The Bonobos has a close-knit cotton weave that is opaque and feels smooth against your skin, with solid stitching. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Cond Nast. It also had a gray lining on its collar that looked odd. But we found it shrank during testing by around 7 inches, more than other shirts at a similar price. Sizes: XS (30- to 32-inch chest) to XXL (47- to 49-inch chest)Cuts: Classic, Slim, TallOther variants: crew neck with pocket, long-sleeve crew neck (available seasonally), V-neckLengths: one. Why its great: The Uniqlo isnt fancy, but it gets the basics right, Jesse Thorn of Put This On told us. But the stitching was even and straight, and we didnt spot any loose threads or pilling, unlike on other shirts we tried, including the Bonobos T-shirt, which pilled a little. It feels like silk, but much more durable. For sizes smaller than XXL, you can pick a combination of crew neck or V-neck, pocket or no pocket, Slim or Standard, and regular or short, which is more options than for any other brand we recommend. It has a slightly off-the-beaten-path, vintage jersey look to it that we ended up loving. Martin Mulkeen, Global Commerce Category Director, A staple product at Noah and an essential workhorse in my wardrobe, the classic pocket tee is a high quality top for a solid price. For this piece, we focused on shirts marketed as for men, though they can be worn by people of any gender.
Many of the shirts we tested are available in a myriad of colors, but that didnt influence our decision because we were focusing purely on the white tees. It has a slimmer cut than most other shirts and a thin fabric thats slightly transparent if you look very closely. The brand's tees are insanely comfortable and long-lasting. Every guy has their own preferences when it comes to finding their perfect white t-shirt.
Not only does the Uniqlo run small, its also the only T-shirt we recommend that goes all the way down to XXS (it runs up to 3XL). It has the smallest chest measurements of the shirts we tested, and after a wash it shrank around 3 inches. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. To evaluate quality, fit, and comfort, I inspected 128 of them online, tested 36 in person, and consulted a panel of diverse and stylish men, including Choire Sicha, former editor of The New York Timess Style section; Jesse Thorn, founder of Put This On; Bruce Sturgell, founding editor of Chubstr; Alan Henry, Wireds service editor; and Wirecutter deputy editor Jason Chen. 
Justin Krajeski is a staff writer reporting on everyday carry at Wirecutter. The Uniqlo is soft and comfortable, but it still has some structure and heft. Michaels stocks the shirt for $10 reliably, but only up to 3XL, while it goes up to 5XL from other sellers.
We also visited a handful of retail stores in the New York City area (pre-pandemic) to test shirts for feel and fit. But anything that was more than $50 wasnt ultimately interesting enough to be worth the cost. The Goodthreads Mens Slim-Fit Short-Sleeve wasnt a strong contender; it wrinkled easily in testing, and the neck quickly began to sag. When it comes to style basics like crisp white tees and jeans, our staff have tried em all like its our job. However, both shirts come in slim options that may sit differently on the body (we didnt test them). But size up, because it will shrink. Kyle Hodge, Associate Director of Commerce, The type of white tee that you can only find in the back of the men's section of Kohl's or Lord and Taylor (or in the way back of Amazon). The cropped aesthetic here is on trend, and if that appeals to you, this is an attractive and comfortable shirt. This shirt is the only one we recommend with a physical tag, which is annoying and can irritate your skin. We considered how the fabric feltwhether it was soft and easy to wear or rigid and heavy. *At the time of publishing, the price was $7. We avoided T-shirts that had too-short sleeves or a scratchy texture. Sunspel has a loyal following for a reason. Or you could take a shortcut and follow the advice of the experts. All rights reserved. All products featured on GQ are independently selected by our editors. They were also too tight in the shoulders, making it difficult for me to move my arms. Of course, its by The Row. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. Tyler Tines, Sports Writer, Velva Sheen's signature tubular-knit style is cut from a soft cotton (with single-stitch hems) that fits trim and hits high on the bicep, making for a flattering silhouette that looks A-1 on everyone. But since its priced above $300, Id prefer that the shirt cleaned itself. Comfort: The feel of the fabric on our skin was understandably important. Some people may be turned off by the off-white color, but we quite like it. Another said hed be hesitant to wear it without something over it. Chubstr founding editor Bruce Sturgell said the Bonobos Soft Everyday Tee in size XXL fit him without being too long or billowy, and the arms hit at a good length on him. They're so affordable that you can get several of them12 to be exactfor less than $40 and rotate in a fresh tee whenever you feel like it. John Thompson is the Gear and Commerce Editor at Mens Health, where he covers fashion, grooming, gear, and technology.
