Different T Shirt Styles Explained

The most popular style of T-shirt. Also known as the classic T-shirt. Apparently the name came from a style of jumper that rowers used to wear. A crewneck features a high neckline usually with some ribbing around the neck to help keep its shape. It’s a super versatile style and a total wardrobe staple. Festivals? Check. Pub quizzes? Check. Date night? Check.

V-neck T-shirts

It sounds fairly obvious, but a V-neck T-shirt has a V-shaped neckline in the front, dipping down a bit. The depth of the V can be different depending on what you like. This style is popular with people who have round faces (like a certain ex-Mayor of London, ex-PM, Boris Johnson) as they can help to give an elongated look. But they’re also good if you hate the feeling of wearing high-necked collars.

Looking to add a little bit of formality to your casual outfits? Polo shirts are the answer. They feature a collar and a button placket down the front of the shirt – usually only a few buttons long. They’re made from comfortable fabrics because they were originally designed for athletes such as golf and, surprise, surprise, polo players.

Henley T-shirts

Also called Y-necks (because the neckline and button placket look like a Y). Apparently Henleys are so-called because they were the uniform of rowers on the Henley-on-Thames river. They’re pretty casual but can give a more put-together look to your outfit than just a plain T-shirt. And often help accentuate your features – you won’t catch us complaining about that.

More casual and rugged, with a “gives zero Fs” style. The neckline on a scoop neck is kind of like a crew neck but bigger. Scoopier. And usually comes down past your collarbones. It’s a good choice if you don’t like your T-shirt showing above the neckline of a jumper.

Boat neck T-shirts

Boat necks have high, wide, horizontal necklines that go right across your collarbones. They’re most common in womenswear but can be found in menswear, too. They can have a more elegant silhouette, so are great for wearing to fancier occasions. Like your mate Dave’s sister’s summer BBQ or something. Don’t forget the crate of Beavertown!

Also called a regular cut T-shirt, neither too tight nor too loose, perfectly designed for everyday wear. Perfect for wearing with anything – tuck into a skirt or wear with your favourite baggy jeans. The T-Shirt features a crew neckline, soft breathable organic cotton fabric, and a straight hem. You can find our regular fit T-shirt across many of our Little Pint and graphic tees.

A newbie to the world of Beavertown. Our slim fit tees, also known as mini tees, feature a more body-hugging silhouette. Cut closer to the body, with narrower sleeves a slightly more fitted waist, and sit shorter in length, they’re great for wearing with jeans, skirts, shorts, and trackies. You can find our slim-fit T-shirts in our mini tee range

Now you know what an oversized crew neck, ¾ sleeve T-shirt is, you can go forth and impress all your mates at the pub with your new-found knowledge. Okay, maybe they won’t care. But you will look cooler in your new T-shirt. That’s all that matters. Go on, refresh that wardrobe – check out all our T-shirts.