The Grandad Collar Shirt

As part of the national Irish costume (if such a thing exists) the grandad shirt has enjoyed a bit of a rejuvenation in recent years. With a vintage design, the shirt typically has no collar, is made from flannel, brushed cotton or Irish linen and many will only have four buttons. They’re commonly associated with the working-class in northern England during the industrial era as they were worn by the work-forces of the factories but they’ve now been adopted by style-conscious men around the globe.

With its modern revival, there’s been a certain amount of changes made to the grandad shirt, especially to its number of buttons, but the overall finish and style of the shirt have remained the same. The unconventional collar gives a clean and more eye-catching look to your outfit, and you can easily dress it with casual, tailored pieces to bring out a refined, yet everyday.