For summer fashion, a good
rule-of-thumb for shirt fabrics is to opt for natural fibers over
synthetic ones. Synthetics tend to trap in moisture rather than release it
freely, restricting breathability and sweat dispersion through clothing.
Fabric weave, weight, and cut matter as well, with looser, lighter fabrics
allowing heat to escape. Though cotton reigns supreme in essentially all
pillars of men’s summer style, we’ve outlined a few on-trend pieces that’ll
give your summer wardrobe a boost this season.
Chambray Shirt No man’s summer shirting arsenal is complete without a garment made from chambray,a lightweight plain-weave fabric. Though visually similar to denim, chambray shirts retain the breathable and moisture-wicking properties of lighter fabrics, which make it ideal for spring and summer weather. Chambray comes in a few colors, though it’s always woven with a white thread to give it more of a pastel sheen. Stick with light blue (the classic), white, or light red for men’s summer fashion.
Short Sleeve Henley
While their long-sleeved counterparts are a staple for any fall and winter wardrobe, a short-sleeve henley can add some variety to the typical line-up of t-shirts. Henleys draw most of their design from a typical tee, adding 3-4 buttons for some more character.
Slim T-shirt
Nothing is more versatile in the
summer than a well-fitting, comfortable lightweight tee. Opt for shirts
that feel lightweight yet strong and aren’t too see-through when you pull your
hand up from the underside. Stripes are fun without being too loud, and solid
light colors like sage (light green) and persimmon (burnt orange) add character
to your wardrobe without skewing too dark for the sun’s rays. You do not need
to go overboard with designer shirts; inexpensive tees from Uniqlo, J Crew, or
Jomers will do just fine. Looking for the perfect summer shirt? Check out our
post on the best cheap T-shirt for men.
Linen Shirts
Effortlessly stylish in its
simplicity, linen shirts remain a decisive summer essential. Linen comes
from fibers of the flax plant, creating a strong, absorbent, and quick-drying
material — perfect for summer! However, linen wrinkles much easier than thicker
fabrics, but it’s totally expected and helps create more casual, comfortable
men’s summer outfits. Linen is very breathable, so we recommend long sleeve
button downs in favor of the short sleeves. Shoot for olive, white, off-white,
and light blue shirts.
Seersucker Shirts
There is no fabric quite as
synonymous with summer quite like seersucker, a puckered cotton that sits away
from the skin. The rippling in the material allows the body to be kept
cooler, which is why it is often ubiquitous with humid climates.
Traditionally a thin pattern of stripes, “railway stripes” are woven into
the fabric, but you can also get seersucker in solids and fun patterns as well.
Seersucker falls more towards the preppier side of men’s summer style, so be
sure it is a good fit for your wardrobe.
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