Well, I can't quibble on the comparison; you've got us dead to rights. Granny panties are the conservative, no-nonsense, utilitarian version of panties, much as briefs are a standard, keep-your-eggs-in-the-basket, practical undergarment for men.
I think the conclusion we can draw is that, for different reasons, these two groups have arrived at the same conclusion: screw it, I just want to get the job done and not think about this anymore. What kind of container your bits ride around in is just less of a pressing issue for a dude.
Let's face facts. Judiciously worn (or selectively revealed) underwear is a huge part of a woman's flirt arsenal. The fanciest we get is some heart boxers on Valentine's Day. In fact, if a guy goes too sexy with his undies, it may point to relationship issues far deeper than the classic boxers vs. briefs vs. liederhosen debate.
For me, the appeal of boxers over briefs is that they cut into my inner thighs less when I run (which is never). That's it. If the briefs came with a free pack of gum, I could be pursuaded to switch.
While plenty of guys are hardcore boxers or briefs fans, I don't think any can claim to put as much thought into their underwear as the average woman, or granny for that matter. And in this blogger's opinion, that's just dandy. My attempts at fancy underwear would likely be misguided or hyperflammable.
Seems to me that boxers provide zero containment power over unwanted erections, while briefs can help a lot. As a guy who values not looking like a rapist, that is an important factor to me.
The deciding factor for me was how often boxers twist and ride and chafe, especially if you're somewhat active. I went with the option that didn't remind me i was wearing them every half hour or so.
Ehhh, I find briefs to be a bit creepy on men. It's rather Peter-Pan-ish. I'm like, you're a grown up. You get to wear boxers or boxer briefs (unless they're European, because European men can wear whatever). My ex boyfriend wore them every once in a while as a joke and would strut around like "don't you think I'm sexy wearing these while I brush my teeth", but it was definitely understood as a joke. Honestly, I might laugh if I actually undressed a guy and he was actually wearing them. I don't know what older older men do though. I'm 21 so I guess that can be taken into consideration since I haven't dated anyone older than 28.
The obvious solution is boxer-briefs, which are sexy as hell.
Agreed! Boxerbriefs are so hot! Instant turn-on!
I would rather see guys in briefs than wearing my underwear, or worse, something he ordered for himself from Victoria's Secret. If he's wearing underwear (and hopefully he is), he should be wearing something made for a dude.
One word....
COMMANDO.
Nothing sexier than unwrapping your present and finding the toy immediately.