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Browse all Norse Projects button-ups →Ulriken Oversized Cotton Linen Twill SS Shirt
The verdict
Fit
Oversized cut in a cotton-linen twill blend, short-sleeved for summer. Twill weave provides structure that linen alone wouldn't; linen adds breathability. Blend typically runs slightly stiffer than pure cotton until washed. Expect natural creasing typical of linen content.
Quality
Cotton-linen blends (often 60-40 or 70-30) age well and strengthen with repeated wear. Twill weave resists tearing. Norse Projects' finishing should minimize loose threads even in a more rustic blend.
Is the price fair?
Premium pricing justified by the linen content and oversized cut at a quality brand. Worth it for shoppers who want breathability and character over crispness.
Best for
Warm-climate or resort dressers comfortable with linen's texture and wanting a step above pure cotton in breathability.
Care
Cool wash for blends; linen content will wrinkle; hang dry to preserve shape.
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
