The other one is her.
Eternal competitor of its white sister, the blue shirt occupies a special place in the dressing room of these gentlemen. To challenge the Queen's monopoly on elegance, she puts forward arguments that appeal to many people today: novelty instead of academicism, the exception instead of the rule, modernity instead of tradition.
This article is dedicated to this tireless contender for the throne; in order to give you some (good) reasons to crown her.
The Big Blue
If the centuries have established the sovereignty of the white shirt, at the same time as its legend and its invincibility, its blue twin - although more recent - aspires to the same tributes.
At Hast, we have chosen to pass them on to you from the start, placing Your Highnesses on an equal footing. Released in 2012, our first creation was indeed a double-twisted poplin shirt , available in white and blue.
And for good reason, it seemed to us that these Ladies were the two verses of the same couplet: that of elegance itself.
One tells of heritage, custom and history. The other says movement, enthusiasm and evolution. They are only a few nuances apart, but they are what distinguishes classic elegance from contemporary elegance here.
You understood it: We cannot recommend this centerpiece enough , if only to add a happy touch of color to your compositions.
How to choose your blue shirt?
Simple in appearance, this question ultimately disguises many others. Because to choose a blue shirt is first of all arbitrating between several parameters.
- A cut: Depending on the occasion and use, it will be more or less fitted. Generally, formal shirts are quite long and fitted (to be tucked into the pants) while so-called "casual" shirts are rather short and straight. For a ceremony or in a strict professional setting, the first one seems quite suitable ; and the second in any other circumstance.
- A pass: your aesthetic inclinations and/or your tie desires will lead you towards this one or that one. Small or big , French Or American , officer or club, semi-cutaway or hidden buttons, the model you need is definitely around the corner.
- A fabric: in addition to providing information on the style of the shirt it is wearing, the weave of the fabric greatly influences how it catches the light. In principle, a canvas is all the more dressy when it is fine and tight, and by extension silky and luminous. Conversely, casual fabrics are usually more matte because they are raw and textured. On our racks, the essential poplin , the twill , dobby , thread-by-thread, the pinpoint , the chevron and some oxfords belong to the first category. In the second, you will find our flannels , chambray , denims and thicker oxfords .
- A color: Anyone who has ever looked at the surface of the sea knows that there are 1,001 shades of blue. In Hast's work, too, the lightest appear white and the darkest black, with a rich panel that stretches delicately from one to the other. Sky blue , royal blue, navy blue, cobalt blue, midnight blue and all their variations are available to your eyes and preferences.
- A reason: A great way to add structure, verticality or consistency to an outfit, pattern is an element to consider to enhance an ensemble. On our blue shirts, thin and wide stripes , small and large tiles , flea's feet , houndstooth And gingham proudly carry out this mission, to serve you.
Our ode to the blue shirt
While browsing our permanent offer of blue shirts , you will discover dozens of references in the form of a declaration of love to the one we could call “the rival”.
At the heart of Hast expertise since its creation, they are - like their peers - carefully designed by the best European workshops , and this thanks to noble natural fibers and careful finishes.
Taming the Blue Shirt
It would be an insult to him to reduce the blue shirt to a colored version of its white counterpart. And anyone who sees it as nothing more than an office shirt would surely change their mind when they see this jumble:
An obvious Ivy League inspiration with this button-down collar shirt made from cotton flannel soft and warm. Ideal for combining the casual charm of OCBDs with the comfort expected of any winter piece.
A button-down collar for versatility, a patch pocket on the heart side for structure, cat's eye buttons for the feline side; but above all a spectacular fabric in 100% organic cotton. A difference in tension between the threads provides a stunning slub to this magical canvas , and the white-blue contrast of this chipped shirt imtely takes on the appearance of the Milky Way.
Want to play Gordon Gekko? Just ask our striped poplin shirt with contrasting collar . Guaranteed style.
Rather minimalist? Our blue shirts in double-returned organic cotton poplin will be your best allies. Browse the different collars and patterns we have adorned them with, and let yourself be tempted by the one that suits you best.
Originating from the town of Cambrai in northern France, chambray is a soft, lightweight canvas that exudes personality. A perfect compromise between the smoothness of poplin and the roughness of denim , it offers a great alternative for those who appreciate roughness but are wary of rusticity. Our popover shirt combines this historic fabric and a half-button placket to achieve the zenith of casual elegance.
Made from thicker fabrics, they can also act as overshirts by wrapping around a T-shirt or a thin sweater. This is the case with our plaid flannel shirt , a real lifesaver when the thermometer takes a nosedive.
Another pair of sleeves
Because it subtly combines simplicity and refinement, because it brings a colorful touch to any outfit, because it is childishly easy to combine, because it flatters all skin tones and complexions, because its contrast with dark tones is less shocking than white; for all these reasons and many others, we think that the blue shirt deserves its tiara. Don't you?
