Todd Shelton, based out of New Jersey, makes the smoothest long-sleeve t-shirts that I’ve ever pulled on. This one comes from the brand’s Refined 160 LS collection, and you can feel the difference immediately. Instead of using thicker yarn like most tees, TS twist together two finer (thinner) yarns. It feels buttery and refined, without the bulk.

Those Refined 160 yarns also go through an extra process that removes tiny fibers that usually pop on the surface over time. So you get that clean, no-fuzz finish that lasts. I’ve worn and washed mine multiple times, and it still looks crisp. The banded neckline is double-stitched too, so it doesn’t stretch out or lose its snap after a few spins in the dryer. At 160 GSM (grams per square meter), it’s one of the lighter midweight tees that I’ve tested, but not flimsy. It layers easily under a jacket yet still looks sharp enough to wear on its own.

It’s the most expensive pick on the list, but that’s because it’s not your typical long-sleeve tee. I’m getting a polished, durable t-shirt that holds its shape, survives the washer, and looks put-together enough to wear out in public. I’ll throw it on to run errands, grab brunch, or head into a casual meeting and never feel undressed.