Best Corduroy Shirts
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Although it’s entirely possible you haven’t worn corduroy since you were a child, we’d like to submit that it is, in fact, the manliest fabric out there. It’s durable, warm, and comfortable on the skin, despite its thickness, and it can put up with a lot of abuse and neglect while still holding its form. Appearance-wise, it adds a layer of sophistication to any outfit, elevating its humble cotton origins to something slightly more upscale and less conventional.
You don’t need to be particularly bold or adventurous to rock some corduroy, but it can take a simple outfit and give it that extra bit of polish that distinguishes the merely put together man from the truly stylish one.
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And since we’ve already covered the best corduroy pants, we thought it was high time we toured some of the best corduroy shirts available today. Our picks span a wide range of styles and prices, but each represents a worthy addition to any man’s closet.
Marine Layer Lightweight Corduroy Button-Up Shirt
Maybe it's the classic good looks or the eye-catching auburn coloring, or maybe it's the whimsical spread collar and chest pocket, but we absolutely adore this button-up cord shirt from Marine Layer. The cut is relaxed through the body without being billowy, making it an easy layering option as well, and therefore possibly the ideal fall shirt.
Bonobos Everyday Corduroy Shirt
Another phenomenal candidate for everyday wear, effortlessly dressed up or dressed down, this fine-wale corduroy button-up from Bonobos ticks all the boxes: stylish, affordable and very comfortable. Wear it solo or layer it underneath a light sweater or cardigan or on top of a soft t-shirt for maximum outfit versatility.
Schott NYC Corduroy Button-Down Shirt
If you want a slightly more formal look, suitable for a fancier dinner or bar, check out this corduroy button-down from Schott NYC. The contrast buttons, button-down collar and sleeves, and pinwale cotton fabric all heighten the style factor, while the slightly relaxed fit still keeps layering options open.
Buck Mason Craftsman Corduroy Station Workshirt
If you're chasing a slightly more rugged look, something that pairs extremely well with denim, check out this Craftsman Workshirt from Buck Mason. The ridged corduroy construction gives this shirt a broken-in look from the first wear, while the double front pocket design lends it serious utility.
MANGO Classic Fit Corduroy Shirt
If you want ultimate versatility and a softer fabric feel, check out this Classic Fit Corduroy Shirt from Chinese brand MANGO. It's made from cotton micro corduroy, lending it a much softer feel than regular corduroy, while the thinner construction lends it a dress shirt quality that makes it easy to dress up or down.
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