Outline guide for men's underwear, nightwear, hosiery and beachwear

Use these outline image examples for underwear, nightwear, hosiery and beachwear to help you select the correct outline.

Updated September 9, 2026


Important: Silhouettes are now Outlines

We have updated our documentation to use the term outline instead of the term silhouette. You may also see outlines referred to as article types.

Underwear

Outline: Underpants

Thongs

Thongs

Briefs

Briefs

Base layer

Base layer

Trunks/Boxer briefs

Trunks/Boxer briefs

Jockstraps

Jockstraps

Boxer shorts

Boxer shorts

Outline: Undershirts

Nightwear

Outline: Night shirt

Nightie

Nightie

Outline: Night trouser

Outline: Nightwear combination

Important

Pyjama onesies are considered one-piece nightwear

Outline: Bathrobe

Hosiery

Outline: Stockings

Trainer socks

Trainer socks

Socks

Socks

Sport socks

Sport socks

Leg warmer

Leg warmer

Knee high socks

Knee high socks

Beachwear

Outline: Beach trousers

Swimming briefs

Swimming briefs

Swimming trunks

Swimming trunks

Swimming shorts

Swimming shorts

Outline: T-Shirt/Top

Swimwear shirt

Swimwear shirt