Styl Guide: Must Have Shirts for men

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Last Updated on July 28, 2022 by

Dressing well is the first step to creating a good impression. And like they say, the first impression is the last impression. From designing a logo for a fashion brand to choosing the kind of thread for stitching, everything needs to be perfect. Whether you’re a corporate employee, a businessman or a freelancer, there are some shirts that every man should have in his wardrobe. Be it work, vacations, partying or a day out, these shirts will have you sorted. They will also help you diversify your wardrobe for all your needs. From denim and linen to oxfords and dress shirts, here are all the must-have shirts for men.

Must Have Shirts for men

The Classic Oxford Button Down Shirt 

A wardrobe essential for every man, the oxford button down shirt is a classic and age-old design. These shirts adds just the right amount of flair to your wardrobe. Designed by John Brooks in 1896, The COBD is the perfect combination of semi-formal. Worn with a formal suit, it can add just the right amount of casual to it. And when paired with chinos, it can instantly make it more presentable and formal. The classic oxford is known for its thicker fabric and button-down collar. You can wear these to almost any setting – be it formal or casual. For professional or formal events, wear lighter colors. And for casual events, go for deeper or darker colors. 

Dress Shirt is a Must Have for Formal Events

Suave, elegant and formal, a dress shirt is a must for every man. Formal occasions or black/white tie events call for a super formal look. A dress shirt is just perfect for those days. These are characterized by a thicker fabric, pointed, wing or cutaway collar and double cuffs. You can wear dress shirts with formal pants and layered with a blazer or tuxedo. You can even accessorize your dress shirt with cufflinks, collar pins or pocket pins. Pair it with a suit and you’re all set for any formal event. Dress shirts are mostly plain and light in color. However, you can also wear some darker colored or printed shirts formally. But remember, the more the texture, the less formal your shirt will be. 

A Linen Shirt for Summer Days Out

Linen shirts are the absolute go-to for most men during summers. Made with extremely light fabric, these shirts are perfect for casual or semi formal summer occasions. They are mostly worn in light, pastel colors like blue, white, pastel yellow that go well in summers. For a casual look, wear a linen shirt with a pair of shorts or chinos and roll the sleeves up for a trendy twist. And for a semi-formal look, wear your linen shirt with a pair of jeans. Best part is that you can wear linen shirts for more polished, formal settings too. Simply wear them with a pair of perfectly tailored trousers or layer them with a neat blazer. Linen shorts are super versatile and acceptable in every situation in the summer heat!

The Ultra Versatile Denim Shirt

Denims shirts are super versatile to wear and style. Fit for almost any occasion or weather, you can wear a denim shirt to instantly look put together and stylish. When you want a comfortable outfit, but also want to look fashionable, denim can be your go-to. Style your denim shirt with a pair of jeans for a denim or denim look, or wear it with a pair of black trousers or dark colored pants if you’re not a big fan of denim on denim. You can even layer your denim shirt over a white cotton t-shirt for an uber cool look. Accessorize this outfit with a classic watch and some men’s jewelry like a minimalistic silver necklace and make a statement wherever you go.

Cuban Collar Shirt for Casual Events

Essential for summers, essential for a fashion statement and essential for absolute comfort – cuban collar shirts are comfy, cool and super fashionable. Characterized by an open collar and a super lightweight fabric, a cuban collar shirt is perfect for hot, summer days, for casual outings and for tropical vacations. These shirts are available in a wide variety of prints and colors, and you can either go simple with a solid colored shirt or get experimental with funky prints and colors. For laid back, casual events, style a cuban collar shirt and style it right to avoid looking like a dad on a holiday. Fret not, we assure you that if you style it right, a cuban collar shirt can make you look stylish, cool and slick.

An Over-shirt is a Must for Colder Days

An over-shirt is one of the must have shirts for men, specially for colder days. Too cold for a t-shirt and too hot for a sweater? Get your over-shirts out and sport them with style on such days! An over-shirt is a jacket-like shirt, made with a thicker fabric like denim or corduroy and is typically worn over a shirt or a t-shirt. You can get some basic colored over-shirts that will last you all winter and sport them with your basic neutral colored t-shirts. Do note that these shirts are not meant for extreme winters and it doesn’t look great if you over-layer it. Wear only a single layer underneath and you’ll look super stylish and put together.  

Classic Office or Formal Shirts for Work

You can’t miss this one! Whether you’re a corporate employee, an entrepreneur or a freelancer there’s always going to be meetings and work commitments. For such days, nothing can work better than formal office shirt. These are sharp, fitted and longer than casual shirts as you are supposed to tuck them into your pants or trousers. Buy a couple of neutral or light colored office shirts and pair them with different trousers to make a sustainable work wardrobe. If you’re looking for semi-formal shirts that you can wear without a tie, opt for fabrics like oxford or herringbone. Colors like white, cream, pale blue and gray are perfect options for office wear.

We hope you found this list helpful. Now go on and add these shirts to your wardrobe. And for more such ideas and inspo, stay tuned to Styl Inc Blogs.

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Signing off,

Kashika