
I.FIV5
Faded-Look Stretch Cotton T-Shirt
The Faded-Look Stretch Cotton T-Shirt is a short-sleeve crew-neck top from the i.FiV5 by Simons collection, designed in Canada. It is made from ultra-comfortable organic cotton stretch jersey, offering a loose fit for ease of movement, and features a coated logo and straight hem. Suitable for active and casual wear, it provides a relaxed silhouette with a faded blue-green finish.
- Material
- Organic Cotton Stretch Jersey
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear
Color
Size
Specifications
Ultra-comfortable organic cotton t-shirt with a faded-look finish and loose fit, featuring a coated logo.
Organic cotton stretch jersey, loose fit, coated logo, faded-look effect
- Material
- Organic Cotton Stretch Jersey
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear
Additional Attributes
- faded-look finish
- ultra-comfortable organic cotton stretch jersey
- loose fit for greater ease of movement
- coated logo
- exclusive design from Canada
Product Insights
This loose-fit tee pairs a worn-in faded look with stretch recovery from 5% LYCRA elastane, offering ease of movement and resistance to bagging. Its 95% organic cotton suits light to moderate activity but absorbs sweat, limiting high-intensity use. At $39 CAD—less than comparable options—it delivers value, though the surface coating demands cold, gentle washing. The silhouette trades slim-fit precision for roomier comfort, and fade intensity varies by color (strongest on Ivory, subtlest on Black). Exclusively from Simons, it provides a casual, durable wardrobe staple with a deliberate vintage aesthetic.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Loose fit is intentionally roomier; sizing down recommended for a fitted look.
- Active use
- Suits light to moderate activity; cotton absorbs sweat, not for high-intensity workouts.
- Stretch retention
- Loose cut reduces seam tension; 5% LYCRA resists distortion better than slim-fit tees.
- Value
- At $39 CAD, it costs less than the Stance Studio organic cotton tee ($48).
- Stretch recovery
- 5% LYCRA elastane provides elastic recovery, preventing permanent bagging at elbows and hem.
- Sweat management
- Cotton absorbs sweat; suitable for light to moderate activity only.
- Color variation
- Fade varies by color: strongest on Ivory, subtlest on Black.
- Coating
- Surface coating requires cold, gentle wash and no fabric softener.
- Exclusivity
- I.FIV5 is a Simons exclusive unavailable at Uniqlo or Joe Fresh.
- Care
- Wash inside out in cold water on gentle cycle, avoid bleach and fabric softeners, dry on low heat or air dry.
- Silhouette intent
- Loose silhouette trades slim-fit precision for greater ease of movement.
- Fabric
- 95% organic cotton with 5% LYCRA elastane provides stretch recovery and less seam tension; cotton lacks moisture wicking for high-intensity use.
- Faded finish
- Faded-look effect applied to all colorways gives a worn-in aesthetic from day one.
Product record
- Title
- Faded-Look Stretch Cotton T-Shirt
- Brand
- I.FIV5
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How it compares to similar tees
- i.FiV5 is a private label designed in Canada exclusively for Simons, which means the combination of stretch organic cotton and faded finish isn't available through mass retailers like Uniqlo or Joe Fresh — a modest insurance policy against showing up in the same baseline tee as everyone else.
- Where the Uniqlo Supima tee became the benchmark for affordable slim-fit cotton basics with its nearly painted-on armhole cut, the I.FIV5 adopts a loose silhouette and stretch organic jersey that trades body-hugging precision for freedom of movement — a clear fork in the road for anyone who's moved on from undershirt-level snugness.
- At 39 CAD, this tee undercuts Stance's garment-dyed Studio tee by nearly 20% while adding a stretch jersey that the Stance's mid-weight 100% cotton lacks — the result is a more forgiving, active-friendly fit at a lower cost without sacrificing the worn-in, organic look.
Stretch recovery and shape retention
- The term 'stretch jersey' means the organic cotton is blended with spandex — typically around 3–5% at T-shirt weights — giving the fabric elastic recovery rather than relying only on the knit's mechanical give, which is why this tee springs back after being pulled instead of permanently sagging at the elbows or hem.
- The oversized, loose fit inherently places less tension on seams and fabric during movement, so the spandex only has to recover from occasional stretching rather than fighting constant pull — this design choice means the tee resists the progressive distortion that afflicts slim-fit shirts at the neckline and side seams.
Actual measurements and color variation
- The product photograph captures a size medium, giving shoppers a tangible point of comparison for the loose cut: seeing the amount of ease on a medium frame helps decide whether to size up or down, especially since the relaxed silhouette means a small could still drape similarly on a smaller frame.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Short-sleeve crew-neck cotton T-shirt in a faded blue-green hue worn by a seated male model; visible body, sleeves, neckline, hem and a small sewn square hem tag on the lower left front.
