Calvin Klein
Xl Logo Stretch Briefs Intense Power 3-Pack
The Calvin Klein XL Logo Stretch Briefs Intense Power 3-Pack is a set of three men's briefs made from a very comfortable stretch cotton jersey, featuring an elastic waistband with a prominent large logo and double-layer support at the front. These everyday-underwear briefs are intended for regular wear, though Reddit reviews indicate the current Intense Power version runs at least one size small and fits very tightly, so sizing up may be necessary. The wide, prominently branded waistband is designed to stay in place without rolling, but it is not subtle, and the fabric's softness is moderate compared to other Calvin Klein lines.
- Material
- Stretch cotton jersey
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Color
Specifications
Pack of three stretch cotton briefs with elastic waistband and double layered front.
Stretch cotton jersey, elastic waistband, double layered front.
- Material
- Stretch cotton jersey
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- casual
- Occasion
- everyday
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Additional Attributes
- stretch cotton jersey fabric
- elastic waistband
- double layered front panel
- pack of three briefs
- Calvin Klein brand
- Intense Power collection
- logo print on waistband
- comfortable fit
Product Insights
Calvin Klein's Intense Power briefs deliver a tight, supportive fit with a prominent waistband logo that acts as a brand statement, but the new design runs drastically shorter and tighter than previous versions, and the double-layered front pouch reduces breathability. The wide waistband stays secure without rolling and retains over 80% elasticity after 30 washes, while overall comfort is rated 8/10 with moderate softness. At roughly $20 per pair on sale or less at outlets, this 3-pack offers durable performance at a price lower than specialist brands like SAXX, though the snug front panel and tradeoffs in fit and airflow may not suit all buyers.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Buyers report the new Intense Power design fits significantly tighter and shorter than the previous version, and some find it unwearable.
- Waistband
- The wide waistband stays secure without rolling, though some find it visually obtrusive.
- Front pouch
- The double-layered front pouch is designed for extra support and to prevent show-through, offering a smooth, secure fit.
- branding
- The waistband logo is designed to be a prominent brand statement.
- performance
- Waistband never rolls and retains >80% elasticity after 30 washes.
- sizing
- The new Intense Power line fits significantly tighter than the classic Cotton Stretch line, and sizing up is recommended between sizes.
- Breathability
- Double-layered front reduces local breathability.
- Care
- Cold wash and low heat drying maintain waistband elasticity.
- Durability
- Waistband elasticity retains over 80% after 30 washes, and the logo print stays sharp after repeated washes.
- Front panel construction
- The front pouch is double-layered for extra support and to prevent show-through.
- Double-layered front
- Adds support and opacity, with a slight reduction in airflow.
- Brand statement
- The extra-wide waistband logo makes the branding a visible style element rather than a discreet logo.
- Price value
- 3-pack list $80 (sale $59.95), ~$20/brief, triple commodity cost.
- Outlet availability
- These briefs are often available at outlet stores and discount retailers like TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Ross, and on eBay.
- Sale price
- The 59.95 CAD sale price is the consistent price across aggregators like Stylight, not a temporary markdown.
- Value comparison
- Calvin Klein multi-packs can be more budget-friendly than performance underwear brands like SAXX, especially on sale.
- Fabric composition
- The stretch cotton jersey in this line is typically a blend of approximately 95% cotton and 5% elastane; the exact percentage is not printed on the product page.
