| The world of fashion is constantly evolving along with | | | | types of T-shirts. They are either with or without a |
| time; however the basic styles especially in men's | | | | collar. They are made of knitted cotton and became |
| fashion remain the same. There has not been much | | | | the most popular during the 1960's although it has |
| change in the world of men's shirts. Here is a brief | | | | been around since the 1920's. The polo shirt with |
| description of the various categories of shirts in | | | | collars and two or three buttons in the front and one |
| which modern designers make minor modifications to | | | | pocket was originally invented by Rene Lacoste. The |
| give it a new look. | | | | T-shirt is the only style that is equally loved by kids, |
| - Dress shirt also referred to as button down collar | | | | teens and adults. Many new materials are constantly |
| shirt is one of the costliest of all styles. It is full | | | | being developed for this style. There is a wide range |
| sleeved light weight and worn under suits. The name | | | | of colors available for this style. It functions as day |
| button down literally means that. There are two | | | | wear and lighter fabrics of the same style can serve |
| buttons on the collars apart from the neck button. | | | | just as well for night wear. The trend of printing |
| Its origins are debatable as some claim it to have | | | | great designs and text or pictures contributes to its |
| come from Britain while others say it is an American | | | | popularity. |
| design. They are versatile in their use in that they are | | | | - Men's Jersey is a long sleeved loose pullover type |
| worn as comfortably under business suits as along | | | | of shirt having no buttons. It is commonly referred to |
| with jeans too or under a sports jacket. Any way | | | | as a sweatshirt if the material is thicker and |
| they are comfortable and fashionable. | | | | absorbent and is quite common among Americans. |
| - Tuxedo is not a type of shirt that is worn often. It | | | | - Granddad's Shirt is still seen as a daily wear in some |
| has a special place at weddings, operas or any other | | | | parts of Asia. In America it was made popular by the |
| very formal occasion. it has long sleeves and buttons | | | | Beatles. |
| down the front and is almost always white. The | | | | - Sport's shirts come in long and short sleeves and |
| front is pleated plus a bow tie is also a part of this | | | | are sometimes used in place of the expensive dress |
| style. | | | | shirt but are more loosely fitting than the latter. |
| - T-Shirts; no man's wardrobe is complete without | | | | All the above styles that need to be tucked in at |
| this style. The name comes from its shape which | | | | whatever the occasion need shirt stays for a smart |
| resembles the letter T. Polo shirt or golf shirt are all | | | | look, whether it is t-shirt or a dress shirt. |