Russell Athletic Dri Power Sweatshirt 4X Large Reviews Summary

Sizing and Fit

Pros:

• "This Russell Athletic sweatshirt is a perfect fit---not too tight, not too loose."
• "The sweatshirt is a perfect fit for me, I like things roomy with plenty of room to stretch and be comfortable, this was just that."
• "For me the medium was perfect. Fits right in all areas."
• "The fit is perfect and it is so soft and comfortable."
• "Fits great all the way around..washed/dryed and did not seem to shrink..quality material and fits like a glove but not the tight type..can also comfortably wear underlying layers depending on the size ordered.."
• "If you generally wear a certain size, then that size should be what fits."
• "The fit is just right, providing both a relaxed feel and a modern look."

Cons:

• "I got a medium and probably should have gone for a small. This is so huge on me I almost swear I got an extra large."
• "Its a weird fit. I usually wear a medium."
• "I ordered a Medium because that's the size I wear ... this thing is like a small tent!"
• "The body of the sweatshirt fits great - like a medium would be expected to fit. On the other hand, the arms are way too big and out of proportion with the body almost like they are meant for a L or XL."
• "This sweatshirt is TOO BIG. Sleeves are baggy. Shoulder seams are too low on the arm."
• "The large was made for a giant."
• "The medium sweatshirt is not a typical medium-it's totally oversized and fits like a large."

Material Quality

Pros:

• "The material is a 50/50 blend and should hold size and shape after washing."
• "These are made of excellent quality smooth cotton."
• "It's thick and warm but not too thick that you can't wear it inside the house."
• "Fabric is fantastic, lightweight but warm feeling, washes up nicely in regular or light washer cycle, and dried in clothes dryer at low heat and comes out perfect, with no shrinkage."
• "They are well made and the colors are exactly as shown."
• "The material is very nice and just the right weight, and the color looks great."
• "The fabric is quality and feels like a sweat shirt should feel. It keeps it shape when washed and is well worth a couple dollars more than the other ones."

Cons:

• "I find the seams to be hard and scratchy, so I probably won't even be wearing it as a back up sweater."
• "The Russell brand has always stood for quality, but the sweatshirt began pilling after 2 washings (in cold water)."
• "I bought two of these sweatshirts and they both reek like chemicals."
• "Unfortunately, these new sweatshirts are nowhere near as thick or well-made as my old ones."
• "The fabric pills up very fast so it’s not a good quality sweatshirt.."
• "Fabric / material quality has gone down due to thinner cloth... Now overpriced for sure..."
• "These sweatshirts make you sweat uncomfortably. The fabric does not breathe."

Design and Style

Pros:

• "The color is sensational. Nice and black and inky like a silhouette or a blackboard or a '56 Cadillac Fleetwood."
• "This sweatshirt is unlike so many that are not shaped at all, they are like wearing a box. This one is shaped, it is smaller in the waist than the chest."
• "They also have a good selection of colors."
• "A beautiful sweatshirt, color was as indicated."
• "The color is even better than I expected."
• "It looks really nice."
• "And there are many different colors available."

Cons:

• "I am very disappointed that I received this item and it’s more of a denim blue or darker blue that what was pictured by a huge difference."
• "I really hate when companies decide to save a few pennies as really ruin a previously great product."
• "It doesn't have much style and the arm holes at the chest could probably fit 3 of my arms."
• "The body fit well. The arms are waaay to baggy."
• "The sleeves are very baggy, which is good for moving around but not the most flattering look for women."
• "The neckline is too big and sags."
• "These are nice sweatshirts. But I have one complaint. TAGS. Just about every other maker is doing away with them. They are ANNOYING. Yes it is a reason to return them."

Value and Price

Pros:

• "The price on this very well made sweatshirt is fantastic."
• "Good sweatshirt..washes well.very warm..much better than Champion."
• "Sturdy, nice details in the stitching, thick, warm, great price, really great sweatshirt!! Very good quality, and I’m super picky about quality."
• "Seems to be well constructed. Good value."
• "Given the price, it is a great value."
• "And a very reasonable price."
• "Great valued price."

Cons:

• "Now overpriced for sure..."
• "Too bad I paid full price."
• "The quality of the material is inferior to the 80% cotton Russell sweatshirts I previously purchased."
• "It is inexpensive at the discount price."
• "Size Chart is wrong. Ordered a size M. Very large SweatshirtA waste of money."
• "What good is a bargain if it's so poorly made that you don't even want to wear it."
• "The reason for 4 rather 5 stars is that it is pricey."