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Square Neck Neckline Adjustments
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Square Neck Neckline Adjustments
In March of 2022, the 50% Cotton 50% Polyester Cotton-Poly garment was discontinued and replaced with the 60% Cotton 40% Polyester Cotton-Poly garment. In addition to the fabric change, there were a few other adjustments:
In early 2022, the 100% Cotton Brief was discontinued and has been replaced with a boxer. The brief was prone to stretching throughout wear, so a boxer is better suited for this fabric.
In late 2021, the elastic used in garment waistbands was standardized across fabrics to provide a more consistent experience. This change affected Carinessa, Cotton-Poly, DriSilque, and Nylon Mesh for women; and Cotton-Poly, DriLux, Corban, and Nylon Mesh for men.
In early 2021, we began removing lace from women’s garment tops and switching to a standardized, plain binding due to updated customer preferences. This also makes the binding less visible under clothing. In addition, the lace was removed from the Carinessa Mid-Calf Bottom hem. This transition is still in process, and some areas will see the update reflected before others.
In late 2020, the Thermax garment was discontinued and replaced with the Thermal garment. The newer Thermal garment offers a lightweight, comfortable fabric made from 90% polyester and 10% spandex. Other features include moisture wicking, anti-odor, and 4-way stretch.
This garment uses a unique sizing in women’s styles and runs significantly smaller, so it is recommended to pay close attention to the sizing chart when selecting a size.
Care instructions include the following:
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May 14, 2019
The Stretch Cotton garment for men is the garment you’ve been waiting for. With its super soft blend of 95% cotton and 5% spandex, it combines breathability with four-way stretch for maximum comfort. Stretch Cotton garments fit more snugly than other styles, helping to reduce their external visibility, and stay in place better. A new design delivers cool comfort and support while stretch polyester mesh side panels dry quickly and allow airflow. Several design features make Stretch Cotton a premium garment product: shorter sleeves, a soft elastic waistband, a supportive brief-style bottom, semi-flat performance seams, printed labels, and two new neckline options.
Learn more about what makes this garment unique so you can decide if it’s right for you. To purchase these new garment styles, visit a Distribution Services store or store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
Stretch Cotton is a garment designed to better meet members’ needs. It is 95% cotton and 5% spandex, with stretch polyester mesh panels for airflow where it’s needed most.
The fabrics were chosen to provide a comfortable, cool fit for members living around the world.
Stretch Cotton tops have been designed with new, shorter sleeves for a better fit. Two top options, V-neck and lower crew, were created to reduce visibility beneath outerwear. The lower crew neckline is midway between the current crew and round neck options and provides a relaxed fit. It also stays hidden beneath traditional crew-neck T-shirts. The V-neck design fits more snugly than the lower crew. In addition, the brief has been redesigned to provide better support. The garment also features a tagless label, which makes the garment more comfortable and keeps the tag information readable longer.
The printed labels are designed to last approximately five years—well beyond the lifetime of the garment itself—under normal wash and wear conditions.
Cotton naturally shrinks, so this product will shrink slightly; however, most members report that the shrinkage is unnoticeable.
The garment should be formfitting but not tight. If the garment is worn too tight, the seams could tear. The hemline of the garment bottom is designed to fit just above the kneecap. If the garment is worn too short or tight, the hemlines may feel uncomfortable.
Stretch Cotton should be washed in warm or cool water and then line or tumble dried on low heat. Hot water and high heat can break down the spandex more quickly. Only use nonchlorinated bleach, as chlorinated bleach can make cotton and spandex fibers more brittle and discolored.
Sizes range from 2XS to 5XL in short, regular, and tall statures.
The men’s Stretch Cotton knee-length support brief, V-neck top, and lower crew top will initially be available to members in Canada and the U.S. By the end of 2019, they will be released to members in all other areas of the world.
Not everyone will prefer Stretch Cotton, as there are many different preferences for the fit and feel of fabric. However, Stretch Cotton has received favorable results from member wear tests in many areas of the world.
All garments are designed to last 50 washes, or approximately one year. Some garments may last longer than others, and personal preference usually dictates when to replace the garment.
Stretch Cotton is 95% cotton, which means it feels most like the Cotton-Poly or 100% Cotton garments. However, the spandex helps the garment fit closer to the body and makes the material more stretchy than the current cotton garments.
Please review our garment-sizing information to find the right size.
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February 19, 2019
The women’s Stretch Cotton garment line is being extended to include maternity styles, a nursing top, and mid-calf bottom. These new garment products are available immediately in the U.S. and Canada and will be available in all areas by April 2019 except for Brazil, where they will be available later in the year.
The popular women’s garment features a breathable cotton–spandex fabric that provides a soft, cottony feel and close fit. Stretch polyester mesh panels on the sides and inner legs help to increase airflow and decrease drying time.
