JBS Bamboo T-Shirts – Guide

Short answer: JBS is Denmark's oldest underwear brand, and their bamboo T-shirts combine classic Danish quality with the softness and breathability of bamboo viscose. A JBS bamboo T-shirt is an obvious choice as an everyday T-shirt and as a layer under a shirt on cold days.

A Danish brand with a long history

JBS has produced underwear in Denmark since 1939 and is for many Danes the very definition of basics. Today the brand makes everything from underpants to T-shirts, and the bamboo line is among the most sought after. See the JBS of Denmark collection and the JBS collection.

Why JBS bamboo T-shirts are popular

The fabric is soft, breathes well and keeps you dry, so the T-shirt works at work, in leisure time and as a vest in winter. The same shirt covers three settings, and that is often what makes it end up being worn several times a week.

Size and fit

JBS cuts classic and roomy. If in doubt, measure yourself and check the size guide for JBS of Denmark men before you order. If you are moving from a slimmer brand, you may need one size down to get the fit you are used to.

The cut in practice

The roomy fit means the T-shirt falls straight without pulling across the stomach, and the sleeve does not grip the upper arm. In return it adds slightly more bulk under a shirt than a slim model, which is why one size down is worth it if it will mostly be a layer.

Compared with the other brands

The range of bamboo T-shirts for men holds several brands, each with its own fit. JBS is the roomiest, which is an advantage if you prefer space across the shoulders and stomach. The material is the same, so the cut rather than the fabric is what separates them.

Colours and models

The brand stocks the classic base colours all year and adds a few seasonal ones. Both a crew neck and a V neck are in the range, and the V neck disappears best in an open shirt collar. Choose a crew neck if the T-shirt will mostly be worn alone.

What to expect

A JBS bamboo T-shirt is an everyday garment, not a designer piece. It is made to be washed often and to hold its shape while it is. That is why it comes in the same colours year after year, so a worn out shirt can be replaced with its equal without surprises.

How to make it last

Wash at 30 degrees inside out and without fabric softener, and air dry. Bamboo viscose does not tolerate high heat, and the tumble dryer shrinks the fabric and makes the elastane brittle. Fold the T-shirt in the wardrobe, so the neckline is not pulled out of shape. See also bamboo t-shirt vs. cotton t-shirt and washing guide for bamboo clothing.