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Name: Mass Bay Buoy & Rope Tee | Garment-Dyed Nautical Graphic
Brand: Printify
Price: 24.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Built for the coast. Made to move. Here's everything you need to find your ideal size — and understand what makes our apparel worth wearing.

Five Tides Apparel sizing flat lay with measuring tape

What is Ring-Spun Cotton?

Close-up of premium ring-spun cotton fabric texture

Not all cotton is created equal. Our tees are crafted from ring-spun cotton — a premium process that makes a real difference in how your shirt looks, feels, and lasts.

Ring-spun cotton is made by continuously twisting and thinning the cotton strands, aligning the fibers in the same direction. The result:

Softer to the touch — noticeably smoother than standard cotton
Stronger and more durable — less pilling, longer life
Better for printing — smooth surface holds graphic detail and color vibrancy longer
Lightweight and breathable — ideal for coastal climates and active wear

What is Garment Dyeing?

Garment-dyed vintage coastal t-shirt with rich washed color variation

Garment dyeing gives our tees and hoodies that lived-in, vintage look straight out of the bag. The entire finished garment is dyed as one piece — so the dye absorbs unevenly, pooling at seams and fading at edges, creating a naturally worn, one-of-a-kind character.

Rich color with natural variation — no two shirts look exactly alike
Pre-washed and pre-shrunk — what you order is what you get
Vintage coastal aesthetic built in — looks like a favorite shirt you've had for years
Gets better with age — color softens beautifully with each wash

⚠️ Care tip: Wash cold, inside out, tumble dry low. Slight color variation in the first wash is normal — it's part of the character.

📏 Sizing Charts

How to measure chest, length, and sleeve

All measurements in inches. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up for a relaxed coastal fit.

Graphic Tees — Unisex

Size	Chest (in)	Chest (cm)	Length	Sleeve	Fit
S	36–38"	91–97 cm	28"	8"	Relaxed
M	39–41"	99–104 cm	29"	8.5"	True to size
L	42–44"	107–112 cm	30"	9"	True to size
XL	45–47"	114–119 cm	31"	9.5"	Slightly oversized
2XL	48–50"	122–127 cm	32"	10"	Relaxed oversized
3XL	51–53"	130–135 cm	33"	10.5"	Generously oversized

Hoodies — Unisex Pullover

Size	Chest (in)	Chest (cm)	Length	Sleeve	Fit
S	38–40"	97–102 cm	26"	24"	Relaxed
M	41–43"	104–109 cm	27"	25"	True to size
L	44–46"	112–117 cm	28"	26"	True to size
XL	47–49"	119–124 cm	29"	27"	Slightly oversized
2XL	50–52"	127–132 cm	30"	28"	Relaxed oversized
3XL	53–55"	135–140 cm	31"	29"	Generously oversized

Hats

Style	Fit	Circumference	Notes
Snapback	One Size	54–60 cm	Adjustable snap, structured brim
Fitted	S/M, L/XL	S/M: 54–57 cm / L/XL: 58–61 cm	Structured brim, no adjustment
Dad Hat	One Size	54–61 cm	Adjustable strap, relaxed unstructured fit

📐 How to Measure

Chest: Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape horizontal under your arms.
Length: Measure from the highest point of the shoulder straight down to the bottom hem.
Sleeve: Measure from the center back of the neck, over the shoulder, and down to the wrist.

💡 Pro tip: Garment-dyed pieces are pre-washed and pre-shrunk — no surprises after the first wash.

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Dockside morning. Salted air. The only agenda is the tide.

The Mass Bay Buoy & Rope Tee carries the easy, sun-warmed feeling of the New England coast without trying — a hand-illustrated buoy and rope motif, slightly weathered at the chest, on a buttery soft garment-dyed canvas that wears in beautifully from day one. Throw it on after a morning tide-pool wander, layer it under a flannel for chillier evenings by the water, or wear it as the shirt that quietly says you know your way around a dock.

6.1 oz/yd² heavyweight fabric — pre-shrunk, breathable, and built for lasting all-day coastal comfort
100% ring-spun cotton — soft from day one, broken-in feel that deepens with every wash
Garment-dyed finish — muted, vintage color depth and buttery soft texture that only gets better over time
Twin needle stitching on all seams for reinforced, long-lasting durability
Tubular knit construction (no side seams) for a clean, relaxed drape
Relaxed unisex fit — available in Banana and Island Reef, sizes S–3XL

Five Tides Apparel is a small coastal lifestyle brand rooted in the quiet character of the New England shore. Every piece is made with intention — quality you can feel, maritime spirit you can wear.

Know your tide. Grab yours today.

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