I’m on an eternal quest for the perfect winter tee. The concept is simple but elusive: a comfortable garment that works as an easy layering piece but can be worn solo when I’m indoors and have dispensed with my arctic-explorer levels of insulation. Something a little slouched but flattering that will hold its own against my favorite pair of jeans.
The search is truly never over, but Madewell’s essential long-sleeve might put it on pause for the next couple of months. Made from super-smooth cotton, with a nice high crew neck (makes wearing scarves easier) and slightly loose (but not baggy) fit, you could easily pop this over the top of a tighter wool base layer. Best of all, the price is right: At an extra 30 percent off using the code REALDEAL, the tee is discounted to just $17. That means you can pick it up in a few colors, including sage and pink. If you’re just purchasing one, the classic black is a solid choice and has the most sizes left in stock.
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