White Shirt With Cufflink Holes | Mens White Cufflink Shirt | Mens Double Cuff Shirts
White shirt with cufflink holes | Mens white Cufflink Shirt
Our latest blog is dedicated to white shirt with cuff link holes. The perfect choice for work shirts or for those more formal occasions including weddings. Our double cuff shirts available in white and blue options continue to incorporate our signature styling which remains ever popular among our growing international customer base.
Later in this blog we will help inspire you by covering four stylish outfits from our double cuff shirt collection - including white. However first we will give a break-down of the rich history of this special shirt and features to look out for.
White Double Cuff Shirt
White Double Cuff Shirt
Introduction
White cufflink shirts or a white shirt with cufflink holes as they are often described in internet searches have a double cuff that folds back on itself . This is the case with our collection where we also opt for a notched double cuff. However that said you will sometimes find them with a single cuff. The button that normally fastens the cuff in the case of a barrel cuff shirt is absent and instead replaced with another button hole. The shirt is then fastened with links rather than buttons.
In some cases you will find the button alongside the extra button hole that gives extra flexibility in how you choose to fasten the cuff. We have done this for specific customers in the past. The button holes in cuffs are made on special sewing machines that give a great finish and prevent fraying. To make the shirt special these buttonholes can also be made in a coloured thread to make them stand out.
History of Double Cuff shirts
The Double Cuff shirt, or French cuffs as it is often called is rumoured to originate in France when Napoleon III’s aide opted for very high double cuffs that could be turned back over his shirt sleeves to cover up the English style cuffs beneath. Others claim that it was used to wipe noses on! Whatever the origin it actually became more popular when introduced in America, the glamour of being called French may have helped it take off.
By the middle of the 19th century the modern cufflink became popular and shirt cuffs sturdier. It was also practical as starched cuffs were easier to secure using links than buttons.
Signature styling: No ordinary Mens White Double Cuff Shirt
Here at WISC our white double cuff shirt by Paul Brown (also known as French cuffs) is finished with a blue stripe contrast inside the collars and cuffs. It is part of a collection of shirts suitable for cufflinks. We use poplin fabrics for our standard collection but have also manufactured in Oxford Fabric. The shirt has a Windsor type collar to better accommodate a tie and includes removable collar stays.
Like our single button shirts, all our double cuff shirts are finished with a notched cuff so you can see a small amount of the inside of the fabric. The shirt is complete with white buttons for a more formal look, and features a split yoke for comfort around shoulders. The shirt is 100% cotton and combines the best of British Tailoring with a new understanding of what a modern formal shirt should stand for. Our new shirt collection offers both a cleaner and more refined shirt without losing the finer details which continue to set our shirts apart from the competition over the previous collections.
Machine washable and available in sizes small to xxl , this classic formal white shirt is made at our own premises in Suffolk, where we have been making shirts for years. A decade of British excellence.
In addition we have continued our long term partnerships with world renown fabric mills Soktas and Italian shirting mill Tessitura Monti, who not only supply the finest Egyptian Cotton shirting cloths but always offer enough individuality to their designs to make them stand out from the crowd. It means that we can offer our customers a shirt that is both familiar in its DNA but also new in how it is constructed and finished. Why search elsewhere? Go online to view and put one in your basket now.
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Why White?
White is by far the most popular shirt colour. In the Victorin era pure white was seen as a symbol of wealth and class. However a more obvious reason is that you can put just about any colour tie with it without a problem. The colour also reflects light well and looks fresh, so styling a white shirt is therefore straightforward. We offer a fantastic selection of ladies and men’s white shirts in a wide range of different shirt styles.
What fit do I need? Slim Fit Versus Tailored fit Double Cuff Shirt
Fabric Types for Double Cuff Shirts
Our Paul Brown collection is made from luxury poplin fabric but Oxford is an alternative. Some brands opt for cheaper synthetic products, but ours are all made from quality Egyptian or Pima Cotton.
Poplin Shirt Fabric
Oxford Shirt Fabric
Oxford fabric was invented in the 19th century in a weaving mill in Scotland. It created a fabric where two yarns were woven into each other to create a new basket weave configuration. The result was a fabric that was durable but breathable. It found its way into many items but clothing made its name. The fabric is used in many of our best selling shirts including our men’s boxer shorts collection.
The shirts and tops made from the fabric were originally named after the country’s elite universities and later the Oxford name prevailed as most popular on sale today.
Four Stylish Double Cuff Shirt Outfits
We have put together four stylish outfits using our double cuff shirts including our white shirt.
Outfit 1: White shirt with brown moleskin trousers
Our white double cuff shirt shares many of the signature features you will find on all our ladies and men’s button shirts. This includes contrast fabric inside the collar and cuffs. For our double cuff shirts we have opted for a notched double cuff to reveal a small amount of the contrasting interior fabric. In this case it is blue striped poplin. Pair with brown moleskin trousers for a stylish and warm outfit. If you need a formal coat to wear over the top – try our beige trench coat.
Outfit 2: Blue Shirt with navy moleskin and grey field jacket
For those seeking a modern work outfit with real style then this is the shirt and outfit for you. Pair our blue double cuff shirt with a merino wool tie, navy moleskin trousers and our cool grey men’s field jacket.
