Jazz up your collection with our mens short sleeve linen shirt

Think casual wear for men and you will immediately think of a short sleeve shirt and some casual pants. When you are out shopping, you might pick a short sleeve regular collar linen shirt to add to your wardrobe simply because it looks really nice. However, how many people would actually pay attention to the detailing of the actual shirt? How many would go beyond the basic factors of size and colour?

Well, when you shop at Linen Trail, you can be sure that you actually don’t have to go beyond the size and the colour, because we have paid attention to everything else! We have chosen the finest quality European linen to craft every garment that you see in our virtual aisles; every design that you see is in line with global trends. You will see a huge variety of colour and size options on offer and then there is the fact that you can choose from formal and casual wear.

The basic rules of wearing half sleeve linen collar shirts

Most men are of the opinion that a half sleeve shirt is a simple garment – you simply wear it with a matching or contrasting pair of trousers or shorts and you are done. However, the fact of the matter is that there are some rules or guidelines, that you can follow to ensure that every time you don half sleeve linen collar shirts, you look nothing less than perfect!

• Remember to check the length of the shirt – although most people might not consider this important, the shirt needs to be long enough to reach below the waistline, because this will allow you to tuck the shirt neatly and even if you leave it out, it will give your waistline proper coverage.
• Consider the hemline of the shirt – while both straight and curved are considered ok, you might want to choose one based on your personal preference.
• The manner in which a shirt is cut has a huge role to play in how it looks on you. If you have noticed, shirts will have mentioned on them, regular fit, relaxed fit or slim fit. Depending on your own body type, you should choose one that will accentuate your body structure the best.
• While picking short sleeve shirts, you should also consider the actual length of the sleeve – you will find shirts that stop very high on the bicep or closer to the elbow. Although the former style might work well for casual wear, you will need a slightly longer sleeve, when it comes to workwear.
• If you are looking for a shirt that will work well with casual occasions, then you can always play around with the collar too – a regular collar will look good and so will a mandarin collar!

Here’s how your short sleeve regular collar linen shirt can be made formal too!

For most people, the short sleeve shirt is meant only for casual wear, but if you know how to style it right, the same shirt can be used for plenty of formal occasions too!

• Start with the colour – There are certain colours which are considered highly suitable for the workplace and when you choose a short sleeve regular collar linen shirt in those colours, you can wear them formally too. Whites, blacks, shades of blue, stripes and small checks are all considered appropriate.
• Check the collar – Like colours, certain collars are also considered formal, for instance the regular collar is appropriate for the office, but the mandarin collar or no collar might be considered more casual.
• Find your fit – Bulky, oversized shirts are great when you are headed for a holiday, but when you are getting dressed for work, you need to make sure that you choose a shirt that fits you well. Moreover, if you are planning to tuck in your shirt, then you need something that fits you well.
• Add a tie – One of the easiest ways to make a shirt look formal is to add a tie and yes, you can wear a tie with a half sleeve shirt too. Remember to choose a mens short sleeve linen shirt with a regular or button-down collar.
• Suit up – Although not a traditional option, there is no stopping you from wearing a suit with a half sleeve shirt too. In summers like the ones we have in India, you can look at a linen suit, which you can team with a half sleeve shirt with a proper collar too.

Keeping your short sleeve collar linen shirt for men looking new!

Now that you have picked your short sleeve regular collar mens linen shirt, here are some easy ways to keep them looking new!

• You can hand wash or machine wash the shirt, but remember to be gentle – so set a gentle cycle on the machine as well.
• Use a very gentle or mild cleaning liquid to wash the shirt.
• Do not use hot water for washing – room temperature or warm water is more than enough.
• Separate the lights and darks before washing, because even though our fabrics are colour treated, why take the chance!
• Once washed, dry flat in the shade, because direct sunlight could lead to colour fading.
• Ironing and starching are completely optional – we suggest that you enjoy the softness of the fabric as well as the gentle creases.

FAQ

• Are short sleeve regular collar shirts considered semi formal wear?
  Formal and casual looks are based on how you style them – so, if you wear a short sleeve regular collar shirt and tuck it into a formal trouser, you can create a semi-formal look.
• Do you tuck short sleeve shirts?
  You can if you wish to – that is what makes short sleeve shirts so special.
• Should linen short sleeve shirts be tight or loose?
  That depends on what purpose you are picking the shirt for. If you are looking for completely casual wear, then you can look for easy fitting clothes, but if you are looking for semi-formal wear, then pick something a little more fitted.
• Which is a better short sleeve regular collar shirt - linen or cotton?
  Linen is always the better option! Linen is better than cotton in many ways – linen is not as thirsty a crop as cotton, requires less care and is a more sustainable crop.
• Are linen shirts still in style?
  Quality linen will always remain in style!