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Browse all Norse Projects button-ups →Espevik Check Oversized Shirt
The verdict
Fit
Oversized Espevik line typically features roomy shoulder and torso, designed for modern styling over fitted pieces. Check weave shows pattern evenly. Likely long-sleeve (no 'SS' designation), extending this iteration into shoulder seasons.
Quality
Check construction standard to this Norse Projects line. Durable weave with predictable shrinkage in the 2-3% range. Seams typical of the brand's baseline quality.
Is the price fair?
Positioned between the summer short-sleeve ($165) and premium poplin ($228), this mid-tier pricing reflects standard-weight check construction and reliable Norse Projects finishing.
Best for
Shoppers who want the Espevik check silhouette year-round and prefer long sleeves without premium pricing.
Care
Standard cotton care; wash in cool water to preserve check clarity.
What owners report about Norse Projects button-ups
Owners on Styleforum speak well of the shirting: one describes their shirt as "super heavy" and fitting "really well in the shoulders"; another reports their oxford "fits nicely and has a very durable and nice feel to it". Editorial reviewers likewise credit the brand for simple designs and craftsmanship. Company-level customer reviews are more divided on value, with some longtime buyers saying the materials no longer feel premium for the price and one reporting noticeable shrinkage after washing.
- Strengths
- Owners consistently report substantial-feeling fabric and durable construction in the shirts, with a fit that sits well through the shoulders.
- Watch out for
- The recurring complaint is price-to-material value — some longtime customers report quality that in their view doesn't match the premium price.
- Sizing
- Owners describe a regular, unexaggerated cut — "basic normal sized" in one forum report — and reviewers generally say the brand's clothing runs true to size.
About Norse Projects's button-ups line as a whole. Sources: Norse Projects Clothing? | Styleforum · Norse Projects Review - Must Read This Before Buying | Honest Brand Reviews · Norse Projects Reviews | Trustpilot
