How to determine shirt size for men?

An integral element of the wardrobe of any man is considered a shirt that will help to create, emphasize the style and image. This type of clothing is worn both in everyday life and at important meetings. Without a doubt, in the wardrobe of every man there are several options for shirts that have a different color, style, style, material. Such clothes are considered multifunctional, suitable for all occasions.

The basic rule when choosing a shirt is that it should sit perfectly on the man. Therefore, in order not to be mistaken with the style, size, you should know how to determine the size of the shirt for men. But first, let's look at what types they are, what you should pay attention to when buying them.

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Types of Men's Shirts

On the store shelves there is a considerable selection of men's shirts, however, the most common are models of classic and sports style:

• Classical - multifunctional, it gives elegance, formality. It can be worn under a sweater or jacket, with and without a tie. Such options are suitable for men with any height, figure. The choice of material, color, entirely depends on the taste of men.
• Sportswear - differs from classic ones in that such clothes are made from coarse, dense materials, including jeans. Sports shirts can have all kinds of patterns, metal buttons, decorative fasteners, lots of pockets. This type of clothing can be worn under shorts, jeans, non-classic pants.

Important! She should not be tucked into her pants, the main thing is that she fit in size, fits well.

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Choosing a shirt: what to look for?

In order to choose the right shirt, you need to pay attention to such points:

• Seams on the shoulders - should be exactly where the shoulder ends and the arm begins;
• Sleeve length - the sleeve must necessarily cover the man’s wrist and end where the thumb joint begins;
• Length - should be such that when a man lifts his hands up, the edges do not slip out of the trousers;
• Collar - 1-2 fingers should be placed between the neck and collar.

Important! When buying a shirt, it should certainly be tried on, otherwise - there is a risk of making a mistake.

Next, we give the standard sizes that you can choose, knowing the height, size of the chest, waist, neck of a man.

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How to determine the size of the shirt?

The size always consists of two digits:

• The first is the coverage of the neck, which is measured in centimeters or inches.
• The second is the size of the sleeve, measured from the middle of the neck to the wrist, over the shoulder and elbow.

It often happens that the size marking on the shirt does not correspond to the desired size, in such cases there is a risk that the thing will be ugly on a man. Therefore, in order to choose the right shirt size, you should use the tailor's meter and perform the following steps:

1. Measure the collar. In order to find out the size of the shirt by the collar, measure the neck circumference. For these purposes, use a flexible meter: wrap it around the neck at its base, add another couple of centimeters to the resulting figure.
2. Measure sleeve length. The man should stand upright, straightening his shoulders and lowering his hands down.The measuring tape must be attached to a point in the middle of the neck, holding the meter with one hand and leading it over the shoulder with the other, to the wrist along the arm. The number of centimeters received will be the size of the sleeve of the shirt.
3. You can take other measurements, which will also not be superfluous. Measure the distance from the shoulder joint to the wrist.

Having these measurements, you can correctly choose and buy a shirt of the required size. The results of the measurements should be added up, and two numbers will come out - this will be the right size, which already takes into account the fullness and growth of the man.

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How to make sure the shirt is sitting well?

Given the individual physique of each man, it is considered equally important how the shirt sits. Here you should pay attention to the following points:

• The length of the sleeve should be sufficient to close the wrist. When bending the arm, the cuffs should not bulge and squeeze the wrist.
• The shirt cuff should be tight, but not crush your wrist and not hang over your hand, even when the button is unfastened.
• A shirt should not fit your waist and chest, of course, if the shirt is not in a sports style.
• The shirt should not slip out of the trousers. This can be verified by simply raising your hands up.
• Between the collar and the neck should be free - so that 1-2 fingers fit.

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Color

Properly selected color can give the face an attractive shade:

• Men who have a yellowish complexion are not recommended to wear clothes of gray, light green and yellow.
• People with ruddy faces will not look good in shirts of red shades - it is better to choose other colors.
• For owners of swarthy and tanned faces, stylists are advised to choose alternative colors brown or orange.

Important! Classic white models are suitable for all males, regardless of complexion. It is desirable to give preference to such tones when choosing a shirt for a holiday and special events.

It is worth noting that when choosing a shirt with a pattern, you need to remember about the mismatch of the same pattern on the shirt, tie and jacket.

Important! The color of the shirt should always be a little lighter than the tie and jacket.

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Selection tips

The choice of a man’s shirt is always very important, so it’s better to be present when you buy it. So, you can precisely choose the size, determine the style and color, as well as:

• When buying, pay attention to the material. The most common material for shirts is considered linen or cotton - such products are practical and affordable. For lovers of extravagant style, silk is suitable.
• Elements such as cuffs and a collar are considered important. If a man has a round oval face, then a wide collar will suit him, and with a narrow one, a medium or narrow collar. Cuffs can be single or double. Cufflinks are required for double cuffs.
• If a man is inclined to be overweight, he is advised to wear looser shirts of dark tones. They should not hang, but also should not fit the waist.
• Classical-style products are more suitable for men of a sports physique - well-fitting to the body, they will help emphasize a handsome male figure.

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Now you know how to determine the size of a shirt for a man, and how to choose the perfect thing for any figure and occasion. Use this information to highlight only the benefits of your image.