By Blythe Copeland | Tue Oct 13, 2009 15:47
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Buy Green: Men's Underwear
Green your drawers with these five pairs of men's underwear.
Are you a tighty-whitie kind of chap, or more the moisture-wicking athletic boxer shorts guy? When it comes to underwear, men clearly don't have the sheer number of options women have. Choices tend to fall into three not-very-creative categories: boxers, briefs, or boxer briefs. But no need to, er, fly by the seat of your pants: There are plenty of stylish eco-friendly choices for the green guy out there?composed of fibers including bamboo, hemp, cotton, and linen.
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Men's Active Boxer Briefs From Patagonia
Why We Like It: Men?s Active boxer briefs from Patagonia are designed for outdoorsy types: They?re lightweight and comfortable enough to wear under hiking layers and moisture-wicking technology keeps you cool and lets the skivvies dry quickly after being washed.
Eco-Factor: The briefs are made from 54 percent recycled polyester and, if they ever wear out, Patagonia will take them back as part of the Common Threads Recycling Program.
For: The mountain man
Where: Patagonia
How Much: $30
Photo courtesy of Patagonia
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Thermal Sleep Shorts From Toasty Boys
Why We Like It: Toasty Boys thermal sleep shorts do just what they say—keep the boys toasty warm during even the chilliest winter days and nights?yet are still thin enough to wear under jeans.
Eco-Factor: The shorts are made of 100 percent organic cotton, so you don?t need to worry about pesticides?and, who knows? They might just be warm enough to let you turn down your heat this winter.
For: The snow-lover
Where: Christoper Anthony
How Much: $24
Photo courtesy of Bauwerks
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Sport Briefs From Red Dog Sportswear
Why We Like It: Red Dog Sportswear sport briefs are an eco-take on classic tighty-whities, with an "athletic cut" (read: form-fitting shape) that keeps everything contained without leaving awkward lines.
Eco-Factor: The briefs are made of organic cotton and dyed with low-impact, eco-friendly color, while the company supports sustainable farming and Fair Trade practices.
For: The traditionalist
Where: Amazon
How Much: $50 for 3-pack
Photo courtesy of Red Dog Sportswear
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Hemp Boxers From Rawganique
Why We Like It: Rawganique?s hemp boxers are a looser alternative to boxer briefs?the company recommends wearing them as pajamas or "house shorts" instead of just underwear?with a low rise that keeps them hidden under pants.
Eco-Factor: The shorts come in a hemp version as well as an organic linen model and even forgo synthetic elastic in favor of hidden drawstrings?plus each piece is handmade without sweatshops.
For: The socially conscious dude
Where: Rawganique
How Much: $25
Photo courtesy of Rawganique Eco Apparel
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Bambooty Boxers From Footprint
Why We Like It: The classic styling of the Footprint Bambooty Boxers makes them a must-have for any guy; the soft, natural fiber blend is breathable and the button fly means extra comfort.
Eco-Factor: Made from a blend of organic cotton and bamboo, Footprint boxers are assembled under fair practices in Pennsylvania and shipping footprints are offset with CarbonFund.
For: The average Joe
Where: Footprint
How Much: $20
Photo courtesy of Footprint
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