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Men's underwear has evolved to encompass as many different varieties and styles as women's underwear. You can choose from briefs, boxers, boxer briefs, thongs and long thermal underwear. Add into the myriad of choices available the question of fiber content and your head could begin to spin. Here are the top five fiber content choices for men's underwear.
Cotton is the most popular due to its wash-ability and breathability. There are sometimes small amounts of lycra or Elastane added to the fiber content to give the garment more movement and shape memory. Try to find a tightly woven, long staple 100% Egyptian cotton for a truly luxurious and long wearing option.
Bamboo is a new sustainable fiber on the market for North America. It has all of the qualities of cotton including wickability with the bonus of antibacterial properties.
Silk is a sumptuous, if not entirely practical choice. It is a natural fiber and is incredibly durable and will last for a long time provided it is cared for properly. Mens boxers made from silk will feel softly smooth against the skin and give a superior level of comfort to the wearer. For maximum softness, silk should be hand washed and laid flat to dry. It can be washed on the gentle cycle in the washing machine in a lingerie bag to avoid damage while it is wet and weakened.
For those looking to prevent bacterial and fungi growth and control odor, silver embedded cotton or wool cloth may be a good choice. Sportswear and thermal underwear designed to be used in prolonged moist conditions has been a natural choice for silver fiber cloth. Silver has long been used in medicine for its antibacterial properties. The yarn is either coated or embedded with silver ions.
Many of the newer styles of men's underwear, such as shortey boxer briefs, thongs, and enhancement bikini briefs come in nylon and lycra/spandex blends. These blends offer a silky feel and immediate shape retention and are able to be thrown in with your regular laundry. However, they do have a tendency to promote bacterial and fungal growth, so be sure to launder frequently to avoid odor and skin irritation.
Whether you prefer to cover up completely with long underwear or wear as little as possible with a teeny tiny bikini, remember to match the fiber content to your needs to complete your look.
Maggie Ewles is an expert on swimwear and lingerie and advocates for experimentation in our fashion choices to increase our range of possibilities. You can find more of her writing at www.swimwear&lingerie.com
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