Christian López Florez is a mens physique national champion and personal trainer who lives in the coffee axis region (Quindío Department, eje cafetero) of Colombia in South America.
His primary language is Spanish, although some of his social media posts are in English. The reader can use the application, DeepL, to translate his posts.
We’ve all been there. A huge pile of laundry, no time to wash them, and suddenly, you realize that your underwear drawer is looking a bit empty. It’s an all-too-common scenario, and the solution is simple: head to the nearest department store and buy some new underwear.
Recently, I found myself in this situation and decided to visit Macy’s, a department store that is nearest to my apartment, to buy some t-shirts and some boxer-briefs. Typically, I shop online. However, at that point, time was of the essence. I went to the men’s underwear department, looking for t-shirts and boxers.
I went intending to find black Calvin Klein boxer briefs and a set of 3 t-shirts and get out of the store. At Macy´s, I did not see Calvin Klein boxer briefs. I saw Tommy Hilfiger and Nike.
I did not see any styles of Tommy Hilfiger that I liked. So, I decided to go with the Nike brand. Why? In doing my stories for this blog, I noticed many influencers wearing Nike boxers and trunks in their social media posts. I was curious to try it.
Ricardo O. by Photographer Aldo Vazquez. Ricardo wears Nike boxer briefs.
Comfortable and Durable Boxer Briefs from Nike
There were many styles in the Nike section-boxers, boxer briefs, trunks, briefs. I found a three pack of trunks, Dri-FIT Essential Micro, in the colors black, blue, and grey. The fabric composition is 92 percent reprocessed polyester and 8 percent elastane. The fabric has a soft, silky feel. The fabric is typical for workout underwear.
In addition to the comfort and durability, I was also drawn to the sleek design of these boxer briefs. They are simple, yet stylish, and come in a range of colors to suit any taste. I chose black, blue, and gray. The cost was US$45.
Completing the Look with T-Shirts from Tommy Hilfiger and Hanes
Having settled on the trunks, I turned my attention to finding some new t-shirts. I was looking for a variety of styles and brands. I found t-shirts from both Tommy Hilfiger and Hanes, two large, well-known men’s clothing brands. In fact, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein belong to the same corporate owner, PVH Corporation. I guess that is why I could not find both at Macy’s.
I noticed that there was a five pack in the box, so I picked that one (US$69.50).
Needing some t-shirts to replace some old ones, I picked up a set of five Hanes t-shirts (US$42.00).
Conclusion
In the end, while the prices were a bit higher than I expected, my trip to Macy’s was a success. I was able to find exactly what I was looking for, and I couldn’t be happier with my purchases. The Nike boxer briefs are comfortable, durable, and stylish, and the Tommy Hilfiger and Hanes t-shirts are perfect for everyday wear. If you’re in a similar situation, head to Macy’s and check out their selection of underwear and t-shirts. You won’t regret it!
What are some of your go-to brands for daily wear? Are you on point with your laundry days? Let me know in the comments.
Author’s note: This blog is in English; however, Yayu speaks Spanish. Google Translate is on the right sidebar and can produce a Spanish version. Please let me know if the translation is correct in the comments or in an e-mail.
Introduction
Raúl “Yayu” Esparza, 21 (a Leo), lives in Zacatecas, Mexico. A college student, he studies Physical Culture and Sports. He is also a physique athlete, starting with mens physique and looking to move up to classic physique.
Yayu has participated in physique contests. He is 1.74 meters tall (5 feet 8.5 inches).
Fifth place Mr. México GAMES
First place, mens physique principiante +1.74 Mr Centro Rep
Second place, classic physique principiante Mr. Aguascalientes
In addition to weight training and physique competitions, Yayu has participated in many other sports, such as fútbol or soccer, parkour, boxing, swimming, and basketball.
The Fashionably Male blog published an article about Yayu and his photographer, Chris Femat. In the article, Yayu models clothing by Gus de la Cruz Couture.
Also, the website, GuaposWow (in Spanish) published an article about Yayu, including some of Yayu´s male fitness model photos.
Roger Zacha, a personal trainer from Cyprus, is a physio student in The Netherlands and the model for Walking Jack´s photoshoot for the brand’s Ash Collection.
Roger previously had another photoshoot for Walking Jack’s Bluebird Collection.
The photographer, Louis C., is based in the United Kingdom and Cyprus.
Franco (aka Marco Maxxx) is a male fitness model, MMA athlete (Tae Kwon Do black belt x3 Pan American champion, Brazilian jiu-jitsu blue belt), and content creator. Marco lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Marco is studying to be a lawyer. He is also a father.
Marco’s birth date is 18-May, which makes him a Taurus.
Marco had another interview with Infobae, a Spanish-language publication. His parents are attorneys and his brother is a Roman Catholic priest. Marco will get a law degree.
Es Jueves Santo y no hay un alma en la Ciudad de Buenos Aires. Marco baja a abrir la puerta, sonríe a la distancia y saluda con un abrazo. Tiene 22 años y acaba de llegar de Gualeguaychú, donde nació y donde está a punto de terminar la carrera de Derecho. Es hijo de abogados y es, además, hermano de un sacerdote de la Iglesia Católica. Tiene un jean negro, una remera blanca y una tonada cálida y, a simple vista, podría ser solo eso: una pieza más de un tradicional rompecabezas familiar.
Marco had an interview with News Digitales in Argentina (en Español). The following section asks what his childhood dream was. Marco discusses his participation in martial arts.
ND: – ¿A qué te dedicabas antes y cuál era tu sueño de chico?
