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How to Fold Boxers & Boxer Briefs to Save Space: 7 Easy Ways Download Article Compact folds to pack efficiently or organize your drawers Co-authored by Caitlin Jaymes

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This article was co-authored by Caitlin Jaymes. 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. There are 13 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 390,647 times.

Folding your underwear might not be your favorite task, but if you do it properly, you can save space in your drawer or suitcase, organize your undergarments, and even prevent some wrinkles and creases. In this article, we’ll show you the best ways to fold or roll your boxer briefs whether you’re just putting laundry away or cramming as many backup pairs as you can into your travel bag. Read on to learn more!

Best Way to Fold Boxer Briefs: Quick Steps

1. Lay your boxer briefs face up on a flat surface.
2. Fold the underwear in thirds from side-to-side.
3. Fold the waistband over and halfway down the underwear.
4. Fold the bottom edge up toward the waistband.
5. Tuck the bottom edge inside the waistband to secure the fold.

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Method 1 Method 1 of 6:

Making a File Fold: Option 1

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1. 1 Fold the left leg a third of the way in toward the middle of the underwear. Lay the underwear on a flat surface and smooth out any wrinkles. Gently lift the left leg of the boxer briefs and fold it just past the center of the underwear.[1]
   • Smooth out the underwear again after every fold to keep them flat and neat.
   • What is this fold good for? Saving space, traveling, organizing drawers or shelves
2. 2 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.[2]
   • Make sure the two edges form a straight line. Don’t let the top or bottom overlap.
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3. 3 Fold the waistband edge halfway down. Take the boxer briefs by the waistband and fold them down. Bring the waistband to the halfway point of the underwear.[3]
   • Make sure the underwear doesn’t shift while you’re folding it down.
4. 4 Tuck the bottom edge 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 the ends of the legs into the waistband. Keep inserting the fabric until the waistband forms the bottom line of the boxer briefs. Now you have a nice, flat square that’s great for packing and is unlikely to come unfolded.[4]
   • Alternative: If you’re in a hurry, just fold the bottom edge up to the top edge of the underwear without tucking it into the waistband. It’ll still look neat and take up the same amount of space, but is more likely to come unraveled.[5]
   • Press down on the underwear one more time to flatten them out and make sure there are no more wrinkles.
   • You can lay these squares flat and stack them, or you can stand them up on their narrow side next to each other to see all your options at once.
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Making a File Fold: Option 2

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1. 1 Fold the outward slope of the legs inward to make a perfect rectangle. Lay your underwear face up on a flat surface. If the legs are extra wide (more boxer-y than brief-y), fold the outer corners of the legs inward so they don’t flare out to the side.[6]
   • What is this fold good for? Saving space, traveling, organizing drawers or shelves
2. 2 Fold both legs into the center to form a narrower rectangle. Fold the left leg inward to the center, then fold the right leg into the center. The outer edges of both legs should meet along the centerline of the underwear.[7]
3. 3 Fold the waistband down about 2 inches (5.1 cm). Grab the outer corners of the folded waistband and fold them over and down from the top.[8] Readjust the waistband or and folds so that the left and right leg edges are still touching in the center.
4. 4 Tuck the remaining fabric into the waistband. Grab the bottom edge of the underwear and fold it upward toward the waistband. Lift the top layer of the band up and stuff the fabric inside to complete the file fold. Insert your hand into the fold to smooth out wrinkles and help your newly folded square lay flat.[9] </ref>
   • Stack these squares in drawers or shelves, or stand them up next to each other to view all your underwear at once.
   • This file fold will be slightly flatter and wider than the first kind. Choose whichever style fits and looks best in your drawer or travel bag.
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Folding a Compact Square

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1. 1 Fold the boxer briefs in half side-to-side. Lay the underwear out on a flat, clean work surface and smooth out any wrinkles. Then, fold the underwear in half—lift the left leg and fold it over the right leg so both edges meet. Smooth out the fold so both edges form a straight, even line.[10]
   • What is this fold good for? Saving space, saving time, stacking
2. 2 Fold the underwear in half again side-to-side. Take the left edge and fold it to the right, dividing the underwear in half again (it’s now a rectangle that’s ¼ the width of the original). Smooth the fold out so both ends form a straight line.[11]
   • The crotch section should still be pointing out a bit. If needed, you can fold or tuck the crotch in for a smoother, straighter line.
   • 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.
3. 3 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 to work out any bumps and wrinkles.[12]
   • This fold won’t give you the flattest result, but more of a box. This is stackable in drawers or on a shelf.
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Making a Basic Roll

