How Can You Tell If a T-Shirt is High Quality?

It is a common belief that quality T-shirts are expensive. In most cases, this statement is true. However, it is only sometimes true to say that all expensive T-shirts are high quality. Some big brands price their merchandise at a premium due to the brand equity they have built over the years, but the quality of their products can be mediocre at best.

Classic T-shirts are luxury T-shirts with built-in durability. Durability means your T-shirts won’t tear easily, nor will they wear out quickly. Therefore, a high-quality T-shirt is more than just a piece of merchandise; it’s an investment that pays off.

Instead of dealing with cheap T-shirts that shrink, fall apart, or need to be thrown away after a few weeks or months, you can have a durable garment that you can wear and look great in for a long time.

Don’t be afraid to wear a quality T-shirt because it is both functional and stylish. The classic T-shirt serves as both an undergarment and a standalone fashion statement. Breathable, comfortable, and lightweight, you can wear a classic T-shirt to bed or under your work clothes.

You can also wear them to the gym, on the court, or the sports field—athletes love the ability of classic T-shirts to help their bodies regulate temperature.

Don’t worry about ruining your classic T-shirt for fashion. After washing, your classic T-shirt will still look as good as the day you bought it, and the quality will not fade.

There are a lot of eye-catching T-shirts on the market, and some of them have very cool designs. However, it is difficult to distinguish between a good T-shirt and a low-quality one based on the color, shape, design, and print alone. To ensure that the T-shirt you bring home is of high quality, you need to check the following points:

一. Fabric

The fabric is the most basic factor in determining the quality of a T-shirt. Specifically, the way the fabric is woven will determine the lasting value of the T-shirt. If the fibers are loose or weak, there is a high chance that they will wear out quickly. However, if the weave is tight, it will definitely extend the life of the garment.

Traditionally, cotton is considered the best material and makes up the majority of T-shirts. But it would help if you determined whether the T-shirt you are interested in is made of high-grade or low-grade cotton. How can you check the quality of the fabric?

1. Check the Label

Most manufacturers will indicate the thread count or type of fabric used on the label. This information should reflect the quality of the T-shirt.

2. Touch the Fabric

Touching the fabric is a good way to check its quality. The high-quality fabric feels both strong and soft. Poor-quality fabric will feel like plastic.

3. Lift and Stretch

The transparency of the fabric will show its density. High-quality T-shirts will not be see-through. To test a T-shirt, hold it up to a light and stretch it.

4. Wrinkle Test

The wrinkle test is a good way to determine the quality of a fabric. Synthetics produce very few wrinkles, while poor-quality fabrics produce severe wrinkles.

5. Tailoring

The stitching of the fabric determines the shape of the T-shirt. The stitching method will determine how long the shape will be retained and how long it will last.

二. The following guidelines can help you judge the quality of a T-shirt based on its tailoring:

1. Seams

Turn the T-shirt inside out. A high-quality T-shirt will have straight, neat seams where it is stitched. The seams will be tight, and you will not see any loose threads. If you pull the seams from each side of the garment, the seams should be strong.

2. Hems

A quality T-shirt will have hems on both the sleeves and the bottom hem. The hem should be straight and well-sewn. If the hem is wavy or curved, it is poor quality and may last only a short time.

Men’s T-Shirts Should Focus on Quality Over Quantity

Many men wear regular T-shirts as part of their standard attire, while some try to save money by buying multiple cheap T-shirts.

Do yourself a favor, and don't be that guy.

First, buying those cheap T-shirts doesn't save you money. They only last a short while, then they fade, become stiff, and look bad. When you go back to the store to buy your next multi-pack of T-shirts, you've spent money on gas to get to the store and wasted time getting there, shopping around, waiting in line... and the cycle continues.

Second, quality matters. You can wear a cheap T-shirt around the house, at the gym, or while doing chores, but you can wear a better T-shirt to work or on a night out without looking like…

But feel free to sacrifice comfort for style. The perfect T-shirt will make you look and feel great on any occasion.

Even if you're mowing the lawn, you'll be more comfortable wearing organic cotton, which is not only super soft but also helps your body maintain a comfortable temperature year-round.

High quality doesn't have to mean flimsy. In fact, our high-quality solid tees are made to last and won’t shrink after washing. You can wash them repeatedly without losing quality. They’re also designed with drapes in mind, meaning they hug your body in all the right places while giving you room to breathe and move where you need to.

We’ve found that semi-slim-fit shirts work best for men. We have crew and V-necks, long and short sleeves, so you can be the best man you can be!

Final Thoughts

As great as the design of a T-shirt looks, you should check out the tags, stitching, and hem and make sure it passes the touch test. You want your T-shirt to last, so check out the quality before your next purchase. With the above tips, you should be able to pick out a quality T-shirt that’s made with quality materials and expert handcrafting.