- Silhouette and fitShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with a relaxed, slightly loose fit on the torso and a standard crew neckline visible across the chest and shoulders.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.18 · w 0.54 · h 0.46 (high) - Sleeve constructionStraight short sleeves with a visible single-needle hem fold and stitching; right sleeve sits pushed slightly up on the upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.47 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (medium) - Fabric appearanceMatte, fine-knit cotton surface with subtle natural drape and faint tonal creasing across the chest and waist.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.30 · w 0.42 · h 0.34 (high) - Lower hem and tagStraight bottom hem with a small square sewn fabric tag near the lower left front hem.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.72 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium) - Visible printed or sewn marksNo large printed graphics or logos visible on the front of the T-shirt; only the small square hem tag is present.
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a seated male model wearing headphones and holding a smartphone; a mirror at left shows the model's reflected torso. Dark textured wall background and diffused lighting create soft shadows.
- Model and poseSeated male model leaning back with right arm across the torso holding a dark smartphone; head turned slightly downward and to the right.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.08 · w 0.54 · h 0.58 (high) - Mirror reflectionFull-length mirror at left shows the model's reflected left torso and arm, creating a doubled composition.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.68 (high) - Accessories visibleBlack over-ear headphones worn by the model and a dark smartphone with a visible triple-camera module held against the chest.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Tattoos and skinBlack-ink geometric and illustrative tattoos on the model's right forearm are clearly visible and extend toward the wrist.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.46 · w 0.34 · h 0.26 (high) - BackgroundDark, slightly textured vertical surface behind the model producing low-key contrast with the clothing.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused lighting from above/left creating gentle shadows under the chin, along arm contours, and subtle highlights on fabric folds.
Colors
faded blue-green· T-shirt bodylight gray· hem tag- Silhouette and fitShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with a relaxed, slightly loose fit on the torso and a standard crew neckline visible across the chest and shoulders.
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Product
Back view of a short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt on a male model showing a relaxed, boxy fit with a straight hem and visible topstitching; fabric appears smooth with a faded solid color.
- View and fitRear-facing view of the shirt on a model showing a relaxed, boxy silhouette with the body hanging straight from the shoulders
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - NecklineShallow crew neck with a narrow ribbed band visible around the neck opening at the rear
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.05 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with a straight hem that extend to about mid-upper arm; left sleeve shows slight fold near hem
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.23 · w 0.26 · h 0.21 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.24 · w 0.22 · h 0.23 (high) - Hem and stitchingStraight bottom hem with visible single-line topstitching along the hem and sleeve edges
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.75 · w 0.72 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth knit fabric with a uniform faded solid color finish and subtle tonal variation consistent across the back panel
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.55 (high) - Left rear shoulder seamShoulder seam visible at the top of the back panel, sitting near the model's shoulder line
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio rear portrait of a model wearing the shirt against a plain light blue background; visible model tattoos and lighting create soft shadows.
- Model and poseMale model shown from the back with head turned slightly to the left, left arm partially raised and right arm hanging at side
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - Tattoos on modelMultiple black-ink tattoos visible on the back of the neck and on the right forearm and inner left arm
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high) - Background and lightingEven studio lighting on a plain light blue backdrop producing soft, minimal shadows around the model
- Visible lower garmentPortion of dark trousers visible below the shirt hem; cropped near upper thighs
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.82 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Image crop and qualityFull rear torso and arms are fully in frame; image is clear with fine detail visible in fabric and skin
Colors
faded blue-gray· body#818C96- View and fitRear-facing view of the shirt on a model showing a relaxed, boxy silhouette with the body hanging straight from the shoulders
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- How does the loose fit compare to standard sizing? Does it run larger than typical t-shirts?
- Yes, the loose fit is designed to be roomier than standard t-shirts. The product description states it offers a 'Loose fit for greater ease of movement,' so we recommend sizing down if you prefer a more fitted look.
- What are the recommended washing instructions to maintain the faded look and stretch?
- To maintain the faded look and stretch, we recommend washing inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle, and tumble drying on low or hanging to dry. Avoid bleach and fabric softeners, which can damage the fabric and coating. These care methods help preserve the organic cotton jersey and the faded effect.
- Is this t-shirt suitable for active workouts, or is it more for casual wear? Does it wick moisture?
- This t-shirt is designed for both active and casual wear. It features a loose fit and organic cotton stretch jersey for ease of movement, making it suitable for light to moderate activity. However, cotton is not moisture-wicking; it absorbs sweat rather than drawing it away, so for high-intensity workouts you might prefer a synthetic blend.
- Does the faded-look effect apply to all color options, such as black and pink?
- Yes, the faded-look effect is a general finish applied to all color options of this t-shirt, including Black and Pink. The product features describe it as a 'faded-look effect' and it's not listed as color-specific. However, the visual impact may vary slightly across colors due to the base shade.