How mens bamboo t shirts should fit across chest and sleeve
Short answer: Mens bamboo t shirts fit well when the shoulder seam sits at the edge of the shoulder, the chest has a little room without flapping and the sleeve ends halfway down the upper arm. Three quick checks in front of a mirror tell you more than the size label alone.
How mens bamboo t shirts sit across the shoulders
The shoulder seam should sit exactly where the shoulder ends and the upper arm begins. If it sits higher up the shirt is too small, and if it sits down on the upper arm it is too big or deliberately loose. Viscose from bamboo drapes softly, so a wrong seam shows, because the fabric hangs crookedly from it.
Chest width and room around the body
The chest needs a little room so you can raise your arms and breathe without the fabric pulling. You should be able to pinch a small fold at the side of the chest without the shirt flapping. If it is tight across the chest the seams pull, and if it is too loose the fabric gathers in large folds at the waist.
Sleeve length and sleeve width
The sleeve on a classic tee ends halfway down the upper arm, covering the top of the muscle without squeezing. If it is too tight it pulls at the armpit, and if it is long and wide the shirt looks like a different cut. Bend your arm and check that the sleeve stays put without pinching.
Length and where the hem ends
A tee should cover your belt when you lift your arms but not hang over the whole pocket. The hem should end around the hip so you can wear it out or tuck it in lightly. If it is too short it shows skin, and if it is too long it hangs like a dress. See the choice under bamboo T-shirts for men.
Neckline and collar band
The neck should lie flat against the nape without pulling the shirt forward. A neck that is too wide hangs and shows the undershirt, and one that is too tight pinches when you turn your head. The rib at the neck keeps its shape longest if you wash gently and never hang the shirt wet by the shoulders.
Try it with the trousers and shoes you wear
Size looks different over jeans than over gym shorts. Try the shirt on with your usual clothes and walk around a little. Notice how much the fabric shifts when you move. Think too about whether you will tuck it in or leave it out.
When you fall between two sizes
If you fall between two sizes, think about how you wear the shirt. For everyday and office wear the smaller often looks neater, while the larger is nicer on days at home and warm days. The fabric gives a little, so do not simply choose the size with more room. Always check the size chart and measurements before deciding.
Fit in the rest of the wardrobe
The same thinking applies to the rest of your basics. A pair of bamboo socks for men should sit without cutting in at the ankle, and a bamboo tank top for men should lie close without pinching under the arms. Once you have found your size in one item it is easier to hit it in the next.
Frequently asked questions
Where should the shoulder seam sit on a t shirt
It should sit at the edge of the shoulder, where the shoulder ends and the upper arm begins. If it sits higher the shirt is too small, and if it sits down on the arm the shirt is too big.
How long should a men's t shirt be
It should cover your belt when you lift your arms and end around the hip. A shirt that is too short shows skin, and one that is too long hangs like a dress and changes the whole line.
Should a bamboo t shirt fit close or loose
That is a matter of taste, but both should leave room to move. Close looks neat at the office, loose is comfortable for everyday wear. Choose by cut and not only by size.
