Relaxed fit

The relaxed fit features a box pleat at the back for great freedom of movement. The ideal cut for an everyday style.
At Hast, we designed the cut of our casual shirt to be as comfortable as it is elegant. The back pleat allows for great freedom of movement. This makes it the ideal shirt for a casual style, without compromising on refinement.

The characteristics of a casual shirt

A casual shirt is recognisable by its cut and details. Unlike a dress shirt, a casual shirt enhances the silhouette without hugging the body. The shoulders are ideally highlighted. The collar is rather soft; a stiff collar being reserved for the dress shirt. Our Oxford shirts with a casual cut have a button-down collar, as do our denim or chambray shirts. The cuffs of a casual shirt are generally rounded or straight.

Which fabric should you choose for a casual shirt?

Depending on the fabrics used, the overall look of the shirt will differ. For example:
Linen: this fabric is particularly suited to summer, as it is highly breathable, even more so than cotton. Linen quickly absorbs moisture and dries easily. Cotton: very kind to the skin, it lets it breathe even in hot weather. It is also a very supple fabric. Oxford: with its basket weave, Oxford fabric brings elegance and originality to the shirt. Denim and chambray: the perfect fabrics to wear to work or at the weekend, for a workwear-inspired style.

How to wear a casual shirt well?

Do not hesitate to play with contrasts. A casual shirt works perfectly under a sports jacket or cardigan. To accentuate the contrast, you can wear a darker shirt and add a light jacket or waistcoat over it. For example, our blue safari casual shirt is an ideal colour, easy to pair with your outfits. We recommend pairing it with camel, grey or beige chinos. The shirt’s casual cut, combined with a button-down collar, ensures a perfect fit and great freedom of movement. For an effortless work look, opt for a plain textured chambray shirt and pair it with navy chinos or raw denim jeans. Do not overlook our casual denim shirt. We recommend our denim shirt with a band collar. This shirt is a real asset for a look that is both polished and casual. Our denim stands out for its unique wash, developed with the Italian specialist Albiate. The great advantage of this shirt is that it pairs perfectly with any outfit. Do not hesitate to wear it with chinos or jeans in another shade. The band collar makes it a timeless shirt that is very easy to wear.