If you don't have a few reliable white shirt options already hung up, then I'll bet any amount of money that a social event in the near future will require you to buy one. It's been a part of the formal dress code for men since time immemorial, and that doesn't look like it's going to change any time soon — if anything, the white shirt is only getting more popular.
A streetwear-inspired resurgence of preppy styles has meant that an oxford shirt, even if it's paired with a cardigan or loafers, is reaching increasingly casual territory while A$AP Rocky has been making the case for Western tuxedos by wearing a white shirt with a tie, blazer, jeans, and black boots.
Of course, an item as classic as a white shirt is practically immune from being a trend, but its versatility makes it so much more than just a piece of corporate office wear.
There are countless designers using its comforting familiarity as a canvas for experimentation, and we've explored the whole spectrum from simple everyday designs to ones bordering on the avant-garde.
For a white shirt that you'll want to wear beyond just fancy dinner dates and birthday parties, check out the selection below.
Scroll down for the best white shirts for men.
Highsnobiety White Dress Shirt
Starting off with a classic formal dress shirt, this design comes from our in-house label's fall collection. Made from 100% cotton with a button-down pointed collar and subtle embroidery at the chest, we recommend sizing up for a more casual, boxy fit.
Abc. Oxford Woven Shirt
Abc claims that the color of this shirt is "selenite", which Google tells me is "a form of gypsum occurring as transparent crystals or thin plates." Basically, it's a fancy word for white.
Winnie Silk Shirt
A white shirt doesn't need to be stuffy. Winnie's luxurious silk pajama shirt will add an interesting texture to your fits.
Our Legacy Initial Crinkled Sheer-Tulle Shirt
For those who have a particular distaste for ironing, the crinkles in this shirt are all part of the look, adding texture to its sheer body.
Café de Flore x Highsnobiety Poplin Shirt
Café de Flore is an institution in Paris, having played host to everyone from Helmut Newton to Pablo Picasso. This classic white shirt celebrates its history, playfully riffing on its formal staff uniforms.
COMME des GARÇONS SHIRT White Pocket Shirt
You get no points for guessing what the COMME des GARÇONS SHIRT subline specializes in. With this design, it has added zippered pockets at the front and a circular panel at the back to experiment with a standard white poplin shirt.
Marni White Cotton Shirt
For those who want a subtle flex, half of Marni's logo is cut off by the chest pocket on this poplin shirt.
AMI Paris Heart Logo Poplin Shirt
Creating elevated staples at a reasonable price point is where AMI Paris excels, and that's what it provides with this organic cotton poplin shirt.
Séfr Crepe Shirt
It's the small details that elevate this shirt from Séfr, and those include the textured crepe material, subtle off-white color, back pleats, and straight-cut hem. The Swedish brand really knows how to create a statement while keeping to its minimal aesthetic.
YMC Curtis Crinkled Cotton Shirt
A crisp white shirt is brilliant for formal occasions, but this crinkled cotton fabric delivers a more casual look.
Our Legacy Coco 70s shirt
If there's one thing you need to know about shirting in the 70s, it's that collars were seriously big. If you're joining us in our appreciation for the era's loud and proud style, then you'll need a shirt like this one.
Awake NY x Nanamica White Shirt
If you're wondering what Ivy League school crest is embroidered on the chest of this white shirt, it is actually that of Awake NY and Nanamica's fictional institution.
Studio Nicholson Oversized Shirt
The waist pocket on this shirt takes away the need for a crossbody bag, it's big enough to fit all your daily essentials in.
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