Hope News Trousers | also in gray at Steven Alan
James Perse t-shirt | old
Everlane slouchy v-neck cashmere sweater | in moss, size medium
3.1 Phillip Lim Ryder Satchel | in mahogany at Forzieri for 40% off (I HIGHLY recommend this bag!)
No6 clog wedges
This sweater looks a bit big. Maybe it is a bit big…which I like, in the body, but on me, the arms are ridiculous. I don’t know. I might have hit a wall with Everlane. Honestly, I love the company, and will always support it, but out of all the Everlane I’ve purchased/been sent since they launched, my absolute favorite pieces remain the ryan tanks (I have 5 of these and wear them constantly – they’re great for Pure Barre). I love the cashmere cardigan also (I wish they’d bring that back), the loafers, and the chunky knit turtleneck, but everything else I’ve tried lately has been just “meh.”
I did get a white long sleeve ryan shirt with this sweater, and it is NOT the same as the gray one I purchased when they first launched the long sleeve version. I like this new one better, actually, and maybe this is the ‘new’ style, but the inconsistencies are concerning. I get that they’re trying to “feel” this whole thing out, and tweaking styles, etc., but it would be nice to know that before you purchase, you know?
For example, my gray long sleeve ryan top has a wider neck than my new white one (they’re both mediums) and the sleeves are slightly longer and slimmer fitting. I’m very pleased with the new white one, actually, because the wide neck on the gray one, and ultra-slim sleeves irritated me. This new one, really gives the T by Alexander Wang tee a run for it’s money, and the sleeves are actually better because they don’t stretch out as much when I push them up on my arm as the T one does. It’s slimmer fit at the bottom though, still tunic length, but not as drapey and loose-fitting.
Back to the sweater though – I do love it. I like the color (I gave my black one to my sister), and I like the fit, everywhere except the arms. And I do appreciate their cashmere, although it’s a bit itchy at first, it softens up with wear, usually in just a couple of hours. I don’t even notice how it feels after I put it on and wear it for a while. And I’m VERY sensitive to fabric. If you have more “normal” proportions, with regular-length arms, I think this cashmere sweater would fit you nicely, and it’s oversized, so I truly believe the large would fit a 12-14 comfortably.
Everlane’s crew neck cashmere is NOT oversized (I gave my medium gray one to my sister as well) at all, it’s more of a traditional fit, and a little too boy-ish for me. I also have the dark grey cashmere tunic in medium, which I really like, but the crew-neck combined with the longer sleeves doesn’t work as well for me. I gotta stop buying crew-necks…
I’ve always cleaned my Everlane cashmere with dryel in my dryer at home, and it’s worked out well. I’m not averse to handwashing cashmere, I have done it in the past, but it’s so much easier to just pop it in the dryer. I’ve noticed a lot of pilling on the cashmere tunic where my bag rubs against the sweater, more than my cardigan actually – and that may be because the cashmere is a bit thicker on the tunic (the cardigan is about a year old)? It’s definitely different than the cardigan, which is thinner. Again, with the inconsistencies.
Overall, I still highly recommend Everlane, because I fervently believe in their mission, the company, and what they are trying to do. Their customer service is second to none, they listen to their customer’s feedback, and are constantly trying to do better. I hope their growing pains don’t kill them though. That would be a shame.
I know you guys have opinions 🙂 what are your favorite Everlane pieces? What have you not loved as much?
**Everlane has generously provided me with items to review over the years (although I have purchased quite a few pieces on my own), and recently added some credit to my account. That has not affected my opinion AT ALL, and they never, ever expect anything in return other than an honest review. Which is what I hope I provide.
Grechen, you have one lucky sis to be getting all your cashmere sweaters! 🙂
I’m still a big Everlane fan, especially when it comes to their tees and tanks. I love the s.sleeve sweatshirt that i got some months back, and the Langley muscle and Ryan tanks are lovely. I recently bought the newer “cotton tank” and I love how that feels and fits on me.
Yes, their cust.svc is pretty fabulous.
