Summer
Breathability
Lightweight poplin, cotton voile or linen-cotton depending on the level of formality desired.
Style guide · Atelier Mesure, Paris 7th
White summer shirt
The most useful foundation under a summer suit: cool, crisp and precisely fitted to remain elegant without excessive heat.
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Introduction
A white summer shirt must be lightweight without becoming transparent, breathable without losing its structure, and precise enough to stay in place under a jacket. We tailor the cut, collar height, cuffs and fabric to your intended use: ceremony, office, travel or a more relaxed outfit with a summer suit. Three ways to wear the white shirt in summer.
Fit
Clean cut
A shirt that does not pull at the shoulders and stays tucked throughout the day.
Style
Adapted collar
Italian, semi-spread or button-down collar depending on the suit, tie and context.
Under a Wedding Suit
NuptialThe white shirt is the absolute foundation of any wedding outfit. In a lightweight summer version, it keeps you cool and elegant from the ceremony right through to the end of the evening without visible marks or discomfort.
Summer Office
ProfessionalWhen the air conditioning is no longer enough and temperatures climb, the white shirt in fine poplin or cotton-linen remains your professional ally. It maintains your impeccable image while managing heat effectively.
Terrace Dinners
DiningFor summer dinners outdoors, the white shirt worn with an open collar and well-cut trousers embodies Mediterranean elegance. It catches the twilight and projects a natural assurance.
Outdoor Ceremonies
CeremonyGarden christenings, summer communions, secular outdoor ceremonies: the white summer shirt in linen or fine cotton offers the right balance between respecting the occasion and adapting to high temperatures.
Sunday Brunch
WeekendThe white linen shirt, sleeves rolled up, collar open, worn with chinos or elegant bermuda shorts, is the uniform of the refined Parisian brunch. Relaxed without ever being careless, it says everything about your sense of style.
Summer Travel
TravelThe white shirt in crease-resistant fabric is the centrepiece of the summer suitcase. It folds without marking, dries quickly after washing and adapts from a fine-dining restaurant to a seaside stroll.
Summer Cocktails & Receptions
ReceptionFor summer cocktails where a full suit would be excessive, the perfectly cut white shirt with dress trousers constitutes an outfit in its own right. The made-to-measure fit gives it an allure that stands on its own.
Garden Party & Country Events
CountrySummer outdoor events call for a shirt that breathes and remains radiant in the sun. White linen or cotton-linen offers that perfectly calibrated relaxed elegance for gardens and country estates.
Fabric types
White reveals the quality of the fabric. Choose a material that remains opaque, soft and stable after multiple washes.
- Lightweight poplinFormal
- Smooth, crisp and ideal under a ceremonial suit.
- Lightweight OxfordSmart casual
- Slightly more textured, well suited to a less formal style.
- Linen-cottonCool
- More breathable, with a distinctly summery appearance.
Frequently asked questions
Before you begin.
Linen, lightweight cotton, fine poplin or breathable Oxford are the most suitable choices. The fabric should remain cool, opaque and crisp enough to transition from the summer office to an evening reception.
Pure white suits weddings, cocktails and formal professional settings. Ecru softens the contrast and works very well with light suits in beige, sand or summer blue.
A made-to-measure shirt starts from EUR 150. The final price depends on the fabric, collar, cuffs and finishes selected.
Allow 4 to 5 weeks between the consultation with measurements, the fitting and the delivery. For a wedding or outdoor ceremony, it is best to place your order well in advance.
The consultation and measurement appointment defines the cut, fabric, collar and cuffs. The fitting checks comfort and drape before final delivery.
Create your white summer shirts
Choose a cut, collar and fabric suited to your summer suits.
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