The Oxford cloth button down
It’s best to stick with neutral colors for your Oxford
Of course, the two most popular and versatile colors are white and light blue.
But you don’t have to stop there. Olive, black, navy, grey—and if you want to be a little adventurous, pink—are all excellent looks for the OCBD.
So if you’re looking to pick up a piece that classes up casual and takes the edge off of business attire, check out our six favorite Oxford cloth button downs.
The Best Budget OCBD options
My #1 favorite budget OCBD? Uniqlo
It’s hard to find a better value for an Oxford
You might be able to time it right and find a killer deal somewhere else, but year-round, Uniqlo offers a solid
100% cotton with an excellent cut and generous button-down collar
Barron’s had a few Uniqlo oxfords for five or six years, and they still look new. Considering the longevity and the price, we recommend picking up a few of these for your casual wardrobe.
Every guy would do well to have a white oxford
And with Uniqlo, you can score both without breaking the bank.
My Favorite Mid-Range OCBD Options
Best mid-range oxford shirt #1: Kamakura Shirts
Kamakura
Japanese-produced, fine quality dress shirts made from 100% cotton, non-fused interlining, natural shell buttons, and single needle seams
This white oxford
While many oxford
Best mid-range oxford shirt #2: Everlane
Everlane has an extensive range of color options — all true to their philosophy of making timeless, minimalist clothing.
"We made this oxford in a premium Japanese fabric that’s slow-spun for a soft hand that looks great. Pairs just as well with your work trousers as your weekend denim." –Everlane
It’s hard to choose any two items from Everlane that wouldn’t work well together, and their Japanese OCBD is no exception.
THE BEST Luxe OCBDs… oh yeah baby
Best luxe oxford shirt #1: Todd Snyder
Japanese Selvedge cotton is widely regarded as some of the nicest fabric you can put on your body. So Todd Snyder made a range of oxford
"Made the old fashioned way on a vintage loom our collection of Selvedge Shirts are detailed with a classic button-down collar and utility chest pocket. Impeccably woven with Japanese selvedge oxford cloth for an exquisitely soft feel that's meant to get better with age." –TS
Of all our luxe options, Todd Snyder is the most relaxed. While many high-end OCBD makers focus just on the classic white and blue oxford
Best luxe oxford shirt #2: Brooks Brothers
Brooks Brothers have been setting the standard for classic style forever.
No seriously. They made Abe Lincoln’s favorite suit.
"The shirt that started a revolution in menswear started at Brooks Brothers, and we've brought it back home along with several authentic details: Signature rolled collar, genuine mother-of-pearl buttons, as well as gussets along the side seams, made from American-grown Supima® cotton and crafted in our North Carolina workrooms." –Brooks Brothers
Choose either white or blue in this high-end oxford
Needless to say, this is definitely a more “dressed up” OCBD better suited to a professional setting, or in a sophisticated business casual wardrobe.
Best luxe oxford shirt #3: Gitman
Gitman’s been making some of the best OCBDs for over 40 years.
"Our interpretation of this enduring classic is offered with a button down collar, barrel cuffs and a single breast pocket. If ever there was one shirt to see you through the workday and into the weekend, this is it." –Gitman
This classic is a little more relaxed compared to Brooks Brothers, yet the quality of the cloth and construction is fantastic. They even have an extensive style and fit guide worth scrolling through.
Finally, don’t forget to add a monogram for that special, unique touch.
Looking to build a minimalist wardrobe?
If you want to build a lean, versatile wardrobe that makes it easy to put together great outfits every day, check out our Minimalist Wardrobe Guide.