How to Fold Boxer Briefs

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Last Updated: November 8, 2023 Fact Checked

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Properly-folded boxer briefs can save precious space in your drawers or suitcase, and help you stay organized. There are a few different techniques to accomplish this. For ideal storage in a drawer, flatten the boxer briefs out. For a more stackable result, fold the underwear into a square. Finally, for maximum space saving, use the Ranger Roll method to pack everything efficiently.

Method 1

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Flattening the Underwear

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Place the boxer briefs facing up on a flat surface and smooth out all the wrinkles. Face the crotch section towards you. Then run your hand around the underwear to smooth out any wrinkles.^{[1]
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- Make sure the surface is clean and dry before putting the boxer briefs down.
- A table or ironing board are good surfaces to work on. Don’t use your bed or a similar soft surface.
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Fold the left leg to the middle of the underwear. Gently lift the left leg of the boxer briefs. Then fold it over to the center of the underwear, between the two leg portions.^{[2]
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- Smooth out the underwear again after every fold to keep them flat and neat.
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Bring the right leg to the left side of the underwear. Lift up the right leg and overlap the left leg. Fold until the right leg reaches all the way to the other edge.^{[3]
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- Make sure the two edges form a straight line. Don’t let the top or bottom overlap.
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Fold the waistband side halfway down. Take the boxer briefs by the waistband and fold them down. Bring the waistband to the halfway point of the underwear.^{[4]
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- Make sure the underwear doesn’t shift while you’re folding it down.
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Tuck the bottom half into the waistband. Take the bottom half of the underwear in one hand and hold the waistband open with the other hand. Fold the bottom up and tuck it into the waistband. Keep inserting the fabric until the waistband forms the bottom line of the boxer briefs. You’ll now have a nice neat square.^{[5]
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- Press down on the underwear one more time to flatten them out and make sure there are no more wrinkles.
- This fold gives you a flat result that is good for packing.

Method 2

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Folding the Underwear into a Square

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Lay the boxer briefs face up on a flat surface. Hold them by the waistband and face the front or crotch section toward you. Then lay them flat down. Run your palms along the underwear to smooth out any wrinkles.^{[6]
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- Use a flat table or ironing board. Make sure it's clean and dry before putting the boxer briefs down.
Lift the left leg and fold it over to the right leg until both edges meet. Smooth out the fold so both edges form a straight, even line.^{[7]
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Fold the underwear in half lengthwise again. Take the left section and fold it to the right, dividing the underwear in half again. Smooth the fold out so both ends form a straight line.^{[8]
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- The crotch section should still be pointing out a bit.
- For a different position, flip the underwear 90 degrees to the left so the crotch section points down. Then, rather than folding it to the right, fold it up.
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Fold the crotch side in thirds twice. Take the underwear by the crotch side and fold it up into a third. Then fold it once more so the crotch side meets the waistband. Press down once more to work out any air and wrinkles.^{[9]
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- This fold won’t give you the flattest result, but more of a box. This is stackable in drawers or on a shelf.

Method 3

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Doing a Ranger Roll

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Place the boxer briefs facing up on a flat surface. Always work on a flat surface to make this job easier. Place your underwear face up and smooth out any wrinkles.^{[10]
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- Don't use a soft surface like your bed or a couch. Work on a table or ironing board.
- Make sure the surface is clean before putting down your underwear.
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Fold the waistband down 2 inches (5.1 cm). Take the waistband and imagine you’re turning the underwear inside out. Flip the whole waistband so you can see the inner side. Then pull the waistband 2 inches (5.1 cm) down from the top. Make sure the waistband reaches the same point around the whole pair of underwear.^{[11]
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- Smooth and flatten the underwear after this step to make sure the fabric is all even.
Take the left leg and fold it inward. Rest the edge on the center of the boxer briefs, between the two leg sections.^{[12]
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Fold the right leg all the way to the left side. Take the right side and fold it inward. Overlap the center and stop when you reach the opposite edge of the underwear.^{[13]
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- Adjust the boxers so the two edges make a straight line. Press down to get rid of any wrinkles.
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Roll the bottom of the underwear up towards the waistband. Grab the bottom of the underwear with both hands. Roll upwards, toward the waistband. Keep the fabric tight and even so you get a firm roll.^{[14]
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- Readjust your hands if the underwear feels too loose or uneven.
- Press down every so often to push any air out of the folds.
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Tuck the rolled portion into the waistband. Once you reach the waistband, hold the rolled part with one hand and hold the waistband open your other hand. Tuck the rolled part inside the waistband. Pull the waistband down a bit so the rolled part is secure.^{[15]
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- The Ranger Roll is designed for maximum space saving. Use it if you have a lot to pack and need to make the most of your space.
- You can also roll your other clothes the same way.

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How do you organize boxers?

Caitlin Jaymes
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Caitlin Jaymes is a Closet Organizer and Fashion Stylist based in Los Angeles, California. With a background in Fashion PR and Fashion Design, she specializes in creating wardrobes for her clients with pieces they already own. She has experience working with celebrities, editorial shoots, and men and women of all ages. Caitlin uses fashion and organization to help instill and influence confidence, ambition, and stress-free lifestyles for all her clients. She runs her business by two guiding principles: “fashion has no rules, only guidance on how to look and feel your best” and “life has too many stressors, don’t let clutter be one of them.” Caitlin’s work has been featured on HGTV, The Rachael Ray Show, VoyageLA, Liverpool Los Angeles, and the Brother Snapchat Channel.

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I suggest you get a dresser or shelf divider so you can keep your boxers separated from socks or other items you keep in the same drawer.

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There are several ways you can fold boxers. For a flat fold, lay the boxers so they're face-up and fold the 2 ends to the center. Then, fold the waistband halfway down the length of the boxers and tuck the bottom half into the waistband. You could also do a ranger roll with your boxers by placing them on a flat surface and folding the waistband over itself. Fold the left side into the center and then fold the right leg over the left side. Then, roll the bottom all the way up and tuck it into the waistband.

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A ranger roll is a great way to roll your boxers so you can pack them in a bag or suitcase. To do a ranger roll, start by laying the boxers flat on a surface and folding the waistband down over itself. Fold the left leg of the boxers to the center then fold the right leg over the left. Take the bottom of the boxers and roll them up to the top, then tuck them into the waistband to make a tight roll.

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If you use the Ranger Roll method for all your clothes, try rolling your pants and underwear inside a shirt. This stores a whole outfit in one package.

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