MODUS VIVENDI

FAQs
About the brand
What is Modus Vivendi?
Modus Vivendi is a Greek men's underwear and fashion brand founded in 1989 by designer Christos Bibitsos. Every piece is designed, manufactured and finished in Greece — in the brand's own factory, by an in-house team — which is genuinely rare in the underwear industry. The brand releases two collections per year, each built around a distinct concept and accompanied by a narrative-driven campaign, typically shot in Greece. It's a brand that treats men's underwear as a creative medium rather than a commodity.
Where is Modus Vivendi made?
Greece — and entirely in-house. Modus Vivendi operates its own manufacturing facility in Thessaloniki and maintains a small team of in-house tailors. This level of production control is unusual for a fashion underwear brand and is central to the quality of the finish. It has operated this way since 1989.
Is Modus Vivendi a luxury brand?
It sits at the premium end of the market — comparable in price and construction to high-end designer underwear brands, but with a far more distinctive design identity. You're paying for specialist fabrics (sheer mesh, Dry Tech performance material, quality cotton), in-house Greek manufacturing, and design that pushes boundaries rather than following them.
Why does Modus Vivendi do narrative campaigns?
It's a defining part of the brand's identity. Each collection tells a story — the Abstract collection, for example, was built around the idea of the modern man suspended between surrender and strength, shot in Greece with ropes and marionette strings as visual references. This approach gives the brand an editorial quality that most underwear labels don't attempt, and it's part of why Modus Vivendi has sustained a loyal global following for over three decades.
The collections
What is the Modus Vivendi Abstract collection?
The Abstract is Modus Vivendi's sheer mesh range — built around an open-weave net fabric that's tactile, semi-transparent and visually striking. The abstract net print creates an illusional effect that enhances your physique while the lightweight 95% polyester, 5% elastane construction gives a barely-there, second-skin feel. It covers briefs, thongs, Brazilian-cut boxers and layered sets — where a charcoal brief and black thong are worn together as a single look. Available in Charcoal and Brown.
What is the Modus Vivendi Dry Tech collection?
Dry Tech is Modus Vivendi's performance range — underwear engineered for active use. The fabric is advanced moisture-wicking and quick-drying, with a breathable construction that keeps you fresh throughout the day or during training. Styles include a classic brief, low-cut brief, thong and jockstrap. Available in Blue, Red and Black. It's the most functional collection in the Modus Vivendi range — still well-designed, but built for wear rather than display.
What is the Modus Vivendi Heritage collection?
Heritage pays homage to traditional athletic underwear — classic cuts in a quality cotton construction, Black and White. It covers briefs, jockstraps and thongs. Where the Abstract pushes boundaries and Dry Tech prioritises performance, Heritage is the straightforward, well-made everyday classic. The same design integrity, a more understated execution.
Sizing, fit and care
Does Modus Vivendi underwear run true to size?
Generally yes, though the brand's fabrics often include elastane which gives a degree of flexibility across sizes. If you're between sizes, Modus Vivendi advise sizing up for a more relaxed fit and down for a tighter fit. Most elastane-containing styles adapt well — the mesh fabrics in the Abstract collection have good stretch, so they're forgiving across a normal size range.
How do I care for Modus Vivendi underwear?
This varies by collection. For most fabric styles, wash on a delicates programme at up to 30°C using a pH-neutral detergent. Turn delicate fabrics inside out before washing. Machine drying is not recommended — air dry in the shade to preserve the fabric and colour. For the Abstract mesh in particular, the delicate open-weave construction benefits from being turned inside out and kept away from direct heat. Do not iron directly — steam from a distance if needed.
Shopping at BANG&STRIKE
Is BANG&STRIKE an authorised Modus Vivendi stockist?
Yes — BANG&STRIKE stocks Modus Vivendi as an authorised UK retailer, carrying current collections. All products are 100% genuine. As Modus Vivendi releases collections on a seasonal basis, stock rotates — pieces sell through and aren't always replenished, so if something catches your eye it's worth acting on it.
Do you offer free UK shipping on Modus Vivendi orders?
Free standard UK shipping on orders of £50 or more.