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the price of a good t-shirt

October 21st, 2008 · posted by Jean Vouté Pratt in $ clothing tops

So, when did the price of a good tee go from being about $20 bucks to closer to $65-80? I think I could understand it if the t-shirt was made of such exceptional cotton that you could wear for more than a season. The cotton of choice these days is not much thicker than tissue paper, making it impossible to wear alone. So now, the price just went up $40-$50 dollars, because you’ll need to buy a tank to go underneath. Really? $120 for a tee and tank combo shirt? I’m slightly horrified by that number. Sure, the fit of the classic white tee has improved. It’s no longer a boxy boy t-shirt, but one that’s specifically made for a woman. I still don’t think it’s worth the price. Do you? How do you feel about paying around $100 for a t-shirt? And please let me know if any of you are “in the know” on where to get good t-shirts for less money. I’m anxious to hear your feedback!

tees in this observation:

  • James Perse two pack cotton t-shirts @ Net-a-Porter
  • Monrow basic Tissue V Neck in Plum @ Pink Mascara
  • Torn by Ronny Kobo eagle tunic @ Shopbop
  • LnA long sleeve button Henley @ Pink Mascara
  • Vavoom scoop neck short sleeve top @ C&C California
  • 2B FREE t-shirt @ Revolve CLothing
  • scoop back tank @ C&C California