The sun bleached tee fits the same as the ringspun graphic tees, true to size with a snug fit. I sized up to a small to get a more relaxed fit around the chest and back. This tee fits a little long on me, hitting at the low hip.

The sun bleached or as many are calling it, cherry blossom tee is made of textured cotton jersey. To me the knit feels the same as the ringspun. I does not have the soft drape that I usually associate with jersey. Although you can see dark pants through the lower portion of the tee, I did not find it sheer at all in the chest.

I purchased this tee in weathered stone which is a neutral greyed brown. The color was very blah on me. Because I am pale, I think it would have been more flattering if the brown was a warm or pinked undertoned. The weathered stone shade is accurately depicted on the J.Crew model in my opinion.

The applique on this tee is a scattering of cherry blossom like flowers. The flowers are off white with matching stitching. I was hoping that the flowers had a blue tinge or stitching. I think that would have been beautiful paired with the aqua Jackie cardigan. Pale pink flowers would also have been lovely. Unfortunately on my tee, the flowers were flat white. The edges of the flowers are unfinished so this tee will need handwashing. I did not notice any excessive fraying on my tee.

Overall, I think the sun bleached tee is a pretty, neutral top that will look great on others. On me though, I just did not love it.

Retail Description:We made it in our textured cotton jersey—it’s simply irresistible—and finished it with an embroidered silk appliqué on the front . Fitted. Crewneck with rib trim. Short sleeves. Straight hem. Hits at hip. Import. Machine wash. $45.00

Sizing: TTS tight fit, SU relaxed
Overall: ** 1/2

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