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Thonglover8k wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 6:06 pm

retro68 wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 2:31 pm

swimmer78 wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 12:02 pm

Welcome to the forum retro68. Yes, you won't find any talk about boxers, boxer briefs, boardshorts, etc., on this forum, other than to ridicule them and lament that men are shamed into wearing these boring styles. My advice, stick around and read the topics here. Who knows, like microbikiniman said you might try some bikinis and thongs yourself and see the light.

Yep, essentially I landed in the wrong place I'm British, very conventional and proud of it (wouldn't be seen drad wearing bikinis). I'm a man. But each to their own. Take care everyone, out.

Hmmm, I'm slightly confused, I too am originally British, I'm also Australia, I'm conservative in how I dress, but I have the most amazing collection of G strings, thongs and what I'd call bikinis, they are bikini briefs, but definitely underwear. Personally, I like to wear thongs and bikinis, the smaller the better, I'm not sure why you wouldn't be seen dead in a bikini on a beach, I wore Hom bikini swim briefs in the 80's in Cornwall, it was a common thing back then, obviously not now. Anyway, as you say each to their own.

Thongwearer wrote: Thu Nov 23, 2023 6:42 am

TANGA TANGA wrote: Thu Nov 23, 2023 6:03 am

Thonglover8k wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 6:06 pm

Hmmm, I'm slightly confused, I too am originally British, I'm also Australia, I'm conservative in how I dress, but I have the most amazing collection of G strings, thongs and what I'd call bikinis, they are bikini briefs, but definitely underwear. Personally, I like to wear thongs and bikinis, the smaller the better, I'm not sure why you wouldn't be seen dead in a bikini on a beach, I wore Hom bikini swim briefs in the 80's in Cornwall, it was a common thing back then, obviously not now. Anyway, as you say each to their own.

When retro68 said he "wouldn't be seen dead wearing bikinis," I wondered if he actually thought we were talking about the female two piece swimsuits rather than string bikini briefs/speedos. I also felt him stating "I'm a man, but each to their own" was implying that those of us who choose to wear skimpier styles are somehow less manly. He was obviously looking for a site to discuss underwear, but how dull would that be if the only thing up for discussion was boxers and dork shorts? I've been in two minds about deleting his post seeing as he's no longer an active member, but by leaving it up I think it will act as a reminder of what we're up against and the bikiniphobia that is out there. Let me know your thoughts on keeping or removing his comments.

It’s a shame he ran away like a child instead of having an actual discussion about it. I too agree it’s a good reminder as to what we are up against with preconceived notions against our skimpier styles we all love. These thoughts are what I would imagine my friends being like if they found out my love for thongs, bikinis and swim briefs. But you guys are helping me realize that I can’t live out of fear, let them dictate my choices, etc. So I do actually love this forum and am a proud thonger!

TANGA TANGA wrote: Thu Nov 23, 2023 6:03 am

Thonglover8k wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 6:06 pm

retro68 wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 2:31 pm

Yep, essentially I landed in the wrong place I'm British, very conventional and proud of it (wouldn't be seen drad wearing bikinis). I'm a man. But each to their own. Take care everyone, out.

Hmmm, I'm slightly confused, I too am originally British, I'm also Australia, I'm conservative in how I dress, but I have the most amazing collection of G strings, thongs and what I'd call bikinis, they are bikini briefs, but definitely underwear. Personally, I like to wear thongs and bikinis, the smaller the better, I'm not sure why you wouldn't be seen dead in a bikini on a beach, I wore Hom bikini swim briefs in the 80's in Cornwall, it was a common thing back then, obviously not now. Anyway, as you say each to their own.

When retro68 said he "wouldn't be seen dead wearing bikinis," I wondered if he actually thought we were talking about the female two piece swimsuits rather than string bikini briefs/speedos. I also felt him stating "I'm a man, but each to their own" was implying that those of us who choose to wear skimpier styles are somehow less manly. He was obviously looking for a site to discuss underwear, but how dull would that be if the only thing up for discussion was boxers and dork shorts? I've been in two minds about deleting his post seeing as he's no longer an active member, but by leaving it up I think it will act as a reminder of what we're up against and the bikiniphobia that is out there. Let me know your thoughts on keeping or removing his comments.

retro68 wrote: Thu Nov 23, 2023 10:00 am

Thonglover8k wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 6:06 pm

retro68 wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 2:31 pm

Yep, essentially I landed in the wrong place I'm British, very conventional and proud of it (wouldn't be seen drad wearing bikinis). I'm a man. But each to their own. Take care everyone, out.

