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DadFinds Friday: The Perfect Gift Could Be the Perfect Boxer

2008-09-26T09:06:00.000-07:00

Reposted from: http://momfinds.com/blog/index.php/weblog/dad_find_the_perfect_gift_could_be_the_perfect_boxer/#

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Fri Sep 26, 2008
DadFinds Friday: The Perfect Gift Could Be the Perfect Boxer
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O Boxers by Analisa and Cyn

What: O Boxers by Analisa and Cyn

Why: My husband is a bit finicky about his underwear. He has tossed several pairs because of “rough seams” or “annoying tags.” But when he slipped on the O Boxer, he declared them “incredibly comfortable” and added quickly, “They’re like buttah.”

These are statement boxers from the sleek, black keepsake gift box to the “O” on the waistband. A Modal/Cotton/Spandex mix makes them exceptionally soft and flattering, and like my guy said, “incredibly comfortable.” You can get them with black or purple stitching and in S, M, L and XL. O also offers a boxer/brief style with a more fitted leg for $20.

Find it: oboxers.com

Posted by: MomSharyn on Sep 26, 08 - 9:00 am | Profile

Be Better Guys Review: Boxers or Boxer Briefs?

2008-06-09T07:45:00.000-07:00

Reposted from: http://www.bebetterguys.com/your-clothes/articles/bbg-review-boxers-or-boxer-briefs--2.html

I wanted to know what the best choice in underwear was for guys. Like with shoes, the male wardrobe doesn’t require the range of options that women do. Fortunately for everyone involved, there is no need for guys to wear a thong under any circumstance. But, are boxers, the reigning champs the best options for men? Is this a one-horse race? I’ve said no for years, that boxer-briefs provide the benefits of boxers (length, full coverage), with the support of briefs. Not everyone agrees, so as a service to guys, Be Better Guys is reviewing multiple pairs of underwear to decide this matter.

Why revise the whole underwear debate? It’s the tyranny of the boxers. For years, I’ve believed that men, in the dark recesses of their hearts, wanted the loving embrace of a pair of briefs, tighty-whities, banana hammocks. But, women began ruling on what was sexy on men (an added effect of the sexual revolution), and we bit, hook, line, and sinker. If in Europe, it’s a pair of bikini briefs, in the USA, it’s boxers that turned women on; at least that’s what I was told in high school, the fulcrum of all bad, opposite gender-related information. Then, in the 90s comes the boxer-brief. In general, the boxer-brief has an athletic look to it, like you’re hitting the gym or hopping on a bike after work. They were much sexier than briefs, hold the jewels like briefs, but are longer, like boxers. The material is invariably more comfortable (save for silk boxers). It was a perfect compromise to the briefs that weren’t quite right (in my mind) and the boxers that kept getting twisted in all of the wrong place. And there was the occasional incident of the livestock leaving out the barn door, if you know what I mean. It could be potentially embarrassing in the wrong circumstances.

I looked at several brands and rated three pair of boxers and boxer-briefs each. Each pair was worn multiple times, washing repeatedly (yes, after each wearing), and judged on comfort, how they worked with different types of clothing (jeans, tailored pants, shorts). Here are the results:

Nautica (ranked #2 for boxers, #3 for boxer-briefs)
Nautica has branched out into so many aspects of men’s wear that drawers were only a matter of time. So I tried the traditional boxers in the Easy-Care woven cotton. The description touts double needle stitching, a higher rise, and fuller cut for more comfort. I was thinking bunching in my pants at the leg and crotch. I was pleasantly mistaken. The cut was roomy in the leg and the seat, the rise was comfortable, and the open fly was easy to access, but not too easy as to cause for an awkward moment. The waistband held firm, while the material became softer to my delicate butt with each washing. No bunching up when I wore them with jeans. Like I mentioned, I’d been a confirmed boxer-brief guy for a while, so enjoying the trad boxer was a bit of a revelation.

