<\/span><\/h2>\nTo begin, my absolute favorite and the one shirt that every man should have in his summer wardrobe is the short sleeve button-up shirt.<\/p>\n
Short sleeve button-up shirts with a classic Cuban collar pair well with other summer items like chinos, shorts, and slip-on shoes.<\/p>\n
My personal favorites are made of linen or seersucker. They’re also made of cotton, which makes them ideal for hotter climates and for guys who run hot.<\/p>\n
These shirts will become your new best buddy if you’re one of these literally hot guys, as they feature a more relaxed fit that also works well if you have a wider waistline.<\/p>\n
You can go with a plain color, but I prefer a short sleeve shirt with a pattern. It may be worn buttoned or unbuttoned, and it can be layered over a tank top or a t-shirt.<\/p>\n
There are numerous options available. So, see what makes you feel most at ease.<\/p>\n
But don’t make the one error I see a lot of guys do: buying a size too small.<\/p>\n
You should be able to pinch roughly one to two inches of fabric on either side of your stomach because these are not designed to hug your torso.<\/p>\n
A patterned short-sleeve button-up shirt is available in a wide range of vibrant and interesting patterns. There are a lot of great summery patterns and designs available.<\/p>\n
Personally, I prefer a green floral pattern, but you may always go for anything that fits your personal style.<\/p>\n
However, while over-the-top cartoonish patterns are cute on kids, they should never be worn by older men.<\/p>\n
Patterns are designed to give personality to your overall style, but keep in mind that there is a limit, so avoid anything too loud.<\/p>\n
If you’re not a fan of patterns, you can always opt for a more subdued solid color that will still give you that sleek, casual summer vibe.<\/p>\n
Despite its laid-back look, the short-sleeve button-up shirt is a surprisingly adaptable piece that can be dressed up or down depending on the accessories you pair it with.<\/p>\n
You could, for example, dress it up by pairing it with a suit, in addition to wearing it with your more casual short and sneaker combinations. Wear it with some chinos and a great jacket on top.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Crew Neck T-shirt<\/span><\/h2>\nMy next summer shirt is the most laid-back of the list, and it’s a casual summer essential. It’s a traditional crew neck t-shirt.<\/p>\n
Before you buy a crew neck tee, make sure it fits properly.<\/p>\n
It’s probably too small and isn’t doing you any good if it’s closely clutching your torso.<\/p>\n
Women appreciate the look of a sleeve that gently hugs the biceps, therefore the sleeve should end about the mid-bicep area and not be too loose.<\/p>\n
The shirt should end around mid-crotch and you should be able to pinch around one or two inches of fabric on either side of your tummy.<\/p>\n
Your t-shirt should be snug, but not too tight or too loose.<\/p>\n
Typically, you’ll want to stick to neutral shades for your crew neck tees, but keep in mind that different colors look better on different skin tones.<\/p>\n
The most neutral colors are white, navy, light blue, black, and gray. However, because it’s summer, you can go with brighter colors like greens, blues, yellows, lavenders, and maybe even a striped pattern.<\/p>\n
On t-shirts, nautical stripes look amazing, and when layered with something else, the design can really make an ensemble pop.<\/p>\n
Feel free to mix and match any of these crew neck shirts with jeans, chinos, or shorts.<\/p>\n
Also, try pairing t-shirts with some formal trousers and a belt for a summer style hack.<\/p>\n
Incorporating both casual and formal items into an ensemble can create a polished yet casual vibe. If you pair it with a bomber jacket, you’ll have another another elevated incredibly cool put-together style.<\/p>\n
I like to tuck my t-shirts into my jeans half shirt. It results in an extremely well-put-together summer ensemble.<\/p>\n
If you have a little extra weight in your stomach, avoid the half tuck because it will draw attention to your stomach, which we don’t want.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Polo Shirt<\/span><\/h2>\nNext, we have the polo shirt, which is the more sophisticated older brother of the crew neck tee.<\/p>\n
This style of shirt is one of my favorites since it has the feel and comfort of a t-shirt but with a more polished appearance.<\/p>\n
It looks excellent on any man, regardless of age or body shape, and it’s quite breathable, making it ideal for the summer.<\/p>\n
Polos, like crew neck tees, look best in basic neutral colors, and I try to avoid patterns that are too busy because they might detract from the overall aesthetic.<\/p>\n
Personally, I like it when the collar and sleeves have tipping since it gives some personality to the shirt’s more sophisticated design.<\/p>\n
In reality, every man should have a few different polo shirts in his wardrobe ready to wear when the warmer weather arrives.<\/p>\n
Teal, navy, heather gray, light blue, lavender, and green are among my favorite colors.<\/p>\n
For guys with a slim to regular frame, pima cotton or a cotton silk combination is ideal.<\/p>\n
If you’re a bigger guy with a lot of weight in his middle, though, the Pk cotton is the way to choose because the texture will help to hide any places where you’re self-conscious.<\/p>\n
Consider darker colors, such as charcoal navy and black, for guys, as lighter colors can be unflattering in terms of hiding extra weight in the torso.<\/p>\n
In terms of styling, a gray polo shirt with dark wash jeans is one of my favorites. It’s a sexy, easy-to-wear style that ladies adore. Polos can be worn with suits, chinos, shorts, and pretty much everything in between.<\/p>\n