How to Fold Boxer Briefs

Launder your boxer briefs., Clear a worktable or ironing board., Lay your first pair of boxer briefs on the table., Fold the sides of the boxer briefs vertically, approximately 2 inches (5 cm) on each side., Fold the right leg vertically into the...

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Launder your boxer briefs.

    Remove them from the dryer immediately after the cycle finishes, because smooth boxer briefs are easier to fold.
  2. Step 2: Clear a worktable or ironing board.

    Use a table that is at least hip height, so that you can fold quickly without straining your back. , Smooth them out so that the waistband is at the top. , This will take the sloped edges of the briefs away, forming an even rectangle.

    Right angles will also make it easier to have an even fold.

    The outside edge of the legs will be folded in further at the bottom than the top. , Smooth the fold with your hands. , Match the outside edges and smooth the fold before continuing.

    Your briefs will form a thin column. , You will tuck the bottom of the briefs into the top band of the shorts. , Tuck the top 2 inches into the band to create a square pocket fold.

    You will need to slide your hand into the waistband around all the edges to make sure the band will hold your briefs in a tight square bundle. , The briefs will fit in a tight space for storage or packing.
  3. Step 3: Lay your first pair of boxer briefs on the table.

  4. Step 4: Fold the sides of the boxer briefs vertically

  5. Step 5: approximately 2 inches (5 cm) on each side.

  6. Step 6: Fold the right leg vertically into the center of the crotch.

  7. Step 7: Fold the left leg over the right leg.

  8. Step 8: Fold the waistband down approximately 2 inches (5 cm).

  9. Step 9: Fold the bottom of the column up horizontally.

  10. Step 10: Smooth the edges of your small bundle.

Detailed Guide

Remove them from the dryer immediately after the cycle finishes, because smooth boxer briefs are easier to fold.

Use a table that is at least hip height, so that you can fold quickly without straining your back. , Smooth them out so that the waistband is at the top. , This will take the sloped edges of the briefs away, forming an even rectangle.

Right angles will also make it easier to have an even fold.

The outside edge of the legs will be folded in further at the bottom than the top. , Smooth the fold with your hands. , Match the outside edges and smooth the fold before continuing.

Your briefs will form a thin column. , You will tuck the bottom of the briefs into the top band of the shorts. , Tuck the top 2 inches into the band to create a square pocket fold.

You will need to slide your hand into the waistband around all the edges to make sure the band will hold your briefs in a tight square bundle. , The briefs will fit in a tight space for storage or packing.

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