Too bad for underneath: Boxer shorts are the best summer pants
Nothing to wear again? I would pull open the linen drawer. And I mean his. After boyfriend jeans and dad sneakers, airy boxer shorts are a completely underrated keypiece for the summer. For all skeptics, here are three styling tips to go with them.
Yes, the boxer shorts is actually called boxer shorts because it found its origin in the ring between punches, chin hooks and knockouts. However, at first one(s) did not fight in breezy short pants with elastic waistband, but in rather tight-fitting models that were held in place with a wide leather belt. It wasn't until 1925 that Jacob Golomb, founder of the legendary fitness brand Everlast, came up with the idea of replacing the heavy, rigid leather with flexible rubber to provide more comfort and freedom of movement.
Comfort and freedom of movement? I'm with you on that one. In fact, you could argue those are the exact criteria I use to pull pieces from my closet to put together into an outfit. So it plays into my cards that boxers are now considered not just a roomy bottom for him, but a cool top for everyone. Yep, after the men's underwear department turned into a hotspot for female shorts fans last summer, all brands are ready for the onslaught this summer. Comme Si, Yaitte, The Frankie Shop, Lamarel - they all now have shorts in their regular assortment that look hard like underpants.
3 Hot tips for the hot panties
The fact is, you're wearing boxer shorts. After all, that's the whole point. Still, to make sure it doesn't look like you just rolled out of bed, there are at least three hacks that will make your underpants the coolest puzzle piece of the whole look.
1. blazers work wonders [[image:64643945 "Instagram @mariakragmann"]] They're the ace of any closet: blazers. No matter how simple or sporty your outfit may be, throw a blazer over your shoulders and you're instantly dressed cool and (visually) ready for anything. Of course, the same goes for pairing it with boxer shorts. Pair the shorts with a quality tank top or oversized shirt and your favorite blazer, voilà ready is the serious underpants look that no one will question.
2. sets are the key to happiness[[image:64643943 "Instagram @greceghanem"]] Next to dresses, sets are the surest way to a fuss-free and stylish summer. The best part? You don't have to think twice. Shag the two-piece out of your closet, slip it in, and you're done. If your shorts are part of a set like this, you're guaranteed to avoid any dull underwear associations.
3. bright colors are misleading[[image:64643942 "Instagram @giuliarosatelli__ph"]] When it comes to underwear, most people think of black, white, light blue or other soft colors. But if you counter it with bold tones and bold patterns, you can turn the misappropriated underwear into a really stylish keypiece in no time.
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