With years of underwear expertise, British label Sunspel knows a thing or two about keeping guys comfortable. These boxer shorts are proof, using a premium poplin cotton fabric that’s lighter and softer than the usual stuff. They’re nice and baggy, and the versatile light blue makes them excellent for lounging around (the food delivery guy might not even realize you’re in your underwear). Made for guys who want to beat the heat. This pair is equipped with our exclusive cooling technology and features strategically placed mesh panels to increase airflow in high heat zones. Whether it’s day hikes through Death Valley or lively summer bike rides, DropTemp™ Cooling Mesh will keep you cool. Hanro specializes in luxury underwear and loungewear. Good examples from its lineup include pieces like these boxer shorts, flexing a high-end cotton construction and a geometric pattern that’s so stylish we almost wish these were swim trunks. They’re great as underwear, but we think they really shine as go-to summer lounge shorts around the house.

The difference between boxers, boxer briefs and briefs can get confusing. To clarify, boxers are loose-fitting underwear that hit the mid-upper thigh. Boxer briefs are their hybrid, tighter-fitting brother, while briefs are tight and show most of the thigh. The Benefits of Boxers So what kind of synthetics are we talking? Apparel composed of a blend of polyester, nylon, or spandex (maybe with a little modal fabric or MicroModal fabric also in the mix, which is created from beech trees) are all effective at keeping moisture at bay. Merino wool is also a solid option. For some reason, boxers usually sport more interesting, fun and stylish patterns than their tighter-fitting cousins. Take these Polo boxers: they’re outfitted with an all-over pattern of Polo’s iconic pony logo. But, thanks to a high-quality cotton weave construction, they’ve got comfort as well as class. The boxers are ideally suited to warmer conditions where staying cool is vital. These boxers have a close fit and use recycled synthetic fabric with flat seams. These are arguably the most technical boxers in the range with fabric that has exceptional ventilation which includes a vent down the rear to help with temperature regulation and moisture management. But all of the briefs we looked at meet the minimum in all these things, so you can’t go wrong with any of them!If you want to give your downstairs the red carpet treatment, outfit yourself with these boxers from Tom Ford. Like everything else from the famous designer, the boxers are as well-designed as menswear gets with stretch-silk material and a velvet-trimmed waistband. They’re the tuxedo of underwear, and while we’re still working from home, they’re more tempting than ever. One reviewer wrote: “I went on a 10 day elk hunt in Colorado and used these underwear while hiking miles each day. I’m a bigger guy and no stranger to a chafe from cheap underwear. These kept me warm, dry, didn’t sag, and no chafing issues at all. Best underwear for getting out and exploring!” Their waistbands are either traditional elastic, or some other lighter, newer material. But the most important thing is that the waistbands are stable and roll-resistant. They all have seams that are sown in a way that reduces rub between skin and underwear as much as possible.

Designed to beat the heat, these boxers come equipped with exclusive DropTemp technology. Whether you’re hiking, biking or working out at home, this pair boosts your body’s natural cooling capacity. These fabrics are ideal in exercise clothes, as they can keep you more dry and comfortable during workouts than traditional materials. Once you’ve made the change from regular to high-quality underwear in hot weather, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner. And men cursed by hot climates will be able to walk around freely and comfortably.