I really like this shirt and that's not a complaint just a statement of fact. When it says "linen" it means linen. When someone says "t-shirt," they usually mean stretch cotton or a cotton blend. Like a normal concert t-shirt. In fact, "T-shirt material" is a metaphor for this type of fabric. On the other hand, it's a cotton-linen, more like the material from which a dress shirt is made. It has almost no stretch, which suits me because it fits great. The color is pleasant, the material is comfortable, breathes well. I haven't washed it yet so I really hope it doesn't shrink.