they were only ever available in size back
Like I mentioned above, a raggedy but delicate shirt can take on the visual symbolism of a very thin knit, if you've layered or accessorized accordingly; while oversized band tees because they were only ever available in size back in the day, can be easily cropped to a little below the natural waist and then worn over wiggle skirts or high waist narrow trousers, playing with big on top-small on...