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Pattern Recognition: The Best (Non-Floral) Men’s Printed Shirts Right Now

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Right this very moment, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve got a printed shirt of the “flower power” variety hanging in your closet. That is to say, a bold, floral-printed short-sleeve shirt for summer.

And, while there’s nothing wrong with that, there are plenty of other ways to refresh your style for spring and summer on the shirting front. Mix up patterns, try a micro-print, throw in some stripes —this year’s crop of the best men’s short-sleeve shirts (sans floral patterns) are a surefire way to stand out subtly this season. They’re barbecue-ready, they can be worn to the office under a navy cotton blazer, and they’re going to turn heads (the right way) at your next rooftop happy hour. You just need to start by finding the right one for you.

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Best Men’s Printed Shirts for Spring and Summer 2019

O.N.S. Clothing Ryde Camp Collar Shirt
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Luxurious takes on men’s basics are what O.N.S Clothing is all about, and in fact, the brand’s basics are far from boring. The humble short-sleeve shirt gets a serious upgrade in the form of the Ryde Camp Collar Shirt, made from a cotton-linen blend and featuring a boxy (but not overly baggy) fit.

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Life After Denim Short Sleeve Parrot Print Shirt
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Life After Denim is all about, well, so much more than denim. The brand’s Parrot Print Shirt is far from your average short-sleeve shirt. The pattern is subtle enough to stand out quietly, and it’s far from boring. In short, it’s an upgrade over wearing a plain T-shirt to the bar.

Howler Brothers Sunset Scout Shirt
Howler Brothers Scout Shirt
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If you’re wearing a short-sleeve shirt, you’re likely thinking about taking it easy, but what if you’re looking for a particularly adventure-minded short-sleeve shirt? That’s where the Howler Brothers Sunset Scout Shirt comes into play, made with textured cotton and a classic camp collar, wear it for a day at the beach or a day manning the grill.

Kenny Flowers The Napple Short Sleeve Shirt
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What’s a short-sleeve shirt without having a little fun in terms of pattern, right? That’s what Kenny Flowers does, and we think you should follow suit by breaking out the Napple Shirt, a handsome limited-edition shirt made in Bali. Wear it, and channel some of that tropical energy for your next evening on the town.

Reyn Spooner Eye See U Camp Shirt Japanese Spun Rayon
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Turn toward a true innovator when it comes to stylish, iconic short-sleeve shirts. We love the use of authentic Japanese-spun rayon and the easygoing-yet-polished camp collar. Wear these with light tan chinos and leather loafers for an added dose of luxury.

If you’re a diehard floral fan and these staid patterns don’t offer enough life for you, check out our favorite Hawaiian shirts.

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Beau Hayhoe
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