Men's Essential Tee

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  • Front flat lay of Men’s Essential Tee in stone showing crew neck, short sleeves, and subtle branded hem tag on white background
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in stone on model showing crew neck, short sleeves and regular fit on a white background
  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in Stone on model showing crewneck fit and lightweight alpaca and organic Pima cotton fabric
  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in Stone showing lightweight alpaca and Pima cotton fabric on model against white background
  • Black Essential Tee Breathable Organic Pima Cotton and Alpaca Men's T-Shirt – PAKA Apparel
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in black on model, showing crewneck and short sleeves, alpaca and Pima cotton fabric
  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in black showing soft alpaca and organic Pima cotton blend on model in sunlit woods
  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in black showcasing crewneck and short sleeves on model against plain white background
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in bone on a male model showcasing crewneck, short sleeves, and alpaca-Pima cotton fabric on a white background
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  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in bone (off-white) on model showcasing crewneck and short sleeves with light gray background
  • Side waist view of Men’s Essential Tee in bone showing woven Inca hem tag with model wearing olive pants
  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in Andean Moss, crewneck short-sleeve made from alpaca and organic Pima cotton blend
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in Andean Moss on model, regular fit, alpaca and organic Pima fabric
  • Man wearing Andean Moss Essential Tee made from alpaca and organic Pima cotton standing beside a white horse on a beach
  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in Andean Moss showcasing short sleeves, crewneck, and regular fit on a white background
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in navy on model showcasing soft alpaca and organic Pima cotton blend with white background
  • Front three-quarter view of Men’s Essential Tee, navy, crewneck short sleeves, alpaca-Pima cotton blend, outdoor background
  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in navy showcasing crewneck, short sleeves, and relaxed fit on model with plain light gray background
  • Side Waist View of Navy Essential Tee Men's Organic Pima Cotton and Alpaca T-Shirt – PAKA Apparel
  • Front view of men’s Essential Tee showcasing its crewneck and short sleeves against a light gray background
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in balsam green showcasing its short sleeves and crewneck on a light gray background
  • Front three quarter view of mens Essential Tee in balsam showcasing crewneck and short sleeves on a model in a sunny meadow
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee showcasing crew neck and short sleeves in bluestone on light gray background
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in bluestone, crew-neck alpaca and pima cotton, regular fit on model, white background
  • Man wearing Bluestone Men’s Essential Tee (crewneck) sitting on an ATV in a wooded outdoor setting
  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in bluestone showing lightweight alpaca and Pima cotton blend crewneck on white background
  • Close-up of Men’s Essential Tee in Bluestone showing lower hem, center-back seam and woven logo tag over olive pants
  • Close-up of Men’s Essential Tee rear hem showing woven logo tag and center back seam on a model wearing olive pants
  • Charcoal Essential Tee Men's Organic Pima Cotton and Alpaca T-Shirt from Peru – PAKA Apparel
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  • Front three-quarter view of Men’s Essential Tee in charcoal showing crewneck short sleeves and alpaca-Pima cotton blend on white
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  • Rear view of Men’s Essential Tee in charcoal with short sleeves, crewneck, relaxed fit, alpaca and Pima cotton, on light gray background
  • Side hem of charcoal Men’s Essential Tee showcasing PAKA side tag and straight hem against white background
  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in cinnamon showcasing crew neck and short sleeves on light gray background
  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in cinnamon, short-sleeve crew neck, regular fit on model, studio background
  • Man kneeling outdoors sawing a coconut with a machete, wearing a cinnamon Men’s Essential Tee made of alpaca and Pima cotton
  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in cinnamon showcasing short sleeves and soft alpaca-Pima knit on a plain light background
  • Close up of Men’s Essential Tee hem in cinnamon showing side seam and woven logo tab with model’s hand and black shorts
  • Desert / Tan Essential Tee Men's Organic Pima Cotton and Alpaca T-Shirt – PAKA Apparel
  • Front of Men’s Essential Tee in Desert on model; crewneck short sleeve in alpaca and organic Pima cotton, gray background
  • Close-up front of Men’s Essential Tee in Desert beige showing soft alpaca and Pima cotton fabric and crewneck on model
  • Rear view of Men’s Essential Tee in Desert showcasing crewneck and short sleeves on a model against white background
  • Side waist of Men’s Essential Tee in desert tan showcasing Inca ID woven hem tag with model wearing dark shorts
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in mauve on model, crewneck short sleeve, regular fit, alpaca and Pima cotton, light gray
  • Man relaxing on sunlit granite boulders wearing a mauve Men’s Essential Tee crewneck in a casual outdoor setting
  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in mauve showing crewneck short sleeves and alpaca and Pima cotton blend on a model against white background
  • Side hem of men’s Essential Tee in mauve showing woven Inca ID tag and model’s wrist against dark pants
  • Flat‑lay of Men’s Essential Tee in willow green, front view showing crew neck, short sleeves, regular fit, small side hem tag
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  • Front view of Men’s Essential Tee in willow on model, showing crew neck and short sleeves, regular fit, white background
  • Close-up of Men’s Essential Tee showcasing woven Inca ID hem tag and knit fabric texture with tan pants pocket background
  • Back view of Men’s Essential Tee in willow green showing regular fit, short sleeves, crew neckline on plain white background

