Oxford shirts - classic casual style
Oxford shirts are often combined with a button down collar to create a shirt that bridges the gap between formal and casual wear. The fabric used in Oxford shirts should be made from pure cotton, rather than a synthetic mixture, to allow breathability and give a soft feel.
For occasions where a smart, yet casual look is required, the Oxford shirt gives a timeless appearance which epitomises the smart, casual style. The soft material used in the shirts allows the wearer to feel comfortable yet still giving a smart and professional appearance.
The Oxford shirt fabric itself is a heavy weave and as a result is hard wearing and crease resistant. The fabric used in Oxford shirts consists of two warp yarns to every heavy weft yarn. Because of this construction, small holes appear in the weave, and even though the Oxford shirt fabric is heavier than most other shirtings, the holes make the fabric very pleasant to wear, even on a hot day.
A lighter version of the fabric used in Oxford shirts is pinpoint, which feels more similar to poplin, although is more hard wearing. Oxford shirts remain a popular choice in both North America and Europe for classic informal wear.
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