Country shirts are the perfect attire to ensure comfort and style when relaxing in the country or . Whatever you are up to, you can rest assured that donning a country shirt, whether it is with wellies and an oversized raincoat or with some casual slacks for a BBQ, will give you certain edge when it comes to style. Farmers have been wearing functional items for hundreds of years, but it is only more recently that people have realised that not only do country shirts better suit the activities you are likely to participate in at the weekends, but they also look good too. So you can stay right on trend, whatever you are doing and wherever you are going.

Tweed

Originally designed as a way to identify those living or working on country estates, tweed has become a big style symbol for the modern man. It is a very popular option for both casual jackets and suits. It’s the perfect accompaniment to men’s country shirts, and  there are plenty of different shades and styles to choose from.

The Flat Cap

Recently, the flat cap has become a popular item in the wardrobe of many celebrities, from Michael Fassbender to Daniel Craig. It is no wonder the average man on the street wants to follow suit. This is one trend which looks set to continue long into the future. Wearing a flat cap with a country shirt is effortlessly appealing. What better way to protect yourself from the elements?

The Country Check Shirt

No longer simply about how it wears, but how it looks too, the country shirt features heavily in the wardrobes of most men today. There, is of course, a rural version which offers benefits such as protection from adverse weather conditions. For those who are simply looking for a shirt to break from the monotony of the crisp white office shirt at the weekends, the country shirt in a range of styles and patterns gets a big thumbs-up. Choose from checked, striped or plain and from a wide range of different materials – the country shirt has a whole lot more scope than it did back in the day.

Take a look at our range of country shirts online today.

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