Though there was nothing particularly wrong with the Mr. P Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt, the Rag & Bone Standard Issue Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt (no longer available), Theorys The Essential Tee, and the Todd Snyder Made In LA Broken-In T-Shirt (the Todd Snyder white T-shirt did have an unsightly tag at the bottom), they simply werent as good as our picks. And for the price, they're surprisingly well-made and can last a million washes. It was softthough not the softest we tested. Made with linenrather than cottonthis white tee is breathable and incredibly cool.
Subscribe now for unlimited access. Tuck these into some jeans and your look is finished. And all testers agreed that the Bonobos was more sturdily constructed and stretchier (and more comfortable) than some tees we tried that were twice the price. Good for activities. For the price, the Reigning Champ Pima Jersey T-Shirt (no longer available) was comfortable to wear, but it suffered from a couple of unique stylistic choices that we didnt love, including a tag on the outside of the T-shirt and thick black stitching. Though some of the other shirts we like, including the J.Crew, come in a smattering of cuts, lengths, and styles, the Bonobos shirt lets you mix and match more than any other shirt we found. Although the Save Khaki United Supima Crew Tee was too tight to be a pick, its a good white T-shirt for anyone whos particularly slim or who wants to try sizing up, but we thought a $50 shirt should offer a better fit. We started this guide with a list of 128 T-shirts, gathered from popular retailers, other reviews, and roundups. Its incredibly soft and typically used in the best mens underwear for next-level comfort, but it's also shrink-resistant with great stretch. We liked the Kotn Essential Crew for its slim fit and extra-soft feel. They were quite thin and didnt offer enough coverage on the sleeves. The Cotton Hemp Tee is woven with a blend of hemp and 4-oz. For all seasons, check out the 18 best white T-shirts for every mans budget and style. All I can say is that there's a reason all the mall dads wear this bad boy. We tested the Gap Classic White T-Shirt with our panel, but most testers thought it was too much like an undershirt and had oddly shaped sleeves. Im the style staff writer at Wirecutter, so I compare, test, and write about everything you can carry or wear on your person, from tote bags to sunglasses to T-shirts.
The New York Timess Choire Sicha noted that the tightness of this tee around his arms made his biceps look hot, which, to be honest, is a priority for me as well. Its cut slimmer and it fit more snugly than other white T-shirts we tried. If youre willing to do either of those things, we think the Kotn is a good-looking T-shirt thats comfy to wear. This does all three things, nothing more, nothing less. - Brett Williams, Fitness Editor, David Harbour Lost 75 Pounds for Stranger Things 4, Watch Brandon Perea Show Off His Superhero Skills, Theres Only One Place to Stream Deadpool Now, How to Tell the Difference Between Lust and Love, The 17 Best Loafers for Men To Wear All Summer, This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. For every occasion and budget, these are the top picks we swear by. It's a great choice for those who are prone to sweatingespecially in the summer. Although you could easily tuck it in, we prefer recommending something you can also wear untucked. And unlike most timeless style pieceslike leather jackets and tailored blazersa plain white tee can cost less than $10.
Despite what the care label tells you, skip the dry cleaner and hand-wash your cashmere at home instead. The Bella+Canvas is cheap, but theres a catch. Still, it wasnt quite as high-quality as the J.Crew or the Lady White Co. T-shirts we recommend. This is an extremely high-quality tee, replete with little details that show how much went into making it feel just right. Whether you dress them up or wear them out, great jeans are a sartorial MVP.