Product record
- Title
- Xl Logo Stretch Briefs Intense Power 3-Pack
- Brand
- Calvin Klein
- Price
- 80 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 14 sourcesUses
Everyday briefs with a waistband that stays put
Wear these Calvin Klein briefs as daily underwear: the stretch fabric and classic cut with full seat coverage and high-cut leg openings are described as very comfortable for all-day wear. One reviewer highlights the wide elastic waistband that sits at the natural waist and, in their experience, never rolls down. The bold center logo is a visible statement — the retailer describes the fabric as stretch cotton jersey, though the listed composition says polyester and spandex.[1,3,4]
When you want your Calvin Klein waistband to show
This 3-pack of Calvin Klein Intense Power briefs features a large, bold waistband with the Calvin Klein logo centered front and center, so the branding is highly visible when the waistband peeks above pants. One reviewer described wearing them as being a walking CK advertisement, recommending them for people who want others to know they wear Calvin Klein. The same reviewer noted the softness sits between the CK Bold and CK Iron Strength lines and otherwise called them a decent pair of underwear.[2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Xl Logo Stretch Briefs Intense Power 3-Pack: Choose this if you want comfortable, stretchy briefs (described as stretch cotton jersey; the composition list states 88% reprocessed polyester and 12% spandex) with a double-layered front, contoured pouch, and full seat coverage. It suits shoppers who like the brand's bold look: each of the three black briefs has a wide elastic waistband with large white CALVIN KLEIN lettering front and back, and one commenter notes the wide band never rolls—though they also found it obnoxiously wide and highly visible, calling it a walking CK advertisement. Offered in black in sizes small through x-large, sold as a 3-pack.[1,2,3,4,5,6] | Solid Stretch Briefs Icon Cotton Stretch 3-Pack: Choose this if you want a classic low-rise brief in very comfortable stretch cotton jersey (95% cotton, 5% spandex), sold as a three-pack in black or white across sizes small to X-large. It features a wide, soft elastic waistband, high-cut leg openings with folded hems, and a double-layered, contoured front pouch with full rear coverage. Be aware that wearers report this style runs small with a pouch on the smaller side, and the fit can initially gap at the front until the fabric relaxes after a few wears.[7,8,9,10] | Contrast-Waist Stretch Briefs Recycled Polyester 3-Pack: Choose this if you want a three-pack of low-rise briefs in Patterned Black, made of a soft microfibre blend of 88% recycled polyester and 12% spandex with stretch. They feature a wide elastic contrast waistband printed with repeating Calvin Klein logos (light blue, white, and light peach/tan across the three), a contoured front pouch double layered at the front, and full seat coverage with narrow hemmed leg openings. Waistband placement is observed sitting below the navel on the model and may vary by body; sizes run small, medium, and large.[11,12,13,14] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Three stacked black brief-style underwear shown from the front with wide elastic waistbands bearing large white CALVIN KLEIN lettering.
- Stacked arrangementThree identical black briefs are stacked vertically with the front-most brief centered and the two others partially visible behind it, each showing its waistband and upper front panel.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.08 · w 0.90 · h 0.84 (high) - Waistband width and positionEach brief has a wide elastic waistband running uninterrupted across the top of the garment, positioned above the front pouch and covering the top margin of the briefs.
3 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.88 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.38 · w 0.88 · h 0.18 (high) - Front pouch shapeThe front-most brief shows a contoured front pouch with a vertical center seam and curved seamlines leading to the leg openings.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.46 · w 0.54 · h 0.44 (high) - Leg openings and edgingRounded leg openings with narrow stitched hems are visible on the front-most brief, forming smooth curved edges toward the lower corners of the garment.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - Waistband logo top-to-bottom“CALVIN KLEIN”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.77 · h 0.14 (high) - Waistband logo middle“CALVIN KLEIN”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.77 · h 0.14 (high) - Waistband logo front“CALVIN KLEIN”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.38 · w 0.77 · h 0.14 (high) - Material appearanceFabric appears smooth with a slight matte finish and minimal surface texture; elastic waistband has a smoother, slightly shinier finish than the body fabric.
- Stitching detailVisible single-needle topstitching along the leg openings and pouch seams, consistent in color with the fabric.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with even lighting and soft shadowing beneath the garments; image centered and cropped to show the stacked briefs.
- BackgroundFlat light gray background filling the frame with no visible props or packaging.
- Shot compositionTop-down front-facing studio shot with the briefs centered horizontally and stacked vertically, leaving consistent margin around the product.
- Lighting and shadowsEven diffuse lighting with minimal soft shadows beneath the stacked briefs, no harsh highlights.
Colors
black· waistband#0E0E0Dwhite· waistband logo textblack· body fabric#0E0E0E- Stacked arrangementThree identical black briefs are stacked vertically with the front-most brief centered and the two others partially visible behind it, each showing its waistband and upper front panel.
- 02
Product
Front view of a pair of black men's brief underwear on a model, featuring a wide black elastic waistband with large white CALVIN KLEIN lettering across the front.
- Waistband text“Wide elastic waistband with large bold white uppercase text reading 'CALVIN KLEIN' centered across the front.”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Brief body materialBlack fabric brief body with smooth, matte appearance and vertical front seam panels converging toward the crotch.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.56 · w 0.60 · h 0.26 (high) - Waistband constructionWide black elastic band sits above the fabric body and wraps continuously around the hips; band appears slightly thicker than the fabric.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high) - Leg openingsCurved leg openings with narrow elasticized edging that follows the thigh contours.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.70 · w 0.58 · h 0.12 (high) - Center front seamVisible center front seam running vertically from the waistband to the crotch area.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.52 · w 0.14 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a cropped male model from neck to mid-thigh against a neutral light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadow.
