Casual Linen and Cotton Shirts for Men: A Guide to Relaxed Solids
Leisure Shirts brings together relaxed shirts for time off, led by solids with a few checks, stripes and prints. Fabrics are 100% cotton, cotton linen, 100% linen, cotton blend and linen blend. Every shirt is cut in a regular or classic fit, and prices start at ₹1,999.
Linen, cotton linen or cotton?
- 100% linen: the coolest option, and pure linen shirts are among the fastest-rising searches this year. Breathes in the worst heat; creases freely.
- Cotton linen: a mix of the two fibres, with some of linen's texture and coolness in an everyday shirt.
- 100% cotton: the easiest to live with, across seasons and cities.
- Cotton blend and linen blend: check the product page for the exact mix and care.
Choosing a colour
Solid colours are the backbone of a casual wardrobe because they pair with almost anything. Start with a sky or dusty blue and a white. Then add earthy shades such as clay, rust, sand and olive, which look richer as the weather cools. A purple linen or a yellow solid gives the wardrobe a lift for holidays.
Patterns, fit and sleeves
For a break from solids, a check in ecru or brown, or an orange stripe, reads relaxed rather than corporate. Regular fit sits straight and easy. Classic fit offers a more generous cut for those who prefer a looser shirt, in step with the shift towards relaxed fits. Choose half sleeves for the heat, and full sleeves to roll up or wear open over a tee.
FAQs
Which colour linen shirt should I buy first? Sky blue or white. Both suit Indian skin tones, go with every trouser and look cool in the heat.
Is 100% linen better than a cotton linen shirt? Pure linen is cooler and more textured. Cotton linen is a good middle ground if you want some of linen's feel in a shirt you wear often.
Can I wear a casual shirt to the office? A solid in a muted colour, tucked in, works in most relaxed offices. Keep the brighter shades and prints for weekends.
How should a casual shirt fit? Shoulder seams at the edge of your shoulders, room to move your arms freely, and a hem that falls around the middle of your fly when worn untucked.
Planning the whole outfit? See the leisure collection. For more linen, try the linen edit, or browse striped shirts.