Ranked #1 of 12

Tommy John

The brand that made premium basics a category.

The verdict

The most consistently comfortable pair in the lineup. The fabric hand is genuinely better than anything at a mall price point, and the no-ride waistband holds up. You pay for it — and the elastic is the first thing to go.

What works

+Best-in-class fabric feel
+Waistband genuinely does not roll
+Wide style range across cuts

What doesn't

−Premium price per pair
−Elastic softens before the fabric does

Price per pair: ~$28
Founded: 2008
Country: USA
Best for: All-day office and travel wear
Materials: Micro Modal Air, Cool Cotton, mesh blends
Styles: Trunk, Boxer brief, Brief, Hammock pouch