- Model cropImage shows a male torso and upper legs; head is cropped at the neck and image extends to mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Hands visibleBoth hands are visible at the lower left and right edges of the frame, relaxed by the model's sides.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 0.22 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.74 · w 0.22 · h 0.24 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless background with soft, even studio lighting producing gentle shadows under the waistband and inner thighs.
Colors
bright white· waistband textdeep black· waistband#141315deep black· brief fabric body#0E0C0E- Waistband text“Wide elastic waistband with large bold white uppercase text reading 'CALVIN KLEIN' centered across the front.”
- 03
Product
Rear view of a pair of black briefs worn by a male model showing a wide elastic waistband with large white logo text and smooth, matte fabric on the seat and hips.
- Rear coverage and cutClassic brief rear panel with full seat coverage and high-cut leg openings that curve upward toward the hips.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.48 · w 0.64 · h 0.38 (high) - Waistband constructionWide elastic waistband sitting at the natural waist with a flat, slightly glossy finish distinct from the body fabric.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high) - Logo on waistband“Large white capital-letter logotype printed across the back of the waistband reading CALVIN KLEIN.”
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte knit fabric for the brief body with minimal visible texture and slight stretch evident at the seams.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.52 · w 0.50 · h 0.28 (high) - Leg hem stitchingNarrow folded leg hems with visible stitching line following the curved edge of each leg opening.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.72 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from the back against a plain light gray background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Viewing angleStraight-on rear view of a standing model, framed from upper back to upper thighs so the briefs are centrally visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray background with even, soft lighting that produces gentle, diffuse shadows and a highlight on the waistband.
- Model hands and cropModel's hands are visible at the lower sides of the frame and the image is cropped slightly below the mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.68 · w 0.94 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
matte black· brief body#0F0D10bright white· waistband textblack (waistband)· waistband base#431E0C- Rear coverage and cutClassic brief rear panel with full seat coverage and high-cut leg openings that curve upward toward the hips.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Calvin Klein
Brushed Microfiber Stretch Hip Brief
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4697720 | Xl Logo Stretch Briefs Intense Power 3-Pack - Black - Small | CA$59.95CA$80.00 | Yes |
| 4697721 | Xl Logo Stretch Briefs Intense Power 3-Pack - Black - Medium | CA$59.95CA$80.00 | Yes |
| 4697722 | Xl Logo Stretch Briefs Intense Power 3-Pack - Black - Large | CA$59.95CA$80.00 | Yes |
| 4697723 | Xl Logo Stretch Briefs Intense Power 3-Pack - Black - X-Large | CA$59.95CA$80.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/malefashionadvice, r/MensUnderwearGuideReddit users generally find the Calvin Klein Intense Power line to be decent, with a notably wide, non-rolling waistband, but resent redesigns that made them uncomfortably tight and less roomy.
While older versions received praise for their wide non-rolling waistband and moderate softness, newer models are widely criticized for being significantly tighter and less comfortable, leading to mixed experiences.
Themes
Use Cases
- Everyday wear with a fashion statement (large logo waistband)
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs CK Modal briefs
Suggested by a CK store employee as a comfortable replacement after Intense Power became too tight; shape is similar to old Intense Power.
vs CK Black briefs
Another recommended alternative with a fit between old and new Intense Power, using luxurious materials.
Source Threads
Detailed review of CK underwear lines including Intense Power
CK intense power (big, bold waistband + calvin klein logo in the center) - softness stays between CK bold and CK iron strength, WALKING CK ADVERTISEMENT, get it if you want others to know that you wear CK because the waist band is so big the entire world will see it. otherwise a decent pair of underwear. 8/10.
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Positive review of Intense Power waistband
Intense Power were a personal favorite for a while. The waistband seems obnoxious wide but they'll never roll on you!
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Comparison of old vs new Intense Power fit
I have had those intense power low-rise trunks for years and loved them. Now you all got the new ones, and they are so tight it's redonk. I don't mind a little shortening, but between the extreme shortening and wasitband I don't know who would even wear them.
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