The boxer-briefs have the Nautica tag outside on the front of the waistband, like real boxing shorts. That was more comfortable than the scratchy band in the back that we’ve all encountered. Besides, since some people are still wearing their pants too low, why shouldn’t Nautica get a bit of free advertising in? I was ready for them to live up to their end of the bargain. Well, I was kind of let down, to tell the truth. First, the rise is a bit uncomfortable. While the fit should be snug to hold the boys in place, the pouch of the boxer-brief (a strip of fabric that runs up the middle from one waist band to another) doesn’t hold the boys as much as tie them down. Second, I didn’t like the fit everywhere else either – it’s the strip. The 1 x 1 ribbed cotton felt nice, but a bit of stretch would be beneficial, especially after a full day.

So a big up to the boxers, but not so much to the boxer-briefs. $15 for the boxers and $18 for the boxer-briefs at stores nationwide.

O Boxers (ranked #1 boxers)
Two women from the Bay Area get the idea that men should have underwear as nice as women have. They test a blended fabric featuring modal, a type of micro-fiber that resembles silk in feel and texture, find out it works really nicely, breathable, wrinkle resistant, and soft to the touch. Add a strong logo “O” and you might have something. Just to let you know, Analisa Shah and Cyn Kwon have something.

I only tried the boxers, but they make their O Boxers in boxer-briefs, as well as a boy-short boxer-brief for women, too. The company recently made changes to the original boxers, with a more comfortable waistband. The original band scratched at your stomach like a bad rash. It almost negated the comfort of the fabric (modal, cotton, and a bit of Lycra). With the new one, the band is just fine. One of the issues I’ve had with boxers is the gaping at the fly. O Boxers takes care of that with a single button fly. I’ve worn these boxers with a pair of jeans and with formal wear and they always work like a charm. No bunching or twisting, even after multiple washing. They are my go-to undies for formal wear, too. $20, online at O Boxers.

2Xist (ranked #3 for boxers, #1 for boxer-briefs)

I’m a fan of this brand because was the design of a cup in the boxer-briefs that allowed for support of the boys without them feeling constricted. They are a cotton/modal blend, maintaining their shape well over the course of a day. I tried their extra long model (mid-thigh), traditional fit, with buttons, and with a cross-over fly. Loved them. The key was design of the pouch, which didn’t leave the boys all crowded, while giving them the support I wanted. It looks like a codpiece and if it were red, I could pass for Larry Blackmon of Cameo. Try not to linger on that image.

2Xist has a boxer style, using a 100% Pima cotton. With a button fly, it was comfortable and safe. The rise was fine, no cutting or twisting. No funky colors or patterns, just boxers. Overall, 2Xist has a good product, even though the packaging’s inferior compared to the other, but I don’t wear the packaging. Besides, it’s a bit too fascinated with the models for my taste (shaved chests, prominent bulges). Then again, if I was that cut up, I might model underwear. . . just kidding. Available at retailers nationwide, $22.00.

Ted Baker (ranked #3 boxer-briefs)
Just like Nautica, the successful British clothing line had to dip into the underwear business. His line has short boxer-briefs and longer boxer-briefs. They have cute names like Cesar, Stalite, and Trunky, which is a bit over the top for the average guy, but the product may redeem the marketing.

I tried their boxer-briefs, mid-thigh with a button fly (aka Cesar). Like the 2Xist version, it has a codpiece style-pouch for the boys, a comfortable rise and the waistband felt good. The fabric has a bit (5%) of Elastane, a stretch synthetic, in it so they don’t stretch out like an old pair of gym socks. (think Pistol Pete Maravich’s flopping all over the floor while breaking people’s ankles) They worked nice with jeans and tailored pants. While I like the Ted Baker boxer-briefs, I’d like the fabric to be thicker. I could also do without the cutesy names. $25, available online or at selected retailers.

