A T-shirt is a universal item that is present in any wardrobe regardless of the gender and age of the owner. This item of clothing can easily fit into any style: from a business dress code to extravagant kitsch. Modern types of T-shirts are distinguished not only by a variety of designs, but also by an unusual cut and style. This makes them even more popular.
Classification of products
The T-shirt is a unisex garment. Most often, it covers the torso, upper arms and thighs. Embroidery, prints, appliques, lace trim, rhinestones, sequins can be used as decoration. It is worth noting that men's T-shirts are more restrained. They are decorated with prints, brand logos, and details such as a hood or a zipper are added.
The simplest classification involves dividing models into men's, women's, and children's. The latter are sewn from hypoallergenic cotton or mixed fabrics. All products intended for children must have certificates confirming the safety of the materials and dyes used.
T-shirts are classified according to the following criteria:
- presence and shape of sleeves (short, long (long sleeve), three-quarters, raglan);
- neckline (round, V-neck, square, collar);
- length of the product (maxi – to the middle of the thigh, midi – to the beginning, mini – to the waist);
- style (sporty, tight, oversized, elongated);
- the presence of additional details (hoods, clamps, lacing, slits, pockets).
T-shirt is a name that is used only in Russia. Football players were the first to wear them. The American version of the name is "T-shirt", which means T-shaped shirt.
Neck and sleeve modifications
The shape of the sleeve and neckline draws attention to the neck, arms and shoulder line. These details can highlight the advantages while hiding the disadvantages. The main thing is to choose the right style.
The most famous types of T-shirt necklines are:
- round neckline;
- V-neck;
- square neckline;
- henley (round with buttons);
- turn-down collar (polo);
- collar "yoke".
The most common are T-shirts with a round neck. They can be plain, multi-colored, with prints, inscriptions, decor. They are combined with jeans, shorts, skirts and even business suits, if we are talking about a classic white T-shirt or its analogue made of cream silk. Representatives of the stronger sex combine the described products with jumpers, jackets, shirts, and girls - with jeans, sportswear.
Men's classic - a model with a V-neck. This is a great option for a casual look, which can be harmoniously combined with chinos, a linen jacket, suede loafers. The main condition is the correct selection of the neckline depth.
Henley is another type of T-shirt for men. This is a simple model with long sleeves, no collar, but with a deep neckline with buttons. Most often it is sewn from thin cotton. This model is often chosen by those with an athletic figure, combining it with shirts, large knit cardigans, vests, jeans, corduroy trousers.
The model with a turn-down collar is called a polo. This classic T-shirt is present in almost any man's wardrobe. It can be worn with cotton shorts, slacks, linen trousers. The most popular shades are gray, white, dark blue. A long-sleeved polo looks good with classic jeans or chinos.
The collar-yoke is an innovation that has firmly entered men's design from women's fashion. In the first case, this detail is used in classic models, in the second it suggests a more sporty style. A square wide neckline is more common in women's styles. It emphasizes the beauty of the neck well, favorably highlighting the décolleté area.
What is a long-sleeved T-shirt called? This is a question that often arises when many people choose a product. We are talking about a long sleeve, a popular model with a number of characteristic features. The product is made of thin material and has sleeves from maxi to ¾ length. The long sleeve also has a round or V-shaped neckline and a fitted cut. A product with long sleeves can be worn in autumn, winter or early spring, wearing it under a warm sweater, sweatshirt or jumper.
The raglan model is also popular. This cut hides the width of the shoulders, and multi-textured or multi-colored fabric further enhances this effect. Raglan combines well with sports trousers, jeans, cargo or shorts.
Ties, lacing or ribbons can be located not only on the back or sides, but also on the sleeves. Leather, suede or denim are used as decorative material for sewing such T-shirts. This item of women's wardrobe goes well with colored jeans, shorts, skirts (mini, pencil).
A simple tank top made of lightweight cotton is indispensable for summer. Models with interesting designs and decorations go well with short shorts, jeggings, skirts, and plain ones go well with sweaters, jumpers, and shirts. In essence, a tank top is a sleeveless T-shirt for women and men that fits in well with both casual and sporty styles.
Tops are shortened types of vests or T-shirts. This type of product is most popular among teenagers and girls. In women's wardrobes, they are presented in a variety of variations: crop tops, bustiers, singlets. Men's styles are most often included in sportswear lines, they are complemented by tank tops.
Current women's models
The range of women's products is varied. The following types of T-shirts are the most popular among the fairer sex:
- Long. Such models include, for example, oversize. Wide T-shirts suit both thin and plump girls, can be an alternative to a mini-dress, tunic. The combination of long models and short shorts, jeggings or thick tights is in trend.
- Short. Crop tops have been holding the leading positions in summer clothing for the third year, but only those with a slim figure can afford such things. Harmonious combinations with skirts with a high waistline, trousers, and shorts.
- Wide. Combine with straight-cut jeans and denim shorts. Women choose such models for their versatility. Such a style can be worn by girls of any build, but only tall ones. Petite ladies in such a cut will look too bulky.
- Longsleeves. Translated from English, this means "long sleeve". Perfectly combined with jeans, sports trousers, thin breeches.
- Tight. Posture and harmonious body proportions are the requirements of this style. The tight effect is achieved by adding elastane to the composition. Jeggings, a half-sun skirt, and mini-shorts will make a good pair.
- With a collar. Polo is not as popular with girls as with men. A women's T-shirt of this type is combined with trousers and a straight skirt, often worn under a suit as a replacement for a classic blouse. Polo with long sleeves is worn most often in the autumn-winter season.
- With slits, asymmetry or fringe. For youth options, an elongated T-shirt with various decor is typical. They go well with "ripped" jeans, printed leggings, leather trousers.
- T-shirts. Among the products there are a variety of models: sports, summer, beach, with a neckline, slits. Elongated types of women's T-shirts will suit ladies of large build, wrestling shorts and sports tops can be safely worn to the gym, and items with a hood in combination with a denim jacket are ideal for a walk on a cool evening.
- Two-piece suits. The models are made from different materials, the lower part can be tight and long, and the upper part can be loose, short, etc. Such things are often worn with dropped shoulders. Two-piece suits look good with jeans, shorts, and are recommended for both skinny and plump girls.
- With an open back, weaves, various straps. From the front they look like regular T-shirts, but once you take off your jacket or sweater, attention from the opposite sex is guaranteed. They go well with shorts, jeans, and are suitable for slender girls with good skin.
The sleeve in women's models is more modified. It can be a straight cut (short, long, three-quarter), tulip, lantern, flutter or kimono.
Fashionable men's styles
Fashion for the stronger sex takes into account all modern tendencies and trends. The following types of men's T-shirts are popular.
- Polo. A versatile model that replaces a shirt. One of its variants, rugby, can be worn for a walk, a trip out of town, or a football match.
- Henley. Former underwear turned into everyday wear. Pairs well with knitted cardigans and thick sweaters.
- Elongated. A common youth option. Models with slits are very popular. Long T-shirts go well with jeans, sports pants, leather pants.
- With a hood. The sports model of this style can be equipped with short or long sleeves, prints, a pocket at the bottom in the form of a shelf. Worn with wide trousers, knitted shorts.
- Asymmetrical. The trend has been going on for several years now, attracting with its simplicity coupled with originality. Long and short models can be used in any look. Designer T-shirts are decorated with leather inserts, zippers, prints and buttons.
- With a detachable collar. The model appeared immediately after the denim jackets that gained popularity. The contrasting turn-down collar can be transformed into a stand-up collar after minimal manipulation. “2 in 1” items are most in demand among men.
- Long sleeves. The classic version is made of high-quality plain cotton. The decor is minimal, for example, a small logo or inscription on the chest. Modern models are decorated with a variety of photo prints. Products with three-quarter sleeves, hoods, and non-standard trim of the bottom edge are in demand.
- With a deep neckline. Quite a controversial model, requiring an athletic build. The main differences are the monochromatic color and minimal decor.
In addition to the items described, classic sports T-shirts, oversized models, so beloved by modern youth, and tight-fitting options are no less in demand. In clothing departments, you can also find items with dropped shoulders. Thanks to such a variety, a man of any age will find a suitable item, and for this you do not need to know what a long-cut T-shirt is called.
Materials of manufacture
The materials chosen for sewing T-shirts are very diverse. The main requirements for textiles are: comfort in wearing and ease of care. Most often, products are sewn from the following types of fabrics.
- cotton (100%) – breathable, hygroscopic, hypoallergenic. Disadvantage – weak wear resistance;
- viscose – hygienic, pleasant to the body. Disadvantages: short life, quick loss of appearance;
- mixed composition fabric (cotton + polyester, cotton + elastane) – combines breathability with wear resistance;
- linen - durable, but not very comfortable to wear;
- polyester – wear-resistant, easy to care for, resistant to dirt. Disadvantages: electrification, rigidity, poor air permeability;
- Silk is aesthetic, comfortable, but very delicate and requires careful care. The main disadvantage is its high cost.
The fabric is selected depending on the model. Cotton with added silk is often used for designer items. Cotton jersey containing wool fibers is more suitable for warm long sleeves.
Design and style
A T-shirt is a sportswear item, but modern fashion designers often use it in a variety of looks, complementing it with an unusual design, cut, and style. The main requirement for products is convenience. Sports T-shirts are made of cotton with elastane, stretch well, fit the figure, and do not interfere with movement. Much attention is paid to the finishing of seams, the edges of sleeves and bottom, but the design of the products is quite simple. Preference is given to single-color models with logos of sports brands.
The design of everyday T-shirts is more diverse. Rich pure colors coexist with cut features (asymmetry, cuts, inserts). Multi-textured materials (cotton, leather, denim, mesh), unusual decor (zippers) are actively used.
Elegant women's models are sewn from silk or satin, decorated with embroidery, sequins, rhinestones, transparent inserts. The presence of rich decor suggests restraint in color. If in recent decades attention was paid to the shape of the collar, then modern designers increasingly look at the processing of the bottom and the overall style.
Wide kimono sleeves, asymmetry, side slits – these are the trends of youth fashion.
Colors and prints
The most common type of decor is prints. Animal motifs, images located on the entire surface of the product, anime characters, large inscriptions in English or Russian are in trend. Retro style in black and white or with bright accents on a plain background is still popular. Universal colors are in constant demand: black, white, gray. Ethnic ornaments, colorful stains, clear graphics, polygonal patterns are popular. The main feature of fashionable colors is the rich tones of the natural palette. Neon shades are a trend of the last season, which is gradually being forgotten.
A T-shirt is a universal wardrobe item that easily fits into almost any style and is popular among people of any gender and age. The variety of models allows you to choose items for both going to the gym and for a club party. The main condition is to take into account the body type and style features.
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