How Do You Know Your Size in Boxer Briefs for Men?

If you are making the switch to boxer briefs, be sure you get the sizing right. Wearing the appropriate size of boxer briefs is imperative for your comfort. Take some simple steps to find out which size to purchase.

Material

Boxer briefs are the same length as boxers but are tight-fitting like briefs. This crossover undergarment may be sized differently from the underwear are used to wearing. Keep in mind that boxer briefs are made out of cotton, or cotton blends with polyester or spandex, and are meant to be stretchy.

Size Chart

Boxer brief packages have size charts -- in waist measurements -- on the back to help you identify your size. To get a current measurement of your waist dimensions, wrap a sewing tape measure around your waist and note the number. Look for the number on the size chart, which will tell you what size boxer briefs to purchase. For instance, 28- to 30-inch waists fit into size small boxer briefs.

Considerations

If your waist dimensions falls between two sizes, select the larger size to be on the safe side. Most larger boxer briefs can be shrunk in the wash to a more appropriate fit, but smaller sizes will likely be even more uncomfortable as a result of the shrinkage.

References

• Hanes.com: Men's Briefs and Boxer Briefs