Uniqlo U Crew Neck Tee

Uniqlo U crew neck tee is a basic I keep buying in different colors because it does exactly what a $20 t-shirt should do. Fabric is a heavier cotton than the regular Uniqlo line, with a slightly boxy fit that sits between slim and oversized in a way that works tucked in or untucked. My friends who care about fashion wear it as a base layer under blazers and overshirts. My friends who don't care about fashion wear it on its own, so it serves both groups equally well. Collar doesn't stretch out after 10 washes, which sounds basic but is the reason I stopped buying cheaper alternatives. Christophe Lemaire designs the U line and you can tell because the proportions and color palette are more considered than a typical mall brand tee. I own 6 of them now in white, black, navy, olive, gray, and a rust color from last fall, and they have all held their shape. Seams are clean, the shoulder drops at the right point, and the hemline is long enough to stay tucked without being a nightgown. However, sizing runs about 1 size large compared to their standard line, so I had to size down. Uniqlo has figured out that reliability is its own kind of luxury, and at $19.90 per shirt the value is hard to argue with. I'd rather own 6 of the same well-made tee than 15 different fast fashion shirts that fall apart by spring.