Formal
shirts for men are made from the finest quality fabrics and are
available in different patterns and styles. Manufacturers all across the
globe use high quality fabrics, advanced technology and machinery for
making superior and premium range of formal shirts. These shirts are
suitable for business, corporate wear and can be worn on different
formal occasions. Wrinkle-free cotton shirts are being made these days on a large scale for making certain that the garment does not ruffle throughout the day. These shirts can have both full sleeves and half sleeves.
Manufacturers are focusing on quality of shirts these days. These shirts have re-enforced stitching, re-enforced buttons and undergo rigorous quality checks. Stress is also laid on the color fastness of the garment.
Fabrics Used
Formal shirts are made from a variety of high quality fibers to ensure, comfort, good fit and durability of the shirt. Some of the fabrics widely used are:
- Oxford: This is one of the most widely used fabrics for
manufacturing men's formal or dress shirts. The fabric is heavy and
has an elevated woven pattern. It is also in demand because of its
look, feel and durability. Shirts made from this fabric can be worn
on both formal and casual occasions.
- Pinpoint Oxford: This is another popular type of fabric
used for making dress or formal shirts. The fabric is light and
smooth in feel. This fine fabric is lighter than the oxford fabric.
- Poplin: It is also widely used for making quality and
light men's formal shirts. The fabric is as light as a pinpoint
fabric. It is available in smooth finish and is plain. The fabric is
also used for making customized formal or dress shirts.
- Twill: is one of the most fine fabrics available for
making men's dress shirts. It is heavier poplin and pinpoint fabric.
Tough a simple twill has smooth finish, a woven twill is little
coarse. Twill has a high cotton content and is used for making men's
formal and casual shirts.
- Woven Fabrics: There are a variety of woven fabrics that
are used for making formal shirts for men. These fabrics are woven
twill, herringbone etc. These dress shirts are luxurious and have a
smooth feel. The fabric is also thicker and heavier as compared to
other fabrics.
- Herringbone broadcloth: is also used for making
superior formal shirts. The fabric is available in both plain and
woven ribbed effect. These fabrics are fancier when compared to
other fabrics.
- Cotton: formal shirts are made from either 100% pure cotton or cotton-polyester blend in 80/20 ratio. Pure cotton shirts tend to crumple easily and give a "already worn" look. Blended cotton shirts are wrinkle and stain resistant and are much in demand.
When selecting fabrics for dress shirts, it is important to focus on the finish of the fabric. Manufacturer provide special finish to these shirts fir giving a soft handle, stability after washing, easy to iron properties and colour - fastness.
Thread Count
Fine quality shirts have a direct relation with the thread count; higher the thread count, softer the shirt. The overall quality of the shirt is not only dependent on the thread count, but also the finish. If the finish is bad, then if a fine fabric shirt will not look good. Always insist on the thread count and finish of the shirt.
| Formal Shirt Sizing Chart | ||||||
| Size | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXL |
| Shoulder | 18" | 19" | 20" | 20" | 21" | 22 " |
| Front Length | 25 " | 26" | 27 " | 28 " | 28" | 29 " |
| Sleeves | 24" | 25" | 25" | 25 " | 25" | 25 " |
| Chest | 44" | 46" | 48" | 50" | 52" | 54" |