Summer Wardrobe Shift: Ditching Camp Shirts, My New Preferred Attire
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In the heart of summer, it's essential to stay comfortable and stylish. For many, the go-to choice has been the camp shirt. However, this year, our author is exploring alternatives. Here are some suggestions for lightweight, breathable shirts that will keep you cool and fashionable in hot, humid weather.
Lightweight Linen and Seersucker Shirts
Shirts made from breathable fabrics such as linen or seersucker are perfect for managing humidity while maintaining style and sharpness. These materials allow air flow, making them ideal for hot summer days.
Towelling Shirts
Towelling shirts, despite their thickness, are absorbent and suited for beachwear or post-swim in hot climates. They add texture and character to outfits, making them a unique choice for summer style.
White T-Shirts
A well-fitting white T-shirt serves as a versatile, breathable staple for summer looks. It can be worn alone or layered under light shirts or jackets.
Moisture-Wicking Synthetic Shirts
Synthetic shirts, such as those made from polyester or merino wool, are designed to wick sweat away and dry quickly. They are a great alternative to cotton, which traps moisture and takes a long time to dry.
Cotton Blend or Moisture-Wicking Tank Tops
Tank tops made with cotton blends or moisture-wicking fabric are another option for staying cool and comfortable in the blazing heat. They offer freedom of movement and are easy to layer.
Lightweight Caps
To keep the head cool, consider lightweight caps made from linen or synthetic fabrics. They dry quickly if sweaty and add a stylish touch to your summer outfit.
Alternatives to Camp Shirts
The author suggests considering point collar short-sleeve shirts as an alternative to camp shirts. Other options include the classic mechanic shirt from Manresa and Ben Davis work shirts with a zipper, which have a camp-shirt-adjacent vibe.
Recommended Shirts
The Brigade USA Velodrome Long-Sleeve Button-Up Shirt and the 18 East Jesper Vintage Button Down Shirt are among the author's recommendations. The J.Crew Broken-In Oxford and Madewell's Cotton Poplin Button-Up are other suggested replacements for camp shirts.
For those seeking a more premium option, the Kapital polo, priced at $215, is available on Mr Porter. Sunspel's Embroidered Striped Cotton Shirt, also priced at $215, is another high-end choice available on Mr Porter.
The author has also worn an Emily Dawn Long linen knit polo and recommends the Todd Snyder Linen Popover Shirt as a replacement for camp shirts. Todd Snyder has a Relaxed Sea Soft Irish Linen Popover Shirt available for $158. J.Crew offers a Short Sleeve Baird McNutt Irish Linen Shirt for $98.
Huckberry is offering a 35% discount on the Lax Short Sleeve Shirt from Original Madras Trading Company. The Original Cotton Pique Polo from Lacoste can be purchased for $110 on Amazon. Drake's offers a Knitted Linen-Cotton Short-Sleeve Polo Shirt priced at $425.
The author's personal shirt of the summer is a long-sleeve button-up made of 100% cotton with a classic, sometimes off-kilter pattern. The author's closet has overindexed on camp collar shirts, leaving them lacking other shirts for humid weather. However, with these alternatives, the author is ready to embrace a new wardrobe for the summer months.
- Exploring alternatives to traditional camp shirts for hot, humid weather, the author suggests considering lightweight point collar short-sleeve shirts, offering recommendations such as the Brigade USA Velodrome Long-Sleeve Button-Up Shirt and the J.Crew Broken-In Oxford.
- Towelling shirts, with their absorbent and textured nature, add a unique style to summer outfits, making them a suitable choice for beachwear or post-swim in hot climates.
- For a more premium option, the Kapital polo, priced at $215, is available on Mr Porter, while Drake's offers a Knitted Linen-Cotton Short-Sleeve Polo Shirt priced at $425. These high-end choices, along with more affordable options like the Lax Short Sleeve Shirt from Original Madras Trading Company and the Original Cotton Pique Polo from Lacoste, provide numerous stylish alternatives to tackle the heat during summer shopping in the fashion-and-beauty and home-and-garden lifestyle realm.
