Outdoor Research Women's Essence Tee : True to Form

I never read the manufacturer's information before I review a product because I want to have my own experience with it and not be influenced by marketing.

So, I love when what I write about a product actually matches when the manufacturer says about it. Makes me feel like we're all honest and up front.

Having said that, now I'll tell you why I like OR's Women's Essence Tee. I'm a big fan of natural fabrics; they just feel best against my skin. The Essence Tee feels like cotton and wicks like wool or a performance fabric. Before I looked at the label, I assumed that it was a cotton/wool blend. But it's not; it's made out of a wool (12%)/poly (88%) blend called Dri-release®.

Performance wise - I've been very happy with the Essence Tee. It's comfortable, it does a good job of wicking, as well as regulating my body temperature. I love the raglan sleeve design--it allows a more custom fit through the shoulders and, with no seams at the shoulders, makes carrying a pack more comfortable.

I like the fit on this top, too. It has side panels between the front and back of the shirt which me a more generous fit. With my large chest, I like a workout top that feels like a tee shirt. This isn't to say the top is baggy - just that it's not fitted.

Since my workout wear and casual clothes tend to cross over quite a bit, I also love that this top comes in fun colors like Black, Eggplant, and Sky. I'm just as likely to wear this top with my yoga pants or exercise tights as I am with a pair of jeans.

So far for fall's breezy days, all I wear is this top and a wind jacket, and I've been very comfortable on many power walks.

Sizes: XS-XL (also available in a two-tone style, as well as in men's sizes - as the Sequence top)

Eco Creds: contains merino wool, a sustainable resource.

Bottom Line: A great all-around top for exercising, outdoor activities, and travel. And a great price compared to pure merino tops.--E.D. (Oct 09)

BUY ONLINE : $40 click to shop---

Manufacturer's Site: www.orgear.com

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