Men's Regular Fit Shirts

A shirt for men in regular fit sits comfortably through the chest and waist without the tapering of a slim cut — room to move, tucked or untucked, without looking oversized. It's the fit that suits most builds and the one that works across the widest range of occasions. The range covers cotton Oxford, poplin and twill weaves, long sleeve and short sleeve, in plain colours alongside checks and stripes.

What makes a regular fit work is the shoulder. The seam should sit where your shoulder ends — if it drops down the arm, the shirt is too big regardless of how the body feels. From there, a regular fit allows a hand's width of room at the waist, enough to sit comfortably without billowing when tucked in.

A men's regular fit white shirt is the piece that covers the most ground, moving from the office to an evening out with nothing more than a change of trousers. Oxford weave creases less and suits everyday wear; poplin is crisper and more formal, though fine white poplin can run slightly sheer. Check the sleeve length alongside the collar size, since brands vary more on sleeves than anywhere else. Wear with chinos or trousers or jeans.