All four new garment products will replace the Cotton-Poly garment products currently available for maternity, nursing, and mid-calf.
The maternity chemise-style top has been completely redesigned and features side gathers. These gathers and the stretchy fabric help to accommodate a growing belly while maintaining a close fit and avoiding excess fabric. The tops are available in two bust sizes. The maternity bottom features an extra-wide stretch mesh front panel for ultimate comfort and close fit.
For nursing mothers, the crossover top and signature stretch provide for easy access and a close fit, while the mesh side panels help to keep the wearer cool and dry. Nursing crossover tops are also available in two bust sizes.
The updated fit and design for maternity and nursing garments is more in line with modern clothing, resulting in an exceptionally comfortable experience.
All sisters can benefit from the newly redesigned mid-calf bottom in Stretch Cotton fabric, which features an extra-wide “yoga”-style waistband made of stretch mesh. The leg cuffs are made of the same stretch mesh fabric, which is also included in the inner-leg panels for better airflow and faster drying time. Benefits of mid-calf bottoms include extra warmth, cleaner lines beneath clothing, and fabulous full-body comfort. Mid-calf garment bottoms work especially well under maxi skirts, jeans, and leggings.
To purchase these new garment styles, visit a Distribution Services store or store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
Yes, the maternity top is a chemise with gathers down both sides and no underbust seams. The gathers and stretch give a fit that is snug but still allows for growth. The bottom has a stretch mesh panel that accommodates a growing belly and is also designed to fit snugly. Because the Stretch Cotton maternity garments are designed to be snug, this garment gives a new option for pregnant sisters.
No, the Stretch Cotton nursing top is similar to the Cotton-Poly and DriSilque crossover style. The fit of the Stretch Cotton nursing top is snug but not tight, giving a new option for nursing sisters.
Yes, the hems feature a stretch mesh cuff to keep the garment comfortably in place. The yoga-style waistband has a ⅜" elastic band fully encased in a wide stretch mesh panel. This makes the waistband feel like it’s barely there for increased comfort.
No, the rise on the mid-calf garment bottom gives a natural waist fit.
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April 6, 2018
The Church is committed to providing quality garment products that meet members’ needs now and in the future. Following the introduction of women’s Stretch Cotton garments, the product line will be extended to include men’s Stretch Cotton styles. To accommodate this growth, several styles will be discontinued:
Discontinued styles can be purchased through June 30, 2018.
Please review the information below to learn more.
Men’s Stretch Cotton garments will be available the first part of 2019.
Each discontinued style was carefully selected based on global sales and availability of other garments with similar features.
Discontinuing these selected styles will help ensure we can produce and sell new products globally that will meet members’ needs now and in the future.
Members may order as many garments as needed by June 30, 2018. In case of back order, orders will be filled as product is available, which may take up to several months.
To make a purchase, visit store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org, visit a Deseret Book or Distribution Services store, or call Customer Support. Phone numbers are listed at store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org/contactus.
Go to store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org and sign in with your Church Account. In the search bar, type the number from the top of your garment tag and hit Enter to see your garment name.
Or visit store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org/garments and click on the link for the fabric guide.
Or if you live near a Distribution Center or Deseret Book store, the associates can help you identify which garment you wear.
Members who are interested in purchasing garments that are similar to the selected styles being discontinued should consider the following:
| Discontinuing | Similar Style(s) |
| Men’s Cotton-Poly Rib Knit round neck top | Men’s Cotton-Poly Jersey round neck top |
| Women’s 100% Cotton square neck top | Women’s 100% Cotton chemise or Cotton-Poly square neck top |
| DriSilque bed-care garment | 100% Cotton bed-care garment |
Beginning June 30, 2018, the following products will no longer be available at Distribution Services or Deseret Book stores but will continue to be available at store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org or by calling Customer Support:
In addition, Stretch Cotton maternity, nursing, and mid-calf styles for women will be introduced during 2018 and 2019. These will replace Cotton-Poly nursing, maternity, and mid-calf garments, which will continue to be available until the same Stretch Cotton styles are released.
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December 1, 2017
The Stretch Cotton garment for women answers a need identified through extensive research: that of a comfortable, close-fitting garment made of breathable fabric. Stretch Cotton fabric is a blend of 95% cotton and 5% spandex, combining breathability with four-way stretch for maximum comfort. Stretch polyester mesh side panels dry quickly and help deliver airflow.
Several design features help make Stretch Cotton a premium garment product: a redesigned sleeve to eliminate excess fabric under the arm, a soft elastic waistband, simple silky binding, hems without lace, semi-flat performance seams, printed labels, and customized fits for average or full bust and lower or natural waist.
