There’s so many types of white shirts…what are the subtle differences? And which do we recommend?
You’ve got him his pants, but now he needs his shirts. And like most moms, you’re only considering non-irons shirts as they save loads and loads of work.
Wash. Hang. Done. Note: Non-Iron shirts never go in the drier. Hang when wet for best results.
Non-iron shirts are treated to be able to get their stiffer, smoother quality. But even within non-iron, there are different fits and fabrics. We turned to His Place to explain the differences in the shirts they offer (and since we have a lot of boys between us, we can vouch that they’re really great shirts).
- For boys, most shirts come in slim, classic, and husky in sizes 4 through 20.
- Some of these are also available for men (for other men’s shirts, click here). For another post on our recommendations for men’s shirts, see this post (there’s not currently a sale running).
Edited to add: TO does not take returns from shirts that are open.
1. The Green Label Shirt. Available in mens and boys sizes. This is the basic non-iron shirt in 100% cotton at the best price point at $33. Since we first featured these shirts, the fabric has been updated and upgraded! Besides for the quality getting an upgrade, the shirt is also now tapered which has greatly improved the fit.
Fabric: These shirts feature a twill fabric.
Fit: The Green Label is available in three fits: A slim fit, which in this shirt is a very regular fit that suits a wide range of boys. Classic and Husky styles are also available.
2. The Blue Label Shirt. These shirts, which are priced slightly higher, have taping in the seams, so there’s no puckering and a nicer finish.
Fabric: The Blue Labels feature a dressy pinpoint fabric which is dressy.
Fit: These shirts run more generously than any of the others. The classic fit runs very generously, and the husky is larger than the other Green and Purple Label shirts. The slim is a true slim (just a little less slim than the green and purple).
Men: The Blue Label shirts are also available in Men’s sizes here.
Fabric: These shirts are made with a top quality twill fabric.
Fit: These feature a slimmer fit. Even the classic and husky will have a neat look.
Men: The Purple Label shirts are also available in Men’s sizes here.
4. The Stretch Shirt. Brand New: Yes, there’s now a stretch shirt too! They’re great for boys who want to look neat but still be able to move around.
Fabric and Fit: There’s 4% spandex woven into the shirt, which offers just a little give, while still maintaining the look and feel of a dress shirt. These shirts feature a slim fit, similar to the Purple Label.
5. The Gold Label. (Some sized in stock. Restock coming in November 2023). Comes in mens and boys sizes. This (pricier at $69) shirt is a runaway favorite. It’s a “super stretch” shirt that looks like a shirt, but feels like a t-shirt! Perfect for those days that he needs to be active but still look dressed.
Fabric: It’s made from a knit stretch in cotton. It’s not non-iron. Dry cleaning is recommended (although we’ve washed these in the machine and hung dry with no problem).
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C says
I was looking for a white weekday shirt that’s not iron (but is more an oxford weekday style / material) for my Bar Mitzvah boy who has to wear them to school. Are these shirts in the article all dressy shabbos? Do you have an idea of a non iron weekday white shirt?
Thanks
M says
Ai stone makes a pinpoint oxford non iron shirt which looks great on the boys.
Rifky says
I am also looking for white everyday shirts. Something more breathable then an Oxford so they can be comfortable during recess.
Rb says
What about ai stone shirts, how do they compare to these? My kids have them and we love them. Also ships out of town from a website,..
C says
AI Stone has been out of many sizes, so was looking for another option.
rachel says
i love the alviso and they are pretty cheap on shirtstop usually $25 range
E says
Any insights on AI Stone vs Alviso vs TO?
Dinah says
Not naming any brands but anyone out there finds that these non iron shirts attract stains? Or my boys so rough on their stuff?
Leah Stern says
Do you have a link for non iron colored/patterned shirts for 6th graders who need to wear collar button down to yeshiva but don’t need to wear white shirts?
rivky says
shirt sleeve makes great non iron shirt too. i buy the silver label shirt for around 30 dollars. great non iron. plus if your bar mitzva boy wants to pull them down over his teffilin they are not too narrow for that. They also make a husky size that fits fuller people too.
https://theshirtsleeve.com/
have a location in seagull square, lakewood.