With such a historic pedigree, what makes a Charvet shirt a sartorial must-have? Imagine a crisp, pure white all-cotton shirt ...

The pure white colour of the cloth fulfilled masculine ideals of resolute austerity and only a person of substantial prosperity could afford to have their shirts washed frequently and to own ...

The pure white color of the cloth fulfilled masculine ideals of resolute austerity and only a person of substantial prosperity could afford to have their shirts washed frequently and to own enough ...

Stay cool and look fine in these soft cotton shirts from Myntra. From checks to plain styles, these picks are great for today ...

And, it comes in a pure, crisp white as opposed to a faded off-white color. While not the most sophisticated shirt out there, a simple Hanes T-shirt does the job. Despite its low price ...

You could also wear it under a blazer or sweater vest for a workwear look. Since I ordered the shirt in pure white, I know I'll be able to wear it with a variety of outfits for years to come.

White shirts belong in the menswear big leagues ... a reasonable RRP – from £85 for an Oxford shirt to £150 for a pure cashmere jumper.

Sign us up. A straight-cut, crew-neck T-shirt is a versatile addition to any wardrobe. It’s made from pure cotton for extra breathability, this one will stay bright white for longer. Amazon ...