In summary,
This shirt combines Cotonificio Albini cotton with a cut designed for cooler days. Its pearl grey, as pleasing to the eye as it is to the touch, slips effortlessly under an anthracite suit. The 85 mm Italian collar falls naturally, even without a tie. The mother-of-pearl buttons and wide, bevelled cuffs exude an elegance that is revealed with every movement. It is a shirt that carries you through November with quiet grace, from misty mornings to evenings that stretch into the night.
THE SHIRT AS A WHOLE
The fabric
Cotonificio Albini cotton has the softness of fabrics you forget you’re wearing. Its light grey hue captures the light without ever reflecting it. Soft and breathable, it sees you through the day with the same ease from the first button to the last, and pairs just as naturally with anthracite suiting cloth as it does with a woollen jumper on days off.
The collar
The 85 mm Italian collar opens wide and holds its shape effortlessly, even without a tie. It frames the face with controlled nonchalance and allows the neckline to breathe beneath the jacket’s pointed lapels. It is the collar for outfits worn open, without losing any of their structure.
The cut
A close-fitting cut, without being excessively tailored, which follows the line of the shoulders and slips under the jacket without forming creases. Tucked into high-waisted trousers, it maintains a clean line from the collar to the waistband. It is a shirt designed for a suit, but one that can be worn just as well on its own, with the collar open, on more relaxed days.
A few details,
Beveled cuffs
The wide cuffs, with their bevelled corners, lend character to the shirt without making it too flashy. Their width allows them to protrude slightly from the jacket sleeve, as they should, and they can be worn either buttoned up or rolled up on more casual occasions.
The two back darts
Two vertical darts at the back cinch the shirt at the waist and eliminate excess fabric under the jacket. The result is a clean silhouette that follows the torso without constricting it, and a shirt that stays in place all day long.
Mother-of-pearl buttons
Mother-of-pearl buttons have a subtle iridescent sheen that plastic cannot replicate. Cooler and more pleasant to the touch, they add a neat finish to both the placket and the cuffs. A detail that stands out up close and is the hallmark of a quality shirt.
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GENTLENESS
GENTLENESS
The pearl grey of Cotonificio Albini’s cotton softens the austere look of the anthracite-coloured striped suit. A light, muted shade that brings a touch of brightness to the outfit without ever detracting from its elegance.
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VERSATILITY
VERSATILITY
Designed to be worn as part of a suit, it can also be worn on its own, with the collar open, over flannel trousers or under a woollen jumper. The 85 mm Italian collar keeps its shape whether worn with or without a tie.
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FINESSE
FINESSE
Mother-of-pearl buttons, wide bevelled cuffs, two back darts: this shirt stands out for its meticulous finish, which is evident up close and ensures a sharp fit all day long.
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Credits
Photographer: @dall’k