How Should a Women’s Performance Tee Fit for Work and Training?

How Should a Women’s Performance Tee Fit for Work and Training?

Quick answer: A women’s performance tee should sit close at the shoulders and chest, remain comfortable through the stomach, and stay in place during overhead reach, squats and rotation.

Where should the shoulders sit?

Seams should align near the shoulder edge without pulling across the upper back.

How much room should the body have?

The shirt should follow the body without compression, pinching or strong horizontal wrinkles.

Movement test

  • Raise both arms.
  • Reach forward and rotate.
  • Sit and check for bunching.
  • Test beneath your normal outer layer.

What fabric supports an active fit?

MGT Gear performance tees use a 90% polyester and 10% spandex interlock with moisture management, stretch and quick recovery.

Frequently asked questions

Should you size up?

Use the body chest circumference range on the MGT performance tee product chart and your preferred fit rather than automatically sizing up. Measure around the fullest part of your chest with the tape level. Shirt length is a garment measurement and is listed separately.

Can a fitted tee be comfortable?

Yes. A women-first pattern and stretch can provide a close profile without restriction.

Compare the crew neck and V-neck.

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