Chambray Shirts are Too Good | The Second Button

[u/danhakimi]

https://thesecondbutton.com/chambray/

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[u/GoodBreakfestMeal]

I used to wear a lands end chambray that was at least two sizes too big just because of how the fabric had worn in. Still miss that bih

[u/whatmycouchwore]

I’m going to add Wrangler - they’re 100% cotton and priced similar to Bronson but longer and less prone to shrinkage in my experience

[u/purple-operator → u/whatmycouchwore]

Wrangler is fine, but almost all of their shirts are twill and not chambray.

[u/danhakimi → u/whatmycouchwore]

oooh, good call, gotta add them.

[u/ancientmadder]

Why did no one tell me that Put This On got reincarnated!?

[u/PixelWes54]

I love the way chambray ages, my RL shirts have a nice sun fade on the chest

[u/golfjunkie]

Stephen King agrees

[u/Original-Locksmith58]

Jerrod buying the Fever Tree!

[u/manofeyestreet]

A very nice writeup which prompted me to grab a vintage PRL off ebay.

Incidentally, I was looking at the RRL versions linked in the article. I can't tell if they're distressed or if the variation in color is an effect of lighting. I picked up a pair of the RRL Officer Chinos last spring and have the same question with the garment in hand. Some of the belt loops look like they're a little worn in. But perhaps this is a product of their being prewashed?

In principle I'm against factory distressing, and wouldn't want one of these RRL shirts to bear artificial traces of activity or work I haven't done. Yet some of them look nice...

[u/danhakimi → u/manofeyestreet]

You might want "raw" or "unsanforized" pieces. Some RRL pieces are distressed, some are washed or garment dyed, all of that can affect things. I don't think of basic washing as distressing, and chino cloth is going to age anyway, but I can see RRL giving it a couple of extra washes to give it the broken in feel up front. Idk.

I'd avoid chambrays that seem like they're more faded in some spots than others, if I was you. The darker ones might also appeal to you more. Good luck!

[u/manofeyestreet → u/danhakimi]

Thanks, that's my sense overall as well, that washing, garment dying et al. are all perfectly fine and even desirable. Certain product photos seem to show actual distressing to the garments, including perhaps some of these nice Chambrays. I'm happy with the RRL I own and think the fabrics and cuts are very good.

We have a RRL shop in town, so I guess I should call them up or go down and check them out.

[u/cre8ivusername]

I have the post romantic popover and I love it. Took a couple of washes to break in though.

[u/stride_wise]

it's insane how awesome chambray is. more comfy than a denim shirt and so versatile. I got a chambray camp collar shirt from Billy Reid this summer and I love how it mixes vintage workwear and vintage Miami guy vibes together, it's perfect with fatigues and desert boots

[u/iman26]

Great writing. Thanks for sharing

[u/Delicious_Angle6417]

Jcrew had a giant fit chambray one that i love wearing now

[u/danhakimi → u/Delicious_Angle6417]

Yeah, I listed it, very solid option.

[u/Dorkypotato → u/danhakimi]

I feel like the RRL slim western denim shirt needs to be on the list as the upgrade. Just my opinion though.

[u/danhakimi → u/Dorkypotato]

but it's not chambray.

[u/Dorkypotato → u/danhakimi]

Maybe chambray adjacent?

[u/danhakimi → u/Dorkypotato]

sure. but I drew the distinction on purpose.

[u/Pepe_MM]

Love chambray shirts. They might very well be my favorite shirts. Not included in the list: Wythe has a very nice chambray workshirt.

[u/danhakimi → u/Pepe_MM]

oh duh, I should have thought of that...

[u/faustanddfriends]

I have some chambray shirts I like but the current hype around them feels fairly over the top

[u/Dorkypotato]

Every adult man needs a chambray shirt. Doesn’t have to be western style, should be a blue that works for them (light or dark is fine) but every man needs one.

Bonus purchase: the RRL dark denim shirt in the appropriate size. It’s a classic and looks good with almost anything, on almost anyone. No cowboy boots unless you’ve cleared that with this page lol 😆

https://www.ralphlauren.com/men-clothing-button-down-shirts/slim-fit-denim-western-shirt/0027310903.html?utm_source=CSE&utm_medium=GooglePLA__20382452787_&utm_source=PMax&utm_medium=GooglePLA__20382452787_&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20387682464&gbraid=0AAAAADvCVODipUsvrB7L_Sa4m2bspMBGN&gclid=CjwKCAjwt-_FBhBzEiwA7QEqyCk73MuiPBH26tbY-mD62JKLomqwopCzCI9M-kkyNmRyPI1buLZBSBoCVX4QAvD_BwE

[u/danhakimi → u/Dorkypotato]

ooh that's a good one.

[u/thouse275]

Sid Mashburn

[u/Slick_McFavorite1]

Amazon essentials has a good chambray shirt for $18.

[u/garage_artists → u/Slick_McFavorite1]

Yes they do. 100% cotton chambray in three washes. For an entry level chambray it's good start.

But y'know it's too cheap for some. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[u/Slick_McFavorite1 → u/garage_artists]

I forgot this is navy blazer where if you are not buying some $200 OCBD with a horrible fit just because it has a good collar roll you’ll get downvoted.

[u/browsetheaggregator → u/Slick_McFavorite1]

horrible fit? why is that the case. it can be 200, have a great roll, and fit great!

[u/garage_artists → u/browsetheaggregator]

I think you have missed the point no?

[u/browsetheaggregator → u/garage_artists]

nah a shirt being $20 or $200 doesnt make it bad like the guy above me is implying

[u/garage_artists → u/browsetheaggregator]

Nah. He is saying don't pay $200 when you can pay $20. Pretty simple idea when it comes to a chambray shirt... Especially when was originally a USN work shirt.

By the same token don't pay $200 for a "great collar roll"

Or

Spend what you like I guess.

[u/browsetheaggregator → u/garage_artists]

hes talking about ocbds, but we're off topic so good day to you

[u/garage_artists → u/browsetheaggregator]

"Muh heckin' collah roool bruh" 😂

[u/garage_artists → u/Slick_McFavorite1]

come over to r/heritagewear !

[u/garage_artists → u/Slick_McFavorite1]

Yep.