Men's designer shirts
The elegance, the longevity and the beauty of shirts probably makes them the only truly essential garment in the wardrobe of every man. Suited to any occasion, they won't show you up for neither formal nor informal occasions, appearing as one of the most evocative garments of a certain classic elegance, that remains, as confirmed by the production of great fashion houses, extremely current.
The history of the shirt
The history of the shirt has its roots a long way back in time. In fact, it would seem that this garment was used during the Roman Empire. At the time, it was made using yarns that had been previously discovered and were already known as linen, a fabric with special looms for making everyday clothes and fabrics, or even byssus a particular textile fiber of animal origin derived from the secretion of some marine molluscs. However, unlike the use of it over the years that followed, the Romans wore it under the tunic so that it was not visible. Subsequently, based on some writings from the Renaissance era, it seems that the shirt was called a camisas, it was used by men but also by women in the communal bathroom. In this case the aim of the shirt was to cover up one's modesty with other people present in a huge wooden tub. Towards the end of the of 1500s, the shirt began to assume the shape that we recognize today. In fact, it was during that period that sleeves were introduced. However, throughout its history, the shirt as taken on particular features, becoming a real status symbol. Over the years, the collar was also added (classic or Korean), a long line of buttons (originally there were only two at the top of the collar) and the cuffs. Today, the men's designer shirt has been integrated into the daily wardrobe and has lost its classic and serious connotations tying it to the past. Every designer inserts this garment into their own collections, giving it the characteristic style of their fashion house. Indeed, one of the most appreciated qualities of this item is its extreme versatility and the possibility to create any type of look by wearing it. The color, the pattern, the cut and the volume determine the style of each shirt, adapting perfectly to every occasion and intended use.
The shirt today
Men's designer shirts are a must-have in every masculine wardrobe. Made from contrasting yarns, enhanced with patterns or embroidery, in every cut and fit, shirts are undoubtedly a versatile element present in all the fashion collections of the most noted brands. In fact, based on the look you're trying to achieve, it's enough to choose your favorite shirt style and match it with the right pair of trousers. The man that loves casual or sporty looks could prefer shirts with a slim fit, and with clean and tight lines, made with lightweight fabrics and decorated with embroidery and patterns that enrich the yarn and give personality and style to the garment. Not only that, the most noted names in fashion have added modern cuts, lengths and exaggerated volumes to their own collections, but also shirts with short sleeves enriched with patterns and extremely eclectic and vibrant colors. Those who prefer men's designer shirts that are more elegant and suited to formal occasions like the office, sophisticated evening events or weddings, can opt for a classic and regular fit, made from fine fabrics. The most common colorways used during formal occasions are without doubt white, blue and sky blue. Amongst the fashion houses most famous for their designer men's shirts Balenciaga, Saint Laurent, Rick Owens and Our Legacy stick out the most.
