<p>The short sleeve button-up is a cool, casual style. You can certainly dress it up with trousers and <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/g34496573/best-loafers-men/” target=”_blank”>loafers</a>, if you’re headed to the office. If you’re not—wear it on the weekends, to the park, to the bar, on vacation. <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/g26539014/best-jeans-brands-for-men/” target=”_blank”>Jeans</a> or shorts (or even <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/g1881/best-swim-trunks-2014/” target=”_blank”>swim trunks</a>, when appropriate) pair perfectly. The style is low-maintenance, but thanks to the collars and buttons, a little bit chicer and smarter than a simple <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/g3492/best-white-t-shirts-men/” target=”_blank”>T-shirt</a>. It’s one of the best parts of the warmer seasons, and now’s the time to start stocking your closet with the classiest styles of the year.</p><p>Whether you’re looking for something plain or embroidered, a performance shirt or a lightweight shirt, we’ve got it right here. Take these guys out for a spin in spring, and hold on to this list for summer, too—you’re going to love these styles so much, you’ll keep coming back for more.</p>” />
Abercrombie keeps it classic with a straight hem and billowy, lightweight linen.
Best Designer Short Sleeve Button-Up
Celine Homme Convertible-Collar Printed Crepe Shirt
Best Designer Short Sleeve Button-Up
Celine Homme Convertible-Collar Printed Crepe Shirt
A little bit bold, a little bit edgy, and entirely stylish.
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Best Simple Short Sleeve Button-Up
Nordstrom Solid Linen Short Sleeve Button-Down Shirt
Best Simple Short Sleeve Button-Up
Nordstrom Solid Linen Short Sleeve Button-Down Shirt
When it comes to button-ups, sometimes, the more minimal, the better. You can wear this with jeans, trousers, whatever.
Best Versatile Short Sleeve Button-Up
Calvin Klein Solid Pocket Short Sleeve Easy Shirt
Best Versatile Short Sleeve Button-Up
Calvin Klein Solid Pocket Short Sleeve Easy Shirt
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Toss your keys and sunnies in that chest pocket, and you’re set for a summer day, whether you’re headed to the beach or the bar.
Best Luxury Short Sleeve Button-Up
Prada Short-Sleeved Cotton Shirt
Best Luxury Short Sleeve Button-Up
Prada Short-Sleeved Cotton Shirt
A uniquely stylish option, without a collar but with Prada’s signature inverted triangle logo.
Trishna Rikhy is the Associate Style Commerce Editor at Esquire. Previously, her writing has appeared in Vogue Runway, PAPER Magazine, V Magazine, V MAN, and more. She is based in NYC, but can probably be found wherever the strongest cup of coffee is.
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