1990s Gray Dragon Shirt | xhilaration US Women's L

Size: US Men's L

Age: 1990s

Measurements: Model is 5’10”, 37” Chest, Wears US Men’s Size M or L

Damages/flaws: None

The Manufacturer

Xhilaration is a fashion brand known for its trendy and affordable clothing options, particularly for young women. It is a private label brand owned by Target Corporation, a major American retail chain. Xhilaration offers a wide range of apparel including casual wear, sleepwear, and activewear, with a focus on contemporary designs that appeal to a youthful market. The brand is part of Target's broader effort to provide stylish and budget-friendly fashion to its customers.

The Piece

The Dragon Longsleeve shirt in gray-black colorway by Xhilaration is a part of their seasonal or thematic collections. Dragon-themed designs often symbolize strength, mystery, and cultural significance in various contexts. This shirt likely features a dragon graphic or embroidery, blending these symbolic elements with modern fashion trends. Xhilaration's approach to such designs usually involves incorporating popular motifs in a way that aligns with current fashion trends.

The Style

Dragon motifs have been popular in fashion due to their rich cultural associations and dramatic appeal. Historically, dragon imagery has been prevalent in Asian art and symbolism, representing power, protection, and grandeur. In contemporary fashion, dragon graphics are often used to add a bold, edgy element to clothing. The style of using mythical creatures like dragons became prominent in the late 20th century, often seen in streetwear and casual fashion as a statement piece.

The Features

• Material: Likely made from a comfortable, breathable fabric suitable for long sleeves.
• Design: Features a dragon graphic or print in a gray-black colorway, adding a striking visual element.
• Fit: Typically designed to be casual and comfortable, fitting with Xhilaration’s trend-focused approach.
• Occasion: Suitable for casual wear, making it versatile for various informal settings.

What Makes it Retro?

• Tag History

Well-known, popular brands and manufacturers like this one have the history of their vintage tags/labels documented online! Based on this research, we can be sure of this piece’s age.

• Made in Dominican Republic

Policy and trade shifts in the 1990s led to the US fashion industry to manufacture a majority of clothes in China as well as other Latin American and Asian countries.

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