Cheap vs Expensive T Shirt [0:00:00]
Thomas: Looking most any man’s wardrobe and you’re sure to find plenty of t-shirts.
Ever since the 1950s, this classic has been a pillar of men style.
But, why are some t-shirts super cheap, while others cost five to ten times more?
Thomas, with Real Men Real Style here.
And in today’s video, I’m going to cover the differences between cheap and expensive
t-shirts.
First stop, let’s start with the fit.
One of the big differences between looking stylish in the t-shirt and looking like you’re
putting no effort is all about how well the t-shirt fits you.
A cheap t-shirt is going to be designed to fit as many body types as possible.
While it’s great for sales, it also means it’s not going to fit any specific body
type all that well.
For example, if you’re a thinner man, you’re likely going to have a hard time finding a
cheap t-shirt that isn’t way too big in the arms.
But, if you’re a body builder, it’s going to be tough to find a t-shirt that’s big
enough for your chest and shoulders, but isn’t super baggy in the waist.
Now, the more expensive brands are going to be made with the specific body type in mind.
So, may need to hunt around for a brand that will fit you well, but when you find it, it’s
going to be amazing.
That said, you can take a cheap t-shirt and alter it to fit you better.
Check out this video here, where I show you how.
Next stop, let’s talk about the material.
That inexpensive t-shirt is most likely going to be a blend.
Usually, a natural material like cotton, it’s going to be mixed with a manmade fiber like
polyester or rayon, which aren’t going to be as soft or breathable.
And even though it’s going to have some cotton in there, it’s going to be a low
grade one.
Basically, low grade cotton has a shorter strand than higher grade cotton and it’s
going to be rougher and less comfortable.
As well, that cheap t-shirt is likely to have a lower thread count, which is going to make
it feel less soft.
The more expensive t-shirts are going to be made for more exclusive materials like Egyptian
cotton as well as unique and super breathable fabrics like micromodal and bamboo.
Some quality tees may also have one to three percent elastane, so the fabric has a nice
stretch making it more comfortable to move around in.
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Thomas: The next place for cheap t-shirts is going to cut corners are in the dyes used
to color the shirts.
Cheap shirts are going to use low quality dyes, but you’re going to start to fade
after a few washes and wears.
Most t-shirts are yarn-dyed, which means the fabric is dyed before the shirt is made.
It’s inexpensive to do, but it means the final t-shirt is at a greater risk of shrinkage.
That high quality t-shirt is going to use a better class of synthetic dyes or more expensive
natural dyes like indigo.
As well, they’re more likely to be garment-dyed, which means the t-shirt is washed and dyed
after the shirt has been constructed.
This gives it a softer feel and means you’re going to have minimal shrinkage later.
Next stop, let’s talk about brand name.
There’s no denying it, the brand name on a t-shirt has a big effect on the price.
So, you’re likely to see a quality difference between a $5 and a $50 t-shirt.
A $500 t-shirt with a brand name is not going to be ten times better than that $50 t-shirt.
At that point, you’re just paying for the status associated with the brand.
Hey, guys, what’s the most expensive t-shirt you’ve ever owned?
Let me know in the comments below.
Next, let’s talk about the construction quality.
Most shirts are going to look fine on the outside, but if you flip it inside out, you’ll
get a better picture of how the shirt is made.
A cheap t-shirt may have loose or uneven stitching on the inside.
Don’t be too surprised if it starts coming loose after a few weeks or months of wear.
But that more expensive shirt, you should see more stitches per inch and it should be
neat and even with no loose threads.
It may seem like a small thing, but good versus poor construction quality means the difference
between a shirt that’s going to last you years and another that’s going to start
falling apart after only a few months.
So, should you buy cheap or expensive when it comes to your t-shirts?
Ultimately, it depends on your needs.
Just need an occasional t-shirt to lounge around the house in or wear to the gym?
Then, go ahead and get something inexpensive.
It’s going to suit your needs just fine.
But, if you’re someone who wears t-shirts as a primary part of your wardrobe, then you
would definitely benefit by spending a little bit more money and getting something that’s
going to look better and last longer.
So, now, you understand why some t-shirts are cheap and others are more expensive.
But, what about when it comes to your boots, what makes one pair $40 and another over $200?
Check out this video, guys, where I’m going to break down the differences between cheap
and expensive boots.
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