Rank 19 of 40

Sunspel

Old-school English underwear made with exceptional cotton.

8.4/10

$55/pair

Updated August 2026

The verdict

Sunspel's shaped-seat boxer and fine cotton jersey show what careful pattern cutting can do for simple underwear. Natural fabric and finishing are excellent, though neither sweat performance nor price competes with modern technical pairs.

What works

Superb long-staple cotton
Thoughtful traditional pattern cutting
Low-key branding

What doesn't

Luxury price
Cotton is slow to dry

Specifications

Price per pair: ~$55
Founded: 1860
Country: UK
Best for: Traditional cotton boxers and quiet luxury
Materials: Long-staple cotton jersey, cotton poplin, stretch cotton
Styles: Boxer brief, Trunk, Boxer, Brief