Best casual shirts to check out: Patterned shirts are the easiest shortcut to a “styled” look—because the print does the work while the rest of the outfit stays simple. H&M India’s men’s shirt range includes casual options built for everyday wear, from checks and flannel-inspired styles to more playful prints.
5 casual shirt picks on H&M India
These picks have been curated from H&M India’s men’s casual shirts section, focusing on patterns that pop without feeling costume-y—checks, stripes, and easy resort-style prints. The most wearable move is to pick one statement shirt and keep everything else neutral (black jeans, blue denim, white sneakers).
These five shirts/overshirts cover three very different roles: a textured “outer layer” (corduroy, padded flannel), a normal flannel shirt (mid-layer), and two warm-weather shirts (seersucker, resort). The best pick depends on whether the outfit needs warmth and structure (overshirt lane) or breathability (seersucker/resort lane).
What each piece does best
CORDUROY OVERSHIRT (1309685002, dusty green) is the most versatile outer layer because corduroy adds texture without looking bulky, and it can be worn open over a tee or zipped for a cleaner line. Style guides often describe cord overshirts as easy to dress up or down depending on the trousers and shoes.
OVERSIZED FIT FLANNEL OVERSHIRT (1296213001, checked; lightly padded with quilted lining) is the warmest-looking option here, and it behaves closer to a light jacket than a normal shirt. Overshirt guides generally recommend keeping layers simple underneath (tee/thermal/hoodie) so the oversized, padded silhouette doesn’t feel overly bulky.
RELAXED FIT FLANNEL SHIRT (1289476006, checked) is the easiest mid-layer: it works buttoned up like a shirt or worn open like a light overshirt. It’s less insulated than the padded overshirt, so it’s better for indoor AC, mild evenings, or as a layering step under a jacket.
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REGULAR FIT SEERSUCKER SHIRT (1315934001, dark brown) is the heat-friendly long-sleeve option because seersucker’s puckered texture is designed to sit slightly away from the skin, improving airflow. Seersucker is widely described as breathable and low-maintenance because the texture is meant to look naturally crinkled.
REGULAR FIT TEXTURED RESORT SHIRT (1273693004, beige/brown stripes) is the most casual-summer piece, mainly due to the resort collar and short sleeves. It’s an easy match for cargos, relaxed jeans, or shorts when the goal is “vacation casual” rather than layered streetwear.
Quick picks (based on where you’re going)
- For concerts or evening outings: corduroy overshirt or the padded flannel overshirt, depending on temperature.
- For everyday casual layering: relaxed flannel shirt (easier to carry and tie around the waist than a padded piece).
- For hot weather: seersucker shirt (long sleeves but breathable) or the resort shirt (short sleeves).
