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Naked Airport: A Cultural History of the World's Most Revolutionary StructureAlthough airports are now best known for interminable waits at check in counters, liquid restrictions for carry on luggage, and humiliating shoe removal rituals at security, they were once the backdrops for jet setters who strutted, martinis in hand, through curvilinear terminals designed by Eero Saarinen. In the critically acclaimed Naked Airport, Alastair Gordon traces the cultural history of this defining institution from its origins in the muddy
Although airports are now best known for interminable waits at check-in counters, liquid restrictions for carry-on luggage, and humiliating shoe-removal rituals at security, they were once the backdrops for jet-setters who strutted, martinis in hand, through curvilinear terminals designed by Eero Saarinen. In the critically acclaimed Naked Airport, Alastair Gordon traces the cultural history of this defining institution from its origins in the muddy fields of flying machines to its frontline position in the struggle against international terrorism.From global politics to action movies to the daily commute, Gordon shows how the airport has changed our sense of time, distance, and style, and ultimately the way cities are built and business is done. He introduces the people who shaped and were shaped by this place of sudden transition: pilots like Charles Lindbergh, architects like Le Corbusier, and political figures like Fiorello LaGuardia and Adolf Hitler. Naked Airport is a profoundly original history of a long-neglected yet central component of modern life. "This charming history documents why airports have always been such intriguing places. Gordon wittily deconstructs air terminal architecture. . . . Here is a book with more than enough quirky details to last a long layover."--People " A] splendid cultural history."--Atlantic Monthly
"Gordon, an architecture and design critic, tells his story well, bringing to life some of the main characters and highlighting some of the important issues concerning urbanism and airports."--Michael Roth, San Francisco Chronicle "Gordon provides a truly compelling account of how airports had over the course of three-quarters of a century become the locus of not only modern dreams but postmodern nightmares as well. Don't leave home without it."--Terence Riley, director of the Miami Art Museum
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 05/01/2008
ISBN: 9780226304564
Pages: 305
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.06h x 6.45w x 0.66d
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★★★★★ 5
Great fit!
Size: Large, Color: Beige
Most comfy undies THANK YOU!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2026
★★★★★ 5
This are the best in men’s underwear. Modal fabric is the key.
Color: Black, Size: Small, Color: Black, Size: Small
Well I tried Hanes bikinis small and medium said to be the best seller. Maybe for a young boy but not for me an older man.
Tried numerous others and none fit like these.
The most comfortable of all I tried probably because the waistband being between mid and low and not so wide a fabric and fit the best.
The biggest thing I love about these is the pouch area being just right and the fabric is so soft. Modal is the way to go. Cotton bunches up.
Great quality and price. Can’t go wrong with these. Tried boxer briefs and trunks also and all to high waisted even when advertised as low, and the pouch area were bulkier.
Edited: The solid colors are ok for casual use only but not for sports. The ones with a fancy design are better. Bigger pouch area and a different style waist band.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Soft, true-fit briefs — great daily comfort, not ideal for workouts
Color: Black, Size: Large
I’ve been wearing these wirarpa modal briefs every day for about a month, and they’ve quickly become my go-to pair for daily wear. I previously owned the same brand’s boxer briefs for over a year, which held up better than any other brand I’ve tried, so I decided to test the brief version this time.
Fit and Comfort
The sizing was spot-on for me. The waistband is soft, not scratchy, and doesn’t dig in — it stays in place without rolling. The leg openings don’t ride up, and everything stays comfortably supported without tight seams in the wrong spots. I’d almost forgotten how briefs feel after years of wearing boxer briefs, but these reminded me why they’re still worth owning.
Fabric and Wearability
The modal material is silky and smooth to the touch. It’s perfect for everyday comfort and casual wear, but not the best choice for sports — it’s not highly moisture-wicking, so I wouldn’t use them for workouts or hot outdoor work.
Durability
After a month of daily washing, there’s no pilling, stretching, or loose stitching at all. If they hold up like my year-old wirarpa boxer briefs, I expect these to last far longer than most big-name brands.
Design Notes
These come neatly rolled in a sealed bag with no odor or chemical smell — a nice touch that shows some quality control.
Bottom Line
If you like a soft, lightweight brief that fits true to size and stays comfortable all day, these are a great value. Go for the boxer briefs if you want more coverage or plan to sweat in them, but for regular daily wear, these hit the mark perfectly.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Soft, lightweight, and comfortable
Color: Black,navy,burgundy,brown, Size: Medium
These briefs are soft, lightweight, and very comfortable for everyday wear. The modal microfiber material has a nice silky feel, and they provide plenty of room without feeling bulky. The fit is true to size, which is always a plus when ordering underwear online. Overall, a comfortable and well-made option if you want something soft and easy to wear all day.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Comfortable and soft
Color: Black, Size: Small
I purchased these in small. I have a 30-inch waist, and the small is loose on me. They are described as handmade, and to expect some variance, but there is a noticeable difference between individual items. Individually, they are well constructed, just inconsistent in size.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2026
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