The best white dress shirts to form the foundation of any formal look
01 September, 2022
Much like the white T-shirt before it, a crisp white dress shirt is one of the staples of which you could always use another. From your first day on a job to your last day on a job, your graduation to your wedding day, white dress shirts are pretty much the uniform to every conceivable event in the game of life. Like a well-fitting suit and freshly shined shoes, a good one, two or ten to a man’s wardrobe will separate the red-carpet heroes from the workaday city commuters.
When it comes down to it, there are just a couple of rules by which the perfect white dress shirt needs to abide. First is the structure: unlike an Oxford shirt, the collar should be stiff and tall to stand out above the lapels of your suit jacket. Then there’s fit: unlike the summer-friendly trend for billowing, oversized men's shirts, good white dress shirts will be slim-fitting enough to tuck without ballooning, but not so tight that they're uncomfortable for nine-to-five wear.
Nail those and the rest is more about personal preference. Bib or no bib? One hundred per cent cotton or something with a little stretch incorporated into the fabric? Thankfully, our selection leaves no white dress shirt unironed. Shop GQ’s pick of the best below…
REISS
When it comes to getting the classic Saville Row feel without breaking the bank, Reiss is just about the best option at your disposal. This Frontier shirt has been cut from supple cotton and is finished to mimic the most luxurious of satins. But it doesn't just look the part — with a healthy helping of stretch, this slim shirt won't restrict your movement, meaning it can tackle commutes and wedding dance floors alike in immaculate, comfortable style. £78.
DRAKE'S
A lightweight linen option, this dress shirt from Drake's is a perfect pick for those battling a sweat-inducing commute or warm-weather wedding. Handcrafted in Somerset and finished with shiny mother-of-pearl buttons, this lightly rumpled shirt manages to be louche and luxurious at the same time. £195.
HAWES & CURTIS
With over 100 years of experience under its impeccably-crafted leather belt, Hawes & Curtis produces thoughtful designs with an emphasis on quality and authenticity. In a relaxed slim fit, this sharp dress shirt stays current without straying from tradition with its smart, slick aesthetic and suit-friendly cut. £55
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