I’m killing a couple minutes before I go hit the gym and stress test my Sutran sweat-through resistant undershirt for the 20th time, and got a little inspiration to share my initial thoughts of JCPenney’s BVD 95% cotton / 5% spandex “Cotton Stretch” undershirt.
For this one, I’m not going to go into any gory detail, so I’m gonna keep it simple with some info, the good, and the not-so-good.
Product Details:
- Style/Nane: BVD Cotton Stretch
- Fabric: 95% Cotton, 5% Spandex
- Size/Collar: Medium, V-Neck
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- Product Details: BVD has engineered an ideal blend of soft cotton and multi-stretch spandex to maximize your comfort and support. BVD Cotton Stretch moves with you and maintains shape, providing a consistent, comfortable fit for your active lifestyle
The Good
- Fits the torso and waist really nice. Snug, but comfortable because of the spandex stretch.
- Offers a wee amount of compression/shaping. Flattens out the chest a bit and makes you want to hold in your stomach
- Not constricting. Moves with me pretty nicely
- Great overall length. Definitely an undershirt that will stay tucked
- The Price: 2-pack on sale for $9.99 (normally $18 for the 2-pack). $10.96 out the door with tax for 2 undershirt is a pretty damn good deal
The Not-So-Good
- Fabric a little itchy right out of the package. Probably will soften up some after a couple washes
- Sleeves are too long at 7.5″. I’d like to see them about 1″ shorter
- Sleeve openings are too wide (or my biceps are too small). A fitted shirt should have sleeves that fit a little closer. They should shave about an inch off the sleeve opening
- V-Neck isn’t deep enough. Might as well be a crew neck
- The undershirt might wear a little warm. It’s comfortable wearing it inside, but I’d have to wear it all day long out in the heat to be totally certain
The Verdict
- Definitely a good value on sale.
- If they weren’t on sale, I think you could find another 95/5 that offers a bit more at $9 a pop.
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What happened to the old BVD compression under shirts that were available in all white or black?
hey paul. i never knew that bvd offered a compression undershirt. where did you buy them? were they slimming undershirts, or just compression wear for the gym?
Hi, I just purchased the JCP BVD Stretch Undershirt, but, it didn’t really work for me, as the Medium size was slightly large for me. I kind off like the fabric, but, was disappoined that they didn’t have a size in Small.
hey alex! thanks for your thoughts about the jcp bvd stretch undershirt. i’m kinda with you – my medium fits me pretty good, but it wears a little warm and the fabric is a little itchy right out of the package. too bad, because i did the folks at jcp.
for the money, i’m more partial to my alfani 95/5 stretch undershirt. feels a little nicer out of the package, fits nice, and the sleeves aren’t as long.
Thanks Tug. Does the Alfani undershirt do a good job covering the tummy area?
hey alex, i’m not sure what you mean about covering the tummy area. it has a good length and wears close to the body so it works pretty well tucked in. it is stretchy, but not slimming so you don’t get any midsection compression.
let me know if that answered your question!
hey tug, I mean’t the midsection compression. Thanks.
gotcha. hope i answered your question.