Your guide to the white shirt

First, there are many different styles of white shirts. Some are more formal than others, and some are easier to incorporate into everyday wear. There are several ways you can determine where a shirt falls on the scale: the fabric, the cuffs, and the collar are just a few.

Some shirts are made specifically for formal occasions and are therefore not suitable for everyday wear. The dress shirt is a good example of this—it is only worn under a tuxedo or dress shirt.

With a suit, a white shirt under a suit jacket is a classic look. Again, there are certain types of shirts that work better than others. The fabric may be smoother than other shirts to emphasize a more formal style.

Shirts that work well with a suit jacket or blazer usually have a more open collar, such as a cutaway. This leaves plenty of room for the tie knot.

If you're looking for something more formal, you can also purchase a shirt with French or double cuffs. However, you'll need a pair of cufflinks to fasten it. Find the perfect simple shirt here.

However, there are also white shirts that are far less formal and can be worn every day. A classic in every man's wardrobe is the white Oxford shirt. It offers a mix of formal and casual.

You can wear an Oxford shirt both in the office and at a casual party. An essential element of an Oxford shirt is the button-down collar. The fabric is usually a bit thicker than that of a formal shirt, so it can withstand greater wear and tear.

It's also wearable all year round. In summer, you can simply roll up the sleeves and add chino shorts.

Especially in summer, you might feel challenged to wear a shirt. There's no reason for that!

A white linen shirt is ideal for a hot summer day. The fabric offers optimal breathability while being very lightweight. This prevents you from feeling trapped in stiff fabric, which is much more suitable for the colder months.

A short-sleeved shirt is also perfectly acceptable for a day at the beach or a coffee at the local café. Many people don't like short-sleeved shirts, but as long as you don't choose a print that's too bold, you can still look stylish in a short-sleeved shirt.

Choose a shirt with a lapel collar or a round neck for a modern look. The collar looks particularly good on a casual shirt and automatically gives you a cool look. Discover our wide selection of casual short-sleeved shirts here.

If you're not quite sure how to wear your white shirt, here are three outfits to help you out: