Men's briefs

Which style to choose

The differences between styles come down mainly to rise and side width. Briefs with a higher rise sit securely and work better under high-waisted trousers; hipster styles sit lower and expose more of the hip. Wider sides give more support, narrow ones more freedom.

The most common fabric is cotton with added elastane, which gives absorbency and recovery after washing. Microfibre and modal versions are finer and smoother, and they dry faster after training.

Choose your size by waist measurement and check the manufacturer's chart - letter sizes vary between brands more here than in other categories. Wash at 40 degrees, without softener. The collection holds single items and multipacks. Free delivery over PLN 199, 14-day returns.

Multipacks usually repeat the same cut in several colours, so they are the simplest way to replace a whole drawer without checking the size on every item separately.

Briefs are the shortest of the men's underwear styles - no leg, with a higher cut at the thigh. They put the least fabric under your trousers, so they neither ride up nor show under a close-fitting leg, and they are the best choice under thin summer trousers.

This collection holds 103 items, mostly from the Key line, alongside Kappa, Exes and Infiore. The styles differ mainly in rise and front construction: the version with a fly is more convenient, while a smooth front looks better under close-fitting clothing.

Fabric and comfort

Match the composition to the occasion. Cotton with elastane is breathable and comfortable day to day, microfibre is smoother and dries faster, and technical knit suits training. Check the width of the waistband: a wide, covered band does not roll or dig in, while a narrow one can be less stable when you move.

If you are stocking up, check whether the style has flat side seams. Over long periods of sitting it is the seams, not the fabric, that most often cause discomfort, especially in underwear made from heavier cotton with a low elastane content.

How to choose your size

If you prefer a longer leg, have a look at men's boxers, and men's socks are useful to complete the set. Choose your size by waist and hip measurement, checking the size chart - men's sizing can differ between brands by a whole size.