Men's Underwear Takes The Plunge- Boxers, Briefs or Neither?

For many years, the domain of men's underwear has remained firmly divided into two camps: briefs and boxers. However, over the last few decades, the variety and trends in men's underwear have evolved significantly - so much that owning fashionable underwear has become as important to many men as owning trendy outer garments!

The revolution in men's underwear began in the 1950s, when underwear manufacturers began printing patterned and coloured undergarments. After years of simple, white underclothing, men were finally presented with more varied choices when it came to their underwear. However, the injection of "sex appeal" as one of the main selling points of underwear only really began in the 1970s and 1980s. The launch of 'designer' underwear, including Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger and Jockey, sealed the status of underwear as essentially a garment to treat with pride once and for all.

In fact, the status of underwear became increasingly exotic with the production of a series of adverts in the 1980s and early 1990s. Mark Wahlberg, for instance, embraced his success as an underwear model for Calvin Klein to launch his ensuing career as a hip-hop star and all-round Hollywood hotshot. Similarly, the classic 1985 Levis commercial - in which model Nick Kamen stripped to his underpants in a Laundromat to the sound of Marvin Gaye's 'I Heard It Through The Grapevine' - is often credited with making boxers fashionable once again.

Today's modern objectification of mens underwear has led to a number of fads. For instance, in the late 1980s, hip hop stars pioneered the image of wearing jeans and shorts very low on the waist, in order to expose their underwear. The trend has lasted the test of time and is now popular with a wide variety of men, from hip-hop icons to indie rock stars.

Popular trends of the 'Noughties' have also inspired new underwear trends; bright patterns and bold colors adorn many of the briefs and boxers of 2007, inspired by a range of modern indie and rave movements. Gone are the days when black, grey or white boxers or briefs were all men had to choose from in underwear departments - various men's clothing retailers now sell men's underwear in a range of colors, patterns and stripes. What's more, 2007 has seen the Y-front return to the forefront of many retailer's underwear lines. So whether you're hankering after a pair of fire-red briefs, or you're keen to find yourself a pair of 1980s retro print Y-fronts, you're sure to discover the men's underwear that's perfect for you. So ditch those tighty-whities and embrace a new style of colorful drawers today!

Andrew Regan is a freelance online journalist who travels extensively.

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Motorcycle Leather Jackets and the Various Types of Leather

Before shopping for a leather jacket, just like most people, you'd also probably search the internet for tips on how to buy the right motorcycle jacket. And you'll be amazed at how with one click, you'll get flooded with thousand of articles that talk about buying tips for motorcycle jackets.

This article will not focus on telling you to get a jacket that's comfortable, that fits right, or that is made of durable material or genuine leather. Instead, this article seeks to equip you with the knowledge about the different types of leather so that you can make an informed decision the next time you go out and shop for a motorcycle leather jacket or for any other type of leather jacket and that you don't get fooled by fake leather posing as authentic.

The first type of leather we often see is the Goatskin. This kind of leather is a good all-around leather. You can use this leather to wear as a dressy or casual jacket. It is also good to wear it as a working jacket because it is durable enough. In fact, many military jackets are made from this type of leather. Also, it is lighter in weight compared to cowhide leather and has a nice feel of pebble grain on its texture.

Another type of leather is lambskin which is one of the softest kinds of leather. However it has less tear resistance compared with goatskin, cowhide or horsehide and are often used for fashion leather jackets. If you want to have a spare leather jacket that you can use in social gatherings, one that looks good but need not be too tough because you'll just be merry-making, the lambskin is the way to go.

The cowhide leather meanwhile is popular for being a very tough type of leather. Most motorcycle jackets are made from cowhide and it's no wonder why. It is very strong and heavy and can really protect a rider from abrasion in case of crashes. But it's also supple and comfortable to wear. When looking for a motorcycle jacket, it is a good idea to examine the leather carefully to check its sturdiness. Better yet, rely on brands that guarantee authentic cowhide leather.

The sheepskin is also a popular type of leather jackets that are also strong and are known to be able to keep the wearer warm at high or low altitude. While the horsehide is the jacket to go if you prefer some rugged durability. It weighs a little heavier than goatskin but it's also good to go as a jacket you can wear anytime.

There are many types of leather. Some are known to be strong and tough, others are flexible, others are soft. By knowing which leather is which, it will be easier for you to know which leather to look for when shopping for motorcycle jackets or any other type of clothing.

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