If You Don't Have a Denim Shirt Yet, What’s Stopping You?

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There's no disputing the denim shirt is an icon. Suffice to say if there's one piece of classic Americana actually worthy of the title, it just might be the—often blue, always sexy—denim button-up.

A reputation for versatility has to be earned, and rest assured: the denim shirt didn't cut any corners. Can you wear one during the week? Of course. Can you wear one on the weekends? You bet. Can you wear one on those days when you oversleep, check your phone in a panic, and then wonder why no one's online yet before remembering it's, like, Memorial Day or something? Yes. That's exactly when you should wear one. And some of our favorite brands are giving you styles perfect for these occasions.

So this spring, why not throw on a denim shirt, roll up those sleeves, and then ready yourself to be bombarded by all the commoners dying to know where they can cop your fit. Well, that's dramatic, but you get the point. Now that we've convinced you of the style, take your pick from one of the best 16 shirts. America, baby. At least we still do denim right.

BeanFlex Denim Shirt

With a traditional fit and two chest pockets, the Bean abides. Don't tuck it in, though.

Alberni Denim Button-Up Shirt

Light-wash denim is perfect for the summery seasons ahead. Opt for the full Canadian tuxedo with a pair of jeans to match.

Denim Snap Shirt

Big savings on an even bigger denim shirt chock full of the type of details you typically see on a style four times its price.

Relaxed Fit Western Shirt

It's only natural that Levi's would make one of the best denim shirts out there today. An all-American icon.

Denim Button-Up Shirt

This one almost passes as a dress shirt, with an indigo wash that's so sleek. Oh yeah, and it's sustainably made, so we love it even more.

Bone Button Western Shirt

Simple, streamlined, and always in style. Choose from four washes, or don't choose, and get one of each.

Japanese Denim Overshirt

Todd Snyder's Japanese denim shirt is proof that when you want to give an American icon an elegant upgrade, you simply turn to the fabric maestros in Italy (and Japan).

Shoals Denim Shirt

A brand staple since 2004, Billy Reid's denim shirt has slightly offset pockets, antique brass snaps, and a soft denim fabric that only gets better with each wash. It's a classic for a reason.

Elias Shirt Jacket

AG Jeans is known for producing some of the best quality denim on the market. It should come to no surprise that its denim shirts are equally as stellar, as seen by this leatherette-coated style. Throw on some combat boots, and you are ready to hit the road.

Denim Shirt

This guy is a little different than the others. If you haven't spotted why, just check out the short buttoning making it a pullover style. It's a little more casual—something to toss on over a T-shirt or tank.

Denim One Pocket Shirt

This slim-fit button down from Buck Mason is quality you can trust. The single scallop pocket is a subtle touch.

Eternal Logo-Appliquéd Denim Shirt

Dubbed the "Eternal" shirt, Fear of God strikes longevity with this simple silhouette. The faded wash gives a worn-in feel, almost as if it's just been sitting around your grandpa's closet for the past few decades and are just brushing off the dust now.

Hudson Perry Denim Sport Shirt

A denim shirt from the pros. It's the sport shirt that we would not recommend working out in. Treat it with some respect.

Parlan Denim Jacket

Wear it as a shirt or a jacket—it's versatile. The black acid wash is as edgy as you can get.

Denim Sport Shirt

The perfectly cut, ultra-soft button-front you should reach for when the time comes for something a little more luxe. Cucinelli strikes again.

Printed Denim Shirt

It's Marni, it's printed, and you need it. Well, that third one is optional, but between the sporty silhouette and the washed out cursive, you won't be far behind.

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