Judge's Decision
So the question remains "which type?" In a split decision, I've gotta go with the boxers. While I still like the boxer-briefs for the support and the versatility, I really enjoyed the boxers more on a day to day basis.

Say What News Review

2008-04-02T07:38:00.000-07:00

Reposted from SayWhatNews.com

The Luxury Boxer: O Boxer by Analisa & Cyn

When you are shopping for the perfect under garments you want to look and feel fabulous. O Boxers by Analisa & Cyn provide just that. The box of which the boxers come in is chic and well designed. When I saw the box I immediately wanted to see what was inside and to my amazement a very well tailored pair of boxers. Just by the touch alone I felt like I was touching a piece of heaven. The boxers were so soft to the touch. I just could not believe that a pair of boxers could feel so delicate and not be made out of silk. O Boxers are made from a blend of modal/cotton and lycra.

SayWhatNews is very picky about what product we like to endorse so of course we had to put the O Boxers to a week long test to see how well they would do against being worn and washed. Here is the report from freelance reporter Walter L. Brown: “I have worn undergarments for over 40 years, and short of wearing nothing; the Soft Boxer Briefs, by ANALISA AND CYN are just as described below.

OBOXERS

O = OSCAR WINNING, FIT AND FINISH from O Boxers Soft Briefs

B = BEWITCHING, FIT as if a charming spell has been placed on your thigh. Soothing
enchantment.
O = OOPS! I forgot to take them off.
X = XANADU = OPULENCE made from a Blend of Modal/Cotton/Lycra.
E = ELEGANCE, perfect as day wear under garments or night time fun wear.
R = RUSH to buy several additional paira.
S = SOFT, like the soothing caress of a lover’s hands.

I adore these briefs. PLEASE SOMEONE BY ME A DOZEN MORE”.

http://www.oboxers.com

Price range: $20.00 - $25.00

O by ANALISA AND CYN SOFT BOXER BRIEFS
-Boxer Briefs-Soft, supportive and sensual...
-Blend of Modal/Cotton/Lycra for ultimate softness
-Covered elastic waistband
-Lightweight and supportive for the most comfortable feel
-Machine washable.
-Imported. They even have boxers for women.

WALTER LEE BROWN copyright 2008. Used with permission to Oboxers

Hyphen Magazine: The Hybrid Issue

2008-01-04T08:29:00.000-08:00

http://hyphenmagazine.com/

New Brand: O

2007-07-02T18:08:00.000-07:00

reposted from:
http://www.mensunderwearblog.com/2007/07/exclusive-interview-o-boxers.html

I recently had a chance to sit down at the keyboard with Analisa, co-founder of O Boxers, to have a chat with her about her thoughts on men's underwear and her plans for her line. Here's what she had to say...

UB: What exactly prompted you to go into the business of making men's underwear?
O: I am a big fan of underwear. I love the options available to women when it comes to underwear and while I was working at Victoria's Secret in college I kept wondering why men didn't have the option of luxurious underwear that makes them feel sexy. When I was about to graduate from college, Cyn came to me with an idea of producing men's underwear using a fabric called modal. Being so soft and sensual, we blended modal with cotton and Lycra to create the softest, most sophisticated and durable underwear for men.

UB: Why the name 'O'? What exactly does it mean and what do you want it to evoke?
O: We conceptualized it around the shape of a woman's lips when she's in bed with a man. We made in purple and classy looking to be subtle about the concept.

UB: Why men's underwear?
O: Men don't get to pay as much attention to their intimate wear as women do. Good, comfortable underwear helps make women feel confident and sexy. I want to do the same thing for men, they have their fun underwear and their sexy underwear- but it will always be comfortable underwear.

UB: What was your inspiration for this line?
O: Men. I am a big fan of men and when they are confident is when they are the sexiest.

UB: What is your favorite style of underwear for men?
O: Boxer briefs. The way they hug a man is incredibly provocative and I love it.

