Best Lightweight Long-Sleeve Shirts for Men
Effortlessly Transition Into Fall With These 8 Stylish Long Sleeves
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You know that weird transitional weather when you’re cold, then hot, then cold again, and you’re regretting your choices throughout the day? What do you wear?
Lightweight long-sleeve shirts are the perfect solution. They’re heavy enough to get you through the initial chill, light enough to keep you from sweating throughout the day, and save you from the cooldown. You’ll want to choose long-sleeve options that are made from breathable and moisture-wicking fabrics.
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Everyone’s body temperature is different. If you run warmer, lean more towards more lightweight cottons, linens, silks and merino wool. If you’re always a bit chilly but still need help with heat, pick heavier cotton tees, hoodies made with bamboo, terry sweaters and linen blends. While all of these fabrics have moisture-wicking properties, pay attention to how thick and heavy something looks and feels.
These lightweight options should get you through workouts, morning commutes, outdoor adventures and even lounging at home with the windows open.
Lightweight Long-Sleeve T-Shirts and Polos
Topo Designs Dirt Pocket Tee
Topo Designs specializes in clothes you want to move in. Whether you’re hiking on the trail or lounging around the house, the Dirt Pocket Tee is a simple staple to have in your wardrobe. It’s a classic pocket tee but upgraded. Made from 100% cotton, this tee will keep you comfortable while the warm weather starts to cool. It’s broken-in right from the start, so it’s soft on the skin. The dark khaki and olive colors are especially fall-ready, and it will be your go-to tee every outing.
Percival Long Sleeve Cotton Waffle T Shirt
You don’t have to settle for a standard long-sleeve t-shirt. This Percival long-sleeve in a waffle pattern adds some personality while still being clean and simple. Made from 100% organic cotton, it’s lightweight but still feels substantial and well-made, while the ecu cream color offers incredible outfit versatility. It’s such a unique tee that lets you stand out in a subtle way.
Ibex Paradox Long-Sleeve Tee
Merino wool has long been a renewable and temperature-regulating fiber. This Ibex long-sleeve shirt wraps ultra-thin merino and Tencent fabric around a nylon core to make this 150gsm fabric both lightweight and durable. Simple, comfortable and even better for the planet — who could ask for more of a t-shirt?
Everlane Essential Organic Long-Sleeve Tee
Using 100% OCS-certified organic cotton (hence the name), this long-sleeve tee from Everlane will be a mainstay in your wardrobe, unlocking serious outfit versatility while still offering you comfort and breathability. It's also designed to be shrink-resistant, so you can throw it in the wash without a care.
Todd Snyder Lightweight Mini Waffle Henley
This Todd Snyder henleyis made from 100% Peruvian slub cotton, creating a waffle micro-texture fabric with a bit of stretch. It’s inspired by vintage military thermals with ribbed cuffs and cover stitch detailing. It just looks like fall in a shirt. It’s not super heavy but it’s not too light, so it’s perfect to wear on its own or layered under a jacket or over a button-up.
AETHER Emery Pima Long-Sleeve Tee
This long-sleeve is the definition of luxury. It’s made from premium 100% Pima cotton, making it both breathable and comfortable, with single-needle stitching at the neckline to minimize chafing. And, in classic AETHER fashion, the left sleeve boasts a chainstitch on the side steam, so real ones will know who you're repping.
Alex Crane Playa Shirt
This refined button-up from Alex Crane is made from 100% sustainably-grown, French linen. It’s a classic staple that feels smooth on your skin and lets air in while keeping you protected against cool winds. And you can feel good about wearing it: It’s dyed with organic, GOTS-certified pigments and the buttons are made with corozo, a Brazilian nut known as "plant ivory.” It comes in a wide range of colors, and the Sequoia, Chai and Pine can be worn alone or combined with other fall color combinations.
LESTRANGE All Day Shirt
This lightweight dress shirt is spun in the brand’s Italian mill from fine grade merino wool that's itch-free. The Merino fibers even have antibacterial and moisture-wicking properties. It’s also crease-resistant so you can wear it at home, in the office or on a flight and it will stay crisp so you can stay sharp.
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