What are the best men's shirt fabrics?

Brooks Brothers offers a wide range of fabric weaves to suit any occasion. Each weave, like each wearer, is unique and maintain specific characteristics. So which one is right for you? The Brooks Brothers men's dress shirts collection has a wide range of colors and fabrics: blue oxford shirt or cotton oxford, oxford collar or Oxford collar button down (ocbd), cotton twill shirt or broadcloth dress shirt, we have it all.

Linen Fabric

Linen fabric, known for its breathable and lightweight nature, exudes a casual elegance perfect for warm weather.
We suggest mens Linen Shirt for:

leisurely gatherings

semi-formal events

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Seersucker Fabric

Seersucker fabric features a puckered surface, enhancing air circulation and comfort. With its classic aesthetic, it's particularly suited for warm seasons.
We suggest mens Seersucker Shirts for:

informal contexts

casual outdoor events

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Flannel Fabric

Flannel is known for its distinct texture and warmth, making it particularly popular for fall and winter wear. It has a brushed surface that feels soft and slightly fuzzy. This fabric is appreciated for its excellent insulating properties.
We suggest mens flannel shirt for:

everyday wear

outdoor activities

fall and winter events

weekend getaways

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Supima® Fabric

World’s finest cottons. Supima® is a superior pima cotton fiber grown exclusively in the Southwestern United States. It is ultra soft, is incredibly durable and retains its colour longer than other cotton.
We suggest mens Supima® Shirts for:

formal and semi-formal occasions such as a fancy night out or a cocktail party

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Oxford Fabric

Oxford is a basket weave where multiple weft threads are crossed over an equal number of warp threads. Usually, one color of weft is crossed with a white warp thread resulting in a two-tone color appearance. Popular in casual shirts for its durability and versatility.
We suggest Oxford shirt for:

family gatherings

casual Fridays at the office

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Pinpoint Fabric

Pinpoint weaves maintain a single weft crossing two warp threads forming a pin point look. This fabric is a cross between poplin and oxford. Generally heavier and thicker than poplin due to its construction. Pinpoints are more formal than oxford cloth, but less formal than poplin.
We suggest a pinpoint shirt for:

everyday business looks

a dinner date

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Poplin Fabric

Poplin, also known as broadcloth, is a strong, very smooth and durable fabric that has an almost silky hand feel. The fabric has a crisp characteristic and generally feels the smoothest due to its lack of texture.
We suggest cotton poplin shirt, also known as broadcloth shirts for:

formal occasions

everyday business looks

ceremonies

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Twill shirt

Comprised of a distinct diagonal pattern, twill drapes very well, is resistant to creases, and easy to iron. Twill fabric is heavier and softer than poplin however, twill does not have as crisp of a feel.

Herringbone shirt

Inspired from the bones of a herring fish, the twill fabric is woven to create a chevron "V-shaped" design. Herringbone shirt meaning a smooth hand feel, a textured warmth, and a slight sheen, making this a great crossover option for both dress and casual needs.

Royal Oxford Shirt

The royal oxford is designed from a slightly changed two-three-two structure. An elevated fabric from its Oxford counterpart, the royal oxford holds a distinct luster and texture making it a more dressy fabric.