Quick story-a couple months ago, I pined over their Langley drape tank and finally decided to buy it. When I saw it was no longer on their site I emailed cust.svc and they told me they weren’t producing it anymore. I was bummed but oh well. About 3wks later I get a package in the mail…it’s the Langley drape tank, a “gift” from Everlane. The note they included said they looked and found one for me. Wow, i was like, ‘who does this?’ I just think they’re a pretty cool, progressive company and yes, their stuff can be hit or miss at times, but overall, I wear their pieces A LOT!
wow, what a great story!! i contacted them recently because i sent my return back and hadn’t received notification that it had arrived even after about 3 weeks, and i was concerned about it, so the rep went ahead and credited my account even though it hadn’t been processed yet…
i agree, i will continue to support the company generally, because they are obviously working very hard to do the “right” thing – even though the pieces are sort of hit or miss.
Grechen, I’m still grateful that you introduced me to Everlane. I just ran to do a quick check of my closet and found that this is what I currently own:
The items I LOVE:
Seed Stitch U-neck Sweater – in Grey –> If I could wear this every day I probably would. Fits perfectly, great weight, super soft. Love, love, love this item and want to buy another one!
French Terry Sweatshirt – in Stone & Charcoal –> wear them weekly with jeans or stretchy pants and sneakers. My husband calls it “my work-at-home uniform”
Cotton V-neck Tshirt – 3 colors –> wear them weekly on their own & under cardis/hoodies
Cotton U-neck Tshirt – 2 colors –> perfect with PJ pants!
Weekender Bag – grey with a navy stripe –> It’s flown as far as China with me for work, and driven miles carrying kid gear. I’ve taken it camping and at the moment it’s hiding all my holiday gifts. It’s a do-it-all, good-looking and unfussy bag that I expect to use for years to come. Yes, it can get heavy since it is hand or shoulder carried, but I love it. It still looks brand-new 2 years later.
The items I LIKE:
The Boyfriend Sweatshirt – black –> I just got it and have worn it twice. It’s SO boxy. I think it will look cute with skirts rather than jeans, so I’m keeping it, but it’s never going to be the most flattering thing in my closet
Ryan Tank – black –> great for under jackets, which means I don’t wear it that often
The items I WISH I HAD RETURNED:
Ryan Pocket Tshirt – black –> the only thing I dislike because of “quality” ( it shrank badly and got holes in the front on the first wearing…but did I send it back? No.)
Silk Round Collar Blouse – pretty blue/green that I can’t remember the name of –> I tried it on, it’s not me, but I kept it thinking “maybe I will have the perfect occasion for this soon…” and never have.
So after doing this analysis I don’t think I see a change in quality or fit going on with Everlane. Rather, I think I’ve learned how to gauge the fit on me based on how it looks on their fairly consistent group of models (thanks for that, Everlane!), and thus I probably won’t make as many fit mistakes.
I SO love this company, their business transparency and overall “cool factor” in being an under the radar brand. I love their basics-as-necessities styles and the fact that I can build an entire wardrobe around them. I am a fan for life.
whoa. so thorough susan…thank you!!
i always forget about the french terry sweatshirt – i do love it, soooo soft, and i wear it all the time at home, but it pilled something crazy. and i wish the fit was a bit more ‘loose’
i had a first gen ryan pocket tee that got a hole the first time i wore it…i sent them an email about it and they told me they had quality issues with that batch, so they refunded me. you should have returned it!! or at least written to them 😉
and i think i had that same color silk blouse! marine i think? it was SO beautiful, but i don’t wear silk. never ever. i do think it fit nicely though.
I love Henny’s story! 🙂
Everlane has been hit or miss for me as well. The only thing I have from them that I’m truly happy about so far is the chunky wool raglan, and the quality and fit of that piece is way over and above anything else I’ve tried. I’ve ordered and sent back Ryan tees and tanks (Grechen – I know you love these, but the neckline and armholes are too low for me), cotton V-neck tees and silk blouses (sleeves too tight and too long and I don’t do “dry clean only”). The other thing I’ve kept is the luxe short-sleeve sweater in rose because I fell in love with the color. However, it is very, very thin and sheer – a cami underneath is an absolute must. I do believe in the company mission though, and I probably will keep trying, hoping to hit on the occasional gem while not abusing the excellent customer service and return policy. I’ll probably try the loafers if they restock but have pretty low expectations (my feet are weird). The bags don’t strike me as anything special, and I won’t bother with the cashmere. In general I’m really impressed with their color palettes and, stylewise, happy to see them push past plain tees. I think they have a lot of issues to work out in the fit department, even as I’m aware not everything can suit every body type.