It is not truly white (its advertised as being milk-colored). Learn more. They still look more or less exactly the way they did when I first bought themnot a hole or stain or stretched collar in sight. Sizes: XS (35-inch chest) to 2XL (47-inch chest)Cuts: Standard, SlimOther variants: V-neck, pocketLengths: regular. In addition to its supremely affordable price, the Bella+Canvas Unisex Jersey Tee proved to be of decent quality during testing, with solid construction and nice stitching. Need a great quality white tee to wear to your 9-to-5? Don't shy away from getting this tee dirty. And because GQ isn't staffed by robots with carbon-copy bodieswe've got all sorts: tall to short, thick to lankywe all have different preferences and definitions for what makes the best men's white tee. That said, the Lady White Co. shirt comes in the smallest range of sizes of any T-shirt we recommend, from S to XL. The Charged Cotton fabric assures that in the gym or on-the-go, your white tee helps you stay focused with no need to sweat the small stuff (like sweat marks.). These things arent necessarily unattractive; theyre just different.
Why its great: The stretchy Bella+Canvas Unisex Jersey Tee is a decent-quality shirt for its low price (its the absolute cheapest option we recommend). Put this under a suit jacket or wear it by itself with ya gold chains, rings, and some grillz and watch people gawk just the same as if you had on Buck Mason or Tom Ford. The New York Timess Choire Sicha described the T-shirt as being tight in the chest, but not grippy in the stomach: You look more like an alley cat than a chunky unit, he quipped (which well note is a good thing). You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io, How to Buy the 'Scorpion King' Hoodie from 'Nope', Here Are the Best Boxers for All Types of Wear, Stranger Things Costume Designer on 80s Style, 10 Mens Cargo Pants That Look and Feel Amazing, 7 Sharp Golf Shirts for Men, According to Experts, Top Lululemon Deals at Huckberry's Summer Sale, The 17 Best White T-Shirts for Men to Wear Anywhere and Everywhere This Summer. The collar was just right, neither too narrow nor too wide. The Knickerbocker The T-Shirt offered a different look than any of the other white T-shirts we tested. You may want to consider sizing up. Its collar is more pronounced and bulkier than the flat collars on other T-shirts we tested. Noah Johnson, Style Editor, These (affordable!) Gerald Ortiz, Style Commerce Writer, The Gap pocket tee, baby! Or you could size way up. The shirt is then garment washed to create a soft, lived-in look and feel. The Lady White Co. shirt isnt quite a true, bright white like the other T-shirts we looked at.
Taylor Stitch is one of the best when it comes to channeling West Coast style. Wireds Alan Henry noticed its double-seamed hems, a sturdy feature that made him feel like he could wear the Bella+Canvas untucked without worrying about showing his stomach to the world. Its the perfect cut, the perfect weight and even the perfect shade of white.
2022 Wirecutter, Inc., A New York Times Company. The T-shirt was comfortable to wear otherwise, so if it matches your aesthetic preferences, its a good choice. Are you looking for something more sophisticated thats durable and soft like long-staple cotton? Together we discovered a universally praised white T-shirt of exceptional quality, a more-versatile shirt with a boxier fit, a super-soft slim-cut tee, an affordable white T-shirt that comes in many sizes, and (my personal favorite) an off-white, high-quality (and pricey) splurge. Its comfy enough and comes in the widest variety of sizes of any T-shirt we tested, from XS to 5XL. A white t-shirt is the most powerful clothing item a guy can own. Made from 100% USA-grown Supima cotton and cut, sewn, and washed in Los Angeles, this white tee is all about invoking prime Americana. by Christina Williams and Wirecutter Staff. To revisit this article, select My Account, thenView saved stories, You could spend hourshell, daysjust searching for the best men's white tee. This super-affordable, decent-quality shirt has a great size range. We may earn a commission through links on our site. Chris Gayomali, Articles Editor, Clean Summer Sale - Up to $200 off Dyson technology, Free standard shipping on all orders at Tuckernuck, Redeem Moda Operandi coupon code to save 15% off your first Trunkshow purchase, Order back-to-school shoes from $13 at Boscov's, Avail the music & entertainment plan for only $1 with this SiriusXM promo code, Up to 80% off select perfumes at FragranceX, 2022 Cond Nast. Rhone's Element tee manages to be form-fitting where I want it to be, while still being super-comfortable and never constraining. Has a pocket!
