Express 40% off + $15 off $60 Sale – Use Code 1274
“The Crack… is Whack.” – Whitney Houston.
The Express 1MX is back on double sale again. They’ve marked their flagship shirts down by 40% off, and if you buy two you can knock another $15 off w/ the code 1274. It all adds up to getting these for half off retail. And you’ll need two. Because these shirts have the half life of an axe juggling meth addict.
It’s been noted before that the Express 1MX has some serious flaws. Being that I just pulled that shirt up there ^ out of the dryer, and it’s no more than two years old, it seems like a good time to revisit those drawbacks:
- The collar shreds (no kidding) over time
- The cuffs and collar pucker thanks to the fusing which will eventually melt and cause noticeable wrinkles
- The body requires major ironing after each wash
- The neck is a little too tight for many to wear buttoned all the way up with a tie.
Here’s where the addiction comes in. I… I just don’t care. They’re still worth it to me when they’re marked down. Because for the sale price of $28.44 (w/ two & code), you get a shirt that fits better (modern, fitted, extra slim), looks better, & does more than almost any other shirt on the market.
It can look like a dress shirt, but doesn’t feel like a dress shirt. You can wear a tee under it untucked and it excels under sweaters. Once they do start to exhibit their inevitable dark side they’ll make a hell of a weekend shirt.
The Express 1MX. Not marriage material. But the courtship and honeymoon are awful fun. And unlike a deadbeat spouse, you can get a quick replacement for under $30 when the old ball and chain gets tired and worn.
At what price does the 1MX become a deal? Full retail? Under $30? Leave your take in the comments…
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Heads up. The Express Signature Polo is also on sale, under $20 if you buy three with code 1274. Exp. 4/25
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Joe, I always bring my 1MX shirts to the dry cleaners for a professional cleaning. I think this would solve most of the issues you’re having with longevity, as the standard residential washing machine simply beats these suckers up. Get them laundered with care. A small (for me – $1.88) investment will prolong the life of your favorite shirts.
I dunno, I have a closet full of these and my oldest are about 2 years old and they still look great. Yes, I’ve had buttons fall off and some stitching come loose, but those things are not too hard to fix. Of course, I don’t wash them like I would another shirt
-always on the light cotton setting in the washing machine (pre-treat stains with white vinegar)
-never, EVER put them in the dryer, always hang-dry
-only iron them if you need to. use a steamer to release wrinkles for weekend / casual wear
its a little extra work but I think it’s saved me a bit of money
oh and I usually buy at $35/ea or below
I have a few MK2s, which I believe are the same shirt (fit and material-wise) just with military detailing. I’ve noticed some of the same flaws. 15 months old and the wrinkles in the collar are irremovable. However, I have an OLDER 1MX that I’ve only ever dry cleaned, and it looks better than the day I bought it.
I have a $50 off $150 coupon. Add 4 shirts and a pair of $10 socks, after discount comes to $103, or $28 per shirt. I hope the stores in my area have the colors I want (light pink, mint green, horizon) so I don’t have to pay shipping.
Second the hang dry. Seriously extends serviceable life of shirt. Collar wrinkles still occur, but at a much reduced rate.
I don’t have much experience with 1MX shirts, but hang-drying is extremely good for the life of any button-up.
Value wise you can’t beat the 1MX. I always hang dry after washing and while ironing is a pain I haven’t experienced the same shredding or wrinkles. I have, however, noticed that the colors will fade, especially under the arms.
I wear them an absolute ton… and I’m not big on running back and forth to the dry-cleaner every week (or spending that money)
I have bought all my 1MX shirts in the past 8 months and it seems they have made some small improvements. The collar fits much better now, as a friend who bought all his several years ago noticed the small collar. (Actually for me I find the collar fit me perfect or about 3/8″ to big, but better than smaller.) Cleaning wise; washing in cold gentle cycle, then immediately removing after wash and hanging to dry works well. (No dryer) Then after ~3 hours hanging I just take 10 minutes to iron them and they are good to go.
Doesn’t seem like it’s on sale for me. I tried adding two to the checkout basket, but only the 15 dollars off 60 work, nothing for 40% off.
What the… So in the “fitted” style, Express has put the price of their White and Black 1MX back to the regular price of $59.50. Everything else is 40% off. That’s an eye brow raiser.
Yeah, that’s what I noticed. I guess some are 40% off but not the White mediums. Some are like 25 or 30% off. I think I’ll wait for another sale, not as good as last time. 🙂
I was looking at some shirts on the sale rack at Express the other day. I have to say, I wasn’t too impressed. Maybe it was just the weird colors that were on sale, but I wasn’t even slightly tempted by a single one.
I think I’ll stick with my $20 Target shirts for the time being….
i rotate my mx shirts (fitted style now) with some jcrew, and brooks brothers shirts in my standard wardrobe. but all go the the cleaners for professional care, and all hold up well as a result. I have some older express shirts that are made of a heavy 2ply or better cotton cloth, but alas i fear we’ll never see that quality again.
I know exactly what you’re talking about. I have this 3+ year old brown striped express shirt that has held up better than fitted 1mx shirts I purchased last summer.
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Has anyone tried on the 1MX “extra slim fit?” Apparently these are slimmer then the “fitted” version and is only available online.
I went back for another white today. As long as you buy at the Brick & Mortar stores, you can get the white and black 1MX at the same 40% off.
IMO, these shirts need to be chucked once you graduate from college.
College is a pretty distant memory for me. But the 1MX fitted is my go-to inbetween button up. I don’t wear em’ with suits, but under sweaters, over t-shirts, etc… they actually fit. Would love to hear an alternative. What’s your go-to guest?
I have always wanted to try them, but they never have my size. 🙁
I work in a conservative environment, so I’m required to have an endless supply of plain-looking shirts. I don’t really have a say in the matter, so the (always unexciting) BB non-iron slim fit is my go-to, in and outside of the office.
Obviously, this is all besides the point–and my own rambling opinion–but I can’t think of an option worse than 1MX, and wouldn’t take one for free. The material looks cheap and exudes a tackiness on par with studded earrings and square-toed Alfanis.
I don’t have a specific recommendation in the $30 range, but I’m sure you can find much nicer (and more durable) shirts at any decent clothing discounter.
As a side note, I think you’re generally doing a great job with this website.
We’re wearing it differently, that’s for sure. And I think you’re opinion on the material of the 1mx has got to be in the minority. It’s just a plain shirt, and that’s what a lot of us really dig about it. But to compare it to studded earrings and square-toed alfanis? It’s just a shirt that can do a lot which fits off the rack and doesn’t drop too long in the tail. I have to respectfully disagree with you on the look of the material point. When I have it on under a (again, cheap) tailored Old Navy or Gap blazer, I don’t think anyone sees it and thinks “Gee whiz the material on that shirt sure does look cheap and tacky.”
Thanks! Glad you like it.
I have to agree I have a few of these that are 5+ years old. The older collars are out of style, but they still look great from a build perspective with dry leaning. I wear them twice then take them in. I have 20+ 1MX (I only get the fitted now) and have two in any color you can wear to work.
My only flaw with the shirt is that color palette is brutal. I have only found a few of their patterns that work even remotely.