So where can I get a decent casual OCBDs these days without breaking the bank? I was all set to buy some at Lands End, but it looks like their OCBDs have stretch fabric now. Spier & Mackay don't have my size. Anywhere else I should check?
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This is a subject near and dear to my heart, but I do wish there were better answers. I'm tall (6'3") and relatively slim (~195-200) so my answers might be slightly biased because of that. (I'm putting all slim fit ones in here, but every branch I mention makes a regular fit one if that's you're thing)
My first answer would be the Amazon Goodthreads. The slim is slim enough, not too long, decent enough weight. They're only ~$25 so it won't be the nicest shirt ever, but I find their fit better than almost everyone else.
Number 2 would be the Everlane slim ones. They have a lightweight one and a more normal one. These would just be a next level of nice, fit is good, and they have some cool colors. Is $60 frugal enough? Up to you, and the 'normal' colors will probably never go on sale.
Number 3 is probably the J Crew ones, but with a caveat. In almost every shirt, I'm a large slim. The large slim in these (and almost every other J crew shirt) is just way too blousy and long, and the medium is way too tight in the shoulders. For some reason the slim untucked fits way better and seems like maybe a half inch shorter in the hem with the sleeves being almost identical to the regular slim from what I can tell.
It also says stretch in the title, but it's 100% cotton and doesn't really feel stretchy in the way you would think too if that's a concern.
Number 4 would be the Ralph Lauren ones with caveat that it has a logo and that could be an immediate deal breaker. The material is pretty nice and they generally go on sale for an extra 30-40% off. They have nice fabric and a nice drape, but again the logo...
So my favorite (and most expensive (and most weird?)) are the Bonobos stretch oxfords https://bonobos.com/products/stretch...irt?color=blue
They are definitely a more casual shirt and have a slightly weird material, but it drapes and feels really nice. Their collar is also a concealed button down which is kind of weird since almost every other casual OCBD has a regular button down collar. My guess is this is not what you are looking for, but I needed to mention it.
One obvious one I'm not including is Uniqlo. In the past, they've had nice ones, but the current iterations are just way way too long. If you have a really long torso or want to tuck them in all the time, definitely take a look.
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Originally posted by thedrake View PostSo where can I get a decent casual OCBDs these days without breaking the bank? I was all set to buy some at Lands End, but it looks like their OCBDs have stretch fabric now. Spier & Mackay don't have my size. Anywhere else I should check?
I know the dryer may prematurely age clothes but how long are people wanting a shirt to last? I have some a few years old without issues.
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Originally posted by alexd3 View PostMy first answer would be the Amazon Goodthreads. The slim is slim enough, not too long, decent enough weight. They're only ~$25 so it won't be the nicest shirt ever, but I find their fit better than almost everyone else.
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A couple of links from searching the forums.
https://threads.dappered.com/showthr...highlight=ocbd
https://threads.dappered.com/showthr...highlight=ocbd
Hope they help.
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Originally posted by Slubby Linen View PostThese look interesting. What size are you in the Goodthreads OCBD? J Crews fits me about like you describe, with M a smidge tight in the shoulders and L needing tailoring to pull in the waist. Wondering how the Goodthreads sizing compares. -thx
The downside is that is not quite as nice as some of the more expensive options and they have limited colors, but you can get them without pockets which is a plus to me.
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Kamakura makes the best for the money in my opinion...they aren’t cheap by any means, but they aren’t going to break the bank.
The materials are great, and if you buy the “sport” version, the cuffs and collars are non-fused. The collar is long enough to make a great roll.
This is the OCBD that you’re looking for...Treat yoself
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Originally posted by MIS997 View PostKamakura makes the best for the money in my opinion...they aren’t cheap by any means, but they aren’t going to break the bank.
The materials are great, and if you buy the “sport” version, the cuffs and collars are non-fused. The collar is long enough to make a great roll.
This is the OCBD that you’re looking for...Treat yoself
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For those who don't mind a stiffer collar and who are reasonably fit, the Nordstrom trim fit house brand is excellent. The 15.5 trim fit is perfect on me. With JCrew, the medium slim is right in the waist but too tight across the shoulders.
I wouldn't wear one casually due to the collar, but for wearing one under a sport coat (or under a sweater at the office), they're great.
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Originally posted by Hebrew Barrister View PostHow is the fit on those Kamakura?
I'm a medium slim in JCrew, medium in BR as well.
However, I did not buy anything from them until I was in New York and could go to their store to try things on. It took me probably 20 minutes in a fitting room, with a staff person bringing me various fits, and various sizes within them, to finally figure out what fit me best. I am on the larger side (6', 200 lbs); I typically wear a 16 neck and a 44 jacket size. I ended up going with the New York Classic in 16/35.5, which is a bit longer sleeve than I usually get, but it wasn't too long. My other Kamakura shirt is from the Vintage Ivy collection (beautiful denim fabric), and in that the XL fits great. (For comparison, I wear XL in J. Crew, and can wear either their slim or classic fit).
I'll also add that if you do have the opportunity to visit their NYC store, everyone is extremely pleasant and helpful. It seems to be a hallmark of how they run the place. Sadly the downtown store at Brookfield Place just closed, but the midtown store (400 Madison) remains open.
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