One of our favorite jeans companies just started making denim shirts
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Mott & BowWhen it comes to everyday wear, few items in your closet can compare to the versatility and reliability of a good pair of jeans.
The Insider Picks team has been a long time fan of Mott & Bow denim. The brand makes one of our favorite pairs of jeans, thanks in part to its impressive Dynamic Stretch technology.
Since our last experience, Mott & Bow has expanded beyond jeans to produce denim shirts made with the same high level of craftsmanship. Available in a lighter denim fabric called the Graham ($89) or a heavier denim fabric called the Wythe ($105), the two styles would be a great addition to the spring wardrobe of a denim fan. They're available in light, medium, and dark blue washes in both button-down and semi-spread collars.
Mott & Bow sent over their new denim shirts so some members of the Insider Picks team could try them. You can check out our thoughts below, and pick one up for yourself here.
Breton Fischetti, senior director of commerce: Graham Semi-Spread Collar in Medium Blue, $89
What I've come to expect from Mott & Bow is all here in this shirt. It's thoughtfully constructed and fits well. The reason I'm so drawn to their jeans, which are the only ones I'm buying from now on, is because they get the fit right for normal people. The pants fit without being too tight, which looks very polished without being trendy. This shirt does the same thing. I like the look of the collar, and the denim color is fun enough to be interesting without veering too heavily into the casual look of most denim shirts. It fits as well as shirts that I've had custom-made for my shape.
This shirt would have a place in almost any guy's rotation, though I don't think you'd want to bust it out on formal occasions or if you're wearing a suit to work.
Tyler Lauletta, commerce reporter: Graham Semi-Spread Collar in Light Blue, $89
My Mott & Bow denim shirt is easily one of the most comfortable shirts I own — granted, I am a true sucker for denim. I’ve gotten into the habit of wearing it around the house after work when I need to wear more than a tee shirt, but still want to feel relaxed. At $89-$105, I can understand if a new shirt from Mott & Bow doesn’t fit into every budget. But if you’re looking to invest in a few new pieces for spring, this is definitely one to check out.
Brandt Ranj, associate commerce editor: Wythe Button-Down Collar in Dark Blue, $105
I would categorize most of the shirts we try at Insider Picks as business attire, which is why Mott & Bow’s shirt was such a welcome departure. Don’t get me wrong, I’ll definitely be wearing this shirt to the office, but I’ll also wear it in more casual situations. The shirt feels great, looks incredible — try the navy option, you won’t be sorry — and manages to walk that formal/casual line with ease. This may have been my first experience with Mott & Bow, but it definitely won’t be my last.