Still, I live by the tenet that if you love and live in something, buy it in bulk because you never know when it'll be discontinued. It's light enough to be an undershirt but heavy enough to wear on its own. The Bella+Canvas also shrank a lot when we washed and dried it, so make sure you size up at least one size or hang it to dry.
I personally have broader shoulders, so it fit well. The cut's just right: not skate-rat boxy, too long or too short. We independently review everything we recommend. To revisit this article, visit My Profile, thenView saved stories. Truly, the Goldilocks of white tees. Wirecutters deputy editor Jason Chen described it as how a T-shirt should fit. Chen, who wears a size M, also noted that the length of the shirt was perfect for tucking in, but it wasnt so long that the shirt looked sloppy if he wore it untucked. The American Apparel Unisex-Adult Fine Jersey Crewneck Short Sleeve T-Shirt, 2-Pack and Everlanes The Cotton Crew were quite loose around the neck, which we expect would worsen with wear. What they did offer were twisted seams and see-through fabric. Just make sure you scale up one size for a trim fit, and two for a loose fit, because these tees shrink on the first wash. Jon Wilde, Digital Director, Do not sleep on Kirkland Signature. For a dirt cheap T-shirt, the Bella+Canvas impressed us with its quality. The Banana Republic Authentic Supima Cotton Crew-Neck T-Shirt was a little scratchy, and it was more see-through than we like. These shirts are cut differently from ones that are for women in that they have straight seams, and are either the same size from chest to waist or with a very slight taper. It is made with a dense, smooth fabric that borders on being heavyweight, and it has a lovely cut, thanks to the seamless tubular construction. The J.Crew shirt comes in sizes XS through XXL, which is a decent range, though wed love to see that expand further. They're simple and trend-less, which means they go with everything.
Which is one reason why it has become the blank of choice for eco-minded fashion upstarts like Online Ceramics and Eden Power Corp.
The fabric is a little more transparent than we preferyou can see a shadow of a nipple, if you try (but you really have to try). Flaws but not dealbreakers: Not everyone loved the Bonobos shirts boxy fit, especially testers who wore sizes below XXL (one mentioned it was big and sloppy). Cotton is clearly a winner when it comes to T-Shirt fabric, but Under Armour gave their cotton tee a major boost with crazy quick-drying and stretch technology.
Many of the shirts we tested are available in a myriad of colors, but that didnt influence our decision because we were focusing purely on the white tees. It has a slimmer cut than most other shirts and a thin fabric thats slightly transparent if you look very closely. The brand's tees are insanely comfortable and long-lasting. Every guy has their own preferences when it comes to finding their perfect white t-shirt.
