Size guide for Boody men
Short answer: Boody uses international sizes from S to XL. Because the styles are thin and stretchy, they sit closer than ordinary underwear in the same size, so it pays to go by your measurements rather than habit.
Find the chart
The measurements are gathered in the Boody men's size guide. Use it every time, as international sizes do not always match what you know from other brands. The chart shows waist and chest in centimetres, and those are the figures to hold your own numbers against. That way you are not guessing from a letter size.
Thin fabric sits closer
Because the fabric is light and stretchy, it follows the body more than a heavy cotton would. That gives a smooth fit under clothes, but it also means a size that is slightly too small is felt sooner. If you are between two sizes, pick the larger one if you do not want a close fit, and the smaller for a firm one.
Underpants
Underpants are chosen by waist, meaning the measurement where the waistband will sit. Measure straight around without pulling the tape tight, and compare the figure with the chart. A size too small pinches at the waist and rides up the legs, while one too large creates folds. See the styles in bamboo underpants for men.
Undershirts
The undershirt should lie flat against the body without pulling across the chest or riding up at the sides. Measure the chest straight around the widest point with your arms by your sides. Length matters too if the shirt is to stay tucked in all day. See the range in bamboo undershirts for men and compare before you choose.
Compare with something you own
The safest method is to take a piece of underwear you like, lay it flat on a table and measure it. Hold the numbers against the chart, and you can see whether Boody sits closer or looser than what you usually wear. If you have never measured yourself, our measuring guide takes you through it step by step.
After washing
Thin fabrics keep their size best when washed at 40 degrees and dried on a rack. It is mainly the tumble dryer that pulls at the fabric and can make it shrink or lose its shape. Turn items inside out and use a mild detergent without fabric softener. You will find more advice on care in our washing guide.
Why measurements beat habit
International sizes do not follow fixed numbers, and a medium from one brand can equal a large from another. Centimetres, on the other hand, are the same everywhere, which makes them the only thing you can compare directly. Write your figures down once, for example on your phone, and you will have them ready next time you shop online.
When your body changes
Weight and shape change over time, and underwear is where you notice it first because it sits close. If you have lost or gained weight, or it is a few years since you last measured, take your measurements again before ordering. It takes a few minutes with a tape and saves you sending a parcel back.
Trying the brand for the first time
If this is your first time buying Boody, start with a single item in the size the chart points to. Wear it for a few days and after a wash, and see whether it fits the way you want. If it does, you can order more in the same size with confidence, and if not, you know which way to go.
Frequently asked questions
Does Boody for men run small
The items often feel closer than ordinary underwear because the fabric is thin and stretchy. Use the chart measurements and pick the larger size if you fall between two.
Which measurement do I need for underpants
Your waist, measured straight around where the waistband will sit on the body. That is the figure the chart uses, and it is more precise than your trouser size.
Does Boody shrink in the wash
Washed at 40 degrees and air dried, the items usually keep their size well. It is mainly the tumble dryer that strains thin fabrics, so it is best avoided.
See our range of Boody underwear.
