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Michael Stars: Tees w/ a Shining Reputation

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Looking for a tee with a little extra “splash”? Something beyond your plain-old, ordinary, 100% cotton standby?  

Check out what Michael Stars has to offer! The tees are anything but boring and each new season brings a new modern collection. The company even has a signature “Shine” collection that dares to bring tees from casual to dressy instantly! Perfect for moms who want to be glamorous without sacrificing practicality!

If you’re new to Michael Stars, here are a few key points from a mom-next-door-type:

  1. Michael Stars is an upscale, Southern California brand that caters to shoppers in the Nordstrom demographic. The typical price of a tee is between $25-$70.
  2. Michael Stars has a GREAT reputation and is known for their soft, high-quality fabrics and “casual couture” fashions.
  3. Although originally just a t-shirt company, Michael Stars now offers sweaters, dresses, activewear, maternity, and baby apparel.
  4. Almost all Michael Stars tees are “One Size Fits All Most.” This is both a negative and positive quality. It’s fantastic, on the one hand, because you can easily purchase gifts for friends or for yourself without the hassle of size charts. On the other hand, it may not be the best choice for a plus-size or well-endowed friend. I fall into the latter category and the tees that I received were indeed exceptionally soft and stretchy, but perhaps drew a bit too much attention to my chest. When I modeled one of the tees for my husband, he pointed out my likeness to Barbie and the fact that the shirt fit just a bit too perfectly. I had to agree. I think I’ll have to add the tee to the “strictly for layering” section of the my closet.
If you have a small to medium frame and have an A-C cup, Michael Stars will probably be your new best friend. The tees really are chic and – from what I’ve heard – they are more than worth the steep price tag. I, for one, would much rather buy a quality tee that lasts and that makes me feel fabulous instead of buying a dozen cheap-o tees that just don’t do the trick…wouldn’t you?  
WIN IT! One winner will receive a Michael Stars tee of her choice. To enter, leave a comment on this post prior to Tuesday, October 14 at midnight (don’t forget to follow the rules). * Winner must provide a U.S. mailing address.
*UPDATE* The winner is #37 Karissa. Congratulations!

Comments

  5. Charlene Kuser says

    I love nice tee shirts and Michael Stars look
    comfortable
    and high quality.Nice colors to choose from.
    Please enter me,I can wear this size range.
    Thanks for the contest

  10. Tammy says

    Thanks I have been eyeing these for a while but haven’t broken down yet to get one, I just might have to!

  13. Tamara Bennington says

    Love the Thermal Long Sleeve Band Crew in the color of olive and would look great for the Fall season.
    tamben7996(at)aol(dot)com

  20. Sara says

    I definitely don’t fall into the well-endowed category! Lol I am a t-shirt and jeans girl and proud of it, but I do tend to buy the cheap-o ones. Whenever I find a good deal on a nice one I snatch it up and, my husband would say, wear it every day!

    These t-shirts are great. It surprises me with the trend toward long shirts that I still have trouble finding tees for my long torso. But these look perfect. And comfy.

  24. Laura G says

    I had never heard of Michael Stars before, but these look yummy! I really like the “shine” collection, especially the 3/4 sleeve crew with shirred yoke

  27. Catherine copeland says

    2×1 Shine 3/4 Sleeve Open Crew is very stylish and practical. thanks for alerting me to this great tee

  29. Heather C says

    Only for A-C cups, eh? Well, that stinks. I guess if I win, I can give it to a buddy of mine as a gift. She needs some sparkle!

  42. Dara Nix says

    I am absolutely in LOVE with the Shine Blouson Elbow Sleeve Scoop Neck!! Perfect for those of us with less than perfect upper arms!!

    Thank you for a great giveaway!!

  48. Rachel C says

    I’ve never been able to put out the extra cash for a higher-end sort of tee, but I know that my cheap-o tees don’t last. I would LOVE the chance to try a great quality tee…thanks so much for the giveaway!

  49. Chelsea C. says

    I’ve never tried one of these tees before, but would love to win one! The ‘one size fits most’ feature would be great for me since I just had a baby last year and am still fluctuating my weight trying to get back to pre-baby size!

  54. Jackie B. says

    Nice looking tees! They are simple yet classy looking. My fave is the Thermal 3/4 Sleeve Scoop in FLeur.

  56. Becca says

    These might be really good to look into! I have a small frame, so I would love to try one of these out to see if they work well for me!

  64. Becca says

    I’m a top heavy girl, but after reading your review about these fab shorts, it’s a risk I’m willing to take.

  66. Elizabeth M. says

    I don’t think I have ever had a great quality tshirt. I would probably never go back, huh?

  69. Cindi says

    I adore his “Shine” Tees! Please enter me in your fabulous drawing. How fun it would be to win one of these lovely shirts. Many thanks…..Cindi

  79. terra jones says

    they look great & comfy!! I am in the “small to medium/a-c cup” range…I would love to meet my new best friend, lol :)

  80. Christina says

    I liked Michael Stars Flutter Sleeve Square Neck in Fuchsia! I also like the many ways that one can shop on the site – by color, size, type, etc. – and I found this one that I liked by looking through swatches of color!

