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Browse all Gitman Vintage button-ups →Widespread Royal Oxford White - Big/Tall
The verdict
Fit
Widespread collars are forgiving and casual; mitered cuffs are slightly more tailored than barrel. Big-tall sizing prevents the shirt from swallowing or binding an oversized frame.
Quality
Royal oxford improves with wear, softening while maintaining structure. Expect honest seaming and button placement, not meticulous finishes.
Is the price fair?
At 235 USD, straightforward value for functional sizing and oxford weight. No surprises or hidden quality.
Best for
Tall men who prize ease of fit and a fabric that becomes more comfortable as it ages.
Care
Warm wash and air-dry if possible to retain color. Light iron on the collar; oxford naturally resists wrinkling.
What owners report about Gitman Vintage button-ups
Owners report shirts that are unusually well made — made-in-USA construction with a heavier oxford cloth than most, which softens with washing and holds up over years of wear. Reviewers say the shirts feel built to last and improve with age. The recurring complaint is sizing: fit can vary substantially from shirt to shirt even within the same labeled size, enough that longtime reviewers advise trying on in person or buying only where returns are free. Price also draws grumbles — reviewers call the shirts expensive, though most concede the construction backs it up.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently praise the construction and the substantial oxford cloth, saying the shirts feel like they will last a lifetime and get better with age.
- Watch out for
- Sizing inconsistency is the recurring complaint — reviewers report shirts in the same labeled size fitting dramatically differently, along with a high price.
- Sizing
- Owners advise treating each shirt individually: fit varies between pieces even in the same size, so check per-garment measurements or buy where returns are risk-free.
About Gitman Vintage's button-ups line as a whole. Sources: A Tale of Two Gitmans (A Fine-Tooth Comb) · The Best Oxford Cloth Button Down Shirt (Typical Contents)
