
Emporio Armani
Tonal Lettering Jacquard T-Shirt
Emporio Armani Tonal Lettering Jacquard T-Shirt is a short-sleeve, crew-neck T-shirt made from 100% cotton jersey with an all-over tonal jacquard pattern of repeated 'EMPORIO ARMANI' lettering. It features a straight fit, ribbed crew neck, short sleeves, and a straight hem, in a dark navy color. Part of the Essentials collection, this shirt serves as a textured everyday basic for casual wear.
- Material
- 100% Cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, classic, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
A contemporary take on an everyday basic with subtle textured monogram pattern.
100% cotton jacquard, tone-on-tone monogram, ribbed crew neck, straight fit
- Material
- 100% Cotton
- Style
- casual, classic, modern
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- from Essentials collection
- soft, breathable, comfortable 100% cotton jersey
- tone-on-tone jacquard monogram pattern
- straight fit
- ribbed crew neck
- short sleeves
- straight hem
- tonal lettering jacquard
Product Insights
The Emporio Armani Tonal Lettering Jacquard T-Shirt, in Navy/Midnight Blue, offers a tonal monogram that is nearly invisible in flat light, reading as a solid tee until viewed up close; the woven jacquard pattern is durable and won't crack, peel, or fade, but requires cold washing and low heat drying to prevent shrinkage and maintain its integrity. The 180-200 GSM jacquard weave gives the lightweight tee a more substantial feel, making it suitable for transitional seasons and layering under jackets, with a straight, true-to-size fit.
Verified claims
- Visibility
- In the Navy/Midnight Blue colorway, the tonal monogram is nearly invisible in flat light, only appearing as a raised texture.
- Durability
- Jacquard monogram won't crack, peel, or fade with washing.
- Tonal subtlety
- The tone-on-tone repeated EMPORIO ARMANI monogram reads as a solid dark tee until viewed up close in flat light, when angling catches the raised weave.
- Care requirements
- Cold wash and low heat drying are recommended to minimize shrinkage; the woven jacquard pattern itself won't crack, peel, or fade.
- Fabric substance
- Jacquard texture gives lightweight tee a more substantial feel.
- Weight
- Estimated at 180-200 GSM; the jacquard texture may add a bit more substance than a plain jersey tee, though it remains lightweight and suitable for summer wear.
- Care instructions
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle; tumble dry low or hang dry. Avoid bleach and avoid ironing directly over the jacquard pattern.
- Fit
- Straight fit with vertical side seams that skim the chest and shoulders rather than cling, plus a level straight hem; runs true to size in a 180-200 GSM 100% cotton jacquard jersey.
- Pre-shrunk status
- The product details do not mention pre-shrinking; as with most 100% cotton garments, some shrinkage can occur after the first wash, especially if exposed to high heat.
- Jacquard construction
- The tonal EMPORIO ARMANI lettering is woven into the fabric by jacquard knitting rather than printed on, so the monogram is a raised, tactile relief built into the cloth.
- Snag resistance
- The raised jacquard monogram has more friction points than flat jersey and can be a bit more prone to snags or pulls against velcro, exposed zippers, or rough bags, so it should be washed inside out with like fabrics.
- Collar retention
- The ribbed cotton crew neck holds its shape through repeated washes when washed cold and dried flat; heat is the main cause of collar stretch-out.
- Opacity
- The dark navy jacquard is fully opaque; the weave is denser than a flat single jersey, so there is little risk of show-through across the chest or shoulders.
- Skin feel and breathability
- The 100% cotton jacquard pattern sits slightly proud of the base, so it feels softly textured rather than glass-smooth and stays breathable, with only marginally more warmth than a plain jersey tee.
Product record
- Title
- Tonal Lettering Jacquard T-Shirt
- Brand
- Emporio Armani
- Price
- 275 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesUses
Everyday casual wear with a subtle textured touch
A contemporary take on an everyday basic, this 100% cotton T-shirt is soft, breathable, and comfortable for daily wear. The tone-on-tone jacquard monogram adds subtle texture to a sleek silhouette with a straight fit and ribbed crew neck.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Tonal Lettering Jacquard T-Shirt: Choose this if you want an elevated everyday T-shirt with a quiet designer touch: it is made of 100% cotton jacquard with an all-over tone-on-tone monogram lettering texture that adds subtle depth to a sleek, straight-fit silhouette, per Emporio Armani's Essentials collection. It offers a ribbed crew neck, short sleeves, a straight hem, and is described by the retailer as soft, breathable, and comfortable, in Navy/Midnight Blue from sizes Small to X-Large. Note the lettering is designed as a subtle texture rather than a bold graphic, so it suits those preferring understated branding.[1] | Tone-On-Tone Mini-Logos T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a regular-fit crew-neck tee in stretch 100% cotton jersey with an all-over tone-on-tone pattern of small embossed eagle logos, shown in a dark navy with a flat, matte finish. The seller describes the style as blending a sporty vibe with refined chic, and the fabric as soft and comfortable—characterizations that are subjective. It comes in sizes small through X-large.[2,3,4] | Embossed Logot-Shirt: Choose this if you want a minimalist designer tee defined by its tone-on-tone heat-bonded Emporio Armani wordmark with eagle emblem at the chest. It is cut from 100% cotton jersey that the retailer describes as soft and very comfortable, with a ribbed crew neck, straight relaxed fit, and visible topstitched hems. Note the shirt is plain across the back with no graphics, and the embossing reads slightly darker than the fabric in the listing image.[5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with an all-over tonal textured jacquard pattern, shown on a model from neck to hips.
