![]() ![]() ![]() ASKETĪSKET makes high quality basics, sort of like a more premium Uniqlo or Everlane, but they have a unique sizing system. ![]() It’s available in three basic colors: black, white and blue. Right now, Under 510 only has one t-shirt style, a slim fit short-sleeve henley. You can see my full Under 510 review right here. In this case, they’re focused on everyone below average height, which is 5’10” in the U.S. Like Ash & Erie, Under 510 is another brand that makes clothes specifically for shorter guys. The sleeves fit in a way that’s comfortable but flattering, even if you’ve been skipping your bicep curls □ Under 510 It’s the right depth and shape for my 5’6″ frame. I also appreciate that the “V” isn’t too deep, which is often the case with traditional brands. You can choose from a v-neck or crew neck, both of which feature a slightly curved hem. It’s the perfect length and has a modern slim-but-not-tight fit. When it comes to t-shirts for short men, my top pick is from Ash & Erie. Here’s a list of places that actually make t-shirts that fit well on shorter guys. Remember to launder your shirt before getting it tailored to avoid any post-alterations shrinkage. This is a simple alteration that’s worth it if you shirt is expensive, or if you just really love everything about it (other than the fit). You can even get them taken in for a closer fit. Yup, you can have your t-shirts hemmed to a shorter length. Can you get t-shirts shortened at the tailor? Keep in mind, shrinking a shirt intentionally isn’t an exact science, so tread carefully. I’ve had a few t-shirts that were too long out of the box but fit perfectly after one laundry cycle. This old Gap t-shirt shrunk up to the perfect length. Tees shrink up, not in, which means they’ll get shorter by 1-3″ depending on how much heat is used. ![]() Do T-Shirts Shrink?Ĭlassic t-shirts are made from 100% cotton, so unless they’re pre-shrunk, they will shrink a bit when you wash and dry them. If it exposes more than a sliver of belly when you raise your arms up over your head, it’s probably too short (usually not a problem for shorter guys). If it goes past the bottom of your fly, it’s probably too long. Ideally, your t-shirt will end a couple inches past your belt or waistband, somewhere around mid-fly. When it comes to proper t-shirt fit, since most tees have short sleeves, we really only have to worry about the shirt’s length (from the top or the collar to the bottom hem). Here’s the good news: there are a few brands selling t-shirts that fit well on the shorter build.īut first, we need to talk about t-shirt length… Proper T-Shirt Length The vast majority of shorter guys simply settle for ill-fitting t-shirts, which is a real shame because this totally ruins your look, no matter what brand or colors you’re wearing.īut what are we supposed to do? Do they even make shorter length t-shirts? Most of them are just too long for men under 5’8″ or so. This is true for complicated items like suits and outerwear, but it’s also true for the basic t-shirt. Most garments simply aren’t made with the shorter guy in mind. Looking for a t-shirt that fits well on shorter guys? Here’s a list of places that sell shorter length t-shirts.Īll too often, short men have a tough time finding clothes that fit well off the rack. ![]()
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