Basic T-shirts, who doesn’t have a pile of them in their closet? These are T-shirts you wear under a shirt or you wear them as a regular T-shirt. Either way, it is an indispensable item in your wardrobe.
History of the basic T-shirt for men
A T-shirt is a shirt with short sleeves. Its name is derived from the fact that when you lay this shirt down on any surface, you will see it is shaped like a T. In the past, it was often used as an undershirt with a shirt or sweater. It was only considered to be a practical piece of clothing.
Until the 19th century, one piece underwear was all the rage. There was no separation from the underpants and T-shirt. However, in the following decades a real trend emerged. People started to wear the T-shirt separately as a fashion item.
It was not until the 1950s that the basic T-shirt was seen as normal outerwear in the streetscape. Famous actors like James Dean started wearing it and his fans followed suit.
The icons of the basic T-shirt
In the years that followed numerous other artists started wearing the T-shirt. From the Wu-Tang Clan to Eminem and from John Travolta to David Beckham.
Brand T-shirts
We have various T-shirts in our assortment. We have basic T-shirts in various colors such as white, black, gray, navy and beige. We also have fashion T-shirts from brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, NZA, Napapijri and many others. If you are curious about the full range of our shirts, please take a look at the Suitable website.
What kind of basic T-shirt do you wear under a shirt?
To answer that question we need to highlight several basic T-shirts. Each one has a nice name and as a rule of thumb: the longer the name, the deeper the neck of the shirt.
V-neck shirts for men
A T-shirts with a higher V-neck is ideal when you wear the top two buttons of your shirt open. This keeps your shirt invisible, but allows you to experience the same kind of comfort. These T-shirts can be found under the name Vita. The Vita is packed in a discount pack of six pieces and consists entirely of fine combed, organic cotton. The shirts are made of 150 grams of cotton and are processed with a so-called Soft Silk Finish. This makes the fabric feel soft on your skin and also smooth to the touch. The Vita has a narrow hem of only 11 mm. In addition, it is a slightly fitted modern fit, making it Suitable for everyone.
Do you like to show your chest a little? Then the deep V-variant is the shirt for you. Only you will know that you’re wearing a T-shirt underneath. This shirt is called the Vitaru. The Vitaru is packaged in a discount pack of four and also consists entirely of fine combed, organic cotton. However, these shirts are mixed with 5% elastane, giving the shirt a bit more stretch and is tighter around the body. The Vitaru is made of 175 grams of cotton and is also processed with the Soft Silk Finish. This makes this shirt feel wonderfully soft and smooth. The Vitaru has a narrow board of 11 mm.
O-neck t shirts for men
Aside from the V-line there is also the O-line. Are you used wearing a visible a T-shirt underneath your shirt or sweater? Then the O-neck is the right choice for you. There is a high O-neck, which is perfect for winter sports since the collar is high and tight around the neck. This shirt we named the Obra. The Obra is packed in a value pack of 6 pieces and consist of fully combed organic cotton. The Obra is made of 150 grams cotton and is, like the Vita and Vitaru, processed with the Soft Silk Finish. This shirt also feels soft and smooth on your skin. The hem of the Obra is slightly thicker, namely 17 mm. The shirt has a generous regular fit.
You can also choose a lower version. This one is still high, but it is less tight at the top. This shirt allows you to see just a line of the T-shirt, should you choose to leave a button open. This one is called the Otaru. The Otaru comes in packs of 2 and is also made of fully combed, organic cotton with 5% elastane. The Otaru is made of 150 gram cotton and is also wonderfully soft and smooth due to the Soft Silk Finish. The hem of the Otaru is 11 mm. The shirt has a slim fit.
Maintenance
When you have bought a comfortable T-shirt, we recommend to wash it once before wearing it. Never wash your white garments together with the colored ones to prevent the risk of discoloring them. Do you notice yellow stains in your T-shirt due to sweating? Read the blog about stain removal.
T-shirt of the future
T-shirts come in all shapes and sizes, but did you know that there are bamboo T-shirts as well? Bamboo is the material of the moment. It’s durable, comfortable, soft and it makes you feel like you’re not wearing a shirt at all.
The bamboo basic T-shirts are available in different versions, such as the V-neck and O-neck. The versions that were discussed above are also available in bamboo. This makes it easy for you to compare and see which material suits you best.
The convenience of bamboo
The bamboo men’s shirt is made of bamboo viscose and elastane (which gives the shirt stretch) and a little cotton. It’s so comfortable that it is often described as wearing a second skin. Even if you’re prone to sweating excessively, you will find that this shirt has your back, literally and figuratively.
Maintenance of a bamboo T-shirt
Because bamboo fabric is made of very fine fibers, it’s more sensitive than cotton. A short fine wash cycle of no higher than 40 degrees Celsius is recommended. A maximum spin at 1400 rpm is sufficient. It’s possible to iron bamboo shirts, but keep in mind to do this at a mild temperature. If you carefully maintain your bamboo T-shirts in this way, you can enjoy your T-shirt for years to come.
Bamboo is environmentally friendly
Bamboo is an environmentally friendly product. It is one of the fastest growing, biodegradable grasses in the world. It is grown without damaging the soil with chemical pesticides. This bamboo species is only used for textiles, it is not the same bamboo that is eaten by pandas.
Bamboo line
The bamboo T-shirt is just one example of the bamboo line. Aside from a T-shirt, you can also acquire bamboo boxer shorts and bamboo socks. This way, you’ll be on the road without discomfort.
Suitable for every moment
Because our T-shirts are made of organic cotton and treated with a soft silk finish, your T-shirts will stay pristine. If you’re looking for a comfortable T-shirt for every occasion and weather, you will be pleasantly surprised by our assortment of high quality T-shirts.
