Mervyn's T-Shirt
XS / Army
$19.99
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Celebrate the story of Mervyn's, the California department store that began in San Lorenzo on July 29, 1949. Its accessible prices and modest stores made it a familiar stop for suburban families, while expansion brought the chain to communities across several states. The name briefly became Mervyn's California before returning to Mervyn's in 2001. This shirt is for former shoppers, retail-history enthusiasts, and anyone who remembers how regional stores shaped everyday life.
Mervyn's was an American department store chain founded by Mervin G. Morris, who opened its first store in San Lorenzo, California, on July 29, 1949. Its lower-priced approach and modest store format helped it appeal to suburban families. A second store opened at Fremont Hub in 1962, and by 1978 the chain had grown to more than 50 stores in three states. That year it was acquired by Dayton-Hudson Corporation, later known as Target Corporation, while retaining a separate identity. From 1995 to 2001, stores used the name Mervyn's California before returning to Mervyn's. Target announced a sale in 2004, and the chain was acquired by a group of investors that included Sun Capital Partners, Cerberus Capital Management, and Lubert-Adler Management. Mervyn's filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2008; the case became a Chapter 7 liquidation in October, and remaining stores were slated to close by year-end. In 2009, the Morris family bought back the company's intellectual property and announced plans for an internet-based relaunch. A later online-only store has been described as specializing in closeout and overstock merchandise.
Celebrate the story of Mervyn's, the California department store that began in San Lorenzo on July 29, 1949. Its accessible prices and modest stores made it a familiar stop for suburban families, while expansion brought the chain to communities across several states. The name briefly became Mervyn's California before returning to Mervyn's in 2001. This shirt is for former shoppers, retail-history enthusiasts, and anyone who remembers how regional stores shaped everyday life.
Mervyn's was an American department store chain founded by Mervin G. Morris, who opened its first store in San Lorenzo, California, on July 29, 1949. Its lower-priced approach and modest store format helped it appeal to suburban families. A second store opened at Fremont Hub in 1962, and by 1978 the chain had grown to more than 50 stores in three states. That year it was acquired by Dayton-Hudson Corporation, later known as Target Corporation, while retaining a separate identity. From 1995 to 2001, stores used the name Mervyn's California before returning to Mervyn's. Target announced a sale in 2004, and the chain was acquired by a group of investors that included Sun Capital Partners, Cerberus Capital Management, and Lubert-Adler Management. Mervyn's filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2008; the case became a Chapter 7 liquidation in October, and remaining stores were slated to close by year-end. In 2009, the Morris family bought back the company's intellectual property and announced plans for an internet-based relaunch. A later online-only store has been described as specializing in closeout and overstock merchandise.
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
| Width, in | 16.50 | 18.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 | 30.00 | 32.00 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 | 34.00 | 35.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 8.60 | 8.90 | 9.20 | 9.50 | 9.70 | 10.00 | 10.40 | 10.80 | 11.20 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
Product features
- 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton (lightweight 4.2 oz/yd²) for a soft, breathable feel
- Retail fit with crew neckline — neat, easy to layer
- Structural details: side seams, shoulder tape, and ribbed knit collar to retain shape
- Labeling and prints: tear-away label; DTF or DTG printing used for crisp chest and sleeve designs
- Ethically made blanks (Fair Labor Association, Platinum WRAP), REACH certified
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: medium heat
- Do not dryclean
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Product information: Bella+Canvas 3001, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Warnings, Hazard: For adults
Care instructions: Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), Non-chlorine: bleach as needed, Tumble dry: low heat, Iron, steam or dry: medium heat, Do not dryclean