Gingham shirts are pretty simple: a button-down shirt with a woven pattern consisting of a contrasting check. Yet, despite their simplicity, they have achieved ubiquity — these patterned shirts are likely one of the most recognized in all of menswear. While the pattern can be found frequently in traditional dress shirts, there is something about the mix of colors that make these shirts feel slightly more casual while still looking grown up.
Depending on what you pair your gingham shirt with, they really can be worn anywhere. Headed to a country-chic wedding? Try a navy/white version, like the Secret Wash Shirt by J.Crew, with a navy tie and suit jacket.
Need a work shirt that can seamlessly transition to dive bar happy hour (and not look wildly out of place?) The Gingham Check shirt by Maker & Company is an excellent option, and it’s made of 100% cotton, so you can machine wash it over the weekend, and it’s ready to go again sans dry cleaning. And if you’re looking for something that’s your traditional, beloved gingham but way outside of the box, you won’t miss a step with the unexpected Black & White Gingham Eyes by Topman Design.
Gingham Style | 10 Gingham Shirts to Rock This Season:
Gingham Style | 10 Gingham Shirts to Rock This Season
Gingham shirts are a staple in any wardrobe. Some of the new versions don't even need to be dry cleaned. Check out the 10 gingham shirts to rock this season
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Secret Wash Shirt by J.Crew
The Secret Wash Shirt by J.Crew, $59.50, is super soft due to a secret multi-step wash procedure.
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Black & White Gingham Eyes by Topman Design
If you're looking for something a little out of the ordinary, the Black & White Gingham Eyes, $250, by Topman Design is the obvious choice.
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Sheppard Trapunto Multi Gingham Shirt by Jack Spade
The Sheppard Trapunto Multi Gingham Shirt by Jack Spade, $168, changes the assumption that gingham shirts only go by 2 colors.
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Niantic Dusty Aqua Gingham Shirt by Mizzen and Main
The Niantic Dusty Aqua Gingham Shirt by Mizzen and Main, $125, doesn't look like a more traditional gingham button down, but look closely and you will see the fine gingham print in the details.
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Fish Bay Gingham Slim Tucker Shirt by Vineyard Vines
The Fish Bay Gingham Slim Tucker Shirt by Vineyard Vines, $89.50, is made of 100% cotton-poplin, with a slim tailored look in the body, sleeve and shoulder, plus a shorter shirttail (which means it's great tucked or untucked.)
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Gatonby Shirt by Rodd & Gunn New Zealand
The Gatonby Shirt by Rodd & Gunn New Zealand, $158, shown in port, is made of 100% cotton Italian fabric, and has a fuller, regular fit.
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Gingham Check by Maker & Company
The Gingham Check by Maker & Company, $115, has a tailored fit, but not too slim. Made of 100% cotton, this shirt is machine washable.
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Short Sleeve Point Collar Shirt by Good Man Brand
Sometimes gingham is more than what originally meets the eye. Case in point with the Short Sleeve Point Collar Shirt by Good Man Brand, $168, which features a chevron pattern atop a navy and white gingham.
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Blue Gingham Shirt by Twillory
Twillory is a start up. The type of start up that started up in 1892. They know a thing or two about shirt making, which makes their Blue Gingham Shirt, $99, an easy option.
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Gingham Broadcloth Sport Shirt by Brooks Brothers
The Gingham Broadcloth Sport Shirt by Brooks Brothers, $59.50, is a patriotic tribute to a classic favorite.
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