Not only does the Uniqlo run small, its also the only T-shirt we recommend that goes all the way down to XXS (it runs up to 3XL). It has the smallest chest measurements of the shirts we tested, and after a wash it shrank around 3 inches. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. To evaluate quality, fit, and comfort, I inspected 128 of them online, tested 36 in person, and consulted a panel of diverse and stylish men, including Choire Sicha, former editor of The New York Timess Style section; Jesse Thorn, founder of Put This On; Bruce Sturgell, founding editor of Chubstr; Alan Henry, Wireds service editor; and Wirecutter deputy editor Jason Chen. Justin Krajeski is a staff writer reporting on everyday carry at Wirecutter. The Uniqlo is soft and comfortable, but it still has some structure and heft. Michaels stocks the shirt for $10 reliably, but only up to 3XL, while it goes up to 5XL from other sellers. We also visited a handful of retail stores in the New York City area (pre-pandemic) to test shirts for feel and fit. But anything that was more than $50 wasnt ultimately interesting enough to be worth the cost. The Goodthreads Mens Slim-Fit Short-Sleeve wasnt a strong contender; it wrinkled easily in testing, and the neck quickly began to sag. When it comes to style basics like crisp white tees and jeans, our staff have tried em all like its our job. However, both shirts come in slim options that may sit differently on the body (we didnt test them). But size up, because it will shrink. Kyle Hodge, Associate Director of Commerce, The type of white tee that you can only find in the back of the men's section of Kohl's or Lord and Taylor (or in the way back of Amazon). The cropped aesthetic here is on trend, and if that appeals to you, this is an attractive and comfortable shirt. This shirt is the only one we recommend with a physical tag, which is annoying and can irritate your skin. We considered how the fabric feltwhether it was soft and easy to wear or rigid and heavy. *At the time of publishing, the price was $7. We avoided T-shirts that had too-short sleeves or a scratchy texture. Sunspel has a loyal following for a reason. Or you could take a shortcut and follow the advice of the experts. All rights reserved. All products featured on GQ are independently selected by our editors. They were also too tight in the shoulders, making it difficult for me to move my arms. Of course, its by The Row. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. Tyler Tines, Sports Writer, Velva Sheen's signature tubular-knit style is cut from a soft cotton (with single-stitch hems) that fits trim and hits high on the bicep, making for a flattering silhouette that looks A-1 on everyone. But since its priced above $300, Id prefer that the shirt cleaned itself. Comfort: The feel of the fabric on our skin was understandably important. Some people may be turned off by the off-white color, but we quite like it. Another said hed be hesitant to wear it without something over it. Chubstr founding editor Bruce Sturgell said the Bonobos Soft Everyday Tee in size XXL fit him without being too long or billowy, and the arms hit at a good length on him. They're so affordable that you can get several of them12 to be exactfor less than $40 and rotate in a fresh tee whenever you feel like it. John Thompson is the Gear and Commerce Editor at Mens Health, where he covers fashion, grooming, gear, and technology. Though there was nothing particularly wrong with the Mr. P Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt, the Rag & Bone Standard Issue Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt (no longer available), Theorys The Essential Tee, and the Todd Snyder Made In LA Broken-In T-Shirt (the Todd Snyder white T-shirt did have an unsightly tag at the bottom), they simply werent as good as our picks. And for the price, they're surprisingly well-made and can last a million washes. It was softthough not the softest we tested. Made with linenrather than cottonthis white tee is breathable and incredibly cool.
Subscribe now for unlimited access. Tuck these into some jeans and your look is finished. And all testers agreed that the Bonobos was more sturdily constructed and stretchier (and more comfortable) than some tees we tried that were twice the price. Good for activities. For the price, the Reigning Champ Pima Jersey T-Shirt (no longer available) was comfortable to wear, but it suffered from a couple of unique stylistic choices that we didnt love, including a tag on the outside of the T-shirt and thick black stitching. Though some of the other shirts we like, including the J.Crew, come in a smattering of cuts, lengths, and styles, the Bonobos shirt lets you mix and match more than any other shirt we found. Although the Save Khaki United Supima Crew Tee was too tight to be a pick, its a good white T-shirt for anyone whos particularly slim or who wants to try sizing up, but we thought a $50 shirt should offer a better fit. We started this guide with a list of 128 T-shirts, gathered from popular retailers, other reviews, and roundups. Its incredibly soft and typically used in the best mens underwear for next-level comfort, but it's also shrink-resistant with great stretch. We liked the Kotn Essential Crew for its slim fit and extra-soft feel. They were quite thin and didnt offer enough coverage on the sleeves. The Cotton Hemp Tee is woven with a blend of hemp and 4-oz. For all seasons, check out the 18 best white T-shirts for every mans budget and style. All I can say is that there's a reason all the mall dads wear this bad boy. We tested the Gap Classic White T-Shirt with our panel, but most testers thought it was too much like an undershirt and had oddly shaped sleeves. Im the style staff writer at Wirecutter, so I compare, test, and write about everything you can carry or wear on your person, from tote bags to sunglasses to T-shirts.
