Short Sleeves

[kingandrew]

SunriseEarth,

I've actually got 2 of the sleeveless version. The first I made myself, using cotton sheeting fabric from Wal-Mart. It is essentially a pillowcase with arm holes and a lace-up placket (no collar). That outfit also included my home-made cotton Tam 'O' Shanter, which was built around a terrycloth sweatband.

The second I got at a Red Faire when I was talking to the vendor who sold my my puffy-sleeve shirt (Jack's Shirts). I told him I wished I had a sleeveless version of his shirt, since it was really comfortable and stylish. He said, "Oh I've got those," and pulled some out of the back of the booth. So I bought it and now wear it in preference to my home-made version.

Either one would work well in Southern Cali temperatures. And they are great for showing off muscles or tattoos, if that's your thing, too. Me, I just like 'em because they are cool. I'm from Florida and the summers here in Beijing are just as hot and humid as back home.

Andrew