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Men’s Tailored Shirts – A Guide
Are you in the market for a new men’s tailored shirt?
Perfect for all occasions (from workwear to parties and formal get-togethers) nothing beats a tailored shirt when you’re looking to exude a clean, timeless, and smart appearance.
In this article, we’ll be discussing all the different aspects you need to look for when considering which tailored fit shirts you should be keeping your eye on, as well as answering all questions on what a tailored fit shirt is.
What is tailored fit in mens shirts?
A tailored fit shirt is a shirt cut to accentuate the body shape of the wearer, with the intention of providing a similar fit and experience that one would expect when getting a custom-fitting shirt from a tailor. A tailored fit shirt will typically be more fitted in the shoulders and chest, and will often feature tapering towards the waist of the garment.
Tailored shirts have a more timeless appearance, as wearing a garment that naturally fits your body shape will always remain in style. Slim fits and overly wide fits may suit the trends of a certain period, but tailored shirts will always look smart.
Is tailored fit and slim fit the same?
While tailored fit and slim fit may seem to be interchangeable terms, there are differences that you should be aware of. Men’s tailored shirts are more fitted when compared to classic fitting shirts, although not quite as fitted as a slim-fitting shirt. A slim-fit shirt will often feature smaller armholes in the sleeves, to accentuate the arms and shoulders of the wearer. The chest will often also be more fitted in a slim fit when compared to a tailored fit shirt.
Tailored fit shirts feature a taper towards the waist, but slim-fitting shirts will often have a more substantial taper, providing a very fitted, or “slim” appearance. Slim-fitting shirts have a trendy appearance and are recommended for people with slimmer bodies.
Things to Consider When Looking for a Tailored Shirt
While the fit is the most important thing to consider when looking for a tailored fit shirt (different brands can have slight differences in terms of fit), there are other things that you should consider when purchasing a new tailored shirt, such as:
1. The Fabric (and Weave)
The fabric of whichever shirt you opt for will dictate the appearance of the tailored shirt, and which occasion the shirt will be appropriate for. Some fabrics to consider are:
Tailored Fit Oxford Cotton Shirt
White Oxford with Liberty Contrast
Pink Oxford with Liberty Contrast
Oxford Cotton shirts are slightly thicker and sturdier when compared to other tailored shirt weaves, and as such are more suited for everyday wear. Oxford is typically found in cotton.
Tailored Fit Linen Shirt
Mens Blue Linen Shirt
Mens Stripe Linen Shirt
Linen is a stiffer material than cotton, and as such it maintains a natural, relaxed appearance. A naturally breathable material, linen tailored shirts are perfect for the summertime. Linen denotes the material in this instance, and it isn’t typically found in multiple weave options.
Tailored Fit Poplin Shirt
Striped Poplin Shirt
Striped Poplin Shirt
Poplin is a smooth, plain weave (meaning it is woven in a one-over, one-under technique) that makes it ideal for a tailored shirt. Poplin is typically found in cotton, although synthetic blends do exist in poplin weaves. Popin tailored shirts are very versatile and can be dressed up or dressed down for more casual occasions.
2. Collar Style
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Just like different fabrics will impart different appearances to your tailored shirt, collar design will also help dictate the proper occasion for your tailored shirt as well. We’ve collected all of the collar designs you’ll typically come across when looking for a tailored shirt.
Tailored Fit Button-Down Collar Shirt
Blue Oxford Button Down Collar Shirt
White Oxford Button Down Collar Shirt
The button-down collar is a classic casual style and is most typically found on oxford cotton shirts. Because the button-down style is more casual in nature, it’s typically not suitable for wearing under a suit, or with a tie (unless you’re going for a British school-boy look).
Tailored Spread Collar Shirt
Blue Double Cuff Shirt with Spread Collar
White Double Cuff Shirt with Spread Collar
The spread collar is the most common variety of tailored shirt collars you’ll find. Spread collars are perhaps the most versatile of all collars, as they can accommodate both skinny and wide tie knots. For this reason, they are suitable for wearing on their own, or for pairing with a suit or jacket.
Tailored Fit Contrast Collar Shirt
While it’s more of a difference of colour rather than cut, the contrast collar is worth a mention when discussing different collar options for tailored shirts. The contrast collar hit the peak of its popularity during the 1980s, although they have made somewhat of a resurgence in recent years. Generally speaking, a contrast collar denotes a more formal appearance, so it’s best to pair a tailored shirt with a contrast collar with a tie or jacket.
3. Materials, Quality, and Country of Origin
Beige trench coat with stripe shirt and navy moleskin trousers
Khaki Field Jacket with gingham shirt and corduroy trousers
When you’ve decided to invest in a high-quality tailored shirt, you want to ensure that the garment you’re purchasing is something that is built to last. With this in mind, we recommend making a note of how and where the garment is made.
At Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing by Paul Brown, all of our tailored fit shirts are hand-cut and made at our Suffolk factory in England. By maintaining our traditional hand-cut manufacturing, we ensure the quality and keen attention to detail that has made British tailoring among the finest in the world.
We also pay mind to use only the finest quality materials in all of our tailored shirts, such as beautiful linen from renowned linen mills like Soktas in Turkey, and soft, sustainable Egyptian cotton. When you wear a Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing tailored shirt, you can feel the difference as soon as you put it on.
Tailored Fit Ladies shirt and blouse Collection
In addition to our pouplar mens collection of shirts, we are also proud to offer an excellent selection of ladies shirts and blouses including our populat tulip collar shirt and ruffle blouses. Many of our blouses are made with a cotton / elastane blend offering that extra stretch just in the right places to ensure both a great fit and comfortable wearing shirt.
Ladies Tailored White Tulip Shirt
Ladies Tailored Black Ruffle Blouse
Conclusion: Best ladies and men tailored fit shirts on the market
We hope that our tailored fit shirt guide has equipped you with all of the information you need to make a smart purchasing decision the next time you’re in the market for a fine-quality tailored fit shirt.
Explore our collection of Oxford Cotton Shirts, Linen Shirts, or Casual Shirts at Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing by Paul Brown today, and ensure you’re wearing the finest quality tailored shirt you can find.
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