This opening, found in most boxers, is sometimes closed with snaps, sometimes with a button, and sometimes not with anything. Since this part definitely catches your attention, you probably didn’t get a satisfactory answer when you asked someone why.
Then come, let’s explain the definitive answer. Is it just to be airy or for that obvious reason you guessed it? In fact, there is a much more important reason!
Before revealing the secret, let’s briefly touch on the history of the boxer:
The term has been used since 1944 and originates from England. It is named after the comfortable shorts worn by boxers, as it provides comfort in the legs and hips.
In fact, its history dates back to 1925, but at that time it did not have a special name. Jockey-style briefs, which became popular in the late 1930s, eclipsed the boxer.
Even in 1985, panties were much more popular than boxers in the USA, selling 4 times more. Boxers were produced only in white. When the differences in design and color started, it started to be preferred more by young men.
In 1985, boxers came into fashion when British model and musician Nick Kamen stripped down in a Levi’s commercial. After the 2000s, it started to climb and normal underpants are now only used by children and the elderly.
Coming to our main topic… Actually, the first answer that comes to your mind is one of the reasons for this openness, but we will talk about the main reason in a moment.
As confirmed by an underwear brand, this opening is made in order to meet the toilet needs more comfortably while standing. You can meet your needs in a short time without having to undo your belt and lower your pants.
However, men who could not figure out that this is the main purpose of this opening still untie their belts and pull their trousers down while meeting their toilet needs. According to a survey, only 20% of men use this feature!
That’s not the biggest benefit of boxers and this openness. It has a more serious benefit.
Some studies state that sperm production may decrease due to the high temperature caused by tight panties. Boxer shorts seem healthy in terms of sperm production as they make the testicles more comfortable. Air enters through this opening, preventing high temperatures and ensuring that the genitals are not compressed.
These were the reasons why this opening was found; Who knows, maybe you’ll join the 20% from now on.
Sources: IFL Science, Cracked, Wikipedia, Sheath Underwear
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