Nothing brings more excitement to the table than the announcement that sales season is finally here! THIS is what you’ve been waiting for – the big discounts on your favourite pieces. It’s time to grab them before they’re gone! But hold up – how do you know if you’re shopping efficiently AND effectively? To avoid disappointment and the hassle of returning items after you’ve received them, we’ve prepared an exclusive guide with insider advice on how to best shop the sales.
5 BEST TIPS FOR SHOPPING THE SALES:
1) Take an inventory of your closet
Before jumping straight into grab-‘n’-go mode, as most guys tend to do, it’s always a good idea to take stock of what you already have. Do you really need another basic t-shirt or pants in the same material, fit and colour as the other 9734538147 existing ones that are collecting dust in your wardrobe? Make a quick list to check what you have, what you no longer wear, what no longer fits, and what really needs to be replaced. For example, worn out underwear, jeans, or socks with holes in them. You’ll avoid compulsive shopping and buyer’s regret knowing you’ve spent your hard-earned money wisely!
*Pro tip: Sell or donate your old clothes to make space in your closet for new items. Instead of just tossing out your old pieces mindlessly, why not give them to the less fortunate or sell them on secondhand websites? Give your pre-loved clothes, shoes, and accessories a second life, and help contribute to saving the environment by avoiding more waste. There’s bound to be someone out there who will enjoy them just as much as you once did, and you’ll feel good bringing a smile to someone’s face.
For certain items too worn, damaged or inappropriate for donation or reselling, reusing or recycling them for other purposes is a great way to to be ecologically friendly as well. Check out our previous article on this for more tips and tricks!
2) Determine what you need
When shopping the sales, it’s easy to get carried away with that shiny new thing on a great discount on a website you discovered 2 seconds ago through an Instagram ad. However, is it something you really need or is it just a trendy piece that will fall out of style by next season? Is it a classic that you know you’ll wear multiple times, or simply a fad you’ll get bored of after one wear? These are all things to take into consideration.
It’s always better to plan ahead to figure out what you’re shopping for, whether it’s for staple pieces that’ll last a long time or pieces to wear for a specific occasion.
3) Search for your favourite pieces online
Once you know what you’re looking for, you can simply go on the internet and do an instant search for the pieces you’d like. Not only will you be able to compare prices and snag the best bargains available, you’ll save lots of time having to go to the store in person to find the right size and colour. You’ll have more peace of mind shopping from the comfort of your home than fighting a random person for that last perfect piece in a messy, crowded shopping center.
To get ahead of the scramble, prepare your online wishlist or shopping basket well in advance. This way you’ll have all your items set, saved and ready to go once the sales start!
4) Purchase online
The key word here is efficiency. Buying online is relatively fast, which means you’ll have more time to spend on more important things. It’s also generally more convenient to browse an online catalog than to sift through racks of clothes in a boutique and then stand in line to try the pieces on.
With the free return and refund policies that most shops offer today, you won’t need to worry at all about getting the wrong size. If the item fits smaller or larger, you know you’ll be able to exchange it later on for the right one. Many e-commerce stores now also offer express or next-day delivery if you’re in a hurry to receive your items.
5) Dare to experiment with new styles
If you’re someone who wears the same style of clothes, shoes and accessories everyday out of habit, now might be a good time to shake things up a bit without breaking the bank. For example, if you catch yourself just wearing boring, plain shirts and pants everyday, why not try a bolder colour or print? What’s underneath counts as well – if your underwear drawer is filled with only standard boxers and simple briefs but you’ve always wanted to get that daring jockstrap or transparent thong, we say GO FOR IT! Ditto for if you’ve always wanted to try shapewear to improve your body shape and posture.
There’s no better time than now to experiment with new things – and to get them at the best prices possible!
CHOOSING THE PERFECT UNDERWEAR AND CLOTHING:
If you’re still unsure about the materials, cuts or styles to pick, here’s a little update on the current trends to keep you looking sharp and fashion forward. You’ll look and feel amazing when you pick pieces that suit your personal tastes, that are comfortable and fit well!
