Frequently Asked Questions
About DECAY
What is DECAY?
DECAY is an Indian streetwear brand that makes premium, relaxed-fit clothing in a dark, minimal, mostly monochrome style. The range includes oversized and relaxed-fit t-shirts, zip tees, leather-panel tees and extra-wide-leg black jeans, sold online at decay.co.in. New pieces are released as drops.
Is DECAY an Indian streetwear brand?
Yes. DECAY is a homegrown Indian streetwear label. The store is built for customers in India: prices are in Indian rupees, payment is taken in INR at checkout and orders are delivered to addresses in India.
How much do DECAY t-shirts and jeans cost?
DECAY t-shirts are priced between Rs 1,299 and Rs 1,499, and DECAY jeans are Rs 1,499. The price shown on each product page is the final price of the item in Indian rupees.
What is dark, minimalist streetwear?
Dark, minimalist streetwear keeps the relaxed shapes of streetwear but drops loud graphics. It relies on black and muted colours, clean lines, texture and small details such as zips, leather-look panels or reflective trims. DECAY designs in this style, with most pieces in all-black or monochrome colourways.
What is streetwear?
Streetwear is casual clothing that grew out of skate, hip-hop and youth culture: t-shirts, hoodies, cargos, jeans and sneakers worn with a relaxed or oversized fit. Compared with high fashion, it is made for everyday wear and is often released in small, limited drops rather than seasonal collections.
Sizing and Fit
How should an oversized t-shirt fit?
An oversized t-shirt should sit wider than your body, with the shoulder seam dropping below your natural shoulder and the sleeves reaching around the elbow. It should hang straight without pulling across the chest, and usually ends at the hip or just below. Most DECAY tees have a relaxed fit with dropped shoulders.
How do I choose my oversized t-shirt size?
Start with your usual t-shirt size. DECAY tees are already cut relaxed, so your normal size gives the intended loose look; size down for a closer fit or up for a bigger drape. For exact measurements, lay a tee you like flat, measure chest (armpit to armpit) and length, and contact us to compare with any DECAY style.
What sizes are DECAY t-shirts available in?
DECAY t-shirts come in S, M and L. Sold-out sizes are marked on each product page. Most styles are cut to be unisex, so women can choose the same size they wear in a relaxed men's tee, or one size down for a less oversized look.
Does relaxed fit mean oversized?
Not exactly. A relaxed fit gives extra room through the chest and body while keeping the shoulders close to your own. An oversized fit goes further, with wider body, dropped shoulders and longer sleeves. Relaxed fit looks easy and clean; oversized looks deliberately big. Most DECAY tees are relaxed fit, several with dropped shoulders.
What is the difference between a drop shoulder t-shirt and an oversized t-shirt?
Drop shoulder describes the seam: it sits below the natural shoulder line, which gives a softer, slouchy shape. Oversized describes the whole garment being cut larger than your body. Many oversized tees have drop shoulders, but a drop shoulder tee can also be only slightly relaxed through the body.
Oversized vs regular fit: which should I choose?
Choose regular fit if you want a tee that follows your shoulders and works under a jacket or tucked in. Choose oversized or relaxed fit for a streetwear look, more airflow in hot Indian summers and an easy pairing with wide-leg or baggy jeans. Oversized tees look best when the bottoms are also loose.
Are oversized t-shirts unisex?
Most oversized t-shirts are unisex because the loose, boxy cut does not depend on body shape. Several DECAY styles, such as the Backside Zip Tee, Cuff Void and Leather Tee, are designed as unisex pieces. Women usually take their regular size or one size down.
Does an oversized t-shirt look good on skinny guys?
Yes, if the proportions are balanced. Pick a relaxed or oversized tee in your true size rather than two sizes up, so the shoulders do not collapse. Pair it with wide-leg or baggy jeans and chunky sneakers, and choose heavier or structured fabrics, such as tees with leather or panel details, that hold their shape.
What sizes and fit are DECAY jeans?
DECAY jeans come in waist sizes 28, 30, 32, 34 and 36 with an extra-wide leg fit and classic five-pocket construction. Take your usual waist size; the width is in the leg, not the waist. Sold-out sizes are marked on each product page.
Baggy jeans vs straight fit jeans: what is the difference?
Straight fit jeans keep the same width from thigh to ankle and sit close to the body. Baggy jeans have more room through the hip, thigh and leg, so they drape and stack at the ankle. Baggy and wide-leg jeans are the usual choice with oversized t-shirts.
