Men's Clothing
Underwear, socks, t-shirts, dress shirts, and activewear
โHow We Evaluated This Category
โWhat to Look For
- โขFabric weight in GSM (grams per square meter) - higher = more durable
- โขMaterial certifications (GOTS for organic, OEKO-TEX for non-toxic)
- โขMade in USA/Europe usually indicates better labor standards
- โขLifetime warranties (Darn Tough, Feetures) - brands confident in durability
- โขSingle-needle construction and high stitch counts (18+ SPI)
- โขMerino wool content percentage for performance fabrics
โRed Flags to Avoid
- โขVague 'premium cotton' claims without origin or certification
- โขNo manufacturing location disclosed
- โขSynthetic blends marketed as 'natural' or 'breathable'
- โขBrands with no warranty or poor exchange policies
- โขCheap elastic that stretches out after washes
- โข'Anti-odor' coatings that wash off vs built into fabric
๐Our Methodology
Products evaluated on material quality and sourcing, independent durability testing, manufacturing transparency and ethics, price-per-wear value over time, and real user reviews on longevity. Prioritized brands with lifetime warranties, ethical certifications, and traceable supply chains.
๐ Key Certifications to Know
underwear(12)

Unbound Merino
Merino Wool Boxer Briefs
Superfine 18.5 micron merino (non-itchy), 180g/m2 fabric weight. Fastest drying among merino competitors. Travel-focused design means 2-3 pairs for any trip length.

Darn Tough
Merino Wool Boxer Briefs
Vermont-made with unconditional lifetime warranty. Same quality standards as their legendary socks. Premium merino construction.

Ridge Merino
Merino Wool Boxer Briefs
Proprietary (m)Force nylon core-spun technology wraps merino around nylon filament for enhanced durability. Best value in the merino category.

CDLP
Lyocell Boxer Briefs
Swedish luxury brand using Tencel Lyocell from eucalyptus. European manufacturing (Portugal/Italy). Blockchain supply chain traceability.

Smartwool
Merino Boxer Brief
87% merino wool with 13% recycled nylon blend. Lifetime warranty from established outdoor brand. Excellent temperature regulation for all-season wear.

Saxx
Vibe Super Soft Boxer Brief
Patented BallPark Pouch with mesh panels creates anatomical separation and support. Bestselling model. Lightweight breathable viscose fabric.

ExOfficio
Give-N-Go 2.0 Sport Mesh Boxer Brief
Travel underwear pioneer. 4x more breathable, 50% more wicking, 25% faster drying than original. Nylon construction won't pill like polyester.

Pact
Everyday Boxer Brief
Best value for certified organic + Fair Trade. GOTS certified, Fair Trade USA factory. Uses 81% less water, 62% less energy than conventional cotton.

Pair of Thieves
SuperFit Boxer Briefs
Best value for performance underwear. Basketball-jersey mesh material. 4.8/5 stars on Walmart (7,469 ratings).

Mack Weldon
AIRKNITx Boxer Brief
Dual-texture construction with mesh ventilation panels. Men's Health Editor's Choice winner. 18-Hour Jersey fabric with silver antimicrobial treatment.
Allbirds
Trino Boxer Brief
65% Tencel lyocell and 28% merino wool hybrid - combines best of both materials. Carbon footprint labeled on product (4.6 kg CO2e).

Tommy John
Second Skin Boxer Brief
90% micro modal fabric is exceptionally soft. Quick-dry waistband. Contour pouch design. Popular brand with widespread retail availability.
socks(11)

Darn Tough
Hiker Micro Crew Cushion
Industry-leading unconditional lifetime warranty. Vermont-made with 40+ years manufacturing expertise. Supplies tactical models to US Army and Marines.

Feetures
Elite Light Cushion No Show Tab
America's #1 running sock. Anatomical left/right design prevents blisters. Targeted compression reduces foot fatigue. Lifetime guarantee.

Farm to Feet
Damascus Lightweight Crew
100% American supply chain - wool sourced from US farms, processed and manufactured in North Carolina. 51% merino wool content.

Balega
Silver No Show
Drynamix moisture management technology. Named Outside Gear Lab Best Overall Running Sock 2025. Deep heel pocket prevents slipping.

Balega
Blister Resist Quarter
Dual wool blend specifically designed for blister prevention on trails. Mohair and merino combination for durability and softness.

Boardroom Socks
Merino Wool Dress Socks
67% merino wool dress sock. Made in USA (North Carolina). Specifically designed for business/formal wear with over-the-calf option.

Wigwam
Merino Comfort Hiker
60% merino wool with lifetime warranty. 120-year heritage brand (since 1905). Made in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Bombas
Merino Wool Calf Socks
Proprietary honeycomb arch support system. Seamless toe prevents chafing. Y-stitched heel. 1:1 donation model (100M+ items donated).

Smartwool
Hike Classic Light Cushion Crew
Excellent temperature regulation for variable conditions. Natural odor resistance allows multi-day wear. Targeted cushioning in heel and ball.

People Socks
Merino Wool Crew Socks 4-Pack
Best budget merino option at $9.25/pair in 4-pack. 71% merino wool content - higher than many premium brands. Made in USA.

REI Co-op
Merino Wool Lightweight Crew
79% merino wool - highest in REI lineup. Climate Label certified with carbon footprint disclosed. Member dividend eligible.
t shirts(11)

Buck Mason
Pima Classic Tee
100% USA-grown Supima cotton. Milled and sewn in Pennsylvania. Enzyme-softened for lived-in feel. Curved hem flatters torso.

Lady White Co.
Our T-Shirt
100% North Carolina cotton. Knit, cut, and sewn in Los Angeles. Tubular construction (no side seams). Sanforized and pre-shrunk.

