Watch 1 Woman Try On Centuries' Worth of Men's Underwear
Think men's underwear is limited to just boxers or briefs? You've got a lot to learn. In a new video for The Scene, one woman takes us through history, from the loincloths of ancient times to the hipster trunks the dudes are sporting now.
While we consider ourselves fashion experts, we were blown away by how many forms exist. We learned details about 11 different types of undergarments, from the cuts and colors that distinguished them from one style to the next to the exclusive group of people who wore them. Read on to watch one lovely model take you through the basics, then scroll for an educational breakdown.
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Ancient Times, Loincloth
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Middle Ages, Braies
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18th Century, Underdrawers
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19th Century, Union Suit
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Late 1800s, Jockstrap
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1920s, Boxer Shorts
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1930s, Jockey Briefs
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1950s, New Fabrics
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1970s, Designer Briefs
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1990s, Boxer Briefs
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