Baggy jeans vs wide leg jeans: which is which?
Wide leg jeans are cut wide from the hip all the way down, so the leg falls straight and full. Baggy jeans are loose overall and often sit lower on the hip. DECAY jeans are an extra-wide leg fit: a clean, wide line from hip to hem.
Fabric and Care
What fabric are DECAY t-shirts made of?
Most DECAY t-shirts are made of premium cotton fabric. Some styles add leather-look or leather overlay panels, metallic or reflective panels, or a see-through overlay. The Ziptee is made of poly lycra. The exact fabric and details are listed on every product page.
What is GSM in a t-shirt?
GSM means grams per square metre. It measures how heavy a fabric is: the higher the GSM, the thicker and more structured the t-shirt. Around 160 to 180 GSM is a standard everyday tee, while 220 to 240 GSM and above is considered heavyweight, the fabric many oversized streetwear tees use.
180 GSM vs 240 GSM t-shirt: which is better?
A 240 GSM tee is thicker, holds its shape and drapes better in an oversized fit, and is less see-through. A 180 GSM tee is lighter and cooler. For a boxy oversized look, 240 GSM is the better choice; for everyday wear in very hot weather, a lighter tee is more comfortable.
What is the best GSM t-shirt for summer in India?
For peak Indian summer, 160 to 200 GSM cotton is the most comfortable because it is breathable and dries quickly. Heavyweight 220 to 240 GSM tees still work in the evening or in air-conditioned places. A relaxed or oversized fit also helps, because loose fabric lets air move.
How do I wash an oversized t-shirt without ruining it?
Turn the t-shirt inside out and wash it in cold water on a gentle cycle with similar colours. Do not bleach or tumble dry; dry it flat or on a hanger in the shade so the shape and black colour last. Do not iron directly on prints, leather-look, metallic or reflective panels. Always follow the care label.
How do I care for raw black denim jeans?
Wash raw denim as rarely as possible so the colour and shape settle to your body. When you wash, turn the jeans inside out, use cold water and a mild detergent, and hang them to dry away from direct sun. Expect some dye to transfer at first, so keep them away from light fabrics.
Styling
How do I style an oversized t-shirt?
Balance the loose top with loose bottoms: wide-leg jeans, baggy jeans or cargos, finished with chunky sneakers. Keep colours tight, for example all black or black with one metallic or white accent. Leave the tee untucked, or do a small front tuck to show the waist. Add a chain or cap for detail.
What are the best pants to wear with an oversized t-shirt?
Wide-leg jeans, baggy jeans, cargo pants and parachute pants work best because they match the volume of the tee. Straight fit jeans also work for a cleaner look. Avoid very skinny jeans, which make the top look too big. DECAY's extra-wide leg jeans are cut to pair with its oversized tees.
How do I style baggy jeans?
Wear baggy jeans with a relaxed or oversized t-shirt, or a fitted tee for contrast. Let the hem stack slightly over chunky sneakers or boots. Black baggy jeans with a black tee make an easy monochrome outfit; add a metallic, white or reflective detail to break it up.
What are the best shoes to wear with baggy jeans?
Chunky sneakers, skate shoes and high-tops work best because they are wide enough to hold the extra fabric at the hem. Boots also work with black or raw denim. Slim, low shoes tend to disappear under a wide leg.
How do I put together an all black outfit for men?
Mix textures so the look is not flat: a cotton tee with leather-look or reflective panels, black raw or washed denim, and black sneakers or boots. Keep the fits relaxed and add one accent such as silver hardware or a zip. This is the monochrome look most DECAY pieces are designed around.
What are good college outfits for boys?
An oversized or relaxed-fit tee with wide-leg jeans or cargos and clean sneakers is the easiest college outfit. Rotate a few tees with different details, such as a zip tee, a leather-panel tee and a plain black tee, with one or two pairs of black jeans to get many outfits from few pieces.
Orders and Payment
How do I pay for my DECAY order?
DECAY accepts online payment at checkout through Razorpay, a secure Indian payment gateway. The payment options Razorpay offers, such as UPI, cards and net banking, are shown on the payment screen. Prices and payment are in Indian rupees.
Is cash on delivery available?
Cash on delivery is not available at the moment. All orders are paid online at checkout through Razorpay. If this changes, the cash on delivery option will appear on the checkout page.
How can I contact DECAY?
Use the contact page on decay.co.in or message us on WhatsApp at +91 75580 26223 for help with sizing, orders, delivery or returns. Please include your order number if you have one.
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