- Overall shapeShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with a straight torso silhouette and a ribbed round neckline.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.03 · w 0.84 · h 0.60 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort sleeves with a straight cut ending above the elbow; sleeve hems lie flat without visible cuff stitching detail.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.14 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.14 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high) - Surface textureAll-over fine raised jacquard texture composed of closely spaced horizontal rows of repeated tonal lettering, producing a subtle embossed pattern across the front and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.06 · w 0.80 · h 0.48 (high) - Text pattern legibilityRepeated lettering visible as a texture but individual characters are too small to read clearly at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (medium) - Hem and fit at waistBottom hem appears slightly tucked into the model's jeans at center front, causing gentle horizontal folds across the lower front panel.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.48 · w 0.64 · h 0.15 (high) - Material appearanceKnit fabric with a matte finish; texture creates minor tonal shading across curved surfaces.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.06 · w 0.80 · h 0.48 (high)
Other
Image shows a cropped frontal studio shot of a model wearing the T-shirt against a plain light background; lower torso and jeans visible; soft even lighting with minor shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered frontal studio crop showing model from just below the mouth to the upper thighs.
- BackgroundUniform light gray to white seamless background with no visible props.
- Visible additional garmentsModel is wearing dark denim jeans and a visible belt at the waist; these items appear only as styling and are not described as product packaging.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.56 · w 0.80 · h 0.32 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with subtle shadows under the arms and at the lower hem; no harsh highlights.
Colors
dark navy· main body#262934- Overall shapeShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with a straight torso silhouette and a ribbed round neckline.
- 02

Product
Close-up of the upper front of a dark navy short-sleeve crewneck T-shirt with a tonal jacquard repeating lettering texture across the fabric and a ribbed collar.
- CollarRound crewneck collar with a ribbed knit texture, same dark navy tone as the body and sitting close to the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - Sleeve hemShort sleeve visible on the left side of the image with a single-needle stitch hem and matching navy fabric.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.58 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Jacquard lettering textureAll-over tonal raised jacquard pattern of repeating horizontal lines of lettering across the front; letters are slightly raised and visible as a textural repeat against the navy ground.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Lettering close areaRepeating word pattern visible in close-up rows over the chest area.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.50 · h 0.45 (high) - Fabric finishMatte knit fabric with a fine textured surface from the jacquard weave; no sheen visible.
- Visible printed text“EMPORIO ARMANI”
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.38 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio-style close-up crop showing model torso and partial head against a light neutral background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model cropPartial view of a model showing left side of lower face, jaw, neck and upper torso; head turned slightly left and cropped at hairline.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.36 (high) - BackgroundEven light gray to off-white studio background with no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting from the front-right producing gentle, even illumination and minimal harsh shadows.
- Image cropTighter crop focused on upper chest and neck, lower torso and arms mostly out of frame at the bottom edge.
Colors
dark navy· body#262935dark navy· collar#342522- CollarRound crewneck collar with a ribbed knit texture, same dark navy tone as the body and sitting close to the model's neck.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve dark tonal jacquard T-shirt showing a repeat textured lettering pattern across the full back and sleeves, worn by a model.
- SilhouetteShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt shown from the back with a straight hem; sleeves end mid-upper arm and the body falls to the top of the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.10 · w 0.84 · h 0.78 (high) - Surface textureAll-over low-relief jacquard texture forming a small-scale repeating horizontal pattern visible across the back and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.58 (high) - Tonal repeating text patternRepeating raised lettering printed or knitted into the fabric in the same dark color as the shirt, forming horizontal rows across the back and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.46 (high) - Visible lettering (legible fragment)“EMPORIO ARMANI”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (medium) - Neckline constructionNarrow crew-neck with a slightly ribbed or banded finish in the same color as the shirt.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Side seam and sleeve setVisible set-in sleeve seam and side seam lines on the right side of the shirt (viewer left), visible as slight stitch lines following the shoulder and side.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.12 · w 0.22 · h 0.62 (medium) - Hem finishStraight hem with a narrow folded finish; stitching line visible along the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.68 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio photographic rear three-quarter shot of a model wearing the shirt against a plain light background; lower torso shows jeans. Even, diffuse lighting with soft shadows; image cropped near mid-thigh.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter view of a standing male model, framed from the upper neck to mid-thigh so the back of the shirt is centered.
- BackgroundUniform light gray to white seamless studio background without props.
- Visible non-product clothingDark indigo denim jeans visible from the waist to mid-thigh under the shirt; contrasted stitching visible on back pockets.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven, diffuse studio lighting with soft shadowing along the model's arms and subtle highlight on the shoulder contours.
- Image cropTop of the model's head and lower legs are cropped out of frame; full arms are partially visible with hands near the lower image edge.
Colors
dark navy· main body#2E313D- SilhouetteShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt shown from the back with a straight hem; sleeves end mid-upper arm and the body falls to the top of the model's hips.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Emporio Armani
Jersey T-shirt with all-over jacquard lettering
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4626153 | Tonal Lettering Jacquard T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Small | CA$275.00 | Yes |
| 4626154 | Tonal Lettering Jacquard T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Medium | CA$275.00 | Yes |
| 4626155 | Tonal Lettering Jacquard T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Large | CA$275.00 | Yes |
| 4626156 | Tonal Lettering Jacquard T-Shirt - Navy/midnight Blue - X-Large | CA$275.00 | Yes |