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AIBU to ask if this t shirt actually exists?

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LatteLarrys · 10/04/2020 21:51

I want a very specific t shirt and can't find it anywhere ...

It mustn't be cropped but then it also mustn't be too long. I want it just on my hips.

Sleeves ... I want short sleeves but not capped. Just above the elbow

Cotton. Nice material and nice weight but not too heavy. Not see through. Not clingy but not baggy. Size 14 ish

And where is this t shirt? Beats me.

I have lots of Hush - they go shapeless and sleeves too short. Zara is the same. M and S is a no. New Look no.

Any ideas?

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LakieLady · 13/04/2020 10:21

These are great, but the colour range is a bit limited

www.seasaltcornwall.co.uk/clothing/tops/reflection-cotton-t-shirt-watson-green.htm

Seasalt stuff seems to be near indestructible. I've got Breton tops that are years old and still in great nick.

SapphosRock · 13/04/2020 10:23

Jigsaw. It will cost you about £40 but a solid investment.

confusednortherner · 13/04/2020 10:27

Next, think it was a basics one but bought it a couple of years ago and label has faded.

MinnieJackson · 13/04/2020 10:28

Boo hoo.com have some I think might work, also normally always have some kind of discount or free delivery

kingkuta · 13/04/2020 10:29

Really like the look of the anthropologie ones. @LyndaSnellsSniff what is the sizing like on those?
All Saints have reductions on quite a few if their tshirt range at the moment

Changedname78 · 13/04/2020 10:29

Ralph Lauren tops. They fit the description

nitgel · 13/04/2020 10:31

Jigsaw and levi

Tigersneeze · 13/04/2020 10:38

i buy my T-shirts in the men section as women's T-shirt have the horrible tiny sleeve thing - i want a proper sleeve to above my elbow.

usually menswear is also much cheaper, yet same quality.

tonsattingforbjudes · 13/04/2020 10:45

I have recommended the Whistles Rosa t shirt before. They don't twist and wash well. And so they should...they are £35.
However there's currently 25% off. I have 3, all bought when discounted!

www.whistles.com/product/rosa-double-trim-t-shirt-29957.html

nitgel · 13/04/2020 11:45

they're all out of stock Rosa Grin

uniqlo's tshirts are similar to that(nmeckline) \link{https://www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/product/women-uniqlo-u-fitted-short-sleeved-t-shirt-425953COL08SMA004000.html?LGWCODE=425953COL08SMA004000;136477;6475&utm_source=Google&utm_term=&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm9D0BRCMARIsAIfvfIblwDnP2zs1ANdu7W-TXqaU0x3WkgWqcua05Mz2DLWjohl1ABaTdQ8aApW4EALw_wcB\uniqlo U}

tonsattingforbjudes · 13/04/2020 11:53

Apologies for not noticing that fairly fundamental hitch!
When they restock, worth another look. They sell them every year.

nitgel · 13/04/2020 11:56

was going to post maybe they have instore d'oh!

tonsattingforbjudes · 13/04/2020 11:57

www.johnlewis.com/whistles-rosa-double-trim-t-shirt/white/p4846187?size=s

Some on price match at JL but they'll be popular no doubt.
OP might hate then of course!! Grin

EveryDayIsADuvetDay · 13/04/2020 12:02

Uniqlo
Lots of plain t shirts, variety of neck shapes.
The supima cotton is amazing, a good weight and washes well - I have several in different colours.
Good, very detailed size charts for each item - for trousers, the only place where you can check the width at the ankle.

MaggieDo · 13/04/2020 12:15

I've bought all sorts of plain t-shirts with my printing business (now permanently closed so I am not advertising!!) I made some holiday t-shirts for my Mum in one of the best I've found.

My Mum loved the t-shirt, she's is a size 14 and loved how they fit so I bought about 6 plain colours for her. Nice high neckline. Just a normal quality cotton t-shirt, not see through, washes extremely well - no pilling or mis-shaping. No funky design features like lace trim. Not expensive. They are seemingly hard to find nowadays.

Think she had a medium as a size 12/14 - but she likes a close fit.
Sorry it's from a supplier website, so it has a high delivery cost (£8). Look for it elsewhere to get it.

www.buytshirtsonline.co.uk/slim-t-p3916

This is not a ladies fit shirt so it does not curve in at the waist, it is unisex so but fairly short comparatively to other unisex. Mum's about 5'3 or 4" and liked the length.

Try getting one on ebay at a high price, and if you like it go direct to the supplier to get a few in a range of shades.

LyndaSnellsSniff · 13/04/2020 12:16

@kingkuta pretty true to size I’d say. I have a 12 and a 10 and both are good. I am large of nork which is why I like the v neck!

QuestionableMouse · 13/04/2020 12:25

www.bonprix.co.uk/products/pack-of-5-essential-v-neck-t-shirts/_/A-907030_10?PFM_rsn=browse&PFM_ref=true&PFM_psp=own&PFM_lpn=56

They're not the best quality but the sleeves reach my elbows and they're long enough to tuck in. I'm fatter than you but about your height. 🙄😂😂😂

moneysavingmama · 13/04/2020 12:33

H&M

Ariela · 13/04/2020 12:33

Men's slim fit should be perfect.

CeliaCanth · 13/04/2020 12:35

Petit Bateau. Lovely quality.

GrumpyHoonMain · 13/04/2020 12:37

Amazon sell fruit of the loom which are good

kingkuta · 13/04/2020 12:54

Me too LyndaSnellsSniff Grin
I'll stock up on them I think while they're 3 for £60.

WineOrWhine · 13/04/2020 13:03

Try Fatface. I love their 100% cotton, v neck tee shirts.

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