The New York Timess Choire Sicha noted that the tightness of this tee around his arms made his biceps look hot, which, to be honest, is a priority for me as well. Its cut slimmer and it fit more snugly than other white T-shirts we tried. If youre willing to do either of those things, we think the Kotn is a good-looking T-shirt thats comfy to wear. This does all three things, nothing more, nothing less. - Brett Williams, Fitness Editor, David Harbour Lost 75 Pounds for Stranger Things 4, Watch Brandon Perea Show Off His Superhero Skills, Theres Only One Place to Stream Deadpool Now, How to Tell the Difference Between Lust and Love, The 17 Best Loafers for Men To Wear All Summer, This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. For every occasion and budget, these are the top picks we swear by. It's a great choice for those who are prone to sweatingespecially in the summer. Although you could easily tuck it in, we prefer recommending something you can also wear untucked. And unlike most timeless style pieceslike leather jackets and tailored blazersa plain white tee can cost less than $10.
Despite what the care label tells you, skip the dry cleaner and hand-wash your cashmere at home instead. The Bella+Canvas is cheap, but theres a catch. Still, it wasnt quite as high-quality as the J.Crew or the Lady White Co. T-shirts we recommend. This is an extremely high-quality tee, replete with little details that show how much went into making it feel just right. Whether you dress them up or wear them out, great jeans are a sartorial MVP.
It is not truly white (its advertised as being milk-colored). Learn more. They still look more or less exactly the way they did when I first bought themnot a hole or stain or stretched collar in sight. Sizes: XS (35-inch chest) to 2XL (47-inch chest)Cuts: Standard, SlimOther variants: V-neck, pocketLengths: regular. In addition to its supremely affordable price, the Bella+Canvas Unisex Jersey Tee proved to be of decent quality during testing, with solid construction and nice stitching. Need a great quality white tee to wear to your 9-to-5? Don't shy away from getting this tee dirty. And because GQ isn't staffed by robots with carbon-copy bodieswe've got all sorts: tall to short, thick to lankywe all have different preferences and definitions for what makes the best men's white tee. That said, the Lady White Co. shirt comes in the smallest range of sizes of any T-shirt we recommend, from S to XL. The Charged Cotton fabric assures that in the gym or on-the-go, your white tee helps you stay focused with no need to sweat the small stuff (like sweat marks.). These things arent necessarily unattractive; theyre just different.
Why its great: The stretchy Bella+Canvas Unisex Jersey Tee is a decent-quality shirt for its low price (its the absolute cheapest option we recommend). Put this under a suit jacket or wear it by itself with ya gold chains, rings, and some grillz and watch people gawk just the same as if you had on Buck Mason or Tom Ford. The New York Timess Choire Sicha described the T-shirt as being tight in the chest, but not grippy in the stomach: You look more like an alley cat than a chunky unit, he quipped (which well note is a good thing). You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io, How to Buy the 'Scorpion King' Hoodie from 'Nope', Here Are the Best Boxers for All Types of Wear, Stranger Things Costume Designer on 80s Style, 10 Mens Cargo Pants That Look and Feel Amazing, 7 Sharp Golf Shirts for Men, According to Experts, Top Lululemon Deals at Huckberry's Summer Sale, The 17 Best White T-Shirts for Men to Wear Anywhere and Everywhere This Summer. The collar was just right, neither too narrow nor too wide. The Knickerbocker The T-Shirt offered a different look than any of the other white T-shirts we tested. You may want to consider sizing up. Its collar is more pronounced and bulkier than the flat collars on other T-shirts we tested. Noah Johnson, Style Editor, These (affordable!) Gerald Ortiz, Style Commerce Writer, The Gap pocket tee, baby! Or you could size way up. The shirt is then garment washed to create a soft, lived-in look and feel. The Lady White Co. shirt isnt quite a true, bright white like the other T-shirts we looked at.
