I think the anti-winkle treatment shortens their lifespan. On the elbows, cuffs, collars; you see holes and fraying developing quicker than an "untreated shirt"...
It's like you paying for wrinkle free feature, but having to purchase more often....
I have been purchasing these shirts for years. However, over the past 2-3 years the Oxford shirts have been declining in quality. Holes appear on creases and the sleeves fray way too soon. At the same time the quality has decreased the price has almost doubled.
I was unable to locate a white Oxford cloth shirt in my desired size, 16 and a half x 35, at various retail outlets in the LA area. Frustrating. After an Internet search, I located and ordered the shirt through LL Bean. The shirt arrived today. It fits perfectly (Traditional Fit) and is of the highest quality. In the past, I ordered my dress shirts through various high end retailers. LL Bean is now my top and exclusive choice for these shirts. I have ordered casual shirts through LL Bean over the years and been very pleased with their products and service. On rare occasions I have had to return a shirt. Processing an exchange or getting a refund has always been a breeze. Outstanding company and I highly recommend them.
