dress shirts

Pure Cotton Shirt

For many dress shirt aficionados and dress shirt purists, the 100% pure cotton dress shirt is the ultimate dress shirt. A pure cotton dress shirt means just that, the dress shirt fabric is made of 100% natural cotton. This means there no other fibers whether natural or synthetic has been blended into the weave.

Cotton is one of the most important plant in human history, having been cultivated for its fluffy cotton fiber since ancient time. Cotton has been an important commodity in the United States, India and Africa for centuries and has had a profound influence on the historical, political and society of many nations.

The cotton fiber is firstly spun into a thread or yarn which are then used to manufacture cotton fabric which are subsequently made into clothing. The cotton fabric’s soft and breathable properties makes it the ideal material to be used in making dress shirts for men. It’s breathable characteristic allows for perspiration and helps you stay cool and comfortable in hot conditions. It is therefore not surprising that the world’s first dress shirt was made of pure cotton.

Shirt Colors

White Shirt

Every man must own at least one white dress shirt. As a matter of fact, the white dress shirt is the best selling dress shirt in the world, and you’re bound to have one white dress shirt in your wardrobe. The plain white dress is basic but it is also an absolute classic that you cannot do without. The reason is the plain white dress shirt is simply so versatile. It can go from super formal to super casual. You can wear your white dress shirt anywhere and be confident that you look great doing so. Regardless of whether you are hanging out with your buddies, working in the office, meeting clients or attending a wedding, you can never go wrong with your classic plain white dress shirt. Your quality white dress shirt will prove to be a great investment for years to come so take good care of it.

Your white dress shirt being neutral in color can work with literally any color you can think off. It goes well together with any outfit. You can match your white dress shirt with any color suit, sweater, pants or shorts. If you’re unsure what you should wear for any event, then pop on your white dress shirt because you’re guaranteed to look just perfect in it.

Shirt Types

Stripe Dress Shirt

A classic fashion item that every man should have is a striped dress shirt. Why? Because it is one of the most versatile and multifunctional garments you can own, and you can wear it almost anywhere. It’ll look great in the office and be just as a looking awesome on night of partying with your best pals.

The design and color of the stripes will dramatically affect the feel of your striped dress shirt. For the office, it’s safer to go for simple, thin stripes which will give a more understated and formal appearance. Bold, wide stripes have a more fun and party feel and is best reserved for out of office hours exploits.