Materials:
The textiles used for men’s clothing and underwear come from 3 main families: natural, artificial or synthetic fibres.
- Natural fibres, of plant origin, are traditionally used for underwear. Cotton, bamboo or linen are among them. They are absorbent and comfortable and are popular choices for underwear, t-shirts and tank tops.
- Artificial fibers are made from chemical treatment of natural materials. They can feel similar to silk. For example, modal, rayon or viscose. These are extremely soft, light and comfortable. Ideal if you are looking for unique comfort and a barely-there feel.
- Synthetic fibers are produced through chemical processing of synthetic materials. The most commonly used ones are nylon, polyamide, polyester and elastane – which is also known as Lycra and Spandex. These are materials that give clothing elasticity, flexibility and resistance. They are best suited for swimsuits, body-hugging underwear, sportswear and casualwear.
It may seem trivial, but choosing the right material is important, especially when buying over the internet. This helps to give an idea of how the product will feel and fit when worn. Try them out and make a mental note of the ones that suit you best. Feeling good in these clothes is essential and once you have chosen your favorite material, it will be very easy to make your purchases. For additional information, you can also refer to the material guide on inderwear.com.
Style/Cut:
– Underwear
BOXER: Timeless, trendy and manly, the boxer provides both excellent comfort and optimum support. Coming in various cuts from fitted to relaxed, it covers the upper thighs and is a great choice for sports activities and for daily wear. Available in longer or shorter versions like trunks, it comes in an infinite variety of colours, patterns and prints.
BRIEFS: Long passed over for boxers, briefs have made a comeback on the front of the stage with increasingly sophisticated designs, patterns and colors. Fitted and comfortable, men’s briefs are now a sexy way to show off and emphasize your silhouette.
THONG: The men’s thong is the ultimate sexy underwear. Often designed for women, the thong for men is becoming more popular and is finding its place more and more on the shelves of men’s lingerie. The thong is both daring and discreet, giving a barely-there feel. It exists in different cuts such as the bikini thong, the G-string, the tanga or the mini-thong.
JOCKSTRAP: This is an original and sexy men’s underwear originally from American football. Made up of a waistband, a frontal pouch and two elastic bands that lift the butt, it is very practical and comfortable for playing sports. It is also part of the sexy range of men’s lingerie as it reveals completely bare buttocks.
EMPTY-BOTTOM: Identical to boxers or briefs in shape, the difference with empty-bottoms is that they have the back cut out, like a jockstrap, in order to offer total freedom of movement.
– Shapewear
THE PUSH-UP: The main purpose of push-up underwear is to highlight and increase the volume of its silhouette. Any and every style can be made to have a push-up effect, such as thongs, briefs, boxers, trunks and even jockstraps. These models are intentionally designed with very advanced technologies in the way they are cut and sewn, for exceptional lifting effects that would surprise more than one! Take for example the Show-It and Almost Naked models from Andrew Christian. Some styles come with integrated or removable frontal padding, others rely on the elastic support from the special ergonomic construction of the frontal pouch.
ROUND BUTTOCKS: For a rounder butt, there are several options available. You could pick pieces with an enhancing effect thanks to deliberately well-placed elastic bands. This is particularly the case with the Flashlift models from Andrew Christian or the Lift models from Rounderbum. Alternatively, you could opt for subtle, removable foam padding. The padded models from Rounderbum will thus naturally enhance your buttocks.
COMPRESSION TOP: Finally, there are contouring models that hide love handles for the torso. Tank tops and compression t-shirts structure the top of your silhouette. Thanks to strong compression at the waist and pectorals, they provide support and muscle definition, while refining the belly. The support of the lumbar thus allows an improvement of the posture at the level of the back and the shoulders. Your pectorals and your torso will be sculpted and redesigned instantly. Subtle and invisible under clothes, they guarantee ultimate comfort and a second skin effect.
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