JW Anderson
Knotted Detail White Short-Sleeve T-Shirt
This is a JW Anderson white short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt made from cotton jersey and produced in Portugal. It features a piped crew neck, a dropped shoulder, and a distinctive knotted tie detail on the left sleeve, with a discreet embroidered logo. Designed as a relaxed-fit designer essential, it is suited for casual wear and offers a non-basic alternative to plain tees, as noted by fashion communities.
- Color
- White
- Material
- Cotton jersey
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, minimal, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
A white short-sleeve t-shirt with an asymmetrical knotted left sleeve and piped crew neck, embodying a normcore aesthetic.
Asymmetrical nautical knot on left sleeve, piped crew neck, discrete embroidered logo, made from cotton jersey.
- Color
- White · white
- Material
- Cotton jersey
- Style
- casual, minimal, modern
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- asymmetrical knotted left sleeve
- piped crew neck
- nautical knot detail
- discrete embroidered logo
- made in Portugal
- cotton jersey fabric
- short sleeves
- normcore-inspired aesthetic
Product Insights
JW Anderson's Knotted Detail White Short-Sleeve T-Shirt reimagines the classic white tee with a self-fabric tie and anchor embroidery, offering a nautical distinction. Its 100% cotton jersey promises breathability and a cool feel, but demands careful hand washing or bag use to preserve the knot and mitigate gradual bagging from slow-recover stretch, while expecting 2–5% shrinkage after first wash—a tradeoff between distinctive detailing and diligent maintenance.
Verified claims
- Self-fabric tie
- The shirt body is 100% cotton jersey, and the knot detail on the left sleeve is made from the same fabric.
- Anchor embroidery
- A discreet embroidered anchor logo accompanies the nautical knot.
- Care
- Hand washing or using a garment bag helps prevent snagging the knot.
- Style alternative
- The knotted detail offers a distinctive alternative to plain solid tees.
- Stretch
- The cotton jersey has 2-way mechanical stretch from its single-knit construction and recovers slowly, so it gradually relaxes at the elbows and hem with wear.
- Shrinkage
- 100% cotton jersey shrinks 2–5% after first wash.
- Breathability
- Jersey knit's tiny gaps enhance air circulation, keeping the wearer cool.
- Washing
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle and tumble dry low, as is standard for cotton jersey.
- Whiteness maintenance
- Oxygen bleach soak brightens white cotton and protects the knot.
- Made in Portugal
- Made in Portugal subjects the tee to EU labor and environmental regulations, including REACH chemical safety standards.
- Elastane-free
- The tee contains no elastane; all stretch comes from the mechanical give of the cotton jersey knit.
- Knit construction
- The jersey is single-knit with a smooth face and a textured looped back, giving it a lightweight, soft feel.
- Fit
- The t-shirt is described as having a classic fit, based on product details for similar JW Anderson styles.
Product record
- Title
- Knotted Detail White Short-Sleeve T-Shirt
- Brand
- JW Anderson
- Price
- 295 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesUses
A relaxed white tee for easy everyday outfits
This cotton jersey tee is cut with a relaxed, slightly boxy fit, making it a simple choice for casual wear. In product photos it is styled with jeans, worn loose or loosely tucked at the front, with the knotted sleeve detail as a small accent. The collar band lies flat against the neck on the model shown.[1,2,3]
A white tee styled loosely tucked into jeans
This white short-sleeve tee works as a casual base for denim looks — in the product photos it is worn with jeans, with the front hem loosely tucked into the waistband to create a soft fold at the center. The relaxed, slightly boxy cut leaves the hem falling near the hip over the waistband when worn untucked. The partial front tuck shown is styling in the photos rather than a built-in feature of the shirt.[2,3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Knotted Detail White Short-Sleeve T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a designer basic with a playful twist: a white 100% cotton jersey tee with an asymmetrical nautical knot detail on one sleeve, a piped crew neck, dropped shoulders, and a discreet embroidered logo. It has a relaxed, slightly boxy fit with a smooth, matte, medium-weight opaque fabric, and the merchant describes it as distilling a normcore aesthetic. Note the knot is only on one sleeve and fit is offered in small, medium, and large.[1,2,3,4] | Pointelle Knit Fitted T-Shirt: Choose this if you want a fitted, stretchy take on the classic tee with romantic detailing, described by the retailer as delicate, figure-flattering, and adorably romantic. It is made of a stretch openwork viscose knit (66% viscose, 19% polyamide, 13% polyester, 2% elastane) with pointelle eyelet floral motifs in vertical ribbed panels, a crew neckline with picot trim, a small decorative bow at the center front, and a wide stretch ribbed waist band that visually cinches the waist; the fitted cut has short sleeves ending above the elbow. Note that the eyelet areas appear semi-sheer in product imagery, so undergarment choice matters, and it is offered in sizes X-Small through Large.[5,6,7,8] | Tone-On-Tone Signature Anchor T-Shirt: Choose this if you want an everyday designer tee with a subtle logo: a black short-sleeve crewneck in 100% cotton jersey with JW Anderson's signature anchor embroidered tone-on-tone on the left chest. It has a relaxed, slightly boxy fit with a ribbed crew neck and straight hem near the hip, and is made in Portugal. It comes in small, medium, and large.[9,10,11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-side view of a white short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with a tied knot detail on the sleeve; dropped shoulder seam and visible topstitching are present.
