Men's Black Short Boxer Brief with Black and White Striped Waistband

The basic that's anything but basic

Some pieces you never tire of, and the black boxer brief is one of them. This one is by Prowler, the reference London gay brand, and it has everything you expect from a good boxer brief: a deep plain black, a short cut shorty-style that hugs the top of the thighs, a full-coverage back that wraps your butt and an ergonomic pouch that gathers and gives shape.

What sets it apart is its wide elastic waistband striped black and white, mostly white, and the black label stamped with the white Prowler paw in the centre. A sportswear touch that peeks nicely out of your jeans and instantly signs the brand.

The 92% polyester, 8% elastane fabric is soft and stretchy: the boxer brief follows your movements without riding up, sagging or showing lines.

Its strong points

A black that goes with everything. It can be worn under any outfit, never dates and flatters every silhouette.

A waistband that makes the difference. The black and white stripes give character to an understated model. When it peeks out above your trousers, the effect is intentional.

A really effective pouch. It holds and shapes your package, discreetly under trousers, boldly when the trousers come down.

A butt that's shown off. The plain, close-fitting back rounds your butt; black sculpts the volumes.

A well-cut large size. Offered in XXL, it suits sturdy builds with the same sporty look.

What it does for your sex appeal

Black is effortless seduction. No print or cut-out needed: a well-fitted black boxer brief is enough to raise the temperature.

The striped waistband draws the eye to your waist and your V line, then the gaze naturally travels down to the pouch.

The locker-room spirit is here: sportswear stripes, athletic cut, the look of a guy fresh from the gym. A fantasy classic, still just as effective.

And it gives you confidence. The kind of underwear you feel good in, and it shows.

How to wear it

Every day: under jeans, a suit or joggers, it stays discreet and comfortable from morning to night.

At the gym: with a tank top and sports socks, the striped waistband completes the look.

At a club or fetish party: under a harness, the black goes with all your leather, neoprene or latex gear.

In private: understated and sexy, it's the boxer brief you want to slide off slowly.

Choosing your size and putting it on

• This model comes in XXL, which matches French size 5, i.e. a 46 in trousers.
• Close-fitting cut: if you wear a 46, that's your size; the stretch fabric adds a little room.
• Adjust the legs flat on your thighs and settle everything into the pouch.
• Wash it before first use, like any new underwear.

Care: for a black that lasts

• Gentle 30 °C wash in the machine, ideally inside out and in a laundry bag, or by hand.
• No tumble dryer: heat wears out the elastane, and that's what keeps the waistband and pouch holding their shape.
• No fabric softener or bleach: they damage the elastic fibres and dull the colours.
• Air dry, flat or hanging, out of direct sunlight.
• Don't iron the waistband or the paw label.

Technical specifications

FAQ — Your questions, our answers

Q: What does XXL correspond to?

A: French size 5, i.e. a 46 in trousers. The cut stays fitted, as in the other sizes in the range.

Q: Does it show lines under trousers?

A: No. The fabric is thin and supple, the legs stay flat: you forget it's there under jeans or suit trousers.

Q: Are there matching models?

A: Yes, the shop also has the Prowler briefs in black with white piping and in white with black piping, with the same striped waistband.

Q: How do I keep a deep black?

A: Wash it at 30 °C, inside out, with dark colours, without fabric softener or tumble dryer, and dry it out of the sun.