Calvin Klein Mens Cotton Multipack Briefs

The classic has been remade and some changes are more noticeable than others. The look appears largely unchanged from a distance although – in reality – the cotton is cheaper and thinner, the logo detailing much flatter and accurately representative of the CK logo, and the fit/sizing is totally different/confusing. Im a 32 waist but, since working out more regularly, I began needing the 34 size in the previous generation of this product. Now, according to the S-XL sizing for this generation of CK briefs, I should wear a medium (32-34). But going with that size makes these go from tighty whities to low-rise extra-tighty whities. After a few washes and using the gentlest of cycles, these briefs become much tighter fitting, reducing the rise slightly and the crotch size greatly. Its too snug and low for the cut being sold. And thats coming from a fan of hip briefs and other cuts. Not about modesty, just accuracy. And - btw - if you get the low-rise version of these briefs in your supposed size expect some major plumbers crack and minimal coverage up front. But, order a size up and what happens? They pretty much fit just like youd expect! Theyll appear large, but lo and behold, after just a few wash and dry cycles they shrink and fit way better than the appropriate size. I cant say I like having to buy a size larger, but when you want to keep wearing this style of CK briefs, youve got to change with the times in more ways than one. The large (36-38) fits me like Id assume a size 35 in the previous generation would (if that were a size offered). They feel slightly larger than my 34 ones but definitely not a 36. And that difference continues to shrink as these briefs seemingly do with each wash and dry. Perhaps if you were definitively on the lower end of the range for a size they would fit okay. But if you are on the middle or upper end of a size (or have average or above assets in either the front or back, youll want to definitely consider sizing up). Side note: love the colors these come in now :)

Fits very comfortably around the legs, but the elastic around the waist is a bit too loose, compared to Munsingwear (which is the other brand I bought), and even compared to Calving Kleins of years ago. And Elastic is important for a secure feeling on an active day.

Not very comfortable because the waists are a little too low cut.

Great value for the money and fit.

Ive purchased several times, seems they are always in high demand. I recommend them.

When the world has gone to tagkess underwear why has Calvin Klein gone to FOUR TAGS right in the back there?

Great quality and thick cotton. Runs somewhat small like many items these days when it comes to clothing and footwear. I am a 36 waist and ordered Large but they are snug and fit just right. After a wash is they shrink they will be a Medium size at best. So be aware.

need larger size

My husband wears a waist 38 in underwear but these now only come in small, Medium, Large, XL. The Large is supposed to handle 36 to 38 but is clearly a 36. Its at least 2 inches smaller compared to the others he owns (38). Unfortunately the XL is 40-42 which is going to be too big.

Still disappointed that Calvin Klein discontinued the U1000 line, but while this brief is not quite as substantial (feels thinner and the waist ban is not as thick) it seems to be an acceptable replacement. At least there are four in a pack for about the same price as the three that came with the U1000s. These might run bit smaller since there do not come in specific sizes but general groups (medium, large, etc.). I will stick with these instead of looking for another replacement for the earlier model from CK.