Men's Essential Tee

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Find Men’s size charts for tops and bottoms. Plus, a few tips on how to measure for the best fit

Size Chart

Men's Size
XS
S
M
L
XL
XXL
Chest
34-36"
36-38"
38-40"
41-43"
44-46"
47-49"
Arm Length
32-33"
32 1/2-33 1/2"
33-34"
34-35"
35-36"
36-37"
Waist
28-30"
30-32"
32-34"
35-37"
38-40"
41-43"
Hip
33-35"
35-37"
37-39"
40-42"
43-45"
46-48"
Inseam Length
29-31"
30-32"
30-32"
31-33"
31-33"
31-33"
Men's Size
XS
S
M
L
XL
XXL
Chest
86-91
91-97
97-102
104-109
112-117
119-124
Arm Length
81.2-83.8
82.5-85
83.8-86.4
86.4-89
89-91.4
91.4-94
Waist
71-76
76-81
81-86
89-94
97-102
104-109
Hip
84-89
89-94
94-99
102-107
109-114
117-122
Inseam Length
74-79
76-81
76-81
79-84
79-84
79-84

*Tops: Chest is usually the best size predictor. However, if your hip measurement is larger, consider buying the size indicated for your hips.

Fit Guide

Next to Skin

A snug and form fitting feeling, the perfect 
close to body fit.

Slim

A body skimming fit, can be a stand alone athletic look or a base for layering

Regular

Not too fitted, not too loose everyday pieces that can be layered over or under multiple items.

Relax

Loose fitting top layer items for a relaxed feeling.

Length Guide

Men's Length Guide

Choose between classic and long classic lengths to get the tailored look and perfect coverage that fits your style.

How to Measure

Use a soft, flexible measuring tape. Measure directly on your skin or over light clothing. If you don't have a flexible measuring tape, you can use a piece of string by wrapping it around the area you're measuring, marking the spot where it meets, and then lay it flat on a ruler to measure. Alternatively, you can measure a well-fitting piece of clothing with a regular tape measure and compare the measurements to your body.

1 Arm length
With elbows slightly bent, measure from the center back of neck (at the base), across the top of the shoulders, down the arm, to the wrist. Keep your arm relaxed and slightly bent while measuring.

2 Chest
Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape parallel to the ground and comfortably under your arms. Make sure the tape is snug, but not tight. Relax your arms by your sides while measuring.

3 Waist
Measure around the narrowest part of your waist, usually just above your belly button (This will be the crease created from bending). Stand naturally and keep the tape a bit loose. Don’t suck in your stomach.

4 Hips
Measure around the fullest part of hip/seat circumference below your natural waistline. Stand with your feet together and make sure the tape is parallel to the floor and comfortably snug.

5 Inseam (pants)
Measure along the inside leg from crotch to ankle. Stand straight with your feet slightly apart.

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Why you'll love this

  • Made with Organic Pima Cotton and Traceable Alpaca Fiber from Peru
  • Breathable, lightweight, and thermoregulating fabric
  • Regular fit with slightly forward shoulder seams for optimized comfort
  • Soft all-natural fibers and premium crew neckline
  • Inca ID at hem for seamless look

Details

Meet our Essentials Collection—comfortable, everyday pieces so effortless, you’ll forget they’re even there. This breathable men’s tee is anything but basic. It's soft, lightweight, and naturally odor-resistant, adapting to any climate thanks its blend of alpaca fiber and organic Pima cotton. Easy to pair with all your wardrobe favorites, this sustainable take on the classic crewneck t-shirt pairs perfectly with all your plans.

  • For

    Exploring, chilling, working, playing, and all the moments in between
  • Material

    85% Organic Pima Cotton | 15% Royal Alpaca
  • Fit & Feel

    Regular / Classic
  • Model Specs

    Brennen is 5’9”, chest 38”, waist 29”, wearing a size M. Ramiro is 6’1”, hips 37”, waist 32”, chest 39” wearing a size M in Stone & Bluestone. Nico is 6'3, waist 34" and wearing a size L in Andean Moss, Navy, Charcoal, Black & Bone.

Wash & Care Instructions

  • Wash

    Machine wash cold with like colors, gentle cycle, don't bleach
  • Dry

    Tumble dry low, remove and fold me when you can, cool iron if needed

Country of Origin

Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru Peru

Complete the Look

  • Men's Essential Boxer Brief
    Men's Essential Boxer Brief
    $39.00
  • Essential Ankle Socks 3-Pack
    Essential Ankle Socks 3-Pack
    $54.00
  • Handwoven Quechua Bracelets (3-Pack)
    Handwoven Quechua Bracelets (3-Pack)
    $25.00
Men's Essential Tee

Men's Essential Tee

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  • The fit is amazing. The feel is Heavenly I am in love! Best shirt I have ever put on. I just wish they came in more colors. The color is a really nice green. I get lots of compliments. Can't say enough of how awesome this shirt is.

    - Shawn S.

  • Great shirt, comfortable, absorbs sweat like nothing and feels nice on the skin. I recently went on a six-hour hike and was drenched with sweat but didn’t notice until I got to my car to change and saw my shirt was really wet, during the hike I didn't feel a thing even in the cold wind.

    - Asif S.

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