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T-shirt trouble

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NotTooOld Thu 19-Oct-17 17:47:32

Ooh, more tips. Thank you all.

I like 3/4 sleeves because they are a bit warmer for this time of year when it's too still too warm for long sleeves. I am obviously in the minority though as there are not many about. If you want to wear a cardigan on top you just have to pull the sleeve down and grip the edge in your hand whilst pulling on the sleeve! I'll have a look at MnCo and also Bon Marche. I have just ordered two from MnS but they are not cotton so not really what I was after.

Charleygirl Thu 19-Oct-17 09:42:32

JackyB I am in the same camp as you. I find them very uncomfortable if wearing a cardigan so I now only go for long or short sleeves.

Have you tried Bon Marche? Their prices are reasonable.

JackyB Thu 19-Oct-17 09:09:19

I don't see the point of 3/4 length sleeves. I'm always trying to pull them down or roll them up. Can someone explain what they are for?

Hipsy Thu 19-Oct-17 06:30:48

M@Co always have t-shirts in stock with a choice of sleeve lengths and a selection of colours

NotTooOld Wed 18-Oct-17 17:26:14

Yes, I guess you get what you pay for, kittylester. On the other hand I am wearing a t-shirt from Tesco that I have had for 8 years! Unfortunately they don't seem to stock any like this anymore.

kittylester Wed 18-Oct-17 17:16:06

Kettlewell is a little pricey but I am wearing Kettlewell Tshirts and tops that are at least 5 years old.

NotTooOld Wed 18-Oct-17 15:46:29

Ooh, Atqui, I've just found the Kettlewell site. What fabulous colours. Unfortunately, a bit pricey for me but it's all lovely and next time I'm feeling flush I shall have another look.

NotTooOld Wed 18-Oct-17 15:38:19

Thanks for all your replies. Uniqlo was my first port of call, suzied, but they didn't have my size, in fact they seem to be short of a good few sizes and colours. I'll try ebay, shysal, thank you (reservations noted, Coolgran). Not sure what kettlewell is, Atqui, but I'll google it.

suzied Wed 18-Oct-17 15:32:59

Uniqlo have long sleeve v necks.

suzied Wed 18-Oct-17 15:31:50

Uniqlo usually have a range of 3/4 sleeve T shirts, tho in the winter range they only have crew neck.
www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/product/women-supima-cotton-crew-neck-34-sleeve-t-shirt-182153.html?dwvar_182153_size=SMA001&dwvar_182153_color=COL03&cgid=IDsupima12115

Coolgran65 Wed 18-Oct-17 15:30:54

I can only refer to my own experience here.
I've bought some " ex M & S " jeggings off eBay and have my doubts about its authenticity. I believe they were supposed to be over-stock.

I ordered the pull on jeggings with elastic waist as I'd several pairs bought from the store and liked them. When they arrived they were very different, the fabric quality was poor. Later when they were washed the waist elastic lost its ooomph. The leg seams twisted.

I contacted the seller and expressed my concerns and was refunded.

Please note - I'm only speaking with regard to the particular vendor I was dealing with.

Atqui Wed 18-Oct-17 15:30:31

Kettlewell ?

shysal Wed 18-Oct-17 15:24:36

I buy long sleeved T shirts and shorten the sleeves to either 3/4 or shorter, just above the elbow. Lots available, some ex M&S, on Ebay in a good range of colours.

NotTooOld Wed 18-Oct-17 15:16:22

I'm looking for a cotton v-neck t-shirt with 3/4 sleeves and I can't find one anywhere. Are 3/4 sleeves out of fashion? Can anyone help? All suggestions gratefully received.