How to Size a Merz B. Schwanen T-Shirt
Merz B. Schwanen tees are some of the best basics out there. Loopwheeled in Germany, organic cotton, zero shortcuts. But sizing trips people up all the time because this tee is not pre shrunk. This quick guide will help you get it right the first time. TENDREL is proud to now be carrying Merz.
The T-Shirt from The Bear
If this shirt looks familiar, it should. The Merz B. Schwanen GOOD ORIGINALS tee is the T-shirt worn by Jeremy Allen White as Carmy in The Bear.
It is not meant to look oversized or perfect out of the bag. It earns its shape over time, which is exactly why it works so well on screen.
Do Merz B. Schwanen T-Shirts Run Small?
Yes. The GOOD ORIGINALS line is loopwheeled and runs small by modern standards. These shirts are not pre-washed, so shrinkage will occur after the first wash.
Rule of thumb:
Order at least one size up from what you normally wear.
How Much Do They Shrink?
After the first wash, expect:
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Shrinkage primarily in length
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A slightly trimmer feel through the body
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About 1.5 inches of extra length is built in to account for this
The shirt is designed to fit correctly after it shrinks, not straight off the hanger.
Parker Sizing Reference
For context I am:
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Height: 6'1"
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Weight: 175 lbs
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Wears XL in the Merz GOOD ORIGINALS after shrinkage
In some photos, a pre-wash size L is shown to demonstrate how the shirt looks before washing.
Watch the sizing video above for a quick visual breakdown, and shop Merz B. Schwanen tees in store or online at shoptendrel.com.