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Essential Tee

Lightweight SUPIMA® cotton fabrication

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Essential Tee

Lightweight SUPIMA® cotton fabrication

2398 Ratings Image of 5 stars, 4.69 are filled
2398 Ratings
$45.00

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    • FOR: Your workday commute and weekend travels, from meetings to meetups
    • FEEL: Always-soft SUPIMA® stretch cotton is lightweight and durable with bounce-back resilience
    • FAVE: Infinitely versatile staple plays well with literally everything, everytime
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    • 90% SUPIMA® Cotton/10% Spandex
    • BREATHABLE: Airflow moves easily through the garment
    • ALL-AROUND STRETCH: Provides ultimate comfort and mobility
    • Machine wash cold and tumble dry on low.
    • Imported.
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    • Relaxed with room to move or layer
    • High hip, sits at the high hip
    • Body length: Petite 21 5/8", Regular 22 5/8", Tall 23 5/8", Plus/2X 25 1/4"
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    Reviews

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    4.7
    4.7
    2398 Ratings
    93%
    of respondents would recommend this to a friend
    Ratings Distribution
    • 5 Stars

      1958

    • 4 Stars

      266

    • 3 Stars

      87

    • 2 Stars

      41

    • 1 Star

      46

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    Most Liked Positive Review
    5
    Great quality tshirt

    This shirt runs bigger than most basic tees since it's more of a boxy fit. I went a size down to an XS (I'm 127 lbs, 5'4", 34c), and it's a perfect fit. It still is loose and not too short. I have the pretty shade of green and just purchased the white with the fine grayish stripe. This one pairs gre...at with my white linen waist high Athleta pants. It can be left out where it hits at the waist with no belly showing or tucked a little in the front. Both look great. I'm 65 and like the regular sleeve length, rather than a cap sleeve. Wish this shirt came in many more colors as it will definitely be a staple with all my Athleta casual pants.

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    1
    Pleeeease bring back the Organic Tees!

    The boxy cropped fit of this essential tee is just not a good look for my 5'7" broad shouldered LONG torso HOURGLASS athletic figure. Athleta used to carry the organic tees that hit mid hip (couple inches below hip bones), the waist was slightly tapered in (it gave the tee some shape, especially if ...you sized down) and the material was light and airy AND it could be dressed up or down. You could wear it to the office. They were perfect to do a front tuck with joggers, jeans, twill pants or tucked in for a skirt. I have many many colors and would have kept buying them. The boxy cropped fit of this 'essential tee' does NOT look good on me nor is it functional. It accentuates my shoulders and not in a good way (think: football player). It hides my waist (I look like a rectangle). If i raise my arms, you see my torso. Cool air flies up this tee shirt in spring/fall so i am cold, which is ironic given the material on these is substantial. It's strictly a casual shirt (can only wear it at home), so not functional. I know the cropped style is 'in' but I feel it isnt a great look for everyone. WHY not offer the option to have a different style? A slightly fitted cotton tee that is NOT cropped? Something that gives shape but not tight (which is appealing to a wide variety of people). Just bring back the organic tees that Athleta used to carry years ago. Pleeeeaase. I can't wait until this cropped trend dies, smh.

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    5
    Goes under any jacket

    Submitted 3 days ago

    By anonymous

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    Comments about Essential Slub Tee

    This T-shirt is perfect

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    5
    Comfy staple summer t-shirt

    Submitted 3 days ago

    By anonymous

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    Comments about Essential Tee

    A very comfy t-shirt that is just the right length (not cropped but not too long for petite girls). The fabric is very soft and washes well. I have bought in multiple colours. It is a staple in your closet now.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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    5
    Comfortable

    Submitted 3 days ago

    By anonymous

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    Comments about Essential Slub Tee

    Love this shirt, fits well and is a great length

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    5
    Great for work!

    Submitted 4 days ago

    By anonymous

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    Height 5'6"

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    Comments about Essential Tee

    As a pilates teacher I needed a comfortable lightweight shirt that wasn't too oversized or too fitted. I also wanted to freely move (bend over, squat, lift my arms, etc) without showing too much! This ticks all the boxes and I'm hopeful it will last a long time.

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    5
    favorite tee

    Submitted 4 days ago

    By Cindy

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    Weight 130–140 lbs

    This is my new favorite tee! I'm 5'8", 136lbs and ordered small the fit and length are great. I have 4 colors!

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    5
    Perfect tee.

    Submitted 5 days ago

    By anonymous

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    Height 5'1"

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    Comments about Essential Tee

    Love these tees! I haven't tried the slub version as it's a noticeably different material. But LOVE the fit and the way the fabric lays for the regular version. I now own three! I'm petite but did not order the petite size, I find the regular size hits at the perfect spot.

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    5
    Easy every day Tee

    Submitted 5 days ago

    By anonymous

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    Height 5'8"

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    Comments about Essential Tee

    This shirt is great quality, light weight and fits great. #sweepstakes

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    5
    Perfect weight and goes with shorts and skirts.

    Submitted 6 days ago

    By anonymous

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    Comments about Essential Tee

    It a perfect addition to my spring and summer wear. Soft and comfortable.

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    5
    Essential

    Submitted 6 days ago

    By anonymous

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    Height 5'8"

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    Comments about Essential Slub Tee

    Beautiful fabric. Comfortable and clean. Easy to throw on with shorts, skirt, denim

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    3
    Not true to size

    Submitted 7 days ago

    By anonymous

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    Height 5'3"

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    Comments about Essential Slub Tee

    This fits really small. I got an XL and it was still tight; but, it is so soft and breathable

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