IHSH-293-OD - 18oz Vintage Selvedge Denim CPO Shirt - Indigo Overdyed Black

[Sam OG]

Hey everyone, finally got the shirt!
This is in L, which is my usual size.
I'm very unsure about the fit because it's very tight under the arms.
The fit overall length is perfect.
It also fits very well on the waist.
The question is, will it stretch...?
How much stretch can be expected?
I'm afraid XL might be too long and too wide at the waist...
What do you think?

[Sam OG]

[catdad1]

@Sam-OG it doesn't stretch, but it does relax a good bit as @Richard said a long time ago. I was in the same boat this time last year but held out and it is now my favorite shirt. If you size up at all it may look a little sloppy in all other areas.

Iron heart tops in general run slimmer compared to other brands due to their rider first focus. It's just something to get used to.

[Richard]

@Sam-OG Looks great. It won't stretch under the arms, but it will give. It softens considerably, and where there is pressure, very much so. It drapes like very heavy linen. Lol. Only thing to consider is if you want to layer under it. I can do both.

[tody]

@Sam-OG sleeves will be too long if you size up.

[pechelman]

another agreeing comment
it wont stretch but it will mold and form to your body. The arm holes on this one are high and tight. Sizing up will be pretty big and only suitable for a layer of a hoodie or something bulky imo.

[worn2fade]

I’m in agreement. I recently went to BlackBlue and tried on the XL (my normal size,) and a 2XL. 2XL made the arms insanely huge. I’m sure your size L will work just give it some time + wear.

[Sam OG]

First of, thank you all so much for your support!
Im completely agree with you.
It becomes softer over time and therefore more comfortable to wear.
I generally only wear a tee or a tank top under my shirt. So underlaying isn't important to me.
I'm already very taken with the shirt and would like to wear it 24/7.
I'll keep you updated...

[Brandrea]

@Sam-OG That’s so great to hear! I’m loving mine as well.

For a warmer layer underneath, you could try a 1501 if you have one. They are similar to the 1600 heavy weight IH tees but with long sleeves. That’s my favourite piece to layer with mine.

I guess I got the goldilocks fit with mine and can layer with it. It’s just an incredible shirt!

[Marcel]

I just picked up my new shirt and I’m impressed! The fit is very good with armpits feeling a bit snug. That will relax soon enough I expect. What surprised me is that this shirt already feels softer, less cardboard than my ihsh-295-ib after dozens of wear. And it’s deeper black than I expected which is not a bad thing at all.