New York - August 22, 2006

Brief Encounters

Steven Alan Women’s Boxers

Name the one thing a woman can’t wait to take off the moment she gets home from work (besides the fake smile).

That thong (tha-tong-tong-tong).

But that’s about to change with the introduction of Steven Alan’s boxer briefs.

Inspired by the simple, nonchafing men’s boxer and tailored just for women, the little shorty-shorts are saucy and sexy without any girlish frills. The plaid and striped numbers are made from the same fine Italian and Japanese cotton fabrics that Alan uses in his eponymous line of button-down shirts. And they’re so comfy, you’ll find it’s no longer necessary to rush home in a fit of discomfort.

So feel free to pull a Marilyn on top of the subway grates — without a cheek peek. Hang around after hours and join the boxer vs. brief debate. Or stand firm in your man panties and demand that raise from your chauvinistic he-boss.

If he says no? Just flash him your fake smile.

Available at Steven Alan Annex, 229 Elizabeth Street, between Prince and Spring Streets (212-226-7482); 103 Franklin Street, at Church Street (212-343-0692); 465 Amsterdam Avenue, between 82nd and 83rd Streets (212-595-8451); online at stevenalan.com.