Houndstooth linen-blend shirt
THEORY's tops release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $195, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 80/100, and sustainability at 70/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · THEORY
- Category · Tops
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This Theory shirt, made from a lightweight linen-blend, is best suited for gentle wear rather than rugged use. The "dry clean" care instruction, while not a direct durability indicator, often suggests a garment that requires more delicate handling.
Comfort Assessment 80/100
This houndstooth linen-blend shirt offers a comfortable experience thanks to its lightweight fabric and slightly loose fit, ensuring ease of movement and a relaxed feel.
Sustainability Impact 70/100
This shirt is crafted from a linen-blend, a natural fiber known for its lower environmental impact compared to conventional synthetics. However, the inclusion of viscose and the dry clean care instruction suggest areas for potential improvement in its overall sustainability profile.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Sleeve | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium | 106 cm | 42 cm | 106 cm | 59 cm | 65 cm |
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Editors’ Notes: Theory's shirt is part of a coordinating set with the matching pants, but can be styles just as easily with your favorite jeans. Tailored from a lightweight linen-blend, it's woven with tiny houndstooth checks and has a slightly loose fit.
Editors’ Notes: Theory's shirt is part of a coordinating set with the matching pants, but can be styles just as easily with your favorite jeans. Tailored from a lightweight linen-blend, it's woven with tiny houndstooth checks and has a slightly loose fit.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Intended for a slightly loose fit Mid-weight, non-stretchy fabric Model is 177cm/ 5'10" and is wearing a size Small Model measurements: Bust: 79cm/ 31" Waist: 61cm/ 24" Hip: 88.9cm/ 35" View size guide
Details & Care: Light-gray and white linen-blend Button fastenings through front 52% linen, 48% viscose Dry clean
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