PRETEND I'M NOT HERE Crop Top vs Unisex Shirt

Quick answer

Choose the PRETEND I'M NOT HERE crop top if you want a relaxed, dropped-shoulder silhouette that ends above the waist. Choose the unisex shirt if you need a longer, pre-shrunk body that works untucked or layered over other tops.

Fabric and shrinkage change how each top wears

Both tops use cotton, but the crop top is 100% combed cotton while the unisex shirt is 100% cotton with pre-shrunk fabric. Combed cotton feels smoother against the skin, which matters if you wear the crop top alone in warm weather. The unisex shirt's pre-shrunk finish means the length you receive is closer to the length you keep after washing, an advantage if you plan to tuck it in or wear it over leggings.

The crop top's relaxed fit and dropped shoulders create a boxier line through the chest and arms. The unisex shirt uses a standard unisex cut with a defined chest measurement, so it follows the body more closely through the torso. Neither top is described as stretchy, so base your size on the supplied width and length numbers rather than assuming give.

Length is the real dividing line

The crop top runs from 17 3/8 inches (XS) to about 19 inches (XL) in length, with widths from 18 3/4 to 21 5/8 inches. That puts the hem around the natural waist or slightly above on most wearers. The unisex shirt runs from 27 inches (XS) to 34 inches (4XL) in length, with chest measurements from 31-34 inches (XS) to 58-61 inches (4XL). The gap between the two is roughly eight to ten inches at every comparable size.

That difference decides how you style each piece. The crop top pairs naturally with high-waisted bottoms because there is no extra fabric to bunch. The unisex shirt gives you the option of a full-length look, a front tuck, or a knot at the hem. If you are between sizes on the crop top, sizing up adds width as well as a little length, which can change the proportion more than you expect.

Print and shipping caveats apply to both

Both designs are digitally printed, and the catalog notes that digitally printed shirts might have slight imperfections. Colors can also vary from screen to screen, so treat the black tone as a guide rather than an exact match. Both items ship separately from other items in the shop, which matters if you order one of each and expect them to arrive together.

The crop top's size guide stops at XL, while the unisex shirt extends to 4XL. If you need a larger size, the unisex shirt is the only option between the two. The crop top's size chart lists length and width but not chest, so compare its width to a top you already own rather than guessing from the unisex chest numbers.

Trade-offs to weigh before you choose

• Waist coverage vs. proportion: The crop top ends near the waist, so it demands high-waisted bottoms and offers no tuck options. The unisex shirt covers the hip and allows front tucks or knots, but adds fabric that can bunch under a jacket. Decide first whether you want a hem above or below the waistline.
• Fabric feel vs. shrink control: Combed cotton gives the crop top a smoother hand, but the catalog does not state pre-shrunk fabric for it. The unisex shirt is pre-shrunk, so its listed length is more predictable after the first wash. Wash the crop top cool and line dry if you want to preserve its listed length.
• Size range vs. silhouette: The crop top runs XS-XL with width-based sizing. The unisex shirt runs XS-4XL with both length and chest listed. If you fall outside the crop top's range or need chest guidance, the unisex shirt is the safer fit. Check the width column on the crop top against a top you already own before ordering.

Product facts at a glance

• PRETEND I'M NOT HERE crop top: 100% combed cotton with a relaxed fit, cropped length, and dropped shoulders. The dropped shoulder and cropped hem create a boxy, waist-skimming shape that suits high-waisted bottoms.

  

• PRETEND I'M NOT HERE - unisex shirt: 100% cotton, pre-shrunk fabric, with length from 27 inches (XS) to 34 inches (4XL). Pre-shrinking protects the longer length after washing, so the shirt keeps its untucked or tucked styling options.

  

Which top fits your plan?

Best for

• Wearers who prefer high-waisted jeans, skirts, or trousers and want an untucked, waist-length layer
• Anyone who likes a relaxed, dropped-shoulder silhouette and smoother combed cotton against the skin

Not for

• Shoppers who need sizes above XL or want a top that covers the hip
• Wearers who want a predictable post-wash length without special laundry care