No matter if it’s casual weekend attire or formal office wear, a checked shirts offer many ways to express yourself style-wise. From timeless and traditional to trendy and avant-garde looks, this versatile wardrobe piece suits any lifestyle and personality perfectly.
Follow in the footsteps of celebrities such as Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone by adding an element of style with rolled-up sleeves to your ensemble – it adds extra character and looks chic!
Trends
Milan and beyond’s menswear collections exhibit a relaxed yet refined aesthetic that celebrates carefree living through comfortable textures, straightforward cuts and versatile staples. From laid-back flannel shirts to casual cotton T-shirts with checked prints that can easily be dressed up or down, this season’s collections offer pieces with an easygoing aesthetic that are suitable for any event or season.
Plaids have recently seen an exciting modern revival. Once an essential fall staple, plaids now have more casual edges this spring, as shown by runway shows like Fendi’s pairing of checkered flannel with striped blazer for an eye-catching office or evening out look.
Jordanluca and Kidill embraced plaid’s punk heritage with tartan shirt worn over black pinstriped suit, while The Row’s oversized flannel shacket and Blazy’s grey interpretation of a plaid suit blurred dressy/casual lines.
This spring’s color palette is also lighter and more casual, featuring pastel hues like strawberry, lemon and pistachio that add a playful, summery flair. These gentle hues pair nicely with matching shirts or bolder hues such as burgundy coats for a playful pop of color!
Fabrics
Domestic and international shirt trends tend toward stripes for casual and formal settings. Cotton fabrics or blends of cotton with polyester provide durability and comfort, with other popular choices being chambray, twill and drill cloth also offering durability and style options. Woven with modern machinery ensure high-quality finishes.
Breton stripe shirts featuring white and blue stripes have recently made a comeback, this time with subtle, fine wavy lines that recall waves – an updated take on an age-old classic with an up-to-date appeal. Other classic looks that have seen new life include shetland looks in precious jaspe with space dyed yarns that fade stripes on linen twill, leno lace fabrics that recall tricot, leno lace fabrics recalling tricot, subdued jacquaards featuring irregular yarns in natural hues reimaginings; while classics such as shetland look have seen new life as well.
Other top trends in shirts include shearling collars that add extra warmth in cold weather shirts and off-the-shoulder styles that showcase your shoulders in summer. Both styles are versatile enough to wear both at work and on a weekend getaway getaway.
Satin fabric reflects light beautifully with its shimmery surface and shimmery sheen, and comes in various colors and finishes – making it the ideal choice for formal or casual shirts alike. Designers especially favor it due to its luxurious feel; additionally it comes in various weaves (both woven and knitted) making it suitable for creating all kinds of garments.
Styles
As we head toward summer beach getaways, nautical motifs – no doubt inspired by weekend beach trips – become ever more prevalent, key looks for spring/summer 2025 will include buoyant cotton skirts/dresses/outerwear adorned with resurgent sailor stripes will include buoyant cotton skirts/dresses/outerwear with vibrant sailor stripes set to emerge as key looks for spring summer 2025. Trends like nautical netting details inspired by lifeguard-inspired lifeguard-inspired details plus swimsuits/outerwear are key trends worth keeping an eye out for. Suede will likely emerge as one stand-out trend this year too, appearing across accessories in larger shapes as well as skirts/outerwear matching sets that feature suede jacket/pant combos (think suede blazer/pant combo).
Reviving classic tailoring codes is also anticipated, with Valentino featuring a peplum shape nipped at its center, Tory Burch featuring exaggerated cowl necks and Bottega Veneta offering oversized take blazers to update classic looks for the new season. Saint Laurent showcased full suiting while Valentino featured romantic polka-dotted suits paired with matching mini dresses ideal for romantic evening outs.
With high-low styling inspired by Carrie Bradshaw or simply amplifying feminine silhouettes in mind, drapey fabrics such as chiffon and lace offer an eye-catching contrast against denim or casual track pants, as demonstrated by Kate Moss at last year’s Miu Miu show, when she graced its runway wearing an eye-catching sky blue crosshatched check shirt with centre parted hair.
Accessories
Accessories make the difference, and in 2025 statement pieces have taken over fashion. From large jewelry pieces to eco-friendly fashion items, these statement pieces are certain to stand out this season.
Plaids made their debut on menswear runways for Spring/Summer 2025 and they’re an ideal way to add personality to your look. When selecting your plaid pattern – be it cherry lacquer red or butter yellow checks – be mindful of its effect when selecting an ensemble – for instance a bold blue Madras shirt could remind someone of an LL Bean catalog man, or could bring memories of Daisy Duke from The Dukes of Hazzard or skinny Kurt Cobain on stage with Nirvana.
Oversized hats were seen everywhere on the runway this spring season and added a dramatic flair to any ensemble. From dramatic fascinators to wide-brimmed hats, these accessories provide the perfect way to stay fashionable this spring while protecting against harsh sunlight rays.
Medicine bags (also referred to as satchels or bowling bags) were an extremely fashionable trend in SS2025, offering ample space for your essentials while on-the-go. You’ll find styles from designer labels like Hermes, Louis Vuitton and Stella McCartney; alternatively you could opt for leather totes from Bottega Veneta or Jil Sander.
