Product Overview
The Kariban Men's long-sleeved V-neck T-shirt represents a refined choice for businesses seeking a balance between casual comfort and a sharp, modern silhouette. This is not your standard basic T-shirt; the enzyme-washed cotton fabric provides a superior level of softness that is immediately apparent to the touch. The slim-fit design ensures a contemporary look that remains neat throughout the working day, whether worn as a standalone piece or layered under a jacket.
Key Features
- Enzyme-Washed Cotton: The fabric undergoes an enzyme treatment which significantly softens the cotton fibres, resulting in a smooth finish that feels premium against the skin.
- Contrast Taped Neck: Featuring Oxford Grey neck tape (with specific variations for White and Oxford Grey bodies), this detail adds structural integrity to the neckline, preventing it from stretching or losing shape over time.
- Twin-Needle Finishing: Double-stitched hems at the cuffs and waist provide a more robust construction, ensuring the garment can withstand the rigours of regular wear without fraying or unraveling.
- V-Neck Design: The self-fabric V-neckline offers a cleaner, more tailored alternative to the traditional crew neck, making it suitable for front-of-house or client-facing roles.
- Ethical Certification: This garment is BSCI and Oeko-Tex certified, providing peace of mind that it has been produced to high social and environmental standards.
Design & Performance
Constructed primarily from 100% combed cotton, this midweight T-shirt is designed for breathability and comfort. The Oxford Grey variant incorporates 10% viscose to achieve its characteristic heathered effect, while maintaining the same soft hand-feel. The slim fit is tailored to follow the contours of the body, providing a professional appearance that avoids the bulkiness of more traditional workwear cuts.
The choice of combed cotton is deliberate; by removing shorter fibres during the spinning process, the resulting yarn is stronger and smoother. This high-quality base material ensures the T-shirt retains its shape and finish even after repeated domestic laundering.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
The smooth, enzyme-washed surface of this T-shirt makes it an ideal canvas for both print and embroidery. At MyWorkwear, our Telford-based team—established in 1976—utilises state-of-the-art machinery to ensure your branding is applied with precision.
For a sophisticated, professional appearance, we recommend embroidery for smaller chest logos or staff names. The dense weave of the cotton supports the stitching beautifully. If you require larger, more vibrant designs for promotional events or high visibility, our print processes are perfectly suited to this fabric's flat surface, ensuring a crisp and durable finish.
Use Cases
This long-sleeved T-shirt is highly versatile. It is an excellent choice for hospitality staff, retail teams, or technical professionals who require a step up from a standard T-shirt without moving into formal shirting. It also serves as an effective base layer for outdoor tradespeople during the transition between seasons, providing warmth without compromising movement.
Why MyWorkwear
Since 1976, MyWorkwear has been a trusted partner for UK businesses. From our facility in Telford, we combine decades of textile expertise with modern customisation techniques. We understand that your workwear is a reflection of your professional standards, which is why we only stock garments that meet our criteria for durability and style.
Practical Advice
This is a slim-fit garment. If you or your team prefer a more relaxed or generous fit, you may wish to consider ordering a size larger than your usual measurement. The long sleeves make it an excellent choice for layering under a gilet or fleece during colder months, providing extra coverage for the arms while maintaining a streamlined look.
Caring for your product
To maintain the high-quality finish and structural integrity of this garment, we recommend a domestic wash at 30°C on a mild programme. Using a lower temperature helps to preserve the cotton fibres and ensures that any custom embroidery or print remains vibrant and intact.
Do not use bleach on this T-shirt. Chlorine-based chemicals are too harsh for the enzyme-washed fabric and will lead to premature thinning of the material and significant colour loss.
We advise against tumble drying. High heat can cause the cotton to shrink and may distort the shape of the slim-fit tailoring. Instead, reshape the garment while damp and allow it to air dry naturally.
If ironing is required, use a mild heat setting (maximum 110°C). This will remove creases without scorching the cotton or damaging any applied branding. Finally, do not dry clean this item, as the chemicals used in the process are unnecessary for this fabric and could affect the softness of the handle.
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