And can we talk for a second about the models? Can they look any more bored or annoyed – especially in the videos?!?
P.S. Grechen, to answer your question in an older thread, the neckline on the chunky raglan isn’t very open, in my opinion. It’s not a boatneck – it covers my collarbones and doesn’t look nearly as open on me as it does in the photos. It is quite high as well. If i tug on the sweater to pull it down, it will look like the picture for a few seconds before it slides back up. I’d actually prefer if it were a bit more open, but it’s fine as is.
That’s it, Grechen. It was the Marine color silk blouse. The problem wasn’t the color or fit, but the fact that it’s silk. I totally bought into the model’s description of how she wore it everywhere, all the time, and thought I could make it work for me. But I just couldn’t! I’m a cotton, cashmere, boiled wool kind of gal. Silk may be a natural fiber, but it’s TOO FANCY for me!
Yes, my Ryan pocket tee with the near-instant holes in it was the first generation, and yes, I should have written or called them. But I really didn’t want to complain – a major fault of mine – to a company I wanted to support in every way. Live and learn!
But at least the Everlane models don’t look like they’re been kept as prisoners, like the Inhabit models do! (What is with these companies asking their models to appear so dismal?)
Can you post a pic of the Ryan long sleeve tee? I didn’t like the first gen tee, but perhaps I would like this one. As for the models, at least one of them appears unhealthfully thin to me. I have wrote Everlane about this (1) because the avg customer can not relate to the fit, and (2) perpetuating unrealistic body types for women. I’m a huge Everlane fan, but am concerned quality could suffer as they grow. Thanks for the review!
Things from Everlane I Love:
Petra Magazine Tote – My go to work tote. I have this in brown and it is the perfect size and after a year of use looks new.
Wallet – I love the long slim wallet. Holds all my cards and is still slim.
Langley Muscle T and Tanks – Wore these all summer with shorts.
Silk Round collar longsleeve – I have 3 of these and wear them to work and with jeans for dinner etc. The darker colors have a little sheen to them and are so elegant looking. I hand wash them and they have worn well. They are nice and thick too.
Ryan tanks – what can I say, the perfect layering piece all year long
The short sleeve and longsleeve sweatshirt – my go to on the weekends with leggings or jeans. I have even worn the short sleeve one over a longsleeve chambray shirt and a statement necklace to work
Chambray shirt – LOVE this. Fits TTS and does not pucker or open across my chest
Weekend Tote – My go to travel bag. I have it in berry and got the grey one for hubby
Sleeveless silk blouse – my perfect summer layer under blazers for work
Basic v neck t – have all of these and love them all
Seed stitch sweater – Wear the black crew neck almost every week. want another color
Leather Sandals – Lives in these all summer
Sleeveless lux sweater – I wear this as a vest over the silk and chambray shirts all the time
Last years cashmere tunic – adore this! It’s a v neck and I wear with legging and boots
Swing Trench – go to jacket in the fall
Misses
Ryan t with pocket – wrinkled and shrunk terribly even without drying
Poplin shirts – do not fit across boobage and the large is just too big
Chambray dress – too short and small across chest
Chunky turtleneck sweater – neck too high for me
I guess I am a little obsessed…lol. But I love the basics overall and they have really helped me with paring down my wardrobe and making it easy to get dressed in the morning. Also, their customer service is top notch. Never a problem.
Good to know you like the leathers and weekend bag, Gloria, because I am thinking about a couple of those kinds of items as gifts. And how’s this for customer service — one-hour delivery to my office in midtown Manhattan. Woo-hoo!
yes! I will try to get a picture up on friday.
i agree about the models generally, although it’s certainly their prerogative to use whoever they choose. it seems to me that they’re going after the gamine look – very thin, no hips, straight-body types – to model their clothes, which is in keeping with a lot of brands that purport to be “minimalist” actually…AND is why there is a misconception that minimalism is only for small, straight girls. absolutely they feed into this, and i wish they would use more diverse models, but then again, that’s a big reason why i started grechen’s closet 10 years ago – to review things i love on a “different” body type – to BE that voice, and that “model” that my favorite brands didn’t use.
ha! yes, they do look very bleak don’t they.
i don’t understand it, but i’m guessing they’re supposed to look as “blank” as possible. and for some that’s pretty dismal 😉
oh, thanks for the answer on the chunky raglan sweater. now i’m concerned about it being TOO high!! enough already though, i do not need another everlane sweater right now….
