Löyly is what happens when water meets hot stones. Not the steam exactly, though steam is what you can see. It is the wave of heat that lifts off the rocks, crosses the room and arrives on your skin all at once, and Finnish has a word for it because Finnish needed one. English never got round to it.
Every sauna contains one person who wants more. They sit nearest the ladle. They have opinions about the water, the stones and the interval between throws. When somebody near the door says that was probably enough, they are already reaching for the bucket. Nobody appointed them. They simply took the job.
This is the shirt for that person.
The print keeps it plain. Three curls of steam above the word, and underneath it what you are, big enough to read across a changing room. This unisex Bella and Canvas 3001 tee is printed in Europe using durable direct to garment printing that keeps the design soft and long lasting. The fabric is combed and ring spun cotton with a comfortable regular fit that suits men and women, and it comes in Black Heather, Navy, Burnt Orange, Pink and White across sizes XS to 3XL. We offer free worldwide shipping with no minimum, so it reaches you wherever your nearest sauna happens to be.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions.
Size guide
| |
LENGTH (inches) |
WIDTH (inches) |
CHEST (inches) |
| XS |
27 |
16 ½ |
31-34 |
| S |
28 |
18 |
34-37 |
| M |
29 |
20 |
38-41 |
| L |
30 |
22 |
42-45 |
| XL |
31 |
24 |
46-49 |
| 2XL |
32 |
26 |
50-53 |
| 3XL |
33 |
28 |
54-57 |
| |
LENGTH (cm) |
WIDTH (cm) |
CHEST (cm) |
| XS |
68.6 |
42 |
78.7-86.4 |
| S |
71.1 |
45.7 |
86.4-94 |
| M |
73.7 |
50.8 |
96.5-104.1 |
| L |
76.2 |
55.9 |
106.7-114.3 |
| XL |
78.7 |
61 |
116.8-124.5 |
| 2XL |
81.3 |
66 |
127-134.6 |
| 3XL |
83.8 |
71.1 |
137.2-144.8 |
About Very Finnish Problems
VFP was started by British author Joel Willans, who met his Finnish wife in London and moved with her to Helsinki in 2002. Over the next two decades his observations of Finnish life grew into a community of 1.3 million people worldwide. Every design is inspired by real Finnish life and created by Joel and his team in Helsinki. Joel is also the author of the Very Finnish Problems books, written after many years of living in Finland and still not fully understanding it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does löyly mean?
Löyly is the Finnish word for the burst of steam and heat that rises when water is thrown onto hot sauna stones. There is no single English word for it, which is rather the point of the shirt.
Where do you ship?
We ship to over 50 countries including the US, Canada, UK, Australia and across Europe, and shipping is always free worldwide.
How long does delivery take?
Most orders arrive within 5 to 10 business days, and you will receive a tracking link as soon as your order ships.
What if the size does not fit?
We offer a 30 day returns policy, so if the fit is not right you can get in touch and we will sort it out. It is worth checking the size chart before ordering if you are unsure.
How should I wash it?
Machine wash it cold and inside out, then tumble dry low or hang it to dry, which keeps the print sharp for longer.
Is it ethically made?
Every item is printed using DTG technology on OEKO-TEX certified blanks and made to order, so there is no batch overproduction.
In compliance with the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), Very Finnish Problems and SINDEN VENTURES LIMITED ensure that all consumer products offered are safe and meet EU standards. For any product safety related inquiries or concerns, please contact our EU representative at gpsr@sindenventures.com. You can also write to us at Fredrikinkatu, 00140 Helsinki, Finland or Markou Evgenikou 11, Mesa Geitonia, 4002, Limassol, Cyprus. Age restrictions: for adults. EU warranty: 2 years.
