We’ve all been there. You’re packing for a 3 day weekend away, and somehow you’re staring at an open suitcase with 14 pairs of underwear "just in case." Or worse, you play it way too cool, pack two pairs, and end up doing a desperate, sketchy sink wash in your hotel bathroom on night two.
Getting your base layer right is non-negotiable. Here is the ultimate, no-BS guide on how to pack your underwear drawer for any trip, without wasting bag space or running out of fresh gear.
The Golden Formula: Days + 2
The age-old rule for standard trips is simple: Number of Days + 2 Extra Pairs. If you’re going away for a 4-day weekend, you bring 6 pairs. Life happens; post-gym showers, high humidity, spilled drinks, or night out plans that suddenly turn into 6 AM sunrise sessions.
Having a backup pair waiting in your duffel is a lifesaver. Instead of stuffing individual pairs into your bag, throw in a Box Menswear 3-Pack Bundle so you have your core essentials covered in one move.
On Heat
Hotter countries operate on a completely different set of physics. THE HEAT! If you’re prone to be more sweaty than others, you need two pairs per day, and you’ll be thanking me.
Wear a breathable, 100% cotton-stretch pair during the day while you're out walking about. When you head back to change into your evening fit, swap into a fresh, supportive brief. For long days in the sun, gear up with Box Menswear OG Classic Boxers. The signature wide waistband holds up all day while preventing chafing in heavy crowds.
Know Your Fabrics
Please, we beg you. Stop wearing wet swim trunks into the evening, and stop wearing regular cotton briefs into the ocean. Standard cotton absorbs water, stays heavy, and causes major friction. Keep your beach fits fast-drying, and reserve your soft stretch pairs strictly for dry land.
Swap out old shorts for the Box Menswear Swimwear Collection engineered to dry in minutes so you can go straight from the sunbed to the bar.
The Post Night Out Recovery Fit
Packing isn't just about what's underneath your jorts; it's about what you're lounging in once the door closes. If you like full coverage for early morning coffee runs, throw in a pair of our soft-touch lounge leggings. Prefer less fabric on your legs while chilling at the Airbnb or unwinding after a long flight? Our silky seamless lounge shorts have got you covered.
Check out Box Menswear Loungewear to stay comfortable and put-together even on your low key recovery days.
The Mirror Test
Every trip needs that one pair. The secret weapon in your suitcase. Whether it’s for a private moment after the night out or just looking 10/10 in the bathroom mirror before putting your shirt on, you need a pair that makes you feel instantly confident.
I suggest either showing off your gains with a fresh pair of Box Menswear Piping Briefs, cut specifically to accentuate your waistline and thighs, or our Glide Briefs, which are a clean, simple pop of colour underwear.
Suitcase Sorted, Package Secured
Don't let stretched-out, faded waistbands ruin a fresh holiday wardrobe. Before you zip up your duffel and head for the airport, clear out the worn-out pairs in your drawer and stock up on fresh essentials. Pack right, look hot, and enjoy the trip!