T-shirts! T-shirts! quick ???

NicolesCloset · Aug 29th, 2008, 11:38 PM

I love wearing simple white t-shirts basic colors, like navy and black too. I love it! Like Nicole Richie and Jennifer Aniston. I know I am a bit boring,

but I just feel my best in this. I dress it up with a bag of course.

The problem is for some reason my upper arms always look too tight in the area making my arms look chub. Also, once I wash and dry any of my tees they shrink immediately. What are your favorite tees? Suggestions on the best tees ever and pics would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

caarlyntryl · Aug 29th, 2008, 11:42 PM

I like ShopBop's Bop Basics for the long sleeved v-neck tee. It's a really soft, nice cotton, and right now they're on clearance.

For regular t-shirts, I like Alternative Apparel's v-neck. The cut is great and the material is pretty nice.

Then, of course, James Perse and Vince make great t's.

laureenthemean · Aug 29th, 2008, 11:47 PM

I would wash them in cold water, and either tumble dry low or air dry. That should prevent shrinking. My friend swears by Nation Ltd., and they're having a sale right now. I am also a big fan of the American Apparel Deep V.

bunnybunny · Aug 30th, 2008, 12:36 AM

I love Kain t-shirts! They're a blend of modal & silk, so they drape the body beautifully with the perfect amount of slouch. Best t-shirts ever!

chinkee21 · Aug 30th, 2008, 01:03 AM

Bop Basics, C&C California, Vince, Michael Stars and my fave, Splendid!!

XoJUICYCOUTURE · Aug 30th, 2008, 02:20 AM

james perse!

NoraV · Aug 30th, 2008, 03:35 AM

I posted a similar thread for basic tanks. James Perse is great, and you can't go wrong with American Apparel because of all the color choices. My favorite is the sheer jersey deep v.

Lanier · Aug 30th, 2008, 02:22 PM

For v-neck shirts that I wear under hoodies or cardigans, my favorite brand is actually Hanes!

A pack of 5 is only around $6 -- they shrink to a perfect size when they are washed the first time and do not seem to shrink any more if they are washed & dryed again.

For a more "polished" looking t-shirt, I also love LNA, Michael Stars, and James Perse.

If you are worried about shirts become too tight or short, I would skip putting them in dryer, and just let them air dry on a flat surface.

Michael Stars has elbow-length style shirts, which are my favorite! I think they would help in making the arm area look slender

NicolesCloset · Aug 30th, 2008, 02:30 PM

thanks everyone , I am going to take a look at all the suggestions.

Charlie · Aug 30th, 2008, 03:06 PM

I am easy, i like Banana Republic, they dont shrink, they dont fade and they are not very see throught. Good quality for good price.

REYNALD0C · Aug 30th, 2008, 04:14 PM

I love American Apparel shirts. Theres soooooo many kinds! So many different neck shapes, colors, different types of blends and what not, blah blah. I like this deep v acid wash shirt. BUT the thing is they dont shrink at all and I soo want mine to shrink hahaha. Its too big.

mocha beans · Aug 30th, 2008, 04:34 PM

I like J Crew basic tees. They don't seem to shrink as much, and come in a bunch of different colors each season. To keep them from shrinking, I let them air dry until they are just barely damp, then toss them in the dryer on low for a few minutes, to get rid of the wrinkles. And yes, wash in cold water; I use the handwash cycle too.

NicolesCloset · Aug 30th, 2008, 05:30 PM

Well I ordered American Apparel tees the tri blend veck after looking at the modeling shots of the America Apparel thread. I received 30% off for being a first time customer. I hope i love it. I am 5 feet, so I hope the vneck is not that deep. Thanks everyone

Izznit · Aug 30th, 2008, 08:10 PM

^^The tri-blend pills easily. After a few washes it's pilling, but it's my fave and most comfortable shirt!

ETA: I'm wearing it right now

NicolesCloset · Aug 30th, 2008, 08:35 PM

Oh no! Pills? Maybe I should wash and lay out to dry? What do you think?

