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Issac’s Pima Cotton

Derwin28 — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 01:31:37 GMT

Good Evening! I would appreciate your input. I have never purchased Issac Mizrahi's Pima cotton tops. I'm eyeing the Essentials Pima wide-neck tunic shown today- Item A462892. I don't see any reviews for this tunic. My biggest fear with any cotton is staining, especially grease or oily stains. Secondly it must be soft to touch, wash well with no fading, pilling, etc. Does anyone own this particular tunic, or have any thoughts you are willing to share on Issac's Essential Pima cotton tops? Thank you!!!

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

maximillian — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 01:37:41 GMT

@Derwin28

It stains. I have thrown away tops with stains from Isaac's pima cotton products. I tried all kinds of "laundry hacks" that posters suggested. No good.

I like the feel of pima cotton. I now buy from other retailers, not Isaac Mizrahi.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

Franklinbell — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 01:37:52 GMT

@Derwin28 @I have a few shirts. I like them, I got butter on one the other day and I treated it with dawn dishwash detergent. Laundered it as usual . Laid flat to dry and it was just like new! I didn't put it in the dryer. I'm very pleased with mine. They pack nicely Also. They work for me!

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

RoughDraft — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 01:41:42 GMT

You'll probably get a lot of mixed opinions on his Pima cotton tops, but I can only pass on my own experience. I own about five of them, and I've never had a problem with washing them, throwing them in a dryer (no shrinkage in my experience). As for staining with grease or oil, as with most fabrics it's best to pre-treat.

The reason you're not seeing any reviews is that this is the first time this top has been presented.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

justashopper — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 01:45:50 GMT

@Derwin28

I have a few Issac Pima items and I have had no problems laundering them, removing stains by pre-treating with a stain stick or a little dab of detergent I don't put them in the dryer.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

Effie54 — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 01:47:11 GMT

I have some of Issac's Pima cotton tops. The material is nice, but I would never put it in the dryer. Unless it's a real tunic length, it might shrink. Is it soft? Soft enough, but not like Barefoot Dreams soft. They're nice for the money.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

Goodie2shoes — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 01:51:45 GMT

I don't have the top you are interested in purchasing but I have at least 10 of the Isaac Pima cotton tops I purchased over several years and they are all in excellent condition. They wash well, I put them in the dryer, no pilling or fading. I do light iron them but they are great.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

on the bay — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 01:50:28 GMT

@Derwin28,

I got one of Issac's pima cotton tops after reading how much people liked them.

I'm glad I got it but wouldn't get one again.

The pros-pretty color of lavender pink.

Cons-I ordered up and probably could have just kept regular size.

it tends to pucker in a spot-I don't know why.

Fairly soft but I was surprised how scratchy it felt to me. Maybe I'm just super sensitive. It is not softer than regular cotton tops I have.

It also is not that cool for summer.It's a very substantial material.

Maybe the different tops are made differently.

I do wash it on light and I do put it in the dryer until it is dry (not high heat), and it is fine. I don't notice it shrinking.

I haven't spilled anything on it so can't comment on stains.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

Derwin28 — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 02:01:31 GMT

Wow!! You ladies are great! Thank you for your input so fast! Ugg..I like the top but maybe I'll try a lighter color so I can work any stains with less fear of removing color, especially a dark color. Edit: I am very sensitive to scratchy materials. So, based on a couple of your inputs I may not be able to keep it anyhow. But think I'll give it a test drive 🧐

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

Kachina624 — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 02:12:35 GMT

Ive gotten rid of my Isaac Pima cotton and 24/7 solid color pants. No matter how you launder both, they come out a wrinkled mess and must be ironed or steamed. The Pima tees shrink if dryer dried so must be hung to dry, then ironed. Who wants to iron their tee shirts?

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

kjae — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 02:15:47 GMT

@maximillian The first ones I purchased were soft and comfortable. I have found that his pima varies in weight and softness. So it depends on which one you get. Mine have stained and I am careful. Color around the neckband seems to have faded a bit on some. I do like them. These are just issues I have had. Haven't found other brands.