MM: – No hablaría del pasado como un “antes” porque nunca dejé de hacer lo que me gusta y elijo. Hago artes marciales desde que tengo siete años, y mi sueño era ser campeón argentino. Lo logré a los 12 años, y luego de eso, cinco veces más. Estuve en la selección cuatro años y logré tres campeonatos panamericanos consecutivos representando a Argentina: en Paraguay 2014, Argentina 2016, y Brasil 2018. Ahora estoy estudiando abogacía, estoy en quinto año. Planeo recibirme el año que viene.
Marco has a whole life pursuing the activities he loves. I wish him well. What is the favorite thing that you learned about Marco? Let me know in the comment section.
Adam Smith New York, a menswear brand based in New York, offers its Saltire Collection. The Scottish Highlands inspires the collection. The brand uses polyester and elastane in the Saltire group for durability and 4-way stretch. There are five styles available:
Model: Ulysses Blaanco. Photographer: Fernando Landin
Fabric Composition
Jason Hoeung, the founder of 2Eros and Supawear, made a YouTube video comparing polyester and polyamide (nylon). Jason states that polyester is suitable for daily wear underwear and workouts. Polyamide is ideal for comfortable underwear.
Feature
Polyester
Polyamide (Nylon)
Durable, lightweight
Yes, smooth feel
Yes, though gentler and softer on the skin than polyester
Water-resistant
Yes
Yes. It absorbs water but dries faster as it is a synthetic material.
Holds color well
Yes
Yes
Easy to wash
Yes, highly stain resistant
Yes. It absorbs moisture, but it is easy to wash stains away.
In comparison, Calvin Klein combined polyester and polyamide in the CK One. (Note: I own some pairs of the boxer briefs.). The fabric composition of the CK One is 58 percent polyamide, 30 percent polyester, and 12 percent elastane. The fit is close to the body and comfortable; the material is light and flexible. The feel of the fabric is smooth. The color is deep blue (Perth Blue).
If you are interested in the fabrics used in making men’s underwear, see a link located in another blog post.
Saltire Collection
Saltire Collection Style
Sizes
Fabric Composition
Bikini
S, M, L, XL
78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane
Briefs
S, M, L, XL
78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane
Boxer briefs
S, M, L, XL
78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane
Combo trunks
S, M, L, XL
78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane
Trunks
S, M, L, XL
78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane
You should be aware that the size range is a bit smaller overall for the Saltire Collection than the other Adam Smith collection.
Size Chart
Photo Shoot: Water Polo Athlete and Model Rodolfo Valentino and Photographer Gavin Harrison
Adam Smith’s photo shoot model is Rodolfo Valentino, a water polo athlete from Italy. Rodolfo lives in the United Kingdom.
Are you looking for a plaid addition to your underwear collection? Give the Saltire Collection a try. If you try the Saltire Collection, drop a comment below and tell us your experience.
Andrei Gutiérrez, 27 (8-March birthday, Pisces), lives in Aguascalientes, Mexico. A college student, he studies mechatronics engineering. Andrei is also a mens physique athlete, intending to earn his professional card.
Author’s note: This blog is in English; however, Andrei speaks Spanish. Google Translate is on the right sidebar and can produce a Spanish version. Please let me know if the Spanish translation is correct in the comments. Also, you can copy and paste text into DeepL.
Andrei does photo shoots with Photographer Chris Femat (doing business as FitBook Photo). Chris and Andrei created great images, some of which have become my favorites.
I wish Andrei well in his engineering studies and mens physique contest career. Any of his photos are your favorite? Do you have any questions for Andrei? Post them in the comments.
With the pandemic, I was fortunate to have a full-time job that I could do from home. My employer is starting to make plans to open to a hybrid arrangement (part of the workweek at home and part of the workweek at the office).
While working from home, I did not have much need for the dress clothes that I wore to the office. I did not do telework in casual clothes, as I found that I could not get into work mode without dressing somewhat more formally than jeans and a t-shirt.
Now that I will return to an office commute (maybe?), I had an interest in refreshing my wardrobe. Perhaps, the reader is in the same position. First, I looked for pants. I tend to wear wool dress pants that I pair with a blazer or sports coat.
It is a neat outfit. However, rain can present a problem—soaking the wool and ruining the crease. This happened to me several times. While I will not give up on wool pants, I was searching for pants that are formal enough for the office and can deal with rain well.
I found a category of pants called men’s tech pants. The pants typically have cotton, some elastane for stretch, and polyester for some water resistance. I found several brands that sell this type of pants. Most are formal for a workday, and a few others have a casual design.
I also added two pants from Mott and Bow for comparison: The Everyday Chino and the Mercer Twill Denim. Both pants have mostly cotton with some elastane for stretch.
I decided to try Mack Weldon’s Maverick Tech Chino. I was familiar with Mack Weldon through previous orders. I decided to try the Maverick Tech Chino because it was like the pants I had worn for work from home days (100 percent cotton). I bought the belt that Mack Weldon recommends for the pants. I wore the pants as some when I received them.
Despite the cotton in the pants, the fabric is a little stiff. (The pants get a little less stiff with wear.) They are comfortable for my sedentary job. While I planned to use the pants for work, I also wore them to the supermarket and the coffee shop.
The pants have been working well for me. I will likely buy another pair.
New pants to suit at-home or in-office wear. Also, they can be used for casual events.
Have any of the stretch chinos discussed interested you? If so, let us know in the comments. If you have any questions about these pants, please send a message or write a comment. I will try to answer it in the blog.
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