Swish Unisex Long Sleeve T-Shirt

Before “fabulous” became safe advertising copy, swish was already making masculinity nervous.

Swish has a real place in gay slang history. In twentieth-century American usage it could describe an effeminate gay man or visibly camp behaviour — wrists, walk, voice, flourish, all the traits respectable masculinity tried to police out of men. The word has also been derogatory, which is exactly why wearing it by choice changes the direction of the insult. Pre-Stonewall gay culture contained far more swish, camp and feminine performance than later macho ideals sometimes admitted. Reclaiming the word lets that lineage keep some sparkle.

Keep this Swish long sleeve sleek rather than costume-like: black trousers, denim, boots, a long coat, maybe one unapologetically femme accessory. It works for queer nightlife, Pride, drag bars and anyone who enjoys old-school gay slang with a little historical bite. Camp gay clothing for people who know masculinity never owned the whole wardrobe.

Swish Unisex Long Sleeve T-Shirt Product Details

• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Heather colours are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton / 48% polyester
• Athletic Heather is 90% combed and ring-spun cotton / 10% polyester
• Fine 32-singles construction for a smoother T-shirt feel
• Retail fit designed for easy everyday layering
• Classic crew neck
• Cover-stitched collar
• 2-inch ribbed cuffs
• Side-seamed construction

Sizing Guide

This is a retail-fit long sleeve T-shirt rather than a heavyweight sweatshirt, so compare the measurements with a long sleeve tee you already like. Choose your usual size for the intended fit, go up if you want more room through the body or space for layering, or size down if you prefer a closer silhouette.

If you are between sizes, check our Measuring Guide before ordering.