  83. Aimee M K says

    These tees look great, lots of styles and colors! The babydoll cardigan is especially cute. :)

  101. Ann says

    This would be my first chance at trying a Michael Stars tee, the way you described it I really want one now!! Thank you for the chance!
    *Happy Fall*

  107. Tiffany says

    I live in Tee-shirts but I have to find some nice enough to wear to a very casual (but no yoga pants) type of office and nice tee-shirts work just fine. After talking a look at Michael’s website I like the Shine Blouson Long Sleeve Swing Top.

  111. Michelle says

    Looks like a great t-shirt! It was a big mistake clicking on the link to that site-I found a bunch of shirts I’d really love to own! I’ve fallen for the 1×1 Rib Heather Long Sleeve Henley already.

  113. ann says

    i love micheal stars, a good choice of cuts and colors and the clothes are comfortable and durable!

  116. mj says

    The sizing of the t-shirts intrigues me! As a smaller-busted gal I think I’d like to check this company out…

  123. sara l. says

    I absolutely love the fact that these tees can be dressed up or down…I hardly ever can find comfy yet fashionable clothes!
    sblilly14(@)yahoo(.)com

  124. holly says

    They do look worth the money don’t they. One of these would be great for those confusing occasions where the dress code is casual but you still want to look nice.

  125. Jen Mc says

    I could really use a new white tee. I haven’t purchased any classic tees since before became pregnant 2 years ago. I like the Supima Short Sleeve Scoop Neck style.

  129. Vickie Couturier says

    I would love to win one of these shirts,just for me,not gonna let the teen get her hands on it

  132. Ashley says

    i love michael stars stuff but right now its just not in my budget.. i would love to win one

  136. Megan W says

    Just yesterday I was complaining
    about my small, post-breastfeeding chest,
    If I won I would be celebrating
    to have something that fits me the best :).

  146. Elena says

    I checked out their website, wow, they have a lot of nice looking t-shirts! The long sleeve hoodie looks really cozy! Thanks for the contest!

  151. Carol G says

    This is a new brand name for me, but I suspect my California based daughter would recognize it. I basically live in jeans and t-shirts, would like to get rid of some of my ‘logo’ shirts.

  152. Leigh S. says

    The tees are beautiful, and would probably look better on young, thin girls than me- a 53-year-old size 12. But I’ll bet I could carry off the 2×1 Shine 3/4 Sleeve Open Crew (in java).

  153. ab says

    These sound wonderful! Fitting in to the fram you suggested these might work well for, I’m anxious to feel them, get one on, and mabe have a new favorite!

  155. charline stanley says

    I like the all but this would be my pick.

    Micro Jersey Peplum Sleeve Shirred Vee

  162. Terra Heck says

    I am a little busty so I doubt it would look good on me. However, I’m sure one of these shirts would look great on my teenage daughter.

  168. Roxie says

    Micheal Stars is the best! I love the supina cotton he uses! I also love the new baby line!

  174. Gaye McGill says

    I believe I’m in love with Michael Stars. What great tees! After a lot of mind-changing, my favorite is the Shine Blouson Long Sleeve Swing Top in Gypsy

  176. Karen says

    I luv these tees, but have not been able to fit them into my tight budget. Thanks for the prize offering

  180. Ashley Robertson says

    My sister (no kids yet, so plenty of $$) wears these tops all the time, & they are wonderful!

  184. Debra B says

    Those tees look great, would love to win one, its hard to find great looking casual tshirts these days thanks for the fantastic prize

  188. Annie says

    What gorgeous tops! Its hard to find the moola to splurge on quality items – but I’m totaly with you. I’d rather have a handful of nice clothes then a closet full of tattery cheapy ones. You’ll have to share your secrets as to how you keep them looking so cute with an active (& messy!) child at home.

  198. Meredith Peters says

    The Supima Long sleeved shirred tee with scoop neck is very attracive and could work year round with so much I have. You are right. Lots of choices of unique tees that are NOT boring!

  199. kate says

    I totally agree about chest size, I am an a cup and a medium build and I just love the fit of these shirts!

  200. Melissa B. says

    the Supima Long Sleeve Shirred Empire in Gypsy looks like something my fifteen year old and I would fight over.

  205. Lauren says

    i really like this brand. I have a lot of the shirts and they are one size fits all, stretchy and comfortable.

    Thanks for the chance!

  208. andrea says

    I really like the raw edge neck with balloon hem, I could totally rock that! These are cute. I love a cute shirt and need some new winter things!

    Thanks.

  209. Barbara says

    Looks like something I could really use. I am excited to soon leave the maternity wardrobe behind….and could really use a tee like this when I return to the old wardrobe!

  215. Lachelle says

    I love the 3/4 sleeve shirred scoop henley! So pretty and would help my quest to dress a little better instead of just jeans and t-shirts.

  216. Allison says

    Oh cute! I love the elbow sleeve tee–perfect length for fall weather :)

    I said this on a previous post, but I am such a t-shirt and jeans gal. Some nicer t-shirts would really help my wardrobe!

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