Men's Dress Shirts

Choosing the right dress shirt on eBay

The right dress shirt will instantly level-up your appearance. Here are a few things to keep in mind when picking one out.

What fabric should I buy?

Cotton is a popular fabric choice. Men's cotton dress shirts will usually need to be ironed before wearing.

On the other hand, you can find some nice blended shirts that are wrinkle free. Linen fabric is great for a hot day but can wrinkle a bit more than other options.

What is the best weave?

Cotton and its blends also come in a variety of weaves. Some common examples of this for men’s dress shirts are Oxford cloth, poplin, twill and broadcloth.

Oxford cloth and poplin are traditionally used in more casual situations, while twill is seen in more formal situations. Broadcloth is used for formal day-to-day wear.

Thread count

Thread count tells you how many threads were used to make the fabric, with dress shirts usually ranging from 40–160. Many think higher quality shirts have a higher thread count, which can be true. But sometime a lower thread count shirt will do the trick just fine.

Choosing the correct fit

The classic fit is great for comfort, using a traditional tailoring silhouette with plenty of fabric in the sleeves and body. This can be a more flattering style for those with a rounder stomach.

Slim fit men's dress shirts are great when you want to wear your dress shirt without a jacket. That makes the look and fit of the shirt itself more important. As the name implies, these shirts are shaped to sit closer to the body without being skin tight. A modern fit is a style that sits between classic and slim fit, combining the best of both worlds when it comes to style and comfort.

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