When I first began wearing men’s thong underwear, there were far fewer options than there are today, and I often had to settle for thongs that didn’t fit as well as they should. I learned the hard way all the ways that men’s thong underwear should not fit. Now that there are far more options, I’ve discovered many thongs with an incredibly comfortable fit. Looking back on the start of my thong wearing days, I can see now in hindsight how poorly fitting and designed men’s thong underwear was in the early days of this style. In this post we’ll explore how men’s thongs should fit for comfortable all-day wear.
Why Fit Matters More Than Style
When people try men’s thong underwear and are instantly turned off, the initial diagnosis is often the actual thong underwear itself, but what they don’t realize is that with proper fit, having a piece of fabric between your buttcheeks actually is quite comfortable if you select the right style and size.
Discomfort when wearing men’s thong underwear is almost always due to poor fit, and not the thong itself. Once you understand how men’s thongs should fit, it becomes quite simple to identify the best style, size, and fabric for your needs.
How Should Men’s Thongs Fit?
The first thing to look for is a thong that fits snug but not tight. You want the back strap to stay in place without digging in. The waistband should stay in place without rolling. If it does this, you’re probably wearing a size that’s too small. The front pouch should offer plenty of support without compressing your front package. Your front package should feel like it’s being held in place securely, but there should also be plenty of breathing room. You should barely even notice the thong, and you should feel as though you can move around effortlessly as if you’re not even wearing any underwear.
Key Areas That Determine Proper Fit in Men’s Thongs
Waistband Fit
The waistband of your thong should sit flat against your skin without rolling or shifting too much. It shouldn’t dig in, and it should help hold your thong in place. Even while wearing a men’s thong with an elastic waistband, the elastic should be barely noticeable, if at all. You shouldn’t feel any pinching or pressure through the waist. It should just drape gently and easily throughout.
Pouch Fit and Support
One of the best advantages to wearing men’s thongs is the support in the front, which should provide plenty of room for your front package without sagging. Here you’ll need to choose between a contoured or a flat-front design. A contoured design will help with support and holding everything in place, which is perfect for working out or playing sports. A flat-front design can be more comfortable for some people, and it also reduces the amount of bulge that may be noticed when wearing pants, but this comes down strictly to personal preference. I prefer a bit of room in the pouch as I like how a thong with a front pouch will keep my package supported and allow the area to remain breathable throughout the day.
Back Strap Width and Placement
You’ll need to choose between a thin and a wide strap. While a wide strap can accentuate the glutes a bit more than a thin one, a first time thong wearer may find a thin strap to be less noticeable and therefore, more comfortable. However, once you grow accustomed to wearing thongs, the width of the strap is for the most part inconsequential.
If your thong is constantly riding up or digging in, or if the back strap is noticeable to the point of being annoying, you’re probably wearing a size that’s too small. The back strap should sit gently in place without being noticeable except if you move in certain ways or find yourself in certain positions. Mostly, you shouldn’t even think about the back strap throughout the day while you wear your thong.
Common Fit Mistakes Men Make When Buying Thongs
The main fit mistake men make when buying thongs for the first time is sizing down to be sexy or following the sizing charts from the manufacturer too literally. As I mentioned in another post, it’s important to take size charts with a grain of salt as they can often be misleading. Check out our post on choosing the proper thong size for more guidance on that. As for sizing down to be sexy, it doesn’t work in the case of thongs. Thongs are sexiest when they drape on the body naturally, and are completely different conceptually from wearing a slim fit suit or tight fitting polo shirt.
It’s very important to consider the shape of the pouch. If you have a larger front package, do consider purchasing a thong which offers a supportive and amply sized pouch. Be sure to closely examine the shape of the pouch as well since some thongs with pouches only provide a moderate amount of additional room. For example, the Jockey Sport Stability Pouch Microfiber Thong offers a lot of support, but the front pouch may be inadequate for those with a lot of, well, “baggage”. My front package is what I would consider to be an average size and I find the amount of space in the aforementioned Jockey thong to be just perfect, but someone with more goods to carry around may prefer the additional space in the Jack Adams Filament Thong, though the Jack Adams may not offer enough moisture wicking for working out.
It’s also important to not assume that discomfort is normal when wearing a thong. Just because wearing a thong involves having a small strip of fabric between your buttcheeks, a properly fitting thong should have that fabric nestled gently in place without being obtrusive. As mentioned early, it should be barely noticeable, if at all. A properly fitting thong should be just as, if not more comfortable than briefs or boxers.
Recommended Men’s Thongs Known For Great Fit
I stand by my recommendation that the Jack Adams Filament Thong is the best men’s thong for beginners. I say this because it’s made from an extremely lightweight cotton which naturally drapes against the body, it offers plenty of front support for all sizes, and the rear strap is barely noticeable.
For those with an athletic build who wish to wear a thong made for working out or sports, the Jockey Sport Stability Pouch Microfiber Thong is a perfect option. As mentioned previously, while the front pouch might be slightly small for those with a larger front package, it still provides excellent support. The moisture wicking fabric makes this thong breathable and comfortable when perspiring, and it fits snugly but not constricting, enabling the wearer to feel supported during sporting activity without feeling tight and bunched in.
For all day comfort, try the HOM Freddy G-String. The thin g-string back is about as unintrusive as it gets, and the incredibly soft and lightweight cotton lets this thong gently drape over the skin. While it offers less front support than the other two options I mentioned, it has plenty of space in front for men of any size, and it truly feels like wearing no underwear at all throughout the day, making it an ideal thong for the first time wearer.
Final Verdict: Comfort Is a Fit Issue, Not a Thong Issue
When choosing a men’s thong for the first time, be confident in your size selection. Remember to choose the size you normally wear and not to be overly influenced by the size charts on the manufacturer’s website. Consider reading reviews from other users to learn how accurate the size charts are. That said, whenever I’ve tried a size other than the large I always wear, I’ve never been satisfied, and whenever I’ve chosen a large, fit has never been an issue.
If you decide to give men’s thong underwear a try, do consider these points to ensure you’re selecting the right size and style. Once you find a men’s thong that fits the way you like, you may find that you’ll never want to wear anything else.
