Quick answer
Turn your longsleeve inside out, wash it in cold water on a gentle cycle, and air dry it flat to keep the print intact and the fabric pill-free.
Why fading and pilling happen
Fading usually comes from hot water, harsh detergents, and direct sunlight. Pilling happens when short fibers tangle into tiny balls, often from friction in the washer or dryer. Cotton blends and printed areas are most vulnerable.
The Fan Tour Longsleeve Shirt has a large back print and sleeve dates, so protecting the ink means treating the whole garment gently from the first wash.
Step-by-step care routine
- Turn the shirt inside out: Before washing, flip the longsleeve so the printed side faces inward. This protects the ink from rubbing against other clothes and the drum. Common mistake: washing right-side out lets the print rub directly against the machine.
- Wash in cold water on gentle cycle: Use cold water (below 85°F / 30°C) and a mild liquid detergent. Skip bleach and fabric softener — softener coats fibers and can speed up pilling. Hot water fades prints fast. Checkpoint: if the care label says cold only, stick to it.
- Air dry flat, away from heat: Lay the shirt flat on a drying rack or clean towel. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from radiators. Do not wring or twist the fabric. Tumble drying is the top cause of pilling. Common mistake: hanging a wet longsleeve stretches the neckline and shoulders.
- Store folded, not hung: Fold the shirt and store it in a drawer or on a shelf. Hanging can stretch the fabric over time, especially on the shoulders. If you must hang it, use a padded hanger and fold the shirt over the bar rather than slipping it through the neck.
Product spotlight
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Fan Tour Longsleeve Shirt (2022 NA Tour): Black longsleeve t-shirt with E* Farewell Yellow Brick Road logo on the left chest and David LaChapelle photography on the back. The large back print and sleeve dates need extra care to prevent cracking and fading, so turning the shirt inside out and washing cold is essential.
Fan Tour Longsleeve Shirt (2022 NA Tour)
