Garment & Textile · Women's Garment

Tank Top / Vest

Sleeveless knit top, armhole banded or self-bound.

Origin

Global

Era

Modern

Also known as

Singlet, A-shirt

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Industrialist View

Gym, layering essential. Rib 2×1 knit common. Women's version may have shelf bra.

Tailor & Garment-Worker View

Racerback (narrow back), regular, spaghetti, muscle. Armhole bias-bound 3/8".

Construction & Use

Athletic heritage, 1920s swim; 1990s fashion pivot.

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