Men's Tees, Tanks and Casual Shirts

Matching the style to the day: tee, polo, tank or button-front

This aisle is organized by garment type, which is the first decision. T-shirts and tank tops are the casual base layer. Polos add a collar and a short placket, with a knit that stays neat without ironing. Button-front and button-down shirts are woven and dressier, and long-sleeve tees extend the range into cooler weather. Graphic tees, team and band prints, and plain solids all appear, so decide between a statement and a wardrobe basic before filtering color.

Fabric content, fit and size labels

Fiber content is usually stated, with 100 percent cotton common. Cotton is soft and breathable but can shrink in early washes. Sizes appear both as letters and words, so small, medium and large mean the same as S, M and L. Classic fit leaves room through the chest and waist, and slim fits are cut closer, so check the chest measurement on the chart. Printed designs last longer when washed inside out in cool water.

Questions about Men's Tees, Tanks and Casual Shirts

Will a 100 percent cotton tee shrink?

Cotton can shrink, mostly in the first washes, unless it is labelled pre-shrunk. Wash cool and avoid high-heat drying, or size up slightly if you plan to tumble dry. The care label gives the maker's advice.

What is the difference between a polo and a button-front shirt?

A polo is a knit pullover with a collar and a short placket of two or three buttons. A button-front shirt is usually woven and opens fully down the front, which makes it dressier.

How do I choose between classic fit and slim fit?

Classic fit leaves room through the chest and waist. Slim fit is cut closer to the body. Check the chest measurement on the size chart, and size up in slim cuts if you want freedom of movement.