Taylor Stitch is one of the best when it comes to channeling West Coast style. Wireds Alan Henry noticed its double-seamed hems, a sturdy feature that made him feel like he could wear the Bella+Canvas untucked without worrying about showing his stomach to the world. Its the perfect cut, the perfect weight and even the perfect shade of white.
2022 Wirecutter, Inc., A New York Times Company. The T-shirt was comfortable to wear otherwise, so if it matches your aesthetic preferences, its a good choice. Are you looking for something more sophisticated thats durable and soft like long-staple cotton? Together we discovered a universally praised white T-shirt of exceptional quality, a more-versatile shirt with a boxier fit, a super-soft slim-cut tee, an affordable white T-shirt that comes in many sizes, and (my personal favorite) an off-white, high-quality (and pricey) splurge. Its comfy enough and comes in the widest variety of sizes of any T-shirt we tested, from XS to 5XL. A white t-shirt is the most powerful clothing item a guy can own. Made from 100% USA-grown Supima cotton and cut, sewn, and washed in Los Angeles, this white tee is all about invoking prime Americana. by Christina Williams and Wirecutter Staff. To revisit this article, select My Account, thenView saved stories, You could spend hourshell, daysjust searching for the best men's white tee. This super-affordable, decent-quality shirt has a great size range. We may earn a commission through links on our site. Chris Gayomali, Articles Editor, Clean Summer Sale - Up to $200 off Dyson technology, Free standard shipping on all orders at Tuckernuck, Redeem Moda Operandi coupon code to save 15% off your first Trunkshow purchase, Order back-to-school shoes from $13 at Boscov's, Avail the music & entertainment plan for only $1 with this SiriusXM promo code, Up to 80% off select perfumes at FragranceX, 2022 Cond Nast. Rhone's Element tee manages to be form-fitting where I want it to be, while still being super-comfortable and never constraining. Has a pocket!
Still, I live by the tenet that if you love and live in something, buy it in bulk because you never know when it'll be discontinued. It's light enough to be an undershirt but heavy enough to wear on its own. The Bella+Canvas also shrank a lot when we washed and dried it, so make sure you size up at least one size or hang it to dry.
I personally have broader shoulders, so it fit well. The cut's just right: not skate-rat boxy, too long or too short. We independently review everything we recommend. To revisit this article, visit My Profile, thenView saved stories. Truly, the Goldilocks of white tees. Wirecutters deputy editor Jason Chen described it as how a T-shirt should fit. Chen, who wears a size M, also noted that the length of the shirt was perfect for tucking in, but it wasnt so long that the shirt looked sloppy if he wore it untucked. The American Apparel Unisex-Adult Fine Jersey Crewneck Short Sleeve T-Shirt, 2-Pack and Everlanes The Cotton Crew were quite loose around the neck, which we expect would worsen with wear. What they did offer were twisted seams and see-through fabric. Just make sure you scale up one size for a trim fit, and two for a loose fit, because these tees shrink on the first wash. Jon Wilde, Digital Director, Do not sleep on Kirkland Signature. For a dirt cheap T-shirt, the Bella+Canvas impressed us with its quality. The Banana Republic Authentic Supima Cotton Crew-Neck T-Shirt was a little scratchy, and it was more see-through than we like. These shirts are cut differently from ones that are for women in that they have straight seams, and are either the same size from chest to waist or with a very slight taper. It is made with a dense, smooth fabric that borders on being heavyweight, and it has a lovely cut, thanks to the seamless tubular construction. The J.Crew shirt comes in sizes XS through XXL, which is a decent range, though wed love to see that expand further. They're simple and trend-less, which means they go with everything.
Which is one reason why it has become the blank of choice for eco-minded fashion upstarts like Online Ceramics and Eden Power Corp.
The fabric is a little more transparent than we preferyou can see a shadow of a nipple, if you try (but you really have to try). Flaws but not dealbreakers: Not everyone loved the Bonobos shirts boxy fit, especially testers who wore sizes below XXL (one mentioned it was big and sloppy). Cotton is clearly a winner when it comes to T-Shirt fabric, but Under Armour gave their cotton tee a major boost with crazy quick-drying and stretch technology.