The Belstaff Scale Shirt in Navy Cotton is a versatile, durable garment designed for adult males seeking a blend of classic style and everyday comfort. Crafted from garment-dyed cotton twill, this shirt offers a distinctive look and a comfortable feel, making it suitable for various occasions. While its 100% cotton composition ensures breathability and softness, proper care is essential to maintain its color and shape over time.
Point Collar: A classic and refined collar design that offers a smart, versatile look, suitable for both casual and more dressed-up occasions.
Long Sleeve: Provides coverage and can be worn rolled up for a casual feel or buttoned down for a more formal appearance.
Centre Front Button Fastening: Ensures easy wear and a secure closure, characteristic of traditional shirt design.
Signature Tilted Flap Pocket: A distinctive design element that adds utilitarian style and a touch of uniqueness to the shirt's aesthetic, located on the chest.
Adjustable Buttoned Cuff: Allows for a customized fit around the wrist, enhancing comfort and tailoring the sleeve length.
Belstaff Phoenix Patch on Sleeve: The iconic brand emblem, subtly stitched onto the sleeve, signifying authenticity and heritage.
Garment Dyed Cotton Twill: The shirt is constructed from 100% cotton twill that has been dyed after being sewn, resulting in a rich, nuanced color and a soft, broken-in feel from the first wear.
Comfortable Material: Made from 100% cotton twill, offering breathability and softness for all-day wear.
Versatile Style: The classic design with modern details makes it suitable for a wide range of settings, from casual outings to smart-casual events.
Durable Construction: Cotton twill is known for its strength and ability to withstand regular wear.
Distinctive Brand Detailing: Features like the tilted flap pocket and Belstaff Phoenix patch add unique character and brand recognition.
Garment-Dyed Finish: Provides a rich, unique color depth and a softer, lived-in feel right away.
Requires Specific Care: As a 100% cotton garment, it may require careful washing and drying to prevent shrinkage or fading.
Prone to Wrinkling: Cotton can wrinkle easily, requiring ironing or steaming for a crisp look.
Limited Stretch: 100% cotton offers less stretch compared to blended fabrics, which might affect mobility for some activities.
Comfortable Material: Made from 100% cotton twill, offering breathability and softness for all-day wear.
Versatile Style: The classic design with modern details makes it suitable for a wide range of settings, from casual outings to smart-casual events.
Durable Construction: Cotton twill is known for its strength and ability to withstand regular wear.
Distinctive Brand Detailing: Features like the tilted flap pocket and Belstaff Phoenix patch add unique character and brand recognition.
Garment-Dyed Finish: Provides a rich, unique color depth and a softer, lived-in feel right away.
Requires Specific Care: As a 100% cotton garment, it may require careful washing and drying to prevent shrinkage or fading.
Prone to Wrinkling: Cotton can wrinkle easily, requiring ironing or steaming for a crisp look.
Limited Stretch: 100% cotton offers less stretch compared to blended fabrics, which might affect mobility for some activities.
The Belstaff Scale Shirt is designed for everyday versatility and enduring style. Its 100% cotton twill fabric ensures comfort and breathability, making it an excellent choice for transitional weather or as a layering piece.
Real-world Applications:
Casual Wear: Pair it with jeans or chinos for a relaxed yet polished look for weekend outings, coffee runs, or casual gatherings.
Smart-Casual Occasions: Buttoned up or layered over a t-shirt, it can be dressed up with tailored trousers or dark denim for dinners, casual business meetings, or evening events.
Layering: Its medium weight makes it ideal for layering over a light t-shirt or under a jacket or vest during cooler months, providing warmth without bulk.
Travel: The durable cotton twill stands up well to travel, though it may require a quick iron or steam upon arrival to remove wrinkles.
The garment-dyed finish contributes to a soft hand-feel and a visually rich color that can develop a unique patina over time with wear and washing. The adjustable cuffs allow for easy rolling up of sleeves for a more relaxed look or practical tasks, while the signature tilted pocket adds a functional yet stylish detail.
As a shirt, there is no specific 'setup' required. Simply unpackage and try on. Consider washing before first wear according to care instructions to ensure comfort and color fastness.
This shirt's classic navy hue and cotton twill material make it highly compatible with a wide array of wardrobe staples:
Bottoms: Pairs well with blue, black, or grey jeans, chinos, corduroys, or even tailored wool trousers.
Outerwear: Can be comfortably worn under leather jackets, denim jackets, overshirts, or blazers.
Footwear: Complements sneakers, boots, loafers, or smart casual shoes.
Layering: Ideal for layering over a plain t-shirt or under a fine-gauge knit sweater.
Proper care is crucial to maintain the quality, color, and fit of your Belstaff Scale Shirt. As it is 100% cotton and garment-dyed, pay close attention to the following:
Check the Care Label: Always refer to the specific washing and drying instructions on the garment's internal care label first. These instructions supersede general advice.
Washing: Generally, wash cotton garments in cold water on a gentle cycle. Washing inside out can help preserve the color, especially for garment-dyed items. Use a mild detergent. Avoid bleach.
Info needed: Specific wash temperature if different from cold, or if machine wash is restricted to hand wash.
Drying: Air drying is highly recommended for cotton to prevent shrinkage and maintain shape. Lay flat or hang to dry. If using a dryer, tumble dry on low heat only and remove promptly to minimize wrinkles and shrinkage.
Info needed: Specific tumble dry temperature or if tumble drying is not recommended.
Ironing: Cotton can be ironed at a medium to high heat setting while slightly damp or with steam to remove wrinkles. Iron inside out to protect the color.
Storage: Hang the shirt on a good quality hanger to maintain its shape and prevent creases.