Boxer briefs are a British representation of civilian style in the history of men's underwear, and they are both traditional and functional. It is the loosest sort of men's brief, however when shopping, try to get a slim-fitting version. If a pair of briefs contains too much fabric, it will wrinkle, stick out under your jeans, and appear bulky. Many foreign leaders and a few business moguls enjoy wearing boxer shorts since they believe they don't need to purposefully advertise their appearance and presence. However, as the trend evolved, a new extreme group of buyers formed, such as hip-hop lads and skateboarding teenagers who love to buy boxer shorts and pair them with fat jeans that fall to the crotch.

Tight-fitting boxer briefs emerged in the 1990s as a hybrid of triangle-style briefs and boxer shorts. The boxer briefs hug the thighs and elevate the buttocks to make the physique appear fit. It may keep the hip line smooth after the outer trousers, especially for men who wear thin material outer pants, avoiding the embarrassment of the inner pants strangling the concave hip and displaying the contour. It has been sought after by both the business elite and the white-collar class because it is both pleasant and stable.