you know, i’ve thought a lot about that “abusing” the CS policy myself, since i’ve returned quite a few things lately. i’ve also NOT returned quite a few things, for fear that i was overstepping my bounds…which is silly. it’s like nordstrom – sure, some people will absolutely abuse their very lenient policy by returning things that were worn, or whatever, but most of us are just concerned with getting our money’s worth, and keeping only things we love. so far, I haven’t heard of any consequences from everlane for too many returns (although there was one commenter who said they closed her account – or maybe she actually closed it? maybe she’ll clarify) and all of my interactions with CS have been very pleasant. and i don’t think it’s because i’m a “blogger” – the CS reps don’t know that, i don’t think.
i will definitely continue to try new pieces as they launch them though, i’m too far in now!! 🙂
thanks for that gloria!! what a great rundown 🙂 i think you’re a perfect example of what they can achieve as a brand, actually – they are quickly becoming a one-stop-shop for quality, affordable basics, and a place where one could conceivably build an entire wardrobe….
i’ve been thinking a lot about the petra market tote actually, although i’m worried that i’ll find it a bit too structured for me (as i’ve been obsessing over finding a basic black hobo lately…) and i do love the wallets. does the bag slouch up at all with wear? or does it really keep it’s shape?
can’t beat one-hour delivery!!
i love the IDEA of the weekend bag, but what on earth would i use it for? it would be too heavy for me to schlep as luggage through the airport, and if we’re driving, i have a few bags i use…
Brava!!! That’s why we love you 🙂
Hi Gretchen! I have been reading your blog for a few weeks now and totally relate to your interest in minimalism meeting your continued interest in style and shopping!
And of course I have tried some Everlane too at this point, and I like this game. =)
My loves:
-the silk round collar blouse
-the silk sleeveless – still wearing this in winter under snug sleeved sweaters
-the cashmere v-neck – this year’s. I wash mine – cashmere does great and even gets softer!
-the u neck t – I have 2!
-the slim wallet
-the card case wallet – fine leather goods!! 😉
Ryan tank was just OK for me. I wear it casually, but it is a tiny bit too low cut and gapey for me to feel comfortable in at work without another tank under…good but not perfect for me personally.
Didn’t work:
-the silk point collar – the one I got felt a whole size smaller that the other silks (and everything else) I had tried previously. Had to return.
-the silk tank – this was great until I realized all my bras except one show underneath! Not because it’s sheer but because you can see the outline of the cups. I don’t have this problem in other tops so it’s weird.
I am considering the Petra crossbody as a Christmas present to me/replacement for a beat to death burgundy coach bag that I have been using for a bag in that size range. I also have the Petra magazine on my list for the “one day” upgrade to my work bag…currently carrying another beat up coach (mom’s hand-me-down from the 70s!) which is perfectly functional but I love the simple look of the magazine and it seems like a great size for me…one day!
Ahhh, Grechen, this is a timely post, and one after my own heart! I’ve really been needing to add some long-sleeved layering tees to my wardrobe, and I’ve been cautiously contemplating the Ryan long sleeve, so your review has really caught my attention.
I recently voiced my “complaints” about Everlane in a previous comment on another post, so I don’t want to beat a dead horse, but…
I have LOVED almost everything I’ve purchased from Everlane straight out of the box (except for sizing inconsistencies, which ime have been terrible), however, almost every knit I’ve purchased has ended up a pil-y or hole-y mess (5 seed stitch sweaters – classic & merino, ryan tees, french terry – my new chunky cardigan is pilling, but that can happen with any good quality sweater the first few wears, so we’ll see…). Other than the cotton tees, nothing has lasted me even a year, some items even less. I’m pretty careful with my clothes (front load washer, delicate cycle, lingerie bags, air dry), and generally speaking even my “fast fashion” can last me years. For a small and fledgling company, I do understand that they might not be able to be able to compete quality-wise with the great machine of those sorts of retailers, however, when they purport themselves as a luxury brand, they really need do need to uphold a higher standard or, in my opinion, they lose some credibility.
I should state for the record that I’ve purchased (but returned before wearing) their silk and cashmere, so I can’t speak for those items, and I have seen lots of rave reviews by other bloggers. They were lovely pieces, but not an ideal fit for me. I’ve also purchased the loafers, and I think they’re really nicely made. So I’m not suggesting everything they make is sub-par, my purchasing track record hasn’t been good.
