After testing nearly everything from Tommy John, we have no doubt that it makes the absolute best basics

While essentials like underwear and undershirts are often referred to as "basics," they're actually some of the more difficult pieces of clothing to get just right.

Founded in 2008 by Tom Patterson and his wife Erin Fujimoto, undergarment brand Tommy John was born out of Patterson's struggle to find comfortable undershirts that wouldn't bunch up under his dress shirts. He ultimately decided to make his own, an idea that snowballed into re-engineering boxer briefs and, eventually, a full line of undergarments, loungewear, casual clothing, and even business attire (an effort that has since been discontinued) for everyone.

With each updated design, Tommy John addressed the three Fs of clothing — fabric, fit, and function — to create more comfortable and longer-lasting pieces. Although the prices are considerably higher than other brands (men's boxer briefs range from $18 to $42 per pair and women's underwear ranges from $20 to $32 per pair), we've found great value and longevity in its styles.

Over the years, we've seen Tommy John grow from a men's underwear brand to a full-fledged clothing company with intentionally made pieces for all parts of your daily life. The Insider Reviews team has tested tons of Tommy John's products, from loungewear to dress shirts to underwear and bras, and we've been consistently impressed. It is easily one of our most-loved and recommended brands — and is only one of few brands that we collectively agree to be the best in its category every time.

Tommy John men's underwear review

The first product our men's style reporter, Amir Ismael, tried from Tommy John was a pair of Go Anywhere Boxer Briefs, and they single-handedly changed his perception of what it meant to be comfortable in underwear.

Since then, he's worn Tommy John Boxer Briefs in a variety of different materials and says they're all a solid choice for comfort, but which one is right for you ultimately comes down to preferences like whether you value breathability or silky texture.

They're slightly longer than most other boxer briefs, but that allows them to remain form-fitting, stay in place, and never ride up the legs from regular motion or heavy activity. 

As someone who's received an untold number of boxer briefs to test, Amir says he has a unique perspective on what's truly a good value, and that Tommy John is the one underwear brand he'll happily pay for.

Tommy John women's underwear review

Available in four styles — Thong, Cheeky, Brief, and Boyshort — Tommy John has a pair of women's underwear for everyone (at least, everyone who prefers feminine underwear). 

Just like all of its other undergarments, the brand offers each style in different materials like Second Skin, Air, and Cool Cotton for personalized comfort. We asked several members of the Insider Reviews team to test out Tommy John's underwear, and literally, everyone came away from the experience saying these are the best underwear they've ever tried, regardless of the fabric or style they chose to test.

With prices starting at $20, Tommy John's underwear is expensive. But everyone on our team will tell you that they are well worth the money.

Tommy John bras and bralettes review

After two years of research and development on important features like support, fit, breathability, and flexibility, Tommy John released its first collection of women's bras. All of them are wireless, but they don't sacrifice support for comfort. 

Available in a variety of styles (including bralettes), they aren't excessively expensive, at least not when you compare them to a single piece of the brand's underwear, which can cost up to $32 a pair.

Several members of the Insider Reviews team have tested them out and they're some of the best they've tried. The one downside is that cup and band sizes are limited, with a DD cup and 38 band size at the top end of most styles.

Tommy John loungewear and pajamas review

Named one of the best places to buy women's loungewear by our team, Tommy John delivers comfort in every one of its cozy pieces. Whether you're looking for soft-on-skin layers to keep you warm in winter or lightweight airy materials for staying cool in the heat, you'll find them here.

We particularly love Tommy John's Second Skin Sleep Joggers. They're super soft against the skin, non-restrictive, and feature two functional front pockets. Read our review on the Second Skin Sleep Joggers.

Tommy John's loungewear is on the pricier side, but we think it's worth every penny. If you want something lightweight, the sets below will be your go-to. The materials are stretchy, swingy, and soft, making them comfy to lounge in for hours.

We've tested a variety of styles for men and women and were consistently impressive with the quality and comfort.