Oxford Dress Shirts | Tailored Shirts

What makes oxford cloth different from other shirt fabrics?

The weave. Oxford uses a basket weave where multiple threads cross over each other, creating a thicker, more textured fabric than smooth poplin or twill. This gives it a casual, durable character that works year-round.

Is an oxford shirt casual or formal?

It bridges the gap. With a button-down collar and chinos, it's smart-casual. Under a jacket with trousers, it's business-casual. It's one of the most versatile shirts you can own—less formal than poplin, more polished than flannel.

What is an OCBD?

Oxford Cloth Button-Down—the classic combination of oxford fabric with a button-down collar. It's a menswear staple that originated at Brooks Brothers and remains the gold standard for smart-casual shirts.

What colors work best for oxford shirts?

Light blue and white are the essentials—they pair with everything. Pink, ecru, and light gray add variety. The basket weave texture gives even solid colors a subtle visual interest that smooth fabrics lack.

What's the difference between this page and the oxford shirt landing?

This page shows pre-designed oxford shirt styles you can customise. The oxford shirt landing lets you design one entirely from scratch—choosing weight, collar, and every detail yourself.