t say, I don’t offer balanced journalism. Boxers are supposed to make life easy: loose, comfortable and quietly doing their job underneath your trousers. But sometimes they have oth…

While you’re here, I have some interesting stuff coming up. First of all I’m now on Instagram and Bluesky. Currently nothing you’ve not seen on here, but expect some exclusives! A…

When we think about the moment boxer shorts became fashionable, one image usually springs to mind: Nick Kamen, a pair of Levi’s jeans, a laundrette and Marvin Gaye. But behind that famous 198…

Finally, an opportunity to ask some questions. First up what are your favourite patterns?

To start, a poem. An Ode to Plaid Boxer Shorts A simple grid of woven line and thread,Where intersecting hues of blue and redCross over soft, unhurried, combed cotton,A classic comfort never quite …

Finally, an opportunity to ask some questions. First up what are your favourite patterns?

British Boxers are a top end, luxury entry level brand who offer some classic boxer shorts. It’s autumn/ fall so expect a few new ranges coming in, starting with these guys. Great to see some…

Nick Kamen Levis Advert (1985) Back in the 1980s, the most likely male underwear choice was briefs – tighty whities etc. Along comes the 1985 Levis ad, soundtracked by classic “I Heard …

British Boxers are a top end, luxury entry level brand who offer some classic boxer shorts. It’s autumn/ fall so expect a few new ranges coming in, starting with these guys. Great to see some…

We spend a lot of time talking about what men wore on the outside. Suits, shirts, jeans, trainers, coats. We can spend several thousand words discussing whether a trouser leg is too wide. But what …

Instagram hottie Andrew Brala poses and strips down to checked boxers for Zachary Olewnicki. Andrew strips down to his boxers, and I’m more than happy to share the moment. A relaxed fit, a cl…

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Looking back at some of my older posts and honestly they’re not up to standard I would expect of myself now. So I’m going through some of the more popular/ under-rated ones and giving t…

Let’s be honest. If you’ve found your way to Classic Woven Boxers, there’s a reasonable chance you have a bit of a thing for men’s clothing. Underwear, shorts, sportswear, m…

I have a confession to make. I bloody love a pair of ridiculous boxer shorts.Give me a classic pair of loose woven boxers in white, blue, stripes or checks and I’m perfectly happy. There is somethi…

Actors in boxers is rapidly becoming a staple for this blog. A field ripe for harvesting images and gifs of some good old fashioned boxer shorts. Not much more to say except enjoy Tom Ellis, Stephe…

Looking back at some of my older posts and honestly they’re not up to standard I would expect of myself now. So I’m going through some of the more popular/ under-rated ones and giving t…

The Autumn Equinox is upon us and summer is over for another year. But that doesn’t mean dreams of sandy beaches and stunning European city breaks are out of reach. Certainly not in the world…

The Autumn Equinox is upon us and summer is over for another year. But that doesn’t mean dreams of sandy beaches and stunning European city breaks are out of reach. Certainly not in the world…

3 pairs. Navy/Cream, Hunter/Cream, and Red/Cream Cabana Stripe. We've taken the classic woven boxer and created a flattering, slim silhouette using high-end tailoring techniques and stretch pima cotto...

You can tell quite a lot about a man from his boxer shorts. Not necessarily anything important, useful or remotely accurate — but definitely something. After all, the choice between a pair of sensi…

You can tell quite a lot about a man from his boxer shorts. Not necessarily anything important, useful or remotely accurate — but definitely something. After all, the choice between a pair of sensi…

Actors in boxers is rapidly becoming a staple for this blog. A field ripe for harvesting images and gifs of some good old fashioned boxer shorts. Not much more to say except enjoy Tom Ellis, Stephe…

I have a confession to make. I bloody love a pair of ridiculous boxer shorts.Give me a classic pair of loose woven boxers in white, blue, stripes or checks and I’m perfectly happy. There is somethi…

Let’s be honest. If you’ve found your way to Classic Woven Boxers, there’s a reasonable chance you have a bit of a thing for men’s clothing. Underwear, shorts, sportswear, m…

Presenting a remarkably small but rather splendid haul of photos of pop and rock stars in boxer shorts. The first pic is British boyband, turned men band in boxer shorts. The first pic is British b…

There are many things I enjoy about men. Their music, their acting, their questionable fashion choices, their general existence. But one of the great pleasures of being a man who has devoted an ent…