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Browse all ESSENTIALS t-shirts →Womens Classic Long Sleeve Tee
The verdict
Fit
Likely the same loose "Classic" body as the short-sleeve version with long sleeves added — expect roomy sleeves that may run long, so try before assuming true-to-size.
Quality
Should be a straightforward heavyweight jersey long sleeve consistent with the brand's core line; nothing indicates anything beyond a standard basic.
Is the price fair?
$85 is on the high side for an unadorned long-sleeve tee, more brand tax than material justification.
Best for
Fans of the brand's oversized silhouette who want a layering piece under jackets or hoodies.
Care
Wash cold inside out and avoid high heat drying to protect the ribbing at the cuffs and neck.
What owners report about ESSENTIALS t-shirts
Reviewers describe the tees as heavier and more substantial than typical basics at this price point, which is called out as the line's main quality signal. The fabric is treated as delicate rather than tough: wash guides warn that heat from a washing machine or dryer can shrink the shirts, so hand-washing cold and air-drying is the recommended care routine. The cut runs boxy and oversized rather than fitted.
- Strengths
- The heavier cotton weight is repeatedly cited as the reason the tees feel like better quality than similarly priced basics.
- Watch out for
- The fabric is treated as shrink-prone under heat, so machine washing hot or tumble drying is flagged as a risk.
- Sizing
- The fit runs boxy and oversized; guides recommend sizing down one full size for a trimmer look, or staying true to size for the intended relaxed silhouette.
About ESSENTIALS's t-shirts line as a whole. Sources: Is Essentials Worth It? Everything You Need To Know · How to Wash Fear of God Essentials? | Crepslocker
