Jonny Tieu at Regimens Life/Style Supplies for Men in the West Village was cool enough to share a guide for what to look for in men's underwear.

1. What's the occasions?
Why are you purchasing new underwear? For pleasure, comfort, style, the gym, or all of the above .

2. What fits me best?
Briefs - standard, sport, or bikini?
Boxer Briefs - short trunk or longer, bike boxer briefs?
Boxers - short or long?
Do I show panty line?

3. Lowrise vs.standard rise?
Lowrise underwear has become much more popular to coexist with lowrise pants.

4. Do I need the extra push in my profile?
Contoured pouches & other "enhancers" (i.e., trophy shelf, thruster, or built-in ring) are now available to add dimension to your profile.

5. Which fabrics feels good against my skin?
Cotton, Cotton Blend (i.e., cotton/spandex for a better fit), Micromodal Cotton (a highly engineered woodchip cotton), Microfiber (great for the gym), Lycra, Rayon from Bamboo (yes, real bamboo, it is antibacterial and sweat resistant...naturally).

6. Don't by shy.
Try on a fresh pair. You never know when you're going to have to show your underwear.