Hmmm, I'm slightly confused, I too am originally British, I'm also Australia, I'm conservative in how I dress, but I have the most amazing collection of G strings, thongs and what I'd call bikinis, they are bikini briefs, but definitely underwear. Personally, I like to wear thongs and bikinis, the smaller the better, I'm not sure why you wouldn't be seen dead in a bikini on a beach, I wore Hom bikini swim briefs in the 80's in Cornwall, it was a common thing back then, obviously not now. Anyway, as you say each to their own.

Comfort mainly. I'm autistic and so don't like / cope with change.

Underwear is irrelevant mainly as people seldom see it.

To that end I was raised naturist and so on our beach we don't wear costume although you see occasional men walking up and down the beach in the regalia you describe and subscribe to.

That's fine, I just find it odd that some textiles frequent a public naturist beach.

Thongwearer wrote: Thu Nov 23, 2023 11:02 am My apologies - I should have read my response before posting. I have edited and should have been kinder in my response.

TANGA TANGA wrote: Thu Nov 23, 2023 10:58 am

retro68 wrote: Thu Nov 23, 2023 10:00 am

Thonglover8k wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 6:06 pm

Hmmm, I'm slightly confused, I too am originally British, I'm also Australia, I'm conservative in how I dress, but I have the most amazing collection of G strings, thongs and what I'd call bikinis, they are bikini briefs, but definitely underwear. Personally, I like to wear thongs and bikinis, the smaller the better, I'm not sure why you wouldn't be seen dead in a bikini on a beach, I wore Hom bikini swim briefs in the 80's in Cornwall, it was a common thing back then, obviously not now. Anyway, as you say each to their own.

Comfort mainly. I'm autistic and so don't like / cope with change.

Underwear is irrelevant mainly as people seldom see it.

To that end I was raised naturist and so on our beach we don't wear costume although you see occasional men walking up and down the beach in the regalia you describe and subscribe to.

That's fine, I just find it odd that some textiles frequent a public naturist beach.

Thanks for getting back in touch and being so honest about your situation. Some of our responses to your comments may have seemed a bit harsh, but it did seem like you were having a dig at something many of us are passionate about and doesn't make us feel less manly than guys who stick to conservative styles.

As someone who sunbathes nude whenever possible and often doesn't wear more than a g-string around the house, I understand the whole naturist thing, although I bet you get some stick about that.

I hope you find the kind of website that satisfies your desire to discuss underwear and will leave here with no ill feeling.

TANGA TANGA wrote: Thu Nov 23, 2023 6:03 am

Thonglover8k wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 6:06 pm

retro68 wrote: Wed Nov 22, 2023 2:31 pm

Yep, essentially I landed in the wrong place I'm British, very conventional and proud of it (wouldn't be seen drad wearing bikinis). I'm a man. But each to their own. Take care everyone, out.

Hmmm, I'm slightly confused, I too am originally British, I'm also Australia, I'm conservative in how I dress, but I have the most amazing collection of G strings, thongs and what I'd call bikinis, they are bikini briefs, but definitely underwear. Personally, I like to wear thongs and bikinis, the smaller the better, I'm not sure why you wouldn't be seen dead in a bikini on a beach, I wore Hom bikini swim briefs in the 80's in Cornwall, it was a common thing back then, obviously not now. Anyway, as you say each to their own.

When retro68 said he "wouldn't be seen dead wearing bikinis," I wondered if he actually thought we were talking about the female two piece swimsuits rather than string bikini briefs/speedos. I also felt him stating "I'm a man, but each to their own" was implying that those of us who choose to wear skimpier styles are somehow less manly. He was obviously looking for a site to discuss underwear, but how dull would that be if the only thing up for discussion was boxers and dork shorts? I've been in two minds about deleting his post seeing as he's no longer an active member, but by leaving it up I think it will act as a reminder of what we're up against and the bikiniphobia that is out there. Let me know your thoughts on keeping or removing his comments.

Microbikiniman wrote: Thu Nov 23, 2023 3:36 pm Retro68, why did you think it was necessary to say: "I'm a man"?