UB: Do you have plans of expanding into other sorts of men's clothing?
O: We plan to stay a men's undergarment company. We'd like to concentrate on different styles of men's underwear. We're also looking into men's undershirts and lounge wear. That's the furthest we're planning on expanding to for now.

UB: Why black underwear? Why not other colors?
O: We are planning to start manufacturing different colors and designs. We started off with basic black because it is simple, sophisticated and black underwear has always symbolized something sexual.

UB:Why have you opted not to make a brief? Do you plan on making one in the future?
O: We feel that boxer briefs give a nice combination of the coverage of boxers, but the support of a brief. For all the brief guys out there, give it a shot. Boxer briefs are incredibly sexy.

UB:Who do you hope to target with your line of underwear?
O:Our main target is working men between the ages of 25-40. But men in general, because every man needs a good pair of underwear.

UB:Do you plan on doing any photo shoots with models in your underwear?
O:Definitely. Any interested men can shoot an email my way at service@oboxers.com

UB: What are you plans for this line in the future?
O: Expand in colors, designs and styles. I plan to give men the options that are available to women. They can have their everyday boxers along with their special occasion boxers.

UB:Do you have any other comments?
Go ahead and try on a pair!

UB: Why have you opted not to make a brief? Do you plan on making one in the future?
O: We feel that boxer briefs give a nice combination of the coverage of boxers, but the support of a brief. For all the brief guys out there, give it a shot. Boxer briefs are incredibly sexy.

UB: Who do you hope to target with your line of underwear?
O: Our main target is working men between the ages of 25-40. But men in general, because every man needs a good pair of underwear.

UB: Do you plan on doing any photo shoots with models in your underwear?
O: Definitely. Any interested men can shoot an email my way at: service@oboxers.com

UB: What are you plans for this line in the future?
O: Expand in colors, designs and styles. I plan to give men the options that are available to women. They can have their everyday boxers along with their special occasion boxers, all from O!

UB: Do you have any other comments?
O: Go ahead and try on a pair! http://oboxers.com/

I hope you all found this interview enlightening and enjoyable. Let me know your thoughts on this interview and having interview in general on this blog. And be looking for more interviews in the future.

SFist Underwear Giveaway!

2007-06-20T08:15:00.000-07:00

Reposted from: http://sfist.com/2007/06/20/sfist_underwear.php

"I, myself, am a huge fan of underwear," writes local entrepreneur Analisa Shah. "Through research, I have learned that silk is very soft, but not the most comfortable for men." Toss out your silken undies, gentlemen, because there's a new brand of undergarment in town: it's called "O," just like the magazine, only not at all related. And it's made of something that "gives the feeling of wearing silk underwear, but also provides comfort that silk doesn't." Some may call that statement "vague," but we prefer to think of it as "mysterious."

We eagerly asked Analisa, a Sunnyvale native and Berkeley grad, to tell us more. "Analisa," we wrote back, "to the untrained eye, it might appear that O Boxers are no different from the cheaper garments that one could buy at Ross Dress For Less or Lane Bryant. How is the experience of wearing an O Boxer different?"

Her reply: "For the untrained eye, they are just basic black underwear, their sensory feeling is the most important when it comes to wearing O." Ah! Sensory feeling. The very best kind.

Alas, there are no known photographs of anyone wearing O. Oh no! (Maybe that's because the undies aren't available in stores; although we're told that they'll be featured somehow in SF Fashion Week.) But that's where you come in to save the day, readers! We're giving away a pair of undies, but there's conditions attached: once won, the winner must model the fabled undergarments in question, sending us celebratory photo documentation to be posted on SFist as a testament to "the feeling of silk underwear," whatever that means. Attention whores, now's your big chance!

Register below for your chance to win an opportunity to wear a bold new frontier atop your netherbits. Nontraditional model physiques are heartily encouraged -- begged, in fact -- to enter. Deadline is June 25; winners will be announced, pictorially, as soon as possible.