Asket
The T-Shirt
100% organic long-staple Egyptian cotton. Full supply chain transparency with CO2 impact tracking (1.9kg). Permanent collection (no seasons).

Cuts
AO Curve-Hem Tee
Proprietary PYCA Pro fabric is wrinkle-resistant and maintains shape. Made in Los Angeles. Curve-hem design for modern untucked look.

Reigning Champ
Midweight Jersey T-Shirt
Made in Canada with premium midweight cotton. Flatlock seams prevent chafing. Athletic heritage brand trusted by professional teams.

Pistol Lake
Eudae Henley
Made in USA (Los Angeles). Proprietary Eudae fabric with moisture-wicking and anti-odor properties. Crowdfunded origins with loyal community.

3sixteen
Heavyweight Plain T-Shirt
260 GSM heavyweight cotton. Tubular knit construction (no side seams). Custom-developed fabric in collaboration with American mills.

Sunspel
Classic T-Shirt
British-made with proprietary Q82 fabric (since 1860). Worn by Daniel Craig as James Bond. 165-year heritage in cotton manufacturing.

Uniqlo
U Crew Neck T-Shirt
Best value heavyweight tee. Designed by Christophe Lemaire at Paris R&D Center. Thick neckline holds up. Gets better with wear.

Pact
Softspun Crew Neck Tee
Triple-certified sustainable. GOTS organic, Fair Trade factory, carbon neutral. Uses 81% less water, 62% less energy than conventional cotton.

Everlane
Essential Organic Crew
OCS (Organic Content Standard) certified organic cotton. Transparent pricing model shows true cost breakdown. Excellent value for certified organic.
dress shirts(11)

Proper Cloth
Custom White Twill Dress Shirt
True made-to-measure at sub-$150 pricing. Perfect Fit Guarantee with free remakes. 334+ fabric options from Albini, Thomas Mason mills.

Mizzen+Main
Leeward Dress Shirt
Best-in-class wrinkle resistance (survives 2 days crumpled in a bag). 4-way stretch feels like athletic wear. Machine washable.

Spier & Mackay
White Poplin Dress Shirt
Best value in menswear. Egyptian cotton, single-needle construction, river shell buttons. Often on sale for $19-39.

Kamakura Shirts
Vintage Ivy Button Down Oxford
Made in Japan with 22 stitches per inch (industry-leading). Unfused collars. Mother of pearl buttons. Legendary collar roll.

Ledbury
Royal Oxford Dress Shirt
Italian fabric from premium mills. Polish manufacturing (known for shirting expertise). Unfused/floating collar construction for natural roll.

Suitsupply
Egyptian Cotton Traveller Shirt
Thomas Mason fabrics (premium Italian mill). 23 stitches per inch (above industry standard). Travel-friendly wrinkle resistance.

Todd Snyder
Slim Fit Poplin Dress Shirt
Made in USA (New York). Italian fabrics from premium mills. Designer-quality construction with American manufacturing.

Ratio Clothing
Custom Oxford Dress Shirt
Made in USA (Denver, Colorado). True custom sizing with 90% first-fit accuracy rate. Premium fabrics at sub-$150 pricing.

Eton
Signature Tuxedo Shirt
Swedish heritage brand since 1928. Premium formal/black-tie construction. Mother of pearl buttons and hand-finished details.

Bonobos
Jetsetter Stretch Dress Shirt
4 distinct fit options (Slim, Tailored, Standard, Athletic). Portuguese mill fabrics. Wrinkle-resistant with stretch for comfort.

UNTUCKit
Wrinkle-Free Dress Shirt
Specifically designed for untucked wear - optimal shirt length without alterations. Wrinkle-resistant fabric for low-maintenance care.
activewear(11)

Ten Thousand
Foundation Short
Purpose-built for strength training with abrasion-resistant double-weave fabric tested for repeated barbell contact. Silver ion anti-odor finish.

Vuori
Kore Short
46% Recycled Polyester with COOLMAX boxer-brief liner. Climate Neutral certified. 4-way stretch with flat seam construction.

Patagonia
Baggies Shorts
100% post-consumer recycled nylon from fishing nets. Fair Trade Certified. Quick-dry (16 min - fastest in category). Practically indestructible.
Lululemon
License to Train Short
Dual-fabric construction with abrasion-resistant front panels for barbell work. Tested by Olympic weightlifters. 10+ year lifespan reported.

Rhone
Pursuit Short
GOLDFUSION anti-odor technology (gold-infused fabric). AeroFlex fabric for 4-way stretch. Designed with input from professional athletes.

Path Projects
Sykes PX Short
Toray PrimeFlex fabric (Japanese technical textile). Bluesign certified sustainable manufacturing. Designed by ultrarunners for ultrarunners.

Janji
AFO Middle Short Ultra
88% recycled polyester construction. 2% of all sales donated to clean water initiatives globally. B-Corp certified.

Tracksmith
Session Short
Italian Veloce fabric (developed specifically for Tracksmith). Polygiene anti-odor liner. Heritage running brand focused on quality over trends.
Lululemon
Metal Vent Tech Shirt
Seamless construction eliminates chafing during high-intensity training. Silverescent anti-stink technology. Premium quality with free repairs/replacements.

prAna
Stretch Zion Pant
UPF 50+ sun protection. Designed for climbing and hiking with articulated knees. B-Corp certified. Roll-up leg snaps for versatility.
Under Armour
HeatGear Compression Shirt
Best value compression shirt on market. 4-way stretch construction. HeatGear fabric wicks sweat and dries fast. Trusted by professional athletes.