- Sleeve knotShort sleeve on the visible side is cut with an opening and finished by a fabric tie knotted into a bow-like knot with two loose tails hanging down.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.48 · w 0.30 · h 0.34 (high) - Crew neckRound crew-neck collar finished with a narrow ribbed or double-stitched band that lies flat against the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Dropped shoulder seamShoulder seam sits slightly down the upper arm rather than at the shoulder apex, visible as a stitched seam line running across the upper sleeve.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.12 · w 0.38 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric and finishOpaque medium-weight knit fabric with smooth, matte surface and visible topstitching along collar and seams consistent with cotton jersey construction.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (medium) - Hem positionLower hem of the shirt falls near the model's hip and rests over the waistband of denim jeans.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.58 · h 0.24 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model cropped from mid-face to hips, neutral light gray background, soft even lighting and minimal shadows; model's hands cross in front showing the sleeve knot.
- Shot compositionCropped three-quarter right-side portrait from mid-face to hips focusing on upper torso and sleeve detail.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven, neutral light gray background without visible texture or props.
- Model handsModel's forearms and hands are visible and crossed, with the left hand resting on the right arm near the knotted sleeve detail.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.48 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting produces minimal shadows and even highlights across fabric and skin.
Colors
bright white· shirt fabric (body, sleeve, knot)#CBC9CE- Sleeve knotShort sleeve on the visible side is cut with an opening and finished by a fabric tie knotted into a bow-like knot with two loose tails hanging down.
- 02
Product
Front view of a white short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with a knotted tie detail on the right sleeve and a relaxed, slightly boxy fit ending at the waist.
- NecklineRound crew neckline with a narrow folded band collar finished with visible topstitching.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.03 · w 0.60 · h 0.13 (high) - Body shape and fitRelaxed, slightly boxy torso with the hem sitting at the model's waist and a portion loosely tucked into the front of the jeans.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.17 · w 0.76 · h 0.42 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, medium-weight knit fabric with a matte finish consistent with cotton jersey.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.62 · h 0.38 (medium) - Shoulder and sleeve constructionDrop shoulder seam creating a relaxed sleeve set; sleeves are short and loose.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - Knotted sleeve detailRight sleeve ends in a tied knot formed from the sleeve hem, producing two narrow fabric tails that hang outward.
1 region
x 0.77 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.25 (high) - Hem edge and tuckFront hem is partially pulled and tucked into the waistband at the model's left hand, creating a soft fold at the front center.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.46 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Visible seams and stitchingSingle visible seams at shoulder and along neckline and sleeve hems with matching white thread.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from neck to hips against a plain light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows. Image cropped at the model's chin and mid-thigh.
- Shot compositionCentered waist-up studio framing cropped at the model's chin and mid-thighs, showing torso and arms.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray to white seamless background with soft, even front lighting and minimal cast shadows.
- Model presenceFemale model wearing the garment with one hand pulling the front hem and the other resting by the hip; face partially visible from nose down.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 1.00 (medium) - Supporting garment visibleBlue denim jeans visible from the waist down used as styling; not part of the product description.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.56 · w 0.80 · h 0.40 (high)
Colors
clean white· shirt body and sleeves#F2F2F9- NecklineRound crew neckline with a narrow folded band collar finished with visible topstitching.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a white short-sleeve T-shirt with a crew neckline, relaxed straight body, and a knotted tie detail on the left sleeve.
- Overall silhouetteBack view of a relaxed-fit short-sleeve T-shirt with a straight hem that falls to the hip area.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.12 · w 0.70 · h 0.75 (high) - NecklineFlat crew neckline with a narrow ribbed binding visible at the back neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.07 (high) - Left sleeve knotted detailLeft short sleeve ends in a fabric tie that is knotted and forms two loose tails hanging down beside the arm.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Right sleeveRight short sleeve has a plain hem and lies flat against the upper arm without additional detailing.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth medium-weight knit fabric with a uniform surface and no visible pattern or texture variations.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Back constructionPlain back panel with no visible seams, pockets, vents, or branding printed on the back.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high) - Hem finishStraight hem with a visible single-needle topstitch line along the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.77 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio rear-view product shot on a neutral light background showing a model from the back; soft even lighting with minimal shadow.
- Model presenceFemale model shown from the back with short blonde hair cropped at the nape, wearing the T-shirt and mid-rise denim pants visible from the waist down.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 0.60 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray to off-white studio background with soft, even lighting and faint shadowing under the hem and arms.
- Visible prop - jeansModel is wearing light blue denim pants with visible back pockets and contrast topstitching; pants are a separate garment not part of the T-shirt.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.76 · w 0.72 · h 0.22 (high) - Image framingImage is framed to show the model from just above the head to the upper thighs, centered on the back of the T-shirt.
Colors
white· main body#CCCACD- Overall silhouetteBack view of a relaxed-fit short-sleeve T-shirt with a straight hem that falls to the hip area.
Variants
3 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4688433 | Knotted Detail White Short-Sleeve T-Shirt - White - Small | CA$295.00 | Yes |
| 4688434 | Knotted Detail White Short-Sleeve T-Shirt - White - Medium | CA$295.00 | Yes |
| 4688435 | Knotted Detail White Short-Sleeve T-Shirt - White - Large | CA$295.00 | Yes |
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Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/malefashionadviceReddit user recommends the J.W. Anderson single-knot t-shirt as part of a guide to interesting t-shirt alternatives.
The t-shirt is included in a list of personal favorites, indicating mild approval without explicit praise.
Themes
Use Cases
- Casual fashion, adding variety to t-shirt choices
Compared To
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