Basic Man is a men's subscription that aims to send basic essentials on a monthly basis. You'll get a new shirt, a pair of socks, and a pair of boxer briefs in each shipment. They offer sizes XS through XXL, although the socks are one size fits all (for sizes 8-12).
FYI: Due to high demand, please note that Basic Man is experiencing delays with some shipments.
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About Basic Man
The Subscription Box: Basic Man
The Cost: $19.99 + free US shipping. Save with longer subscriptions.
ACTIVE DEAL: Get 50% off your first box!
CODE: MSA50
The Products: Three new, basic, everyday essentials for men.
Ships to: The US for free, Canada for $5, and worldwide for $7.
Basic Man September 2020 Review
White Tee, Size M - Listed Value $16.00 (Similar style in Grey)
You can't get more basic than a plain white tee. Typically I stay away from white clothes because I'm sure to dirty them up immediately. However, this shirt fits like a dream. So I'm wearing it straight out of the bag. I like that it's a little longer. That makes for a poor undershirt, but this is a cool, simple shirt that is meant to be worn by itself or maybe an open flannel. This shirt is comfortable and soft, made from 100% cotton.
Blue Polka Dot Socks - Retail Value $12.00
I dig these light blue socks with dark blue polka dots and accents. Most formal socks I have would leave it at that, but there are green and white rings around the toes and a sort of faded line along the sides. Looking at past Basic Man reviews, I see Basic Man does this quite a bit and I love the extra detail. They are made from a blend of 80% combed cotton, 17% polyester, and 3% elastic. They come up about 3/4th the way to my knee. I'm 5'9".
Light Blue Boxer Briefs - Listed Value $15.00 (Similar pair in Aqua)
I have these on and I've got to tell you, they're great. They are so silky soft and the mesh makes them very breathable. I enjoy the length and cut. And I just can't tell you how much I like the plain elastic band. I look forward to getting a few more pairs of these. They are made from 95% bamboo viscose and 5% elastane.
Verdict: This was my first Basic Man box and I really enjoyed it. I would describe myself as a basic kind of guy – one that doesn't like shopping for clothes. So these items were right up my alley. I appreciate any company that refrains from plastering their name or logo all over its clothes. Also, I like the "recycle when this fades" note on each of the items. The total value of the items is $43. That is more than twice the cost of the box, although $12 for a pair of socks seems a little high to me. Regardless, it's a fantastic value for the money and you don't even have to leave your house. I'm eager to see how Basic Man remains basic without getting boring.
To Wrap Up:
Can I still get this box if I sign up today? The monthly shipments won't always be the same items as mine - so you can order anytime.
ACTIVE DEAL: Get 50% off your first box!
CODE: MSA50
Value Breakdown: This box costs $19.99 with a retail value of $43. The average cost of each of the 3 items is $6.66. The average value per item is $14.33.
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