Early Summer Styling with Cool, Breezy Shirts

A shirt is one of those convenient items that both men and women find useful to have on hand.

Whether styled casually or worn as part of a formal outfit,

shirts come in a wide variety of shapes and materials.

Why not try wearing a piece that suits the season?

The shirt carries an image of formal wear.

This is rooted in the idea that garments with collars have long been

regarded as a way of showing respect to others.

Originally, collared shirts were favored as garments of the

upper classes in medieval Europe, and during the Renaissance,

ornate shirts adorned with frills on the sleeves came into fashion.

Later, as buttons became widely used, the shape of the modern shirt

spread throughout the world.

Now, when you hear the word "shirt," you probably picture that familiar shape—

a collar with buttons, a chest pocket, and cuffs at the sleeve openings.

In fact, this shirt construction has remained unchanged through the generations.

Main components of a shirt:

① Collar ② Pocket ③ Front body ④ Sleeve ⑤ Placket

⑥ Yoke ⑦ Back body ⑧ Sleeve placket ⑨ Cuff ⑩ Armhole

Building on these core elements, today a wide variety of shirts are made,

differing in whether they have buttons, their length, whether they have a collar, and the fabric material.

Now let's take a closer look at the specific differences among shirts, focusing on "shape."

■James Mortimer

James Mortimer began in 1894 in Buncrana, a town in the Donegal region of Ireland,

as a custom-made shirt maker.

James Mortimer.

While incorporating cutting-edge equipment, for over 100 years

its methods have been passed down through three generations of the family.

James Mortimer shirts draw their strength from sewing techniques

handed down through generations.

For the seams joining the front and back side panels, a shirt-specific

chainstitch (double-needle) sewing machine is used,

creating even, beautiful stitching.

Compared to the single-needle stitching common in typical shirts,

the durability that withstands everyday movement and repeated washing is its greatest appeal.

The long-sleeve shirts by James Mortimer

also have notable details in the collar and hem.

The small, rounded collar keeps the overall look from feeling stiff, even when the top button is fastened,

instead giving it a softer expression.

The gusset that reinforces the hem uses green in the Irish color

associated with the brand's charm point. Secrets of the construction are hidden discreetly throughout.

Both the linen long-sleeve shirt made with soft Irish linen

and the long-sleeve shirt made with firmer cotton

can be worn like moderately casual workwear,

pairing nicely with bottoms that have a relaxed silhouette.

Bottoms: Fatigue Pants Women's (Olive) (Sold Out)

Bag: HEBE tomato

■ORIAN

ORIAN is a shirt brand that began in northern Italy in 1990.

Eliminating excessive self-assertion or decoration in the shirt itself,

it makes shirts designed to bring out the individuality of the person wearing them.

As founder Gian Gaetano Orian has said,

"Precisely because it sits close to the skin, it must be comfortable to wear,

and it should feel like a second skin.

To achieve a quality that conforms to the skin like skin itself,

one must cut and sew with great care."

With the wearer's comfort always in mind, the shirts showcase tailoring skill that extends to every detail.

Even within the single word "shirt," ORIAN makes a range of variations,

from the buttonless SKIPPER shirt to

the oversized OVER SIZE PULLOVER shirt.

The skipper type, which opens in a V-shape at the chest for a cool, breezy look,

keeps the shirt's inherent sense of cleanliness while adding a pleasant touch of relaxed ease.

ORIAN's SKIPPER shirt further features three-quarter length sleeves

and a gently gathered hem, creating a shape with a nice sense of contrast.

The OVER SIZE PULLOVER shirt, with dropped shoulders and extra length,

has a design with just two buttons at the front and a chest pocket as an accent.

A blended fabric of polyester and cotton gives the material its sheen.

Because of its roomy size, it pairs nicely with slim, sleek pants,

or looks lovely tucked in with a full, gathered skirt.

This is the men's MICRO JACQUARD shirt.

Made from a jacquard denim fabric with extremely fine diamond-shaped texture,

it feels soft and fits the body well, creating a refreshing look.

