Wardrobe essentials: women’s T-shirts

AN EVERYDAY ICON, PERFECTED

The T-shirt has been a cornerstone of COS since the beginning. Designed with an emphasis on premium quality, unparalleled softness and comfort, the COS women’s T-shirt</u> collection offers a variety of signature fits that transcend trends and seamlessly blend into the everyday wardrobe, acting as building blocks throughout the seasons.

Each fit is meticulously considered to bring a sense of refinement whatever the style. The COS design team has perfected the slim-fit T-shirt for easy layering, alongside a V-neck T-shirt that adds a point of difference to the equally classic crew neck. Hand-feel and tactility are also key proponents of the collection; the weight of the fabric, the fluid drape and fine-tuning of the seams are assessed to deliver comfort from day one. Told through purposeful materiality and versatile cuts, the COS T-shirt has timeless appeal.

SLIM T-SHIRTS

The simplicity of a COS wardrobe staple, revised with the neatest fit in the T-shirt collection. Designed with a classic crew neck, the women’s slim T-shirt has a sporty, shrunken shape that contours the body, lending itself to layering and acting as a minimal foundation for the warmer months. It’s crafted from cotton with a touch of stretch for comfort and durability, allowing it to spring back to shape after wear. Note the ribbed trims with reinforced coverstitching to flexibly retain the fit.

V-NECK T-SHIRTS

The women’s V-neck T-shirt is a foundational piece with understated flair. The result of the COS design team’s detail-driven approach, each element of the neckline is finished with care, from the finely ribbed trims to the neatly topstitched edges. A relaxed shape brings a modern twist to the cotton-jersey piece, which arrives in foundational neutrals for endless styling potential with smarter separates.

LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRTS

A seasonal spin on a perfected COS staple, the women’s long-sleeved T-shirt</u> is a true essential for the transitional wardrobe. Crafted from cotton-jersey, amplified by a truly soft handle, this piece is particularly versatile when worn as a winter base layer – show a hint of the cuffs beneath a cashmere jumper – and works well as a summer foundation over a tank. The classic fit has a slightly cropped hem that encourages styling with high-waisted trousers.

HOW TO STYLE WOMEN’S T-SHIRTS

A considered wardrobe staple for daily life, nothing is more deserving of its icon status than a T-shirt. Its universal appeal makes it a wardrobe cornerstone, translating seamlessly from casual to smart with the switch of tailored separates. Notably sportier, the slim fit T-shirt works best with a classic pair of jeans</u>. The V-neck has a refined sensibility, working well with a blazer or suit trousers. The exaggerated shape of the oversized tee makes a statement with minimal separates, while the long-sleeved style is the perfect foundation to anchor layers during the transitional months.

HOW TO FIND YOUR T-SHIRT SIZE

The COS design team crafts every T-shirt with consideration, refining each piece for an exacting fit. Use our size guide</u> as a useful tool to align your measurements to each unique style in the collection. To find the perfect T-shirt size, measure the fullest part of your chest, and from shoulder to hem to determine the correct length.

WHY QUALITY MATTERS

COS is built on a foundation of exceptional quality and lasting design, which the T-shirt collection champions through luxurious fabrics that are fit for purpose – yarns are thoughtfully chosen by the COS design team, from high-quality Pima cotton to the soft handle of jersey, and T-shirt weights are considered, ranging from 115gsm to 340gsm. A lighter weight lends itself to comfortable layering, while a more substantial handle holds its structure and provides warmth – the benefit of having both ensures a wardrobe built for all seasons. Additionally, consider cotton blends with touches of stretch that help retain the shape of your T-shirt after frequent wear.

HOW TO CARE FOR COTTON T-SHIRTS

Pieces crafted from both 100% cotton and cotton blends can be easily maintained by washing by hand or on a machine cycle at 30°C or lower. Remember to pre-treat stains before washing by dabbing a small amount of stain remover on the area. For darker pieces, patch test on an inside seam to check the colour won’t be affected. You can hang cotton pieces out to dry to help prevent shrinking from a tumble dryer and save energy.

Maintain the softness of your cotton T-shirt by checking the label to see if there are any specific ironing instructions. Use the cotton setting on your iron (a medium to high heat) and prevent scorching by lightly dampening the T-shirt and using steam. You should always iron any T-shirts with prints, logos or vivid colours inside out and ensure to hang your cotton pieces after to prevent creasing.