
Rick Owens
Sheer Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
Sheer long-sleeve T-shirt by Rick Owens, constructed in Italy from a fine wool and polyester jersey knit. It features a slightly elongated silhouette, crew neck, and tapered cuffs, with a transparent fabric that reveals the skin underneath. Given its sheerness, buyers commonly note that layering is needed for practical wear, while the wool blend provides a distinctive drape.
- Material
- Fine wool and polyester jersey
- Style
- gothic, minimal, edgy
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Size
Specifications
A sheer, elongated t-shirt in fine wool blend with a minimalist gothic aesthetic.
Sheer fabric, elongated fit, crew neck, tapered cuffs, made in Italy.
- Material
- Fine wool and polyester jersey
- Secondary
- polyester
- Style
- gothic, minimal, edgy
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- sheer transparent fabric
- fine wool and polyester jersey
- slightly elongated fit
- crew neck
- tapered cuffs
- long sleeves
- made in Italy
- minimalist design
- bold silhouette
- gothic aesthetic
- monochromatic color scheme
Product Insights
The Rick Owens Sheer Long-Sleeve T-Shirt embodies the designer's gothic weight vs weightlessness motif through a sheer 56/44 wool-polyester jersey that is breathable, pill-resistant, and shape-holding, with Italian production ensuring refined knit quality. The diffused transparency optically elongates the torso, while the hip-length hem and tapered cuffs create a continuous vertical silhouette suited to taller frames. Practical tradeoffs include choosing black for greater concealment, waiting for sales (value at $199.95), and hand washing to preserve the fabric's stability and Italian construction.
Verified claims
- Gothic design
- Sheer tee embodies Owens' gothic weight vs weightlessness motif
- Fabric
- 56/44 wool-polyester sheer jersey: breathable, pill-resistant, stable
- Practical tips
- The sheer white reads highly transparent in buyer discussion; many owners say it is worth buying on sale rather than full price; and the delicate knit needs a cold hand wash and flat dry.
- Production
- This mainline tee's Made in Italy label legally guarantees full Italian production.
- Knit quality
- Italian knit expertise yields a shape-holding sheer fabric with refined hand.
- Fit
- Hip-length hem and tapered cuffs keep the sheer fabric from bunching and extend the torso into one uninterrupted vertical line.
- Sheer effect
- Sheer wool-poly jersey creates a diffused transparency that optically elongates the torso.
- Comfort
- Fine wool jersey is soft, cool, and breathable, slipping easily under outer layers.
- Underlayer strategy
- A nude undershirt minimizes transparency; a black one enhances the gothic aesthetic.
- Care
- Polyester content maintains shape; Italian construction resists laddering; cold hand wash needed.
- Value
- Worthwhile at the $199.95 sale price given the unique design, per community consensus.
- Pilling resistance
- The polyester in the wool-poly jersey helps lock fibers in place, reducing pilling so the sheer black fabric keeps a smooth, liquid-drape look.
- Thermal regulation
- The open, ultra-fine knit provides minimal insulation, so the long sleeves and wool content add breathable coverage rather than warmth.
- Shrinkage and drying
- Polyester reduces the shrinkage risk of the wool jersey, but the delicate sheer knit still needs a cold hand wash and flat dry to keep its elongated cut intact.
Product record
- Title
- Sheer Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
- Brand
- Rick Owens
- Price
- 625 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Front view of a sheer long-sleeve black T-shirt worn by a model; see-through knit reveals skin tone beneath, with solid ribbed collar and cuffs and visible side seams.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve, crew-neck T-shirt with a slim, slightly elongated torso worn on a model; hem extends below the waistline of the pants shown.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.72 · h 0.80 (high) - Sheer knit fabricMain body and sleeves are made from a very sheer, semi-transparent knit that visibly shows the model's skin and underlayer through the fabric.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.58 (high) - Ribbed collarSolid, non-sheer ribbed crew neckline that appears denser and matte compared with the sheer body.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.07 (high) - Ribbed cuffsWider, solid ribbed cuffs at both wrists that are denser and less transparent than the sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Visible seam linesDark seam lines run along the shoulder and vertically down the front sides, creating visible paneling against the sheer fabric.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.10 · w 0.70 · h 0.56 (high) - Lower torso panelLower front torso shows a slightly denser or layered panel near the hem with a vertical darker stripe detail at center front visible through the sheer layer.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.56 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (medium) - Texture appearanceFine horizontal irregular slubs and subtle marled texture visible in the knit, producing lighter and darker horizontal streaking across the torso.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.16 · w 0.56 · h 0.44 (high) - Occlusion by modelThe garment is worn by a partially visible model whose skin tone and hands are visible through and below the shirt; the head is cropped at the eyes.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio front-on product shot on a light gray seamless background showing the model from head to mid-thigh; soft diffuse lighting with minimal shadows.
