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Platoon Tee / Washed Black

Name: John Elliott Platoon Tee / Washed Black
Brand: John Elliott
SKU: john-elliott-platoon-tee-washed-black
Price: 102 USD

T-Shirts

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The verdict

A washed-finish black tee at a step-up price; the finish suggests durability and character, though details are opaque.

Fit

Washed black typically means a relaxed, broken-in silhouette that settles in over time. Size true for a natural, comfortable fit.

Quality

Washed finishes usually imply pre-aged construction and slightly denser fabric than air-spun—expect better durability and color stability.

Price check

At $128, you're moving into a more refined tier. If the fabric matches the washed-finish promise, this is better value than the air-spun line.

Best for

Buyers wanting a black tee with visual character and longer lifespan; good for frequent wear and light layering.

Care

Wash cold and dry flat. The washed finish ages gracefully—further fading is welcome.

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What owners report about John Elliott t-shirts

Forum owners on Styleforum and NikeTalk discuss the tee range mostly as a fit question: most cuts are reported true to size, owners commonly size down one on the oversized models for a regular fit, and the Co-Mix and all-cotton versions are said to run slightly smaller than the other fabrications. Owners report little shrinkage because the fabrics come pre-shrunk, provided the tees are washed cold and hung to dry. Criticism of the brand centers on price and after-sales service: one detailed owner account of a John Elliott garment wearing through in the armpits after two wears concluded the brand "has incredibly poor quality goods" and reported the company ignoring repeated complaints across email and social channels.

Strengths: Owners report consistent, well-documented fits across the tee lineup with minimal shrinkage when care instructions are followed.
Watch out for: Premium pricing draws mixed value sentiment, and at least one detailed owner account describes a garment failing after two wears with no response from customer service.
Sizing: Most of the tees run true to size; size down one on the oversized models for a regular fit, and expect the Co-Mix and 100% cotton versions to run slightly smaller than the other fabrics.

About John Elliott's t-shirts line as a whole. Sources: The John Elliott Community Guide to Collections and Stockists — Styleforum · John Elliott — official affiliate thread — Styleforum · John Elliott + Co Thread — NikeTalk · John Elliott — expensive clothes poor quality and awful customer service — Well Dressed Dad