Carl Magazine - Style Advice

Behind the seams: How to recognize a high-quality shirt

Recognizing a shirt of truly high quality comes down to seeing – and feeling – the details. It is in the small, sometimes almost invisible elements that the craftsmanship reveals itself – from the fiber length of the fabric to the precision of the stitches, button placements, and the construction of the collar. Here, we guide you through 8 key characteristics that distinguish a well-made shirt from mass production.