100% cotton items will experience shrinkage from 5% to 12% depending upon the washing and drying methods. Manufacturers typically recommend washing in warm water and drying at medium or low temperatures.
85% cotton / 15% polyester blended boxers will experience 2% to 8% shrinkage depending upon the washing and drying methods. Manufacturers typically recommend washing in warm water and drying at medium or low temperatures.
100% silk boxers will experience minimal shrinkage. Manufacturers typically recommend hand washing in cold water and line drying for silk boxers.