SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM is the premium line of SEEK 's cut-off series, a garment that focuses on superior comfort and the softness and texture of cotton. This time, we had three people actually wear it, and we'd like to introduce their impressions.

We asked people who regularly wear SEEK, as well as those trying it for the first time, to wear the product and provide reviews on comfort, functionality, and appearance after wearing it.



The SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM fabric has a slightly rough texture. It's like touching paper, but not as rough as newspaper. It's just "not as rough as silk." I wondered how this roughness would feel when wearing it, but I didn't notice any discomfort at all.
The shirt itself is very light, almost like wearing it against bare skin. The parts that touch the skin are smooth, and there was absolutely no feeling of chafing.


We employ a technology called "transfer print label," which eliminates the scratchy feeling of labels by directly transferring them to the fabric, with the concept of minimizing skin irritation as much as possible.


SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM, our premium line, is underwear made with a focus on comfort.
While it's fine to wear on days when you're working outside and sweating profusely, I think it's the kind of underwear that feels especially comfortable when you're relaxing at home on a day off.
Surprisingly, comfort is quite important when you're off work and relaxing.


Regular underwear has folds that can interfere with dress shirts and other clothing, but cut-off underwear offers a comfortable, almost seamless feel against the skin.
With shirt sleeves and pants, the folded-over part of the undershirt can interfere, causing the thigh area to roll up inside the trousers or jeans.
With SEEK, you don't have to worry about those things.

Next, we learned about the functionality and features of SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM.



There used to be a term called "Tsukinowa Oyaji," which referred to middle-aged men whose underwear lines were visible through their shirts, creating a faint crescent shape around their necks. This time, we'll compare how much underwear shows through and see if it's possible to "de-turn into a Tsukinowa Oyaji."
I placed an undershirt on my arm, then put a linen shirt over it for the photoshoot. This time, SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM will be pitted against white and black undershirts, and gray Supima cotton. For the outer shirt, I'd like to use a lightweight linen shirt.

From left to right, they are arranged in the following order: SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM, gray (Supima cotton), black, and white.

The two on the left have a faint boundary, while the black one is clearly visible even without consciously looking for it, and the white one has a very distinct boundary that almost seems to emphasize it. The gray one performed better than expected, but when placed side by side, the SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM one seems slightly less transparent.
I think if the color was closer to my skin tone, or a little lighter, it would look less sheer.




The top photo shows SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM, the bottom left photo shows a regular cotton T-shirt, and the bottom right photo shows a dry-fit T-shirt.
SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM is a fabric that feels like cotton, yet is also smooth and silky, making you realize that this is truly a top-quality yarn.
I'm even moved by the fact that each individual thread runs from bottom to top without being cut.

The collar is cut in a U-shape and has no folds or anything like that. According to Gunze, it's a "cut-off" style (a unique design where the edges of the fabric are left raw and not folded or sewn), and it certainly is raw-edged. You can't see the undergarment even when you open the collar.
While a folded edge might be necessary for design and durability, I was bothered by the snagging when wearing dress shirts or polo shirts. In contrast, the SEEK CUT OFF PREMIUM has raw edges on the collar, sleeves, and hem, making it much smoother to wear.



Most ready-made dress shirts have seams on both sides.
When you tuck your dress shirt into your trousers, you'll naturally also tuck in your undershirt, which means the seams will overlap, and the sides will be cinched with a belt, resulting in a situation where the seams (dress shirt) + seams (undershirt) are overlapping.
However, SEEK's underwear has no seams on the sides! Having no seams on the sides reduces friction between the underwear and your dress shirt, making it more comfortable when you raise your arms or walk.

The body is apparently made from a tubular fabric.

SEEK U-neck T-shirt, shorter sleeves / CUT OFF PREMIUM (EE3816)

This is the premium line of SEEK 's cut-off series. It's a garment that prioritizes superior comfort and the softness and texture of cotton. The yarn is mercerized, and the same process is applied to the fabric itself to give it a lustrous finish. The neckline, cuffs, and hem are cut-off, making them less likely to show through outerwear.

Available at: Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building B1F = Underwear, Nightwear, Socks
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