Learn more about what makes this garment unique to decide if it’s right for you. If you have additional questions, please ask a Distribution Services store associate or call Customer Support at 800-537-5971.
Stretch Cotton is a garment designed to better meet members’ needs. It is 95% cotton and 5% spandex, with stretch polyester mesh panels for airflow where it’s needed most.
The fabrics were chosen to provide a comfortable, cool fit for members living around the world.
Stretch Cotton tops have been designed with a new sleeve that eliminates fabric under the arm for a cooler, more comfortable fit. The garment also features a tagless label. This will help make the garment more comfortable, and it ensures that the tag information remains readable longer.
The printed labels are designed to last well beyond the lifetime of the garment under normal wash and wear conditions.
Cotton naturally shrinks, so this product will shrink slightly; however, most members report that the shrinkage is unnoticeable.
The garment should be formfitting but not tight. If the garment is worn too tight, the seams could tear. The hemline of the garment bottom should be just above the kneecap, and the sleeve hem should be three inches beyond the shoulder bone. If the garment is worn too short or tight, the hemlines may be uncomfortable.
Stretch Cotton should be washed in warm or cool water and then line dried or tumble dried on low heat. Hot water and high heat can break down the spandex more quickly. Only non-chlorinated bleach should be used, as chlorinated bleach can make cotton and spandex fibers more brittle as well as discolor fabrics.
The women’s Stretch Cotton knee-length bottom and chemise top will initially be available only to members in Canada and the U.S. By the end of 2018, these will be released to members in all other areas. Other Stretch Cotton styles, including nursing and maternity options, will follow during the course of 2018.
Not everyone will prefer Stretch Cotton, as there are many different preferences for the fit and feel of fabric. However, Stretch Cotton has received favorable results from member wear tests in many areas of the world.
All garments are designed and tested to last 50 washes, which is approximately one year. Some garments may last longer than others, and personal preference usually dictates when to replace the garment.
Stretch Cotton is 95% cotton, which means it feels most like the Cotton-Poly or 100% Cotton garments. However, the spandex helps it fit closer to the body and makes it stretchier than the current cotton garments.
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July 5, 2017
Beehive Clothing is committed to providing quality garment products that will better meet members’ needs. Based on extensive research and testing, a new garment fabric with improved fit and design is scheduled for release in 2018. In anticipation of bringing new products to our shelves, a few selected products will be discontinued.
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Discontinued styles can be purchased through October 31, 2017.
Each discontinued style was carefully selected based on customer satisfaction scores, redundant features, global use, and feedback from current customers.
The discontinued styles will free up resources to help prepare for new garments that will better meet members’ needs. Church leaders have approved this approach.
Sign in with your LDS Account at store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. In the search bar, type the number from the top of your garment tag and hit Enter to see your garment name.
Or click here for information about each fabric type.
Or if you live near a distribution center, the associates can help you identify which garment you wear.
Here are some recommended replacement garment options:
| Discontinued Product | Replacement Options | |||
| Same Fabric | Same Style | Same Stature | ||
| Dri Lux top and bottom | • Cotton-Poly top and bottom • 100% Cotton top and bottom | |||
| DriSilque flare-leg one-piece | • DriSilque snug-leg one-piece • DriSilque top and bottom | |||
| DriSilque snug-leg one-piece (petite and tall statures) | • DriSilque top and bottom | • DriSilque snug-leg one-piece (regular) | • Many top and bottom options | |
| Discontinued Product | Replacement Options | |||
| Same Fabric | Same Style | Same Stature | ||
| Cotton-Poly mid-calf bottom | • Cotton-Poly brief | • Thermax provides added warmth if needed | ||
| Cotton-Poly zipper-front one-piece | • Cotton-Poly one-piece • Cotton-Poly top and bottom | • Corban zipper-front one-piece | ||
| Nylon Mesh one-piece | • Nylon Mesh top and bottom | • Corban one-piece • Cotton-Poly one-piece | ||
| Corban one-piece (tall stature) | • Corban round neck and boxer | • Corban one-piece (regular) | • Cotton-Poly one-piece | |
For information about garment fabric similarities, see the Garment Fabric Feature Guide.
Women
Men
Order as many garments as needed by October 31, 2017. In case of back order, orders will be filled as products are available. Orders placed after October 31 will be filled as supplies last.
Visit store.ChurchofJesusChrist.org, visit a Deseret Book or Distribution Services store, or call Customer Support.
A new fabric with an updated design for women will be available early next year. It is a four-way stretch cotton with no lace, providing a snug fit.
Extra Support garments, both white and military styles, were discontinued earlier in 2017 due to a problem with fabric quality and subsequent shortage.
Sign in with your LDS Account, click on Garments and Temple Clothing, Garments, and then choose any category and any product. Use the Clothing Feedback link on the garment product page.