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The last few years have possibly been one of the most exciting periods in the world of menswear. Just take the revival of the camp collar: a laidback, easy-to-wear shirt that’s also one of the most flex-worthy items you can own. What a time.
Even though they carry a degree of nonchalance—which is of course part of what makes them so appealing—camp collars (also known as Cuban collars or vacation shirts) are so versatile that it’s almost impossible to imagine how not to wear them.
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And what’s more, thanks to the casual, flat and open collar of these shirts—together with the lightweight fabrics like linen, silk and cotton used to construct them—camp shirts are extra airy, making them a bang-on pick for surviving summer’s sizzling temps.
Naturally then, throwing on a camp collar shirt when it’s hot and humid isn’t just a logical choice, it’s a stylish one, too. So, we’ve pulled together the best camp collar shirts for men right down below. Be prepared to feel fresh and look darn good.
Modern camp collar shirts are derived from Cuban guayaberas and this one by Flint and Tinder honors that heritage. Though the OG pleats are traded for a smooth front, the piece is crafted in 100% cotton and features two lower front pockets.
We can already picture ourselves in sun-soaked spots thanks to this nougat-colored number. Cut entirely from linen in a looser fit, the camp collar by the Copenhagen-based brand is built to be breezy.
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This warm-weather friendly camp collar shirt constructed in seersucker cotton by go-to essentials retailer J.Crew is ideal for anywhere and all-the-time wear. Plus, with vents on the side, airflow is increased so you can stay cooler than ever.
This isn’t your average linen shirt. It’s made using top-quality linen by the esteemed Irish producer of the fabric, Baird McNutt. The camp collar in ultra-versatile navy comes in a standard fit and includes side slits for maximum breathability.
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Staying fashionable and sweat-free need not clean you out. Coofandy’s Cuban-style pintuck embroidered camp collar shirt is lightweight and wrinkle-resistant. And yes, now’s the time to book that beach trip to Havana.
The Australian label makes a case for the dressier camp collar, as can be seen from this rock‘n’roll version featuring collaged digital artworks. It’s not only a handsome shirt—its crafted using eco-friendly lyocell fiber.
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It’s likely not a coincidence that this seafoam-blue camp collar shirt calls to mind images of a typically striped deckchair. And that’s a good thing. Because deckchairs belong on ocean liners, and when you’re wearing this, well, heck so do you.
We’re all for bold and brash designs if that’s your vibe, but if it’s not, you can still get on board with floral prints by opting for an A&F camp collar that dials down the blooms on a mostly white canvas.
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Sticking true to the Alex Mill way of doing things, the brand’s take on the camp collar shirt keeps it straightforward in style, but this seersucker cotton number packs a punch when it comes to anti-perspiration practicality.
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Don’t let grabbing a shirt of this kind in black dissuade you. It’ll make for a seamless vacation dinner look—even after a long day of lounging outdoors when it’s roasting out.
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