: For a non-fiction "story," The Story of Underwear by Muriel Barbier tracks the evolution of garments from 5,000 BC loincloths to modern fashion. Where to Buy (and Find Your Own Story)
If you're ready to make your own purchase, these brands are often featured for their unique origins or comfort:
: If you're looking for a literal book of stories, Underwear Stories: 29 Tales "Written" By Artificial Intelligence uses a one-word prompt to create hilarious and absurd short fiction.
: A creative piece from Story.com follows "Tom," who buys a pair of magical boxers from an oddity shop that continuously transform and change his physique as he works out.
The mundane task of buying undies can lead to some surprisingly colorful tales, from awkward retail encounters to high-tech AI experiments. Real-Life Retail & UX Stories
: A viral customer story details a bizarre retail argument where a store employee repeatedly refused to let a teenager buy a size Large, insisting he was a Small, until he finally had to snap at her to get the right fit.