Best Undershirts for Men

Tried & True

The Best Undershirts for Any Body Type at Any Price

A good undershirt is one of your first lines of defense against sweat stains. Plus, they keep you cooler. That thin layer wicks sweat from your skin, helping to regulate body temperature. But which is right for you? Crew neck or V-Neck? Pima cotton or hemp? It all depends on your needs (and budget). We tested dozens of styles, washed them and wore them again, and these seven stood out from the pack.

Best Undershirts for Men

Tried & True

The Best Undershirts
for Any Body Type at Any Price

A good undershirt is one of your first lines of defense against sweat stains. Plus, they keep you cooler. That thin layer wicks sweat from your skin, helping to regulate body temperature. But which is right for you? Crew neck or V-Neck? Pima cotton or hemp? It all depends on your needs (and budget). We tested dozens of styles, washed them and wore them again, and these seven stood out from the pack.

Best Undershirts for Men

Tried & True

The Best Undershirts
for Any Body Type at Any Price

A good undershirt is one of your first lines of defense against sweat stains. Plus, they keep you cooler. That thin layer wicks sweat from your skin, helping to regulate body temperature. But which is right for you? Crew neck or V-Neck? Pima cotton or hemp? It all depends on your needs (and budget). We tested dozens of styles, washed them and wore them again, and these seven stood out from the pack.

Comparing Our Picks

Sunspel Bright White Men's Undershirt

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Derek Rose White Men's Unershirt

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Ribbed Tee White Men's Undershirt

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Jungmaven Washed White Men's Undershirt

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Kirkland Signature White Men's Undershirt

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Mack Weldon White Men's Undershirt

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Alternative Apparel White Men's Undershirt

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Sunspel

Derek Rose

RibbedTee

Jungmaven

Kirkland Signature

Mack Weldon

Alternative Apparel

Color Bright white White

White

(available in tan and two shades of grey as well)

"Washed white"

(available in "optic white" as well)

White

White

(available in navy and grey as well)

White

(available in navy and black as well)

Neckline Crew Crew Crew Crew V Crew Crew
Fabric 92% cotton, 8% elastane 100% Double mercerized cotton 94% TENCEL, 6% Spandex 30% hemp, 70% organic cotton 100% Pima cotton 84% Pima cotton, 10% XT2, 6% Lycra 100% organic Peruvian pima cotton
Weight Lightweight

Ultra-lightweight

(almost linen-like)

Lightweight

Very Light

(but substantial)

Lightweight

Midweight Midweight
Fit Tailored to the body, but not clingy Tailored torso and longer body Hugs your torso. Size up for a more relaxed fit. Standard fit. Size down for a slimmer fit. Standard fit. Size down for a slimmer fit. Tailored fit Relaxed fit
Tag-Free? No Yes Yes

No

(large tag may need to be removed)

Yes Yes No
Unique Characteristic It's the same undershirt Daniel Craig's James Bond wears. Flat, minimalist hems and collars are nearly imperceptible under a shirt. Ergonomic raglan sleeves for better movement. Longer back tail stays tucked. First thought when you put it on: "Holy shit, this is soft!" Pima cotton T-shirts for about three bucks each? Not too shabby. Naturally thermo-regulating and antimicrobial silver particles incorporated into the fabric. The sleeves aren't too long and neither is the torso—which means it's a good option on it's own or under an open shirt.
Can it be worn solo? Slightly transparent, but yes No No Slightly transparent, but yes Yes Yes Yes
$60 by Sunspel
$78 by Derek Rose
$32 by RibbedTee
$38 by Jungmaven
$13 (for four) by Kirkland Signature
$42 by Mack Weldon
$46 by Alternative Apparel

Undershirt Intel

Laundry

Sometimes your freshly washed undershirts still smell grungy. If the underarms are a problem, try washing your shirts inside out. For just general improvement in the freshness of your laundry, swap your regular detergent for Dr. Bronner's peppermint pure-castile soap.

More on laundry

Pit Stains?

To remove past sweat stains that have turned yellow, mix a solution of OxiClean and vinegar, and soak overnight.

Stop them before they start

Keep a Spare

For days when your undershirt is swampy by the end of your workday, keep a spare at the office. Change just before you head out and it'll be as if you've showered.

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