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Browse all Stussy t-shirts →CALI GROWN TEE PIGMENT DYED
The verdict
Fit
Same relaxed Stussy cut. Pigment-dyed pieces may shrink a half-size if washed hot, so cool water is essential.
Quality
Cotton jersey with pigment-dye treatment, which gives mottled color and softness. Durability is good; the dye doesn't chip like screen-print, but color will mellow over time.
Is the price fair?
45 dollars is fair for pigment dye, a more labor-intensive technique than standard printing. Mid-market pricing appropriate to the method.
Best for
Casual wear for buyers who appreciate worn-in aesthetic and don't mind color evolution.
Care
Always cool water, inside-out; pigment dye runs slightly in first 2–3 washes, so wash alone or with darks.
What owners report about Stussy t-shirts
Owners describe the tees as midweight cotton that feels substantial rather than thin, with screen prints that hold up through repeated washing without cracking or peeling. Editorial coverage rates the line as durable for its price bracket, with most tees cut in a relaxed, classic fit. Shrinkage is the recurring owner concern — there is a forum thread devoted to it — and cold washing is the standard advice.
- Strengths
- Durable midweight cotton and prints that survive repeated washes, at a reasonable price for the streetwear segment.
- Watch out for
- Shrinkage from hot washing or machine drying is the most common owner complaint, so cold-wash and hang-dry care is widely advised.
- Sizing
- The cut is relaxed but reported true to size — order your usual size unless you specifically want an oversized look.
About Stussy's t-shirts line as a whole. Sources: Stüssy Graphic Tee Review: Honest Take on Comfort, Fit & Quality · Stussy brand guide: history, quality, price & design — Extrabux · Stussy Tees Shrinking? | KanyeToThe forum thread
