Quick answer
Choose the size your child normally wears in t-shirts, then wash the tee inside out in cold water and tumble dry low to protect the castle graphic. If between sizes, size up for growing room.
Why the graphic needs a little extra care
The Disney Princess castle design is the focal point of this tee, so rough washing or high heat can dull the print or cause cracking over time. Treating it like any other favorite graphic tee—gentle cycle, mild detergent, low heat—keeps the colors sharp and the fabric soft.
Because the tee is made by OT Sports, it is designed for everyday wear, but that does not mean it is indestructible. Avoiding bleach and fabric softener on the printed area will help the design last through repeated washes.
When to size up or stay true to size
The tee is available in kids' sizes, but the catalog does not list a size chart with measurements. Without exact garment measurements, the safest approach is to compare it to a t-shirt your child already wears and likes. If your child is between sizes or you want the tee to last through a growth spurt, choose the larger size.
Keep in mind that a looser fit may feel more comfortable for play, while a closer fit looks neater for outings. There is no single right choice—just match the fit to how your child will wear it most.
Step-by-step sizing and washing routine
- Check the size against a current tee: Lay a t-shirt your child wears now flat and measure the chest from armpit to armpit. Compare that to the size options available for the Disney Princess Castle Tee; if you are unsure, size up. Avoid guessing based on age alone—kids' sizing varies by brand.
- Turn the tee inside out before washing: This protects the printed castle design from rubbing against other clothes and the washing machine drum. Make it a habit every wash, not just the first one.
- Use cold water and a gentle cycle: Wash with like colors on a normal or gentle cycle in cold water. Hot water can fade the graphic and shrink the fabric. Skip the heavy-duty cycle even if the tee is very dirty—pre-treat stains instead.
- Choose a mild detergent and skip bleach: Use a liquid detergent without bleach or fabric softener. Fabric softener can leave a residue that dulls the print over time. If you need extra cleaning power, add a color-safe stain remover rather than more detergent.
- Tumble dry low or hang to dry: Low heat is safest for the graphic. If you want maximum longevity, hang the tee to dry. Avoid high heat, which can crack the print. When in doubt, air-dry—it costs nothing and protects the design.
- Store folded, not hung: Hanging a kids' tee can stretch the neckline over time. Fold it and keep it in a drawer. This small step helps the tee keep its shape between wears.
Product facts
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OT Sports Disney Princess Castle T-Shirt, Hillsboro Hops: This Hops Princess Castle T-Shirt combines the Disney Princess castle with Hillsboro Hops baseball in one design. It is a fan-friendly tee that works for both game days and everyday wear, so it may see frequent washing.
OT Sports Disney Princess Castle T-Shirt, Hillsboro Hops