I truly am happy for those who have had a great experience with Everlane, as I want to love Everlane more than anything. I love their transparent pricing – I love they don’t play the “sale game”, and I love their design. It’s just I always feel like a giant a-hole any time I write them an email to express my concerns over an item, or to make a massive return. Not to mention, it’s a waste of time (or “sunk costs”, as you would say!) And I will say that the customer service is always super friendly, and lovely to deal with, but when I have expressed disappointment over an item, I’ve usually just received an apology, an explanation “why” it might have happened, and once, a partial credit. Never a replacement, or a full refund. Clearly they do lots of lovely things for many of their customers (Henny’s is a great one!), to gain their loyalty, but for me, they haven’t done a lot to keep mine. I won’t give up, but I’ll remain cautiously optimistic. Now I’m scared about the “closed account” story that you heard – maybe if I kvetch too much, they’ll close mine too!
P.S. If this comment is too long, please feel free to delete or chop! l
Oh, PPS – I meant to say, great colour on you! Glad you were able to find a great green sweater to replace the Madewell return!
yay Sophie!! thanks for playing 🙂
i even forgot i have the silk tank – it fits me, i guess, it might be a little big, but i don’t know how to wear it…man, i love silk, but it just doesn’t fit my lifestyle i guess –
i’ve actually considered the petra crossbody also, as a smaller bag for traveling, etc., but i’m afraid the strap isn’t going to be adjustable ENOUGH (i’m pretty short), you know? the leather looks so nice, and like it would be very sturdy though.
i think your comment is important – thanks for leaving your feedback again. and don’t worry about beating a dead horse 😉 i appreciate it anyway, because i get a lot of traffic through specific posts on everlane reviews, and someone might not see your other comment, and would see it here, so it’s helping a lot of people!
here’s what i fully admit: besides the ryan tanks, which i wash/wear every week, none of my other stuff gets worn enough to “wear out” i guess. i still have TOO MUCH STUFF, so that i can alternate, and honestly, i mostly wear “home” stuff more often than anything else, which sometimes includes the everlane french terry (which is pilly for sure, but otherwise, has held up nicely), but more often includes leggings, a ryan tank and a big sweatshirt 😉
and i do understand that there are lots of inconsistencies in quality from one ‘batch’ to the next, so really the only thing i can vouch for unequivocally is the ryan tanks – i have a couple generations, and although they do shrink when dried, i’ve been very pleased with the fit/wear of all of them. i almost always have one on…and still, i know some people have had quality issues with them.
i don’t know what the answer is, besides continuing to give them a chance, until enough is enough. as long as they are still responsive to customer complaints/ideas, then i still think they’re working hard to improve. but each of us has to make a decision based on our own experiences. i’m in the “diehard fan” category i think!!
yes! thanks so much, i do love the color.
That’s incredible! I want to give them a try, I really do! I agree with you, Grechen, about the fit of this sweater…it’s great being slouchy through the body, but would work better if it was more fitted through the arms (gotta have structure somewhere to counter the loose). Looking back at the EVERLANE cardi on you…it really IS pretty darned near perfect (can I use that word? 😉 )
Haha, Susan!!! Maybe we should say the Everlane models look like they’re on one of those bad cruises?!?
With all of the online shopping most of us do nowadays, I would think that clothing and shoe companies would EXPECT to have more returns than they did in the past, when our only option was shopping at a brick and mortar store. Yes, we could try on and make our decision instantly. But the convenience of online shopping, and the fact that some of these businesses are ONLY online, means they should accept returns willingly. I love J Crew, but as much as I purchase, I also return a lot due to fit problems. Consistency in fit would be nice.(I’m talking to YOU, GAP!!!)
Ditto!!! <3
I can comment on that…my one Everlane purchase. I think the quality of the bag is amazing, and I’ve fit 10 days worth of clothes and shoes in it on my treks to Chicago and Wisconsin (So we’re not talking lightweight Summer items). My problem wit it, and it’s a big one, is that there is no shoulder strap. If they’d fix that issue, I’d LOVE it. As for now, it’s great for weekend car trips, but that’s all.
Have you tried the silk tank under your cashmere cardis for a slightly dressier look? How about under the James Perse bomber jacket? Or as a layer under your v-neck sweaters? Try it!
