1920s vintage henley shirt

Underwear shirt from the 1920s, woven of wool. At that time, synthetic fibers were not yet widespread, and natural materials such as wool and cotton were the norm. Wool is highly hygroscopic and stays relatively dry even after absorbing perspiration. It is also highly breathable and allows moisture to escape, making it comfortable. In addition, wool is an extremely durable and long-lasting material. In an era when the emphasis was on long-lasting quality clothing, wool was the material of choice for many because of its durability.

Historically, right-front matching was the norm for men's clothing. Although the authenticity of this design is not known, it is said that it was designed to make it easier to open clothes with the left hand when handling a sword or weapon with the right hand.

During the 19th and 20th centuries, the production of shell buttons flourished and became widely popular. They were manufactured in large quantities in the U.S. and Europe, and the two-hole shell button became the standard design.

The back of the front placket is reinforced with a separate fabric.

As the garment was made nearly 100 years ago, the damage is noticeable.

In the 1920s, clothing was not as inexpensive as it is today, and especially good quality materials and tailoring were expensive. Therefore, people tried to use these clothes as long as possible. Hand-sewing and sewing skills were common, and many people repaired clothes in their homes. Repairs were routinely made, such as re-sewing frayed areas, re-buttoning, and reinforcing torn areas with patch cloth.