Bamboo T-shirts with a crew neck or a V neck

Short answer: A crew neck sits close and closes neatly, while a V neck is more open and easy to wear under a shirt or jumper. The choice depends on what you wear with the T-shirt and how you like the neckline to sit. Try both, and feel what seems right.

The crew neck and how it looks

The crew neck sits close around the neck and gives a relaxed, classic line. It is the most common choice for everyday and works well as a single T-shirt on its own. The collar is often a wide rib, which should keep its shape when you pull the T-shirt on and off.

The V neck and what it offers

The V neck is more open and shows a little more of the neck. It works well as a layer under a shirt, because the neckline does not show above the collar. With a short neck a V neck can seem to lengthen it, but that is taste and not a rule. Try it and see what you think.

What you wear on top

If you wear something on top, think about where the edge ends. A crew neck is often visible over a crew neck jumper, while a V neck disappears under a shirt. When you choose bamboo T-shirts for men, it is a good idea to think about what goes over them.

Fit at the neck

The neckline should lie flat against the body without tightness and without gaping. Try lifting your arms and turning your head. If the collar sits close without pressing, the size is probably right. If it is too loose, it can widen over time, so do not choose too big.

Why the collar can go slack

The collar is pulled each time you put the T-shirt on and take it off. If you stretch it, it can become wider. Pull the T-shirt over your head with both hands and do not tug at the neck. Wash gently so the rib keeps its tension for longer.

Caring for the neckline

Wash the T-shirt inside out at a low temperature on a gentle program, and let it dry in the air. Hang it by the shoulders, not by the neck, so the collar is not pulled out by the weight of the water. Lay it flat instead if it is very wet.

When to choose one or the other

Choose a crew neck if you want a closed, relaxed T-shirt that can stand alone. Choose a V neck if you wear it under a shirt or like a more open line. Many people have both in the wardrobe, so they always have one that suits the clothes of the day.

Combine with the rest of your clothes

Think of the T-shirt together with the rest of the day's clothes. If you choose socks for men and bamboo boxer briefs in the same soft material, the whole day feels more consistent. The neckline is only a small part, but it is part of the overall impression.

Frequently asked questions

Is a crew neck or a V neck better?

Neither is best for everyone. A crew neck is classic and closed, a V neck is more open and suits wearing under other clothes. Choose by what you wear on top.

How do I stop the collar going slack?

Put the T-shirt on and take it off carefully without tugging at the neck, wash it gently and hang it by the shoulders so the collar is not loaded by the weight of the water.

Should a T-shirt sit close around the neck?

It should lie flat and comfortable without being tight or gaping. Turn your head and lift your arms to feel whether the neckline moves with you.