Grechen – I actually found your blog a while ago when searching for reviews on Everlane products. I’m in Canada so I have to pay for shipping (and pay for returns…) so I’m always try to get some fit information before I order anything. It’s surprisingly hard to find fit reviews and I look nothing like Everlanes very tall, very lean models so the website is really of no help.
I’ve been an Everlane customer since they came to Canada in early 2013. I contributed to company through Crowdfund which gave me a company credit, free shipping for a year, and a zippered backpack. It was a great deal as I was considering ordering from the company anyways. After my first order I was hooked but the sizing has always been a bit of a struggle. For that reason I’ve mentioned the sizing below which will hopefully help others out with ordering in the future.
Products I love:
-Short sleeved sweatshirt – size small – very boxy but cute. I probably could have sized down in this. I wear with skinny jeans and flats often.
-Seed stitch sweaters – size small – so soft – I have 2 of them and love them. I’m in the market for more if they come out with some better colours.
-V-neck t-shirts – I have some small and some medium. Prefer a medium fit-wise. The small are tighter across the chest but work for wearing underneath things.
-U neck t-shirts – size small. I have a few of them. The fit of the heathered grey is much bigger than the other colours but its still great. The heathered grey is my favourite t-shirt of all time.
-Reverse denim tote – I bought this for my teenage daughter and its the perfect purse for a teenager to take to programs or babysitting. Holds a lot and still looks fashionable.
-Zippered backpack – they don’t sell anymore but it’s a great backpack. It carries a lot and hasn’t shown any wear yet after a year and a half of heavy use.
Products that are just ‘okay’:
-Crew neck t-shirt – I have this in muted black in medium. I’m not sure why they can’t do a true black. This one is pretty muted…
-Silk point collar – size medium – I wear this to go out and it feels fancy and it looks good but I don’t love the feel of silk.
-French Terry Sweatshirt – size small – its comfy but it’s piled everywhere and I wish it was a bit wider.
Products I don’t love:
-Ryan tank – could be my imagination but I think it shrank after washing and now it seems kind of see through..
-Silk tank – ordered a small and it was skin tight around the chest. Very weird fit so I returned it
-Ryan pocket t-shirt – ordered a medium and it was massive. Returned.
I love the company and the customer service has always been great. I will continue to support them and order more things as they come out. They really have the potential to be my dream company and one-stop-shop for most of my clothing.
The fit reviews are huge so Everlane, if you’re reading this, please send great bloggers more items to review! It makes the world of difference to many customers if they can see the items reviewed by people who will give open and honest feedback. It’s best marketing you could do!
I agree. can’t wait to see what pants they come out with…
It is more structured than my Cuyana, which is super slouchy, but not stiff at all. It really is a beautiful soft leather and works with polished looks as well as more casual..The bottom of the bag has not lost it’s shape at all and I have had my laptop etc…in there. I really do recommend this bag.
Exactly what I was going to say. I forgot to add the silk tank on my list, but I have it in white and a sage color and wear them as layers all the time. I love that they are drapy and longer.
good idea, but i just never think about it…
that’s my problem! i need a longer strap/handle to justify its practicality. how on earth do you carry it?? it’s not heavy? (i need a roller for most of my stuff…)
ha. yes. you’re allowed to use that word! it’s really good. i think they’re bringing it back in january? i might have seen that somewhere on their facebook page.
thank you so much for your reviews!!
that’s another thing i do love about everlane – not that they send me free stuff – but that they DID make the effort very early on to reach out to bloggers and other influencers about their product/company, and they’ve been so wonderful about listening to feedback and input from us since then – they have continued the frequent dialog. they are truly using their marketing team wisely, and it’s always been a pleasure working with them.
SO heavy…which is why it only made it on one flight!
Oooh, I hadn’t thought about the strap length. I am also short, only 5’3″ so I might definitely want to inquire about that if I decide to try it.
I did not find as many pairings for the silk tank as I thought even without the bra issue. I mostly just wore it as a pretty layer under light jackets in summer before I sold it. I find the button ups more versatile, and don’t really deal with the “lifestyle” issue of silk because I wash mine in the machine (gasp!)… Of course depending on the process used to manufacture the silk, you can shrink and ruin a shirt that way, but I risked it on my first everlane top and haven’t had any problems. Totally understand not wanting fussy clothes though! Who has the time?