Men's Shirts And Fashion

Casual long sleeve shirts are incredibly versatile and appropriate for any occasion. There are a wide variety of styles and fabrics for both men and women.

The most basic style choice for both men and women is button down or pullover.  Beyond that, there are a variety of casual long sleeve shirt designs, fabrics, and necklines to suit most preferences and lifestyles.  Another consideration is the fabric weight, which depends on your desired level of warmth.

Many catalogs and websites provide the weight per square yard of the fabric.  A ten-ounce per square yard fabric is a good choice for winter outdoor activities.  A five or six ounce fabric is ideal for milder temperatures or when indoors.  Lighter fabric is also perfect to layer under sweaters.

The most popular fabrics for casual long sleeve shirts are cotton or cotton blends.  Spandex is often added to prevent sagging or loss of shape when the fabric is stretched.  A little nylon is sometimes added to increase fabric strength.

Natural fabrics breathe and absorb moisture more efficiently than synthetic fabrics.  One hundred percent polyester (a synthetic fiber) long sleeve shirts do not tend to breathe or absorb moisture.  Polyester is best when blended with natural fabrics such as cotton.  Cotton is the ideal choice for comfort, durability, and moisture absorbency.  Unlike synthetic, cotton does not retain orders after washing.

Certified organic cotton long sleeve shirts are eco-friendly alternative to conventional cotton.  The cotton is grown without chemical fertilizers or pesticides.  They are perfect for those who are health conscious and ecologically minded.

Flannel, which is brushed cotton, retains heat and is ideal for a rugged look.  Flannel long sleeve shirts are designed to be sturdy enough for outdoor activities.  They are soft, durable, and warm.  Flannel shirts are an excellent choice for working outside, camping, or sitting by the fire on a cold winter night.

Silk is a natural fabric that is very comfortable.  Silk long sleeve shirts have a more lustrous appearance and dressier style.  However, moisture or perspiration stains can be difficult to remove from silk and silk shirts generally cannot be washed in the washing machine.

Casual long sleeve shirts are suitable for almost any occasion. The wide variety of fabrics and contemporary designs make them incredibly versatile, functional, and stylish.  There is usually a need to add another casual long sleeve shirt to your wardrobe.