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Ah, summer. The season of sandals and shorts and swimming, of humid air and noisy AC units. 'Tis the season for camp collar shirts, fellas. A casual alternative to the button-down, with a single, one-piece spread collar.

Let me write a quick love letter to the camp collar shirt—the beautiful, elevated basic to carry you through your summer days. It's stylish, whether you have one in a plain color or a cool print. And, speaking of, it's a gorgeously broad category: you can find camp collar shirts of the linen or cotton varieties, of silk or satin, fit for daytime events or dressier, nighttime vibes. The shirt is laidback by nature, but versatile enough to be dressy, if the occasion calls for it—pair with loafers or dress shoes, and you're in.

Every menswear designer makes a variation—that should tell you how much of a staple they are. And if you don't believe me, just scroll and see for yourself; I doubt there'll be an option you don't like for this season.

Camp Collar Button-Up Shirt

Summer is the definitive time for splashy, colorful prints.

Edd Stripe Short Sleeve Button-Up

Or, you can go the classic route, with a nice, easy stripe.

Piqué Camp-Collar Shirt

With double chest pockets, this classy shirt is a combination of functional and fashionable.

Camp-Collar Printed Twill Shirt

A unique, nature-y print makes this a definitive outdoor vibe.

Short Sleeve Summerweight Shirt

Wear unbuttoned over a white tank or buttoned with nothing under, and you're good to go either way.

'Le Sirenuse' by Paolo Sandulli

What says summer more than a splashy, fresco-esque print? With contrast hems on soft twill, this is one of the coolest camp collar shirts on the market.

Casual Camp Collar Shirt

Lightweight and billowy, this option will keep you cool even as summer is heating up.

Desert Camp Shirt

A tricolor basic, perfect for festivals, barbecues, the beach—any adventure the season calls for.

Wornwell S/S Camp Shirt

No frills, no fuss. A basic staple.

Floral Notched Collar Camp Shirt

With a unique floral pattern, this abstract shirt is exactly what the season calls for.

Traveler Buttonup Shirt

It may match your beach towel, but is that really a bad thing?

Mattole Ramskull Shirt

For a day to night piece, there's no going wrong with a textured, dark look.

Airing Easy Camp Collar Shirt

Moisture-wicking fabric and a thin material make this the ultimate pick for those hot summer days.

York Camp Collar Short Sleeve Shirt

This one is especially good for layering, being a neutral white; it also works just as well on its own.

Travis Camp-Collar Printed Crepe Shirt

In a luxe crepe material, this chevron-printed shirt is at once classy and cool.

Osbourne Piped Camp Shirt

The satiny feel of pajamas, but the put-together look of a button-down.

Open Collar Short Sleeve Shirt

Neutral without being boring, this subtly floral shirt is your go-to when you just don't know what else to wear.

Green Plain Viscose Shirt

With white buttons and a small pocket, this green camp collar shirt has everything you need for the season.

Camp-Collar Seersucker Shirt

It is, after all, tie-dye season, is it not?

Knit Easy Short-Sleeve Camp Shirt

A thin knit elevates this camp collar shirt to the next level of durability and softness.

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