Outfit 3: Pin stripe shirt with black chinos
If you want a smart and safe work outfit then this is for you.
Outfit 4: Blue and white stripes double cuff
Paired with our chocolate brown chinos, this is a really cool outfit for work. Pair with a pink tie for more formal moments and if you need a coat – go with our flagship beige men’s trench coat.
Cuff Links
Modern cufflinks are generally secured by folded toggles but an alternative type of cufflink, the silk knot which is two conjoined Turks Head knots, is still quite popular. Adding monograms and logos gave great branding opportunities and expensive versions from luxury fashion houses were created. The scope and variety for design is endless and a quick dive into google will reveal a staggering number on offer.
Wearing Your White Double Cuff Cotton Shirt
A mens shirt with double cuffs is usually recognised as a formal shirt that gives the wearer the opportunity of wearing cufflinks. These shirts call back to a more traditional era of the well dressed gentleman, who would wear a dress shirt every day under their suits whilst working. Almost exclusively worn with ties, they are the epitome of formal style, and are still a common sight in today's offices, particularly in the financial sector, as well as part of a wedding outfit.
Should a Cuff be visible when wearing a jacket or suit?
A debate that still causes dispute is how long should the sleeves be in respect to a jacket? If you have a formal folded back double cuff with links it is generally accepted that around one quarter of an inch of the shirt should be visible below the sleeve of a jacket, be it suit or blazer. However when worn more casually it should be covered. It has to be said that as standards of everyday dress have become more relaxed some of these old style rules are able to be more freely bent now.
Washing your White Double Cuff Shirt
Our white double cuff shirts are a 100% pure cotton product, so add it to a cool machine wash or wash by hand if desired. Set the iron to cotton. Always take extra care to check the label on your shirts for origin and best washing instructions. We do not recommend tumble drying.
Review your White Double Cuff Shirt
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Size and Sustainability
Here at WISC we take sustainability seriously. We use Natural fabrics and make most of our garments to order which avoids wastage and over stocking. We make garments that are classic designs that are built to last in England and pay our staff properly. One aspect that is crucial in this supply chain Is believe it or not size. We make by hand in traditional tailored sizes for both men and womens clothing. It means that we do not indulge in vanity sizing prevalent amongst high street stores. To avoid returns and all the transport and re- make issues that follow it is important that you click and view our shirt fit guide guide for measurements to make sure you get the correct size first time when you shop online. The range available covers small to plus size, short to tall and can be viewed on our website. Taking this action will help us in our drive to sustainability which benefits everyone. If you have any issues please contact us. Thank you for your help.
Other Mens Shirts on Sale
Our white men’s double cuff shirts are part of an extensive range of mens shirts in a huge range of designs and colours. We also design and make denim shirts, corduroy shirts, and linen men’s shirts. All driven by a desire to supply shirts of the utmost quality, all using high end fabrics. All designed for a great fit. Available in an array of colours and designs, including both plain and striped,formal and casual, they are now available for sale online, all with free delivery and in a huge size range from small to xxl. We simply believe they are the best mens shirts you can get. We also offer button down collar shirts and a short sleeve collection, all made from the same luxury fabrics. Why not take the time to view details on our site as there is something for everyone and they make great British Made gifts, especially at Christmas.
Shop Our Other Clothing
Here at Paul Brown we make a wide range of clothing for both men and women. On our site you will find collections of Trench Coats, Jackets, Chino Shorts, and boxers. We are particularly proud of our ‘Create your own trouser’ range where you can input your own measurements and have a bespoke pair of chinos, moleskins, cords or jeans made to order. All items are made with the best materials we can find, all are made to last with impeccable British tailoring. View them in our online store now
Sale and Offers
Our men’s shirt collection is made to order, as is all our clothing online so we are rarely able to offer a sale price or offers. We would love to offer next day delivery but obviously with made to order garments this is not possible. It might take a bit longer to receive your item but we are sure once it arrives you will see that it has been worth a little extra wait. Not only are you supporting British Manufacture but taking this approach also helps reach sustainability goals so you are helping the environment as well. Further still, we believe our garments already offer exceptional value for money at their current price.
Frequently asked Questions
What are shirts with cufflink holes called?
What are shirts with cufflink holes called?
Generally they are referred to as a double cuff shirt, but they are also called a shirt with french cuffs
Can you make cufflink holes in a shirt?
You should not attempt to make your own holes in a shirt or you will cause damage and fraying. The holes in french cuff shirts are made with a special machine that makes the shape with a large number of stitches and then a blade cuts down the centre inside the stitching to prevent fraying
What is a French Cuff Shirt?
A French cuff shirt is just another name for a double cuff dress shirt with cufflink holes.
Do you have to buy a special shirt for cufflinks?
In order to use cufflinks you need a shirt with two holes in the cuff that are secured by the links. Normally this will involve buying double cuff shirts but there is some availability of single cuff shirts for cufflinks.
Are Cufflink shirts only available in white?
Whilst originally cufflink shirts were white and that remains the most popular colour, they are available in many colours
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