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The short-sleeve shirt, unlike short sleeve t-shirt, doesn’t have a very vibrant reputation. There is just something about the breezy shirt that some people find uncool even though it\’s a must-have. But I don’t think they’re justified. There are various ways to style your short sleeve shirts this summer and prove the notion wrong.

One of the reasons why the short-sleeved shirt is so stigmatized is because of its popularity among the older population. But should that make a difference? No wonder people have been shying away from this summer staple.

However, how about I challenge you to get some for your wardrobe and I teach you how to make it cool? How you choose to wear or pair any garment is the most important aspect of dressing up.

Keep reading to find out how to choose the right short sleeve shirt and style it the right way.

With that in mind, we’d like to arm you with the knowledge you need to pick out the right short sleeve shirt and style it right every time.

Linen

Why You Need One

Linen shirts with their airy, breathable material are perfect in the hot weather and even add a touch of texture to your outfit. Now is the perfect time to embrace linen as your choice summer shirt. You can use linen shirts to smarten up your poolside attire or as a calming piece for dressier pieces.

How To Wear

The preferred option for short-sleeved linen shirts is the Cuban collar. This is because it perfectly complements the laid back feel of the fabric. You can decide to pair it with cool sunglasses and tuck into a pair of tailored shorts or cropped dress pants. You can then decide to finish it with suede loafers or sneakers.

Statement

Why You Need One

Statement prints, striking patterns and bold graphics on shirts have become a go-to design trend for brands and designers in recent time. This is because it has been a gamechanger in the re-emergence of short sleeve shirts as a hot fashion item. This odd eye-catching shirt is a must-have for every man’s wardrobe this summer.

How To Wear

Statement pieces are eye-catching outfits so they must be paired with toned-down outfits. It is the same principle for statement t-shirt and jacket. One mistake you want to avoid is having two or more loud garments conflict for attention. Your focus should be on understated detailing, subtle colours and minimal branding for your other outfit choices. That way your statement shirt can have all the attention it needs.

Stripes

Why You Need One

Stripes are not really a popular option among fashion enthusiasts but it is very cool if worn right. This official-looking short-sleeve shirt is a respectable option for jazzing things up a notch without doing too much.

How To Wear

Stripes can be worn in numerous ways but for short sleeve shirts, it’s best to use them to introduce colour into tonal outfits. This works especially well when used against a dark or light backdrop. What you want to do is keep your colour palette simple and use stripes of a different colour to create a focal point.

Camp Collar

Why You Need One

Before commencing, let’s answer this quick question, “do you prefer classic-collar or camp collar”? At Jody Cruise, we do not discriminate but the camp collar has played a more influential role in the modern-day view of short sleeve shirts. This is because the emergence of this retro style reignited the men’s fashion community’s interest in the short sleeve shirt. The main reason behind this is because of its relaxed and short look. So to answer our question, we’ll be going with the Cuban collar for now. Cuban collar and open collar are some of the other popular names of the camp collar.

How To Wear

The biggest styling point of the camp collar shirt is its laid-back look. It adds a touch of personality and tones down dressier pieces to become more summer appropriate. This styling point is also the reason why it goes seamlessly well with a pair of dress pants on a summer’s evening. There are several ways to style a camp-collar shirt but you can stick to simple, block colours if you have limited fashion skills.

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Understated

Why You Need One

Timeless, versatile and simple; that’s the best way to describe understated short sleeve shirts. An understated short sleeve shirt in clean block colour is a must-have for your summer collection.

How To Wear

You can choose to style your understated short sleeve shirt however you want. But there are two most effective ways. Firstly, you can go for a minimalistic look with stripped-back pieces for versatility. Alternatively, it can be used as a blank canvas for introducing bolder textures, patterns and colours.

Checks

Why You Need One

Stripes and checks aren’t that different fashion-wise. They both provide a focal point to outfits without being excessive. You can choose to go the simple route with a two-tone windowpane check or go preppy with a summer-friendly madras check-in a pastel colour palette.

How To Wear

It is best to pair checks with understated pieces to avoid it looking too busy. What you want to avoid when going with checks is pairing it with pattern mixing. It’s never really a good idea as it can easily work against the checks on your shirt. It is best to keep the rest of your clothing basic and focus on creating cohesion through your use of colour.

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