The collar, called "cutaway," opens horizontally at 180 degrees toward both sides,

という特徴があり、ボタンを外すと首元がすっきりとして見えます。 Let me translate this text maintaining all placeholders exactly as they appear: which gives it a clean, relaxed look around the neck when you undo the button.

It looks great even without a necktie, making it an easy piece to wear during the warmer months.

Bottoms: Men's Denim TROUSERS

■ 120%LINO

120%LINO is a brand whose name includes the Italian word "lino," meaning linen.

The brand specializes in pieces made from top-grade linen

sourced from France and Belgium, achieving remarkable softness and a natural feel when worn.

It is a brand devoted to pursuing linen pieces that age beautifully, almost like vintage garments.

This linen shirt from 120%LINO has an exceptional softness.

Even the wrinkles that form seem to be a symbol of the fabric's softness.

Because it's made from such a soft, lightweight fabric, it can of course be worn on its own,

but you could also leave the buttons undone and layer it over a thin cut-and-sew top, roll up the sleeves,

or tie it around your waist—its versatility really shows.

120%LINO has also developed its own dyeing techniques, and

through a special product-dyeing process called "tinto capo,"

the brand achieves a diverse range of color expressions. It also offers

collarless shirts featuring bold lace detailing that runs from the neckline down the back.

It's as if the brand is showing us just how many ways there are to enjoy a shirt.

Bottoms: 4-Pocket Cropped Linen Denim Pants

Shoes: Leather Sandals W0162 CUOIO

Cut-and-sew: Short Sleeve Drop Shoulder Basque Shirt

Shoes: 2337T Lace Slip-Ons

Hat: Straw 555 Chibili Terra Vinci Short

■INDIVIDUALIZED SHIRTS

INDIVIDUALIZED SHIRTS was founded in the United States in 1961.

Staying true to the era when tailors would custom-make shirts to fit

each individual's body shape,

the brand is a shirt maker with exceptional technical skill and flexibility,

allowing every element of a shirt—from the fabric to the collar, sleeves, pockets, and cuffs—

to be custom made.

The appeal of INDIVIDUALIZED SHIRTS, a brand that embodies all the fundamentals of a great shirt,

lies in the comfortable fit that anyone can feel when wearing it.

The meticulous cutting, along with a carefully calculated collar height and button placement,

creates a balance that looks elegant the moment you put it on.

During the warmer months, it's also lovely to try a sleeveless style made from linen

or a one-piece style, for a change from your usual look.

Bag: [Special Order] 3-Way Leather Pochette Enveloppe BLACK

Shoes: Beaded Sandals 0897 BRAN/DY

Bottoms: [Special Order] Linen Wide Pants

Sandals: Turban Design Espadrille Sandals BLK

Bag: Basket Bag RHYCE S Nougat/Pebble

For shirts worn in the warmer months, choosing natural materials like cotton or linen

is a good idea, as their high sweat-absorbing and moisture-releasing properties

help reduce the discomfort caused by heat.

Natural materials, in particular, can also be worn with a relaxed, unironed look

and still have a stylish appearance even without ironing.

Shirts made from synthetic fibers like polyester, on the other hand,

have a visible sheen,

making them well suited to business casual or more formal occasions.

We recommend choosing your material depending on the occasion.

To keep your summer shirt in good condition for a long time, please keep the following points in mind.

■Wash after every wear. Dry quickly

Since shirts come into direct contact with the skin so often,

please wash them after every wear during the sweaty summer months.

Always check the care label first, and if machine washing is possible,

place the shirt in a laundry net to prevent buttons from coming undone

or the shape from becoming distorted.

After washing, hang the shirt on a hanger right away and let it dry, as this will help

prevent unnecessary wrinkles.

■Ironing your shirt

When ironing a shirt, working in the order of collar → front → sleeves → back

makes it easier to iron smoothly without creating new wrinkles.

Depending on the fabric, we also recommend using a pressing cloth

to help reduce any damage to the material.