Short Sleeve Dress Shirts
From LoveToKnow Men's Fashion
Warmer weather brings the perfect opportunity for men to wear their short sleeve dress shirts. Whether you are going to a meeting, out to lunch or to the office, a dress shirt with short sleeves is the perfect addition to your summer wardrobe.
Buying Tips for Short Sleeve Dress Shirts
When shopping for a dress shirt, it is important to know your correct size. Dress shirts can be sized according to neck size. If you do not know your correct size, you can go to a department store, tailor, or men's store to be properly fitted. Many shirts come in standard sizes small through extra large depending on designer. Shirts should fit based on comfort and personal style.
Basic Colors
White and blue remain the most popular colors for dress shirts. Shirts come in a wide variety of colors. It is always smart to have the basics on hand but you may want to add some variety to your wardrobe and opt for some that are striped or patterned.
Collars
You will find dress shirts in different collar styles. The following are the most common:
- An oxford-button down collar is less formal and looks great when paired with khaki pants.
- Point collars are dressier and very versatile. They can be worn open without a tie.
- A spread collar is the dressiest style. It is normally worn with a tie and a suit.
Material
Dress shirts come in a variety of materials. They can be made from cotton, linen, polyester, silk or blends. Cotton poplin and cotton broadcloth are common weaves for short sleeve dress shirts. A wrinkle-free material is both an affordable and convenient choice as are shirts that are labeled non-iron.
Where to Buy
- Brooks Brothers sells non-iron shirts in both solids and prints.
- Jos. A. Banks has a wide variety of shirts ranging from pinpoint, hounds tooth, check, stripe and solid.
- Macy's best seller is the Van Heusen wrinkle-free poplin short sleeve shirt. It comes in various colors and sizes.
- American Eagle has sizes XS-XXXL, L-XL Tall available online in their shirts.
- Gap offers a fitted short sleeve shirt in sizes XS-XXXL.
- Cutter & Beck have a large selection available online in pastels, stripes and plaid.
Where to Wear
A dress shirt with short sleeves is perfect for a more relaxed office setting when it is warm outside. It can look professional and polished when paired with a tie and dress pants. Keep a sport coat at your desk to wear over your shirt for an unexpected meeting.
Plan your outfit carefully. To be safe try to stick to more solid colors for work rather than a print. Many formal work environments demand a long sleeve dress shirt to be worn at all times. For a more casual dress code wear your shirt without a tie and pair of khakis and loafers. This look is also acceptable when going to lunch or dinner. Always be aware of what the dress code requires. Dress codes can vary from company to company.
Final Thoughts
What you wear should always be a matter of personal choice. While many may frown upon wearing short sleeves for business, others find it perfectly acceptable. Short sleeves may be harder to find in dress shirts than long sleeves but they are available and still popular among many men. With the trend moving towards a more casual workplace, a more relaxed dress shirt is appropriate in many workplace environments.
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