Matching Underwear for Couples: How to Pick a Set You'll Both Actually Like
The best matching underwear for couples is one print in two different cuts, sized separately, so you match on design without either of you wearing a fit that is wrong for your body. Culprit prints come in men's boxer briefs and in several women's styles, from $13 to $35 a pair. Here is how to choose, what to check, and when matching is a bad idea.
What is matching underwear for couples?
Matching underwear for couples is a his-and-hers set that uses the same print across two cuts. It is not the same garment twice. He gets a men's cut, she gets whichever women's cut she prefers, and the pattern is identical.
That matters because old-school "couples underwear" was a novelty item that fit one person fine and the other like a tarp. The better version is two properly designed products that share a print.
These prints exist in both a men's boxer brief and a women's style: Lizard King, Raptor Nights, Shark Bait, Samurai Cats, The Good The Bad and The Pugly, Absinthe Minded, Trip City, Zebra, Bad to the Bone, Freedom Smackdown, Stealth Black, Incognito Mode (men's plus bra only) and ROY G. BIV (men's Trunk Cut plus women's styles). Most prints come in several cuts, though not every print comes in every cut. See the full matching couples underwear collection.
What about Get It Kraken?
Get It Kraken is the odd one out: there is no men's underwear in that print. It comes as women's LadyBoxers, Long LadyBoxers, Booty Shorts, a thong, the ComfyBra and the Scoop Bra, plus Kraken hoodies and crewnecks. So a Kraken couple match is her underwear and his hoodie. It still counts. Nobody at the party needs to know which half is underneath.
Which cuts work best for each person?
Pick the cut based on how each of you actually wears underwear, not on what looks cute in the photo. Here is the lineup:
| Cut | Who it is for | Key details |
|---|---|---|
| Boxer briefs | Men | Left-side fly, mid-rise, 12" rise, 5 3/4" inseam (size M) |
| LadyBoxers | Women | Boyshort, mid-high rise, 10 1/4" rise, 5 3/4" inseam |
| Long LadyBoxers | Women | Longer inseam than LadyBoxers |
| Booty Shorts | Women | Low rise, 8" rise, 3" inseam, size up |
| Thongs | Women | Minimal coverage, $13 to $22 |
| ComfyBra | Women | Wireless, scoop front, racer back |
| Scoop Bra | Women | Mesh lining, low U-back |
Prices: men's boxer briefs with fly are mostly $17 to $33, LadyBoxers $16 to $32, and bras about $33 to $35. A his-and-hers underwear pair lands somewhere around $30 to $65 total. LadyBoxers also come in 3-packs at $79.99.
A nice bonus: the men's boxer brief and the LadyBoxer both have a 5 3/4" inseam in size M, so the pair looks intentionally matched on the bedroom floor, where all great photos are taken.
Booty Shorts run small by design, so size up. Browse boxer briefs, LadyBoxers, Booty Shorts and bras.
How do we get the sizes right for both of us?
Measure your waist and match it to the chart. Do not assume you are the same letter size as in any other brand. Culprit sizes by waist: S 26-28", M 29-31", L 32-34", XL 35-37", XXL 37-41", 3XL 42-46".
- Measure each person's natural waist with a soft tape.
- Compare it to the size guide.
- Between sizes? Go up for comfort. Go up in Booty Shorts regardless.
- Order both pairs together so the print and the shipping match.
On returns: the 100-day money-back guarantee covers the first pair on a first order. Worn or washed pairs cannot go back, so try them on over something first. See the returns page.
Is it weird to wear matching underwear as a couple?
No. It is a private joke that only works if you are both in on it, which is the whole point. Nobody sees it but the two of you, so the stakes are low and the payoff is a small, recurring laugh.
It goes wrong when one partner is pressured into it. Offer it as a bit, not a requirement. A few ways to make it land:
- Pick the print together. Each person gets two vetoes.
- Make it a holiday or anniversary gift. For the other half of the shopping list, see our funny gifts for men guide.
- Start with one print. If it is fun, add more later.
What is a good matching gift for couples?
One matching print plus a hoodie. Hoodies and crewnecks are live in Get It Kraken, Disco Bunnies, Don't Care Bears (Puking Bear and Flamethrower Bear), Shark Bait and Cloud Goodies. Kraken and Disco hoodies are heavyweight 430gsm cotton blend fleece, oversized drop-shoulder, with a kangaroo pocket. Cloud Goodies is 308 g/m² recycled polyester brushed fleece in a relaxed unisex fit.
Shark Bait is the tidy double: matching underwear and a Shark Bait hoodie, same theme top to bottom. Budget-wise, hoodies run about $98 to $100 and crewnecks about $84, so a set of underwear is the lighter gift and the hoodie is the big one. Browse funny hoodies. Prefer something recurring? Check the subscription page.
Why does the fabric matter for a couple's set?
Because fabric decides whether anyone actually wears it. Culprit uses 95% sustainably made micro-modal (a plant-based fiber) and 5% spandex. It is soft and stretchy, which suits different bodies and cuts. The longer version is in micro-modal vs cotton underwear.
Care is easy: machine wash cold on delicate, then tumble dry low or air dry. Both pairs can share a wash load, which is its own tiny romance.
When Culprit is NOT the right pick
Skip matching sets if one of you wants plain underwear, or if you cannot guess your partner's size. The prints are loud on purpose. If one person would be miserable in an animal print, a funny set will not fix it.
Also skip it if you need sheer, lacy or formal. Culprit is funny and comfortable, not traditional lingerie.
FAQ
What are his and hers matching underwear sets?
Two pieces in the same print, cut for different bodies. Men get boxer briefs. Women choose from several cuts, including LadyBoxers, Long LadyBoxers, Booty Shorts, thongs and bras, depending on the print. Each piece is sized separately.
Do matching couples underwear fit well?
Yes, because each piece is designed for its wearer instead of being a one-size novelty. Measure each person and use the size guide. Size up in Booty Shorts.
Can we return matching underwear if it does not fit?
The 100-day money-back guarantee applies to the first pair on a first order. If you are ordering two pairs on one first order, that covers the first pair only, so check sizes carefully. Pairs must be unworn and unwashed. See the returns page.
Which prints come as matching men's and women's versions?
Lizard King, Raptor Nights, Shark Bait, Samurai Cats, The Good The Bad and The Pugly, Absinthe Minded, Trip City, Zebra, Bad to the Bone, Freedom Smackdown, Stealth Black, Incognito Mode (men's and bra) and ROY G. BIV. Stock changes, because prints are limited editions.
Is matching underwear a good Valentine's or anniversary gift?
Yes. It is personal, useful and a little funny, and it beats the generic candle. Add a hoodie for a bigger gift, and order early since limited prints can sell out.