Aug 29th, 2008, 11:38 PM	#1
NicolesCloset Celeb Freak! Location: in a happy place!	T-shirts! T-shirts! quick ??? I love wearing simple white t-shirts basic colors, like navy and black too. I love it! Like Nicole Richie and Jennifer Aniston. I know I am a bit boring, but I just feel my best in this. I dress it up with a bag of course. The problem is for some reason my upper arms always look too tight in the area making my arms look chub. Also, once I wash and dry any of my tees they shrink immediately. What are your favorite tees? Suggestions on the best tees ever and pics would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Aug 29th, 2008, 11:42 PM	#2
caarlyntryl Fana des chausseurs Location: United States	I like ShopBop's Bop Basics for the long sleeved v-neck tee. It's a really soft, nice cotton, and right now they're on clearance. For regular t-shirts, I like Alternative Apparel's v-neck. The cut is great and the material is pretty nice. Then, of course, James Perse and Vince make great t's. __________________ Wishlist: CL Decolette black or otherwise, 37.5/38!!! CL Declic (any color!) 37/37.5 CL Very Prive nude, 37.5 Jimmy Choo Eliza (black or red), 37.5

Aug 29th, 2008, 11:47 PM	#3
laureenthemean CL Authenticator '08 Location: Los Angeles	I would wash them in cold water, and either tumble dry low or air dry. That should prevent shrinking. My friend swears by Nation Ltd., and they're having a sale right now. I am also a big fan of the American Apparel Deep V. __________________ See my shoes here! See my purses here! Join the revolution, list on bonanzle.com! Buy now, think later!

Aug 30th, 2008, 01:03 AM	#5
chinkee21 Member Location: Hong Kong	Bop Basics, C&C California, Vince, Michael Stars and my fave, Splendid!! __________________ YSL Besace in Faux Croc Eggplant (On the way!!) Gerard Darel 24 Hrs. in Tumbleweed Patiently waiting for my 2 pairs of Lanvin flats from Zoe

Aug 30th, 2008, 02:22 PM	#8
Lanier Eeek! It's a mouse! Location: The Southeast	For v-neck shirts that I wear under hoodies or cardigans, my favorite brand is actually Hanes! A pack of 5 is only around $6 -- they shrink to a perfect size when they are washed the first time and do not seem to shrink any more if they are washed & dryed again. For a more "polished" looking t-shirt, I also love LNA, Michael Stars, and James Perse. If you are worried about shirts become too tight or short, I would skip putting them in dryer, and just let them air dry on a flat surface. Michael Stars has elbow-length style shirts, which are my favorite! I think they would help in making the arm area look slender __________________ I the University of Georgia Last edited by Lanier; Aug 30th, 2008 at 02:25 PM.

Aug 30th, 2008, 12:36 AM	#4
bunnybunny Member	I love Kain t-shirts! They're a blend of modal & silk, so they drape the body beautifully with the perfect amount of slouch. Best t-shirts ever!

Aug 30th, 2008, 02:20 AM	#6
XoJUICYCOUTURE Member	james perse!

Aug 30th, 2008, 03:35 AM	#7
NoraV Member	I posted a similar thread for basic tanks. James Perse is great, and you can't go wrong with American Apparel because of all the color choices. My favorite is the sheer jersey deep v.

Aug 30th, 2008, 02:30 PM	#9
NicolesCloset Celeb Freak! Location: in a happy place!	thanks everyone , I am going to take a look at all the suggestions.

Aug 30th, 2008, 03:06 PM	#10
Charlie ♥CRYLATER3♥	I am easy, i like Banana Republic, they dont shrink, they dont fade and they are not very see throught. Good quality for good price. __________________

Aug 30th, 2008, 04:14 PM	#11
REYNALD0C Is a MAN, man. Location: Soul California	I love American Apparel shirts. Theres soooooo many kinds! So many different neck shapes, colors, different types of blends and what not, blah blah. I like this deep v acid wash shirt. BUT the thing is they dont shrink at all and I soo want mine to shrink hahaha. Its too big. __________________ my boyfriend wears the pants i TELL him to wear.

Aug 30th, 2008, 04:34 PM	#12
mocha beans Member Location: Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN	I like J Crew basic tees. They don't seem to shrink as much, and come in a bunch of different colors each season. To keep them from shrinking, I let them air dry until they are just barely damp, then toss them in the dryer on low for a few minutes, to get rid of the wrinkles. And yes, wash in cold water; I use the handwash cycle too.

Aug 30th, 2008, 05:30 PM	#13
NicolesCloset Celeb Freak! Location: in a happy place!	Well I ordered American Apparel tees the tri blend veck after looking at the modeling shots of the America Apparel thread. I received 30% off for being a first time customer. I hope i love it. I am 5 feet, so I hope the vneck is not that deep. Thanks everyone

Aug 30th, 2008, 08:10 PM	#14
Izznit and 5, 6, 7, 8	^^The tri-blend pills easily. After a few washes it's pilling, but it's my fave and most comfortable shirt! ETA: I'm wearing it right now

Aug 30th, 2008, 08:35 PM	#15
NicolesCloset Celeb Freak! Location: in a happy place!	Oh no! Pills? Maybe I should wash and lay out to dry? What do you think?