What an oxford shirt is
Oxford cloth is a basketweave: threads grouped and crossed in pairs, which gives the surface its small, visible texture. It is softer and more relaxed than poplin, so an oxford shirt looks right with jeans as well as with trousers.
Tucked or untucked
Tucked in with chinos or trousers it is smart enough for the office; worn out over denim it is a weekend shirt. Most of the range is photographed both ways.
Which colour first
Classic white and light blue are the two every wardrobe starts with. Navy and charcoal are the darker workhorses; deep wine, deep teal and olive are the colours that make a plain outfit look chosen.
Choosing your size
The shirts are a regular fit, sold in S to XXL. Choose by the shoulders, and let the body sit easy so the shirt looks as good worn out as tucked in.
Common questions
What is an oxford shirt?
A shirt woven from oxford cloth, a basketweave with a soft, slightly textured surface. It sits between formal and casual and suits both trousers and jeans.
Can I wear an oxford shirt to the office?
Yes. Tucked in, in white, light blue, navy or charcoal, an oxford shirt is office wear. Worn untucked over jeans it is a weekend shirt.
Should an oxford shirt be tucked in?
Either works. Tuck it in with trousers or chinos; leave it out over jeans for a relaxed look.
How do I wash an oxford shirt?
Machine wash cold with similar colours, do not bleach, dry in the shade and iron warm. Oxford cloth softens with every wash.
How do Bemount oxford shirts fit?
A regular fit with room through the body. Choose your usual size by the shoulders.
