Wardrobe

Shirts

The shirt is the most frequently worn garment in a man's wardrobe. Build a collection that works from the office to the weekend without effort.

Overview

From dress to casual — the shirt hierarchy

A shirt does the heavy lifting in most men's outfits. Whether worn beneath a suit or untucked with chinos, the quality of the fabric, the precision of the collar, and the accuracy of the fit set the tone for everything else.

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Principles

Dress, casual, and colour foundations

The Dress Shirt

A white dress shirt is the single most versatile garment a man can own. With the right fit, it works from boardroom to black tie.

Collar should accommodate two fingers comfortably
Cuffs should extend half an inch past the jacket sleeve
Single-needle stitching indicates quality construction

Casual Shirts

Oxford cloth, chambray, and flannel shirts form the backbone of a casual wardrobe. They bridge the gap between formality and relaxed confidence.

OCBD (Oxford Cloth Button-Down) is the workhorse
Chambray in pale blue for warm weather
Flannel in earth tones for autumn and winter

Colour & Pattern

Start with white and pale blue — they go with everything. Add pattern and colour once the foundation is secure.

White: formal and versatile
Pale blue: softens and complements most complexions
Stripe adds formality; check adds character

The Sartorial Standard

A well-fitted white shirt is never wrong.

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