- BackgroundNeutral light gray seamless backdrop filling the frame behind the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionCentered, vertical crop showing the model from above the eyes to mid-thigh with the garment as the focus.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft, even studio lighting with minimal specular highlights and subtle shadowing under the arms and hem.
- Model hands and pantsModel's hands are visible at the lower edges of the frame and the top of drawstring pants is visible beneath the hem.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.78 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.78 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
sheer black· main body and sleeves#0E0D0Copaque black· collar and cuffs#0E0C0E- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve, crew-neck T-shirt with a slim, slightly elongated torso worn on a model; hem extends below the waistline of the pants shown.
- 02

Product
Rear view of a men's sheer long-sleeve T-shirt shown on a model; lightweight translucent knit with a visible center-back seam, sewn reinforcement near the neck, fitted ribbed cuffs, and an opaque side panel insert.
- Sheer knit bodyTranslucent lightweight black knit across the back and sleeves showing the model's skin tone through the fabric and displaying horizontal slub-like texture.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.08 · w 0.80 · h 0.70 (high) - Center-back seamVisible vertical seam running from the neckline down the center of the back to the hem with slightly raised seam line.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.04 · w 0.08 · h 0.85 (high) - Neck reinforcementRectangular stitched fabric reinforcement at the upper center back near the neckline consisting of two short vertical stitched strips on top of the seam.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.04 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (high) - Opaque side panelDarker, less translucent triangular-shaped opaque fabric panel inset on the right side back (model left) creating a contrast in sheerness.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.40 (high) - Ribbed cuffsFitted black ribbed cuffs visible at the wrist with the sleeve fabric slightly ruched above the cuff.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.77 · y 0.66 · w 0.15 · h 0.22 (high) - Lower hem and drapeLoose lower hem that drapes below the waist with visible wrinkling and slight sheerness variation where fabric folds.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.70 · w 0.64 · h 0.26 (high) - Sleeve seam detailVisible seam lines along the top of the shoulders and outer arms forming distinct stitch lines against the sheer fabric.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (medium); x 0.58 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (medium)
Other
Studio rear three-quarter shot of a model against a plain light gray background with soft even lighting; model cropped at head and hips, neutral shadowing to the left.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter view of a standing model showing the back and a partial left profile; image cropped above the chin and below mid-thigh.
- BackgroundUniform light gray studio background without props.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting that produces subtle diffuse shadows along the model's left side and under the hem.
- Model visible partsLeft hand, lower neck, and partial left side of the face are visible; model is wearing light-colored pants visible at the lower frame.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.70 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
sheer black· main body (sheer knit)#1C1A1Copaque black· side panel (opaque insert)#0F0D10- Sheer knit bodyTranslucent lightweight black knit across the back and sleeves showing the model's skin tone through the fabric and displaying horizontal slub-like texture.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/Rickowens, r/QualityRepsReddit users consider Rick Owens sheer t-shirts to be overpriced basics with unique fit and material, but often sheerness is a drawback unless layered, and many suggest alternatives or waiting for sales.
While the unique cuts and materials are appreciated, many users criticize the high price for basic tees and the impractical sheerness, though some still desire the aesthetic.
Themes
Use Cases
- Fashion layering and outfit completion
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Calvin Klein t-shirts
Calvin Klein offers much cheaper basic white t-shirt packs, highlighting the premium pricing of Rick Owens.
Source Threads
Sheerness and worth of Rick Owens white t-shirts
I like the level tees. It's hard to find a t-shirt with the perfect length if you are tall and they have the perfect length. I would not advise getting plain white if you are caucasian because it'll show your nipples. Oyster or pearl is best, but there is no point in buying if it's not on sale.
u/Redditralpfr/RickowensView thread →
Sheer unstable cotton and opaque alternatives
Viscose/silk (code JS) is still kinda transparent. Regular cotton jersey (JA) is not transparent. If you want the vibe of the unstable cotton (UC) without transparency then you’ll want to go for one of the double layer UC tees.
u/the_jamsr/RickowensView thread →
Desire for basic sheer black or white t-shirt
you are a legend, sick store. wish they had the scarification tees in the basic sheer black or white 😭😭😭
u/rinseandreplicater/QualityRepsView thread →