The Camicia Shirt Review

The Camicia Shirt Review

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I was approached by Camicia shirts a few months ago asking me to do a review of their shirts.  Until then I had not heard of the brand, which happens often.  There are so many custom shirt and suit brands popping up that I cannot keep track of them.  So I always like when I am approached by new ones because it allows me to see what else is out there.  Anyway, I obviously obliged Camicia so here is the Camicia shirt review.

Camicia (who’s customer service and responsiveness has been quite good) and I agreed that it would be best for me to go through the normal ordering process, which is what I always prefer to do when I review a brand.  I find that it is the best way to evaluate a brand.  I think the most emphasis should be on the products but if the process to get the products is inefficient that can have an adverse effect on how I view the brand.

The fabric selection process for Camicia is slightly cumbersome.  Camicia has a lot of fabrics, which is a good thing.  However, the layout of the fabric pages is somewhat outdated and it can take a while to go through the fabrics, even after applying filters.  Fortunately, the fabric photos are good. Also, when going through the fabric selection process, I would advise avoiding the ‘CVC’ fabrics at all costs.  Stick only to natural fibers like cotton and linen.

The design stage is easy to understand and go through.  The available options for collars, plackets, cuffs, buttons and other details is extensive; which is something I like to see.  I should note that if there is something that you want done and is not present on the site, you can email Camicia and they may be able to accomodate your request.  For instance, I requested a specific collar point length, which Camicia was able to do.  Anyway, in the end, it is more important that the design process is easier than the fabric selection process so it is good that the design process is simple and straightforward.  But now onto the shirts.

Camicia was nice enough to offer me two shirts to review.  I chose a purple gingham ($56.60) and a blue and white striped oxford ($56.60) both from the “Premuim Cotton” collection.

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Camicia followed the measurements I gave them exactly, which was very good to see.
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For the sizing of the shirt I dictated the shirt measurements. You can also dictate your body measurements and Camicia can fit the shirt to those.
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Note the yoke on this shirt. It is a more western styled yoke with the curved lower part. It was a detail I had not seen on other custom shirt sites so I decided to give it a try. I quite like it with this fabric.

For each shirt I opted for different details.  For the gingham shirt I opted for a cutaway collar, barrel cuffs, regular placket, no pocket, original mother of pearl buttons and my monogram in mandarin.  For the striped oxford shirt I opted for a button down collar, barrel cuffs, regular placket, original mother of pearl buttons, curved yoke and my monogram in mandarin.

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Another thing that I have need seen offered before is to have one’s monogram in Mandarin or Cantonese. Although I cannot read Mandarin I think its still pretty cool that Camicia offers that option.
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The cutaway collar takes a tie well.
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The button down collar doesn’t take a tie as well, although still suitable.  The collar points are a little to close to each other for my tastes.  But the collar does have a decent roll and shape to it.
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I really like the oxford fabric that Camicia offers.  It is some pretty heavy weight stuff but still maintains a soft feel.  After a few washes and a bunch of wears it has worn in well.
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Camicia’s buttonholes are clean and there has been no fraying thus far, although the stitching could be tighter.
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The mother of pearl buttons are on the thinner side.  But they are still nice and have a good look to them.
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The pattern matching at the sleevehead is exceptional.
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The gingham fabric is also pretty nice, very nice for the price point.
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All of the machine stitching on both shirts is very clean, as you can see at this seam along the side of the shirt here.

In conclusion I give a strong recommendation in favor of Camicia.  Despite their fabric selection pages needing some work and the points of the button down collar being a little close I think the final product is quite solid.  The best I have seen in the $50 range and even at a higher price level the shirts would still be a solid buy.  But furthermore, Camicia’s ability to follow the specified measurements and detail requests was excellent, which made the whole process quite easy.  If you have any questions, comments or experience with Camicia feel free to let loose in the comments.

JLJ

 

Note: FYGblog did receive the shirts being reviewed during the production of this post.  As always the utmost effort is taken to take an unbiased perspective on the products being reviewed.

13 COMMENTS

  1. Can you please explain the site’s pricing to me? For me, it’s showing that the pricing starts at $374…now, I know that can’t be right, but I’d also like a bit of clarification please!

  2. Please allow me to retract my previous question. I just recognized the ability to toggle between different currency pricing.

    • William,
      What exactly do you mean? How the stripes are set at an angle to line up with the stripes of a sleeve? A brand should do that normally. If we are not on the same page please elaborate on what you mean, thanks!
      -Justin

  3. I recently put in an order for one of their oxfords based on this review. Is yours still holding up? I’ve always wanted a university striped oxford in MTM in that color, but it’s hard finding the right fabric for it.

  4. Did you have to special request the monogram to be placed on the left ribcage? I am ordering a shirt and only see the options of monograming the left cuff or breast. I would prefer the shirt be monogramed on the left sleep placket (or is it called the gauntlet, I can’t remember) because it feels a bit less pretentious.

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