Albam
Albam is a British menswear label founded in 2006 by James Shaw and Alastair Rae, who started with a small capsule of well-made basics run from a bedroom in Nottingham before moving the business to London. The range draws on workwear and military patterns: utility denim jackets, smocks, overshirts, loopback sweatshirts, knitwear, chinos and the plain white T-shirt the brand built its name on. Cuts are classic and largely unbranded, with an emphasis on fabric quality. Albam sells direct online, has operated several London shops, and wholesales through UK retailers.
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| Category | Runs | Shape | Length | Size advice | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoodies & sweatshirts | true to size | regular loopback sweatshirt cut with a clean, slightly structured body | regular body with sleeves that can feel a touch long | Buy your usual size and expect a little shrinkage in loopback cotton, so avoid hot washes. | medium |
| Shirts & overshirts | slightly small | regular to slightly trim through the chest, with overshirts cut roomier | regular, long enough to tuck | If you're between sizes or broad in the chest, size up — overshirts are already cut with layering room. | medium |
| Trousers & pants | true to size | classic chino/utility cut, straight rather than skinny | regular inseam, often needs a small hem for shorter wearers | Order your measured waist; the straight leg leaves room without looking baggy. | low |
| Jackets | slightly small | workwear and military patterns cut close in the shoulder and chest | regular, hip-length on most utility and denim styles | Size up if you intend to wear a jumper or hoodie underneath. | medium |
| T-shirts & graphic tees | true to size | regular with a slightly straight body, neither slim nor boxy | regular, sits around the mid-hip | Stick with your normal size; size up one if you want a looser, more relaxed drape. | medium |
Does Albam run big or small?
Albam fits true to size. Take your usual size, but consider sizing up in outerwear if you plan to layer over knitwear. Most shoppers report Albam runs close to true to size with a classic, lightly trimmed silhouette rather than a modern boxy or oversized cut, though heavier outerwear can feel snug across the shoulders when layered.
How does Albam fit?
Most shoppers report Albam runs close to true to size with a classic, lightly trimmed silhouette rather than a modern boxy or oversized cut, though heavier outerwear can feel snug across the shoulders when layered. Overall shape: classic regular cut with a slightly trim chest and shoulder, not oversized.
How do Albam hoodies & sweatshirts fit?
Albam hoodies & sweatshirts fits true to size. Buy your usual size and expect a little shrinkage in loopback cotton, so avoid hot washes. Shape: regular loopback sweatshirt cut with a clean, slightly structured body.
How do Albam shirts & overshirts fit?
Albam shirts & overshirts fits slightly small. If you're between sizes or broad in the chest, size up — overshirts are already cut with layering room. Shape: regular to slightly trim through the chest, with overshirts cut roomier.
How do Albam trousers & pants fit?
Albam trousers & pants fits true to size. Order your measured waist; the straight leg leaves room without looking baggy. Shape: classic chino/utility cut, straight rather than skinny.
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