Summer is the time for vacations, swimsuits and swimming trunks. And what about those who are still far from vacation, and every day you need to look decent? This article will talk about summer shirts for men and women. This item of clothing will allow you to look quite solid, and soft, light and flowing fabrics will give you the desired coolness.
Natural fabrics to help!
Choosing synthetics for a summer wardrobe is almost the same as wrapping yourself in a plastic bag in a sauna. Preference should be given to natural or mixed fabrics.
Materials that are suitable for sewing:
- denim
- linen;
- cotton;
- knitwear;
- natural silk.
Tips: how to wear a summer shirt for a man
- Unfortunately, even in the summer heat, a strict dress code implies a long-sleeved shirt.
- If a man does not want to be like a kindergartner, who was dressed by a caring grandmother, then in no case should he tuck his shirt in shorts. The exception is pants or jeans with a belt.
- Always choose clothes by size. The cut of the shirt is such that an incorrectly selected model can completely spoil the idea of the figure of the owner.
- Mix print top with a plain bottom. Agree, the summer men's shirt in a cage with shorts in peas looks strange.
- Your things should be well ironed! Even the most expensive crumpled shirt can ruin the image of the owner.
What to look for when choosing
Where will you put on the thing? If you need a strict classic for the office, then look at the models without pockets and epaulettes. Such styles are more suitable for casual style. Some guys like to roll up their sleeves on regular shirts made of lightweight fabrics. This can be done if the cuffs of the thing are not tight.
The second thing you should pay attention to. - This is the correct length of the wardrobe item, as it does not tuck into pants. Summer short men's shirts look ridiculous. Determining the optimal length is easy. Raise your hand up: the normal length is when the stomach is not visible with this manipulation.
Legendary Polo by Lacoste
This is a good alternative to summer shirts, with the ability to follow a dress code. Clothing for the sports game of the same name entered the masses thanks to the famous Lacoste fashion house in the 30s of the XX century.
Designer Rene Lacoste was an avid tennis player and first put on his creation for a friendly match. The enemy was dressed restrained and severely, as was the etiquette of those years. Playing in a long-sleeved shirt tucked in dress pants was a lot harder. Rene, dressed in his find, easily defeated the enemy and won the hearts of fashionistas with his appearance.
The first few years, the trading house produced only white polo. Only in the late 30s black and, later, color options appeared on sale.
Now the famous brand is at the peak of popularity. There are also many manufacturers who create high-quality, but more affordable analogues.
Next, let's talk about models for the fair sex.
Styles for women
You still think that a summer women's shirt is boring? Pay attention to the following models:
- Body shirt. From the classics there was only the top with a stand-up collar and a few buttons. The bottom of the shirt fastens in the crotch area, which is very convenient. This thing is more like a swimsuit with elements of classic clothing. Slender ladies like using body to emphasize the seductive curves of the body.
- The fitted model will make the figure more proportional.
- Extra long shirt. She will easily replace the dress. With bare legs, only young, slender girls can wear a thing. Owners of magnificent forms are better to wear light jeans, Bermuda or leggings under it.
- Model with a hood. Such a style can replace a beach dress and a panama.
- Tunic of a shirt cut. For girls with mouth-watering forms - this is a real salvation. She will hide the extra pounds in the abdomen and sides, and the hips will visually look slimmer.
Denim models
Women's jersey shirts are always in trend. This is a universal thing in casual style, which is suitable for women of all ages. Young girls like to wear them with short shorts, miniskirts, tight trousers or boyfriend jeans. In general, there is no limit to fantasy. Older ladies can pay attention to an elongated shirt-dress. Such an outfit can be worn for work or a walk around the city.
Chiffon Short Sleeve Shirts
If the budget allows, then it is worth paying attention to models made of natural silk (chiffon is a variety of it). Natural fabric does not interfere with the free movement of air, gives coolness and looks solid.
A white chiffon shirt is just a salvation for office workers in the summer heat. The model in dark colors is suitable for going to the club or just for an evening rendezvous.
Irreplaceable linen
Shirts from this fabric are simply created for the hot summer. Flax is a breathable material. Light clothing made from natural fabric does not turn yellow in the sun. From it spots are easily washed off. The fabric is practically not electrified. With each wash, a product made of natural material only becomes softer. A significant minus of flax is that it is very wrinkled. No matter how hard you try to iron a thing, it will crumple as soon as you put it on.
There are models of linen shirts that never go out of style:
- wide with a small stand-up collar;
- tunic up to the middle of the thigh;
- product decorated with embroidery in ethnic style.
Long summer shirts
These models are now in the wake of popularity. Below are the options with which it is best to combine them:
- denim vest with bright stripes, colored leggings;
- straight maxi skirt, belt, wide-brimmed hat or panama hat;
- sandals or platform shoes, large accessories, ankle-length trousers;
- An interesting look in the style of the Wild West: a long denim shirt with a check, light brown trousers and summer boots in a cowboy style.
One thing - five looks
For students, schoolgirls, office workers and simply stylish girls, a white shirt is a real find. It refers to the basic things, which are not difficult to beat and even interesting to beat.
- Rebel spirit. White shirt with short sleeves plus a light jacket and rivet sandals. Rock and Roll Bow Ready!
- Wanted to wear a mini to demonstrate the beauty of your legs? For the summer, choose a bright bottom, and a shirt is better to take a wide, oversize size.
- Dressing so that the outfit looks expensive, you can skillfully complementing a white shirt with things in the right colors. Use peach shades. In alliance with white, they refresh. The shirt can be taken with a thin black bow around the neck.
- Business lady. For women - leaders by nature, a shirt made of cotton or poplin male fit. The outfit will be complemented by wide trousers and a clutch that resembles a folder in shape.
- Preppy style. Such images, as a rule, are chosen by the "golden youth". A short-sleeved shirt should be buttoned on all buttons, the skirt is plain, and jewelry should be neat and restrained. Women's polo fit perfectly into this style. Below is a photo of a summer shirt in preppy style.
In Italy, the stronger sex, after reaching the forty-year-old barrier, tries to completely refuse to wear T-shirts. It is believed that the sports element of the wardrobe is suitable only for young people. A mature man should always look elegant and neat, this is more like a summer men's shirt. For women, there are so many different styles that just eyes run up. A real lady, even in the summer heat, will be able to look elegant.