The Top 15 More Sustainable and Ethical Boxers and Briefs

Canadian brand tentree believes big change starts small. Small as in bringing your reusable bag to the grocery store, making fewer, more thoughtful purchases, and choosing to purchase sustainably when you do. The brand plants ten trees for every item purchased to help regenerate ecosystems and provide planting jobs in communities around the world, and has already planted over 65 million trees.

All tentree’s products are created with an Earth-First approach, meaning they’re made in fair, safe working conditions, and constructed using more sustainably sourced and recycled materials. We love it for its super comfy fabrics and easy wardrobe staples like these classic boxer briefs.

Find them in sizes S-2XL.

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Toad&Co is a US brand that creates socially and environmentally committed womenswear and menswear that is equally suited for the rigours of the trail or the tavern. These boxers are made from comfy and breathable “anti-stink” TENCEL™ Lyocell.

Most items are available in sizes XS-2XL.

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Honest Basics is a GOTS-certified basics brand based in Germany. It’s on a mission to make sustainable fashion accessible to everyone, by keeping prices low, making quality basics that everyone has in their wardrobe, and constantly improving the sustainability of its products and supply chain. If you’re in Europe, look no further for a 3-pack of basic black or white ethical boxers with zero branding to maintain that element of mystery.

They are available in sizes S-2XL.

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If you love a great graphic print, Swedish label Dedicated has you covered. Dedicated is a streetwear brand for men, women, and children. All cotton used in its pieces are 100% organic and most are Fairtrade-certified, which means that you don’t have to sacrifice your ethics to dress in style. Speaking of style, these vegetable print briefs tick all our boxes.

Find them in sizes XS-2XL.

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Munich-based VATTER creates more sustainable and long-lasting underwear, using 100% vegan and preferred materials, including GOTS certified cotton, without sacrificing design and aesthetics. For a casual pair of black and white check organic boxer shorts, VATTER is here for you with the “Loose Larry”. There are also “Tight Tims” if that’s more your style.

They are available in sizes S-2XL.

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Etiko is a designer of organic fair trade clothing and shoes. These classic black trunks tick all the more ethical and sustainable boxes, and are comfy and affordable to boot.

Find them in sizes S-2XL.

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KENT is a US-based brand that creates timeless organic underwear, ensuring a quality fit and feel no matter what. It produces the first verified compostable underwear, made from organic cotton and designed to return to nature in 90 days when composted or planted, feeding the soil and growing new plants (or future pants). It recently branched out its business to include men’s compostable briefs.

Find these pants in sizes XS-3XL.

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Colorful Standard is a Danish clothing brand that makes organic fashion essentials for men and women. The brand doesn’t care much for seasons or trends, instead, it creates timeless and long-lasting products to avoid the downward spiral that is over-consumption, like the classic boxers.

Find most items in sizes XS-2XL.

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ASKET has been creating timeless wardrobe essentials since 2015 with revolutionary sizing and fair pricing. The brand disregards seasonal collections, cuts out all the middlemen, and only sells directly to you—putting its entire focus on building a single permanent collection. It believes comfortable underwear is a non-negotiable essential. Made to last, these flattering boxer briefs are spun and woven from Egyptian cotton, with a touch of stretch that feels soft against the skin.

Find the range in sizes XS-XL.

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Made from organically grown bamboo, Boody is an Australian clothing brand that supports the movement for all things green and ethical. Super soft and comfy while still looking sleek, these black or gray bamboo boxers are “man’s new best friend.” You can also find briefs and trunks, each style available single, or in a pack of 3 or 7 for your convenience.

Find them in sizes S-XL, and other pieces in the range up to 3XL.

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Believing in more sustainable menswear that makes a difference, KnowledgeCotton Apparel creates long-lasting and high-quality products, using a high proportion of eco-friendly materials, including GOTS certified organic cotton. Keep your wardrobe essentials premium with these more affordable and high-quality boxers that are “ideal for any brother”.

Find sizes XS-2XL.

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Mighty Good Basics aims to provide quality, affordable, organic, and Fairtrade underwear and basics, for both men and women. The brand uses GOTS certified cotton and renewable energy throughout its supply chain. These classic white briefs have been cut for a close fit that won’t bunch up.

They are available in sizes XS-2XL.

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WAMA is pioneering the hemp clothing industry with premium hemp underwear. It uses a high proportion of lower-impact materials, including organic cotton and hemp, and is a PETA-approved vegan company. For a classic loose boxer in black or green that is good for your bits and the planet, WAMA is the way.

Inclusively sized at S-4XL.

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A-dam is a fresh brand with character. It uses a high-proportion of more responsible materials, like GOTS certified cotton, and limits the amount of chemicals, water, and wastewater used in production. We’re high-key obsessed with the range of adorable prints on these briefs—that you can match with your partner, FYI.

The responsibly-made spotted pink boxer briefs take the cake, and are available in sizes S-2XL. If you’re feeling lucky, you can buy a 3 or 6 pack of briefs with surprise prints, which we love.

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Thunderpants is a New Zealand brand that makes clothing for the whole family, designed to fit and built to last. We love the range of quirky and fun prints Thunderpants has on offer, and the fact that you can match with your loved ones. These Night Blossom print pouch-front boxers are the epitome of cool.

They are available in sizes S-2XL.

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