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1. 1 Fold the boxers in half from top-to-bottom. Lay the underwear face up on a flat surface. Grab the bottom edge of the underwear (the legs) and bring them upward so they’re even with the waistband. You’ll have what looks like a long rectangle.[13]
   • What is this fold good for? Reducing wrinkles and creases, saving space, travel
2. 2 Roll the underwear from side-to-side. Pick one side edge (left or right) to start rolling from. Make a tight, even roll from one side all the way to the other. The tighter you roll, the more space you’ll save (just keep in mind that extra tight roll may lead to wrinkles or creases).[14]
   • If you’re traveling, put a rubber band or hair tie around the roll to keep it secure.
   • You can also stand the roll up vertically in drawers so you can see all your underwear options together.
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Doing a Ranger Roll

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1. 1 Flip the waistband down about 2 inches (5.1 cm). First, lay the boxer briefs face up on a clean, flat surface. Then, 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 about 2 inches (5.1 cm) down from the top. Make sure the waistband is at an even height around the whole pair of underwear.[15]
   • Smooth and flatten the underwear after this step to make sure the fabric is flat and smooth.
   • What is this fold good for? Saving space, travel, reducing wrinkles and creases
2. 2 Fold the left leg of the underwear to the center. Take the left leg and fold it inward. Rest the edge on the center of the boxer briefs, between the two leg sections.[16]
3. 3 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.[17]
   • Adjust the boxers so the two edges make a straight line. Press down to get rid of any wrinkles.
4. 4 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.[18]
   • Readjust your hands if the underwear feels too loose or uneven.
   • Press down every so often to push any air or bumps out of the folds.
5. 5 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 roll inside the waistband. Pull the waistband down a bit around the sides of the roll so it stays securely tucked.[19]
   • 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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Super Fast & Basic Folds

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1. 1 Fold the boxer briefs in half side-to-side, then in half again top-to-bottom. If you’re in a hurry to put away your clean laundry, use this fold. All you have to do is lay your underwear out flat, then fold it in half from side-to-side (fold one leg completely over the other so the outer edges line up). Then, fold the bottom edge of the legs up so they meet the waistband. You’ll have a loosely folded square you can quickly put away or pack.
   • If you’re traveling, this fold probably won’t stay very neat.
   • What is this fold good for? Saving time, stacking
2. 2 Or, fold the boxers in thirds top-to-bottom to save more space. Similar to the above fold, this one is great for when you’re in a rush. Lay the underwear out flat and fold them in half from side-to-side. Then, grab the bottom edge and fold it up to the center of the underwear. Grab the waistband and fold it down so it overlaps the previous fold. This basic fold saves a bit more space than just folding in half twice, but is still fast and easy.
   • Use this fold if the legs of your underwear are on the longer side, since the trifold will shorten them more than a bifold.[20]
   • What is this fold good for? Saving space, saving time, stacking
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• Question How do you organize boxers? Caitlin Jaymes Closet Organizer & Fashion Stylist 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. Caitlin Jaymes Closet Organizer & Fashion Stylist Expert Answer 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. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 4 Helpful 4
• Question How do you fold boxers? Drew Hawkins1 Community Answer 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. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 3 Helpful 3
• Question How do you roll boxer briefs for packing? Drew Hawkins1 Community Answer 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. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 2 Helpful 2

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5. ↑ https://youtu.be/2k20BsET4OE?t=232
6. ↑ https://www.ejisinc.com/blogs/news/how-to-fold-undershirts-boxer-briefs-and-socks
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13. ↑ https://www.housedigest.com/1670956/how-to-fold-underwear-laundry-save-space/
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Co-authored by: Caitlin Jaymes Closet Organizer & Fashion Stylist This article was co-authored by Caitlin Jaymes. 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. This article has been viewed 390,647 times. 1 votes - 100% Co-authors: 4 Updated: February 17, 2025 Views: 390,647 Categories: Folding Clothes Article SummaryX

To fold boxer briefs flat, first lay them out on a flat surface facing up. Fold the left leg to the middle of the underwear, then fold the right leg over to the left side. Fold the waistband to the halfway point of the underwear. Finally, tuck the bottom half into the waistband to secure it. To learn how to roll your underwear or fold it into a square, read on! Did this summary help you?YesNo

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