Good luck.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

lavenderfields — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 02:39:47 GMT

I like Isaac's pima cotton tops. They are very soft and comfortable to wear. As someone else stated, they do vary in thickness but all of mine are smooth and I've never had a problem with pilling. I baby mine by washing in cool water and then tumbling on low heat for a few minutes and then hanging or lying flat to dry. They will shrink if dried in the dryer on too high heat. If I get grease on mine, I treat before washing with a degreaser called OIL EATER and have always had good luck with the stain coming out. As for fading, I think any dark colored, all cotton fabric will fade eventually. My dark colored ones have faded a little, but not too badly.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

Derwin28 — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 02:45:23 GMT

I just rewatched the presentation when Amy S. wore this. Noticed the seaming around her shoulder area seems off, like puckering. Could be because of her audio equipment in her back area though. Anyhow, after reading everyone's comments, I've decided not to make this top my first purchase in Issac's line. Thank you again everyone!! Your thoughts are very much appreciated!

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

CAcableGirl2 — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 03:43:43 GMT

@Derwin28 I have A LOT of Isaac pima tees and am always getting more. They are a little more beefy then the normal T shirt, but I haven't had any issues with mine. They will stain, as any cotton top will, so pre-treat asap if you spill anything on it. Because it's a little thicker, no bras show through, and it seems to flatter the shape. They are not boxy and will give you a nice waist.

I just wash in cold and put in the drier for a minute or two and then hang to finish drying. Depending on your size, and if you aren't sure, do a search of Isaac (sort by price low to high), and you can even choose your size, and you sometimes will find some of his pima items for less then $20. I've even seen some of his t-shirts for less then $10 - although rarely in my size sadly. Also check the "as-is". That way you won't spend a lot to try out his fabrics or designs.

I always check the size chart just to make sure I'm getting the right size - I say give it a try, you may be a fan...like I was after one day finding a pima shirt for $17.98. Now I have lots of them, always purchased on sale, clearance, or as is.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

on the bay — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 03:49:27 GMT

@Derwin28,

Yes, that is what I was talking about except my pucker is right in the front middle a little off to the side. It's as if I tied a rubber band around it and then let go. Maybe it happened in the wash. I have never had material like this. To me it feels stiff.

It must be that with all the positive comments some of his shirts are different blends or manufacturers?

I do love the interesting color and that may be where he shines. I also have never seen this color anywhere

which is a nice thing.

But I agree that if you can find some on sale, it is worth a try.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

Bhvbum — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 11:05:00 GMT

@Derwin28 wrote:
Good Evening! I would appreciate your input. I have never purchased Issac Mizrahi's Pima cotton tops. I'm eyeing the Essentials Pima wide-neck tunic shown today- Item A462892. I don't see any reviews for this tunic. My biggest fear with any cotton is staining, especially grease or oily stains. Secondly it must be soft to touch, wash well with no fading, pilling, etc. Does anyone own this particular tunic, or have any thoughts you are willing to share on Issac's Essential Pima cotton tops? Thank you!!!

Pima cotton is ... Cotton. But it is also very silky feeling, no comparison to the typical cotton T-shirts. My first reaction was this can't be 100% cotton, but it was.

For grease stains there is absolutely no substitute for cornstarch or baby powder. Just sprinkle, smooth in and let sit overnight. It draws out all of the oil or grease. Then wash as usual. And you have to treat any other stains with some extra detergent or a spot remover. But it is simply Cotton. I have a bunch of Isaac shirts and I love them because they don't shrink, I am tall and I need every inch of length they have especially the tunics.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

Elizabeth03 — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 21:02:18 GMT

I've made the mistake of putting the pima cotton tops in the dryer. It does cause shrinkage for sure. Also, I've had problems with getting stains out.

Re: Issac’s Pima Cotton

Derwin28 — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 21:07:29 GMT

@Bhvbum Thank you for the suggestion! Never tried that one!