tee shirt

Collarless cotton top

A tee shirt is a casual, short-sleeved shirt, typically of cotton, shaped like the letter T when laid flat.

The garment has no collar or buttons and pulls over the head.

Originally underwear, tee shirts became outerwear in the mid-20th century: He threw on a tee shirt and jeans.

Also spelled t-shirt or T-shirt.

garment

top

Uppermost part or surface

tanktop · blouse · polo · pullover · vest · hoodie · camisole · undershirt · sleeveless · crewneck

graphic

print

Transfer text to paper

  • logoCompany identifying symbol
  • designPurposeful creative planning
  • sloganMemorable promotional phrase

artwork · screenprint · transfer · band tee · vintage · statement · typography · illustration · motif · tie-dye

fabric

cotton

Plant fiber for textiles

  • jerseyKnitted pullover garment
  • knitLoop yarn into fabric
  • polyesterSynthetic petroleum-based fabric

blend · organic · bamboo · modal · linen · breathable · lightweight · soft · stretchy · ringspun

casual

relaxed

Free of stress

easygoing · weekend · leisure · simple · basic · effortless · unpretentious · comfortable · lounge · off-duty

style

fitted

Shaped to conform

slim · boxy · tucked · untucked · layered · knotted · cutoff · distressed · vintage · retro

athletic

sportswear

Clothing for exercise

training · moisture-wicking · performance · activewear · dri-fit · compression · breathable · quick-dry · exercise · warmup

Opposites
formality of attire

tee shirtdress shirt

Formal button-up top

button-down shirt · evening gown · three-piece suit · polo shirt · blouse

garment structure/design

tee shirtdress shirt

Formal button-up top

tailored shirt · polo shirt · henley · sweater · cardigan

garment construction/complexity

tee shirtcorset

Boned waist-shaping undergarment

doublet · ceremonial robe

Family

shirt, T-shape

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G