Best Dress Shirts for Men: Which Brand Fits Your Problem
The best dress shirt is the one cut for your neck, arms and build. So instead of one ranking, this page matches each brand to the problem it solves: nothing fits, you want exact sizes off the rack, you want stretch, or you want to spend less. We haven’t run our own hands-on tests yet. When we do, results go here.
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Quick picks: start with your problem
| If you want | Look at |
|---|---|
| A shirt made to your measurements | Proper Cloth, Indochino |
| Exact collar and sleeve sizes off the rack | Charles Tyrwhitt, Brooks Brothers |
| Stretch, performance fabric | Mizzen+Main |
| Many brands in one store | Nordstrom |
| Budget basics | Amazon |
The brands, and who each one is for
Proper Cloth: if off-the-rack never fits
Proper Cloth makes each shirt to your measurements. You can build a size from its questionnaire, by measuring at home, or by copying a shirt that already fits. If your first custom shirt is off, its Perfect Fit Guarantee remakes it free, and shirts arrive in about two weeks, according to Proper Cloth.
Indochino: another made-to-measure option
Indochino also makes shirts to your measurements. Read its current fit and remake policy before you order, since terms differ between custom makers.
Charles Tyrwhitt: exact collar and sleeve sizes, big non-iron range
Tyrwhitt sells off-the-rack shirts by collar and sleeve size. Its non-iron range covers twill and stretch weaves in point, semi-spread, spread and button-down collars.
Brooks Brothers: classic cuts, non-iron and Supima cotton
Brooks Brothers sells dress shirts by collar and sleeve, in non-iron and pure Supima cotton versions. It also offers alterations and made-to-measure tailoring.
Mizzen+Main: stretch performance fabric
Mizzen+Main uses stretch performance fabric that resists wrinkles and moves with you. A good pick if cotton shirts feel stiff to you.
Nordstrom: many brands, one cart
Nordstrom carries dress shirts from many brands, so you can compare cuts and fabrics in one place.
Amazon: budget basics
For a backup white shirt or a low-cost starter, Amazon has budget options from many brands. Check that the listing gives collar and sleeve sizes, not just S, M and L.
Prices change often, so check each store for the current price.
How we chose these brands
We looked for brands that do at least one of these well. Use the same list to judge any shirt you find.
- Sizing by collar and sleeve, or made-to-measure.
- Fabric you like to wear: plain cotton, non-iron cotton, or stretch.
- A collar that holds its shape after washing.
- Enough body length to stay tucked.
- A return or remake policy, because fit is personal.
Your first five shirts
- White, point or semi-spread collar: interviews, weddings, formal work.
- Light blue: the everyday workhorse.
- Second white or blue in a different fabric (oxford, twill).
- Subtle stripe or check for variety.
- One non-iron shirt for travel. See non-iron shirts.
Quick answers
What is the best dress shirt brand?
It depends on your fit and budget. If off-the-rack never fits, made-to-measure brands are worth it. If you need a reliable everyday shirt in your collar and sleeve size, start with brands that sell exact sizes.
Should dress shirts be 100% cotton?
Cotton breathes best and looks the most classic. Blends with stretch or polyester resist wrinkles and move better. Many people keep both.
How many dress shirts should I own?
A common starting point is five: two white, two light blue, and one more in a subtle pattern or color. That covers a work week.
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