to navigate your wardrobe, read on to learn why and how to properly wear an undershirt.
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What Is An Undershirt?
Centuries ago, clothing wasnt as readily available or comfortable as it is today.
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One solution to constantly washing the already sparse clothing were undergarments.
The undershirt of the middle-ages is conceptually the same as the shirts were familiar with today.
Their purpose is simple, act as a means of protection between the body and other clothes.
Union suits are one-piece undergarments that cover all or part of the legs and chest.
The idea was originally in use for women but came of use for men in the blue-collar working class.
This way work uniforms could be worn multiple timessaving them time and moneyon necessary laundry items.
Over the years the undershirt has seen its share of changes.
During WW1, soldiers became tired of the miserably hot and sweaty uniforms.
Of course, undershirts still hold a valid purpose in our lives that a regular T-shirt cant compete with.
Ultimately it comes down to personal preference.
But it isnt ideal to have copious sweat stains or have to spend time and money laundering your clothes.
The added layer will insulateyour bodyand more heat isnt what you need.
Compression shirts can also be worn as undershirts.
If youre looking to hide your pecks or love handles, then compression shirts might be up your alley.
It all depends on when youre wearing an undershirt and what garments youll be wearing overtop of them.
An undershirt may look like a T-shirt but theyre going to be thinner and more breathable than regular T-shirts.
you’re free to find them in V-neck or crew neck shirts.
They will cut along the neckline and wont show any lines through the material of the outerwear.
V-neck shirts are good options if youre wearing a partially unbuttoned shirt.
This way your undershirt wont show.
Unlike the versatility of the T-shirt style, tank tops are somewhat of a one trick pony.
Tank tops feature short, almost nonexistent, sleeves and large armholes.
Because of this they cant offer the wearer as much protection against sweat as other options.
Tank tops should be kept tucked in and not be seen hanging out under your other clothes.
This gives an unkempt appearance.
Long johns are great options because of the added bonus of pants to wear as well.
The long sleeve shirt and pants combo is a throwback to union suits of yore.
They often feature moisture wicking technology that helps to keep you dry under puffy coats and sweaters.
If youre not feeling an insulating one-piece fit, then theres always standalone long sleeve crew neck options available.
Long sleeve undershirts still provide excellent insulation and protect your outerwear from sweat and odor.
Does Color Matter?
Short answer: yes!
Not all fabrics are entirely opaque, some are completely transparent in the right lighting.
White shirts are a major culprit.
Undershirts arent meant to be seen, so you should avoid wearing dark colors under your other garments.
If youre wearing thicker sweaters or darker shirts, then you wont have as many problems with color.
The neckline is the biggest concern.
If your undershirt does peek out, youll want to check that to avoid clashing colors.
Itsbasic white T-shirt is made from 155 GSM middle-weight single jersey and GOTS certified cotton.
The 100% cotton fabric keeps things comfy and breathable.
Breathable, cool, and antibacterial, the lyocell component guarantees superior silk-like softness and more durable quality.
The crew neck collar is perfect for wearing under a crew neck sweater or a dress shirt.
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Its lightweight, breathable, and stays neatly tucked into place.
The Mens Stay Tucked is built for comfort.
Its 100% cotton, soft seams, and is tag free to prevent irritation.
Fruit of the Looms shirtworks as both an undershirt and a T-shirt.
If youre looking to keep warm during the colder months, then this is the undershirt for you.
Its made of polyester and spandex to offer high levels of flexibility and comfort.
DEVOPS compression shirtis also lined with fleece and converts moisture to heat.
ThisV-neck shirtcomes in a multipack of long-lasting shirts, which makes for an economically smart purchase.
Youll be even more comfortable thanks to the tag free design.
Final Thoughts
The benefits of wearing an undershirt outweigh any reason not to.
Youll have to wash less clothes.
Some of these shirts need to be taken to the dry cleaners.
Having to wash them day in and day out is unreasonable.
Avoid the excess efforts and wear an undershirt.
Youll also feel more in control of your body and thats the most important reason of all.
