The Perfect Dress Shirt for Every Occasion: The Crossover Shirt

When building a wardrobe that lasts, it’s all about versatile, timeless pieces that work in a variety of settings. Enter the crossover shirt—a classic button-up that effortlessly transitions from boardroom to ballroom. 

Whether you’re dressing it up for a black-tie event or keeping things polished for a meeting, this is the perfect dress shirt you’ll reach for time and time again. 

Wondering what kind of shirt should you wear with a tuxedo or a suit? This formal crossover shirt fits the bill.

At first glance, the crossover shirt may seem like your classic white dress shirt, but it’s designed with versatility in mind. When you’re looking for the best button-up to pair with a tuxedo, its hidden placket, French cuffs, and crisp point collar provide the perfect base. These thoughtful details make it the perfect match for a bow tie, giving you that sleek, formal edge without the excessive detailing of traditional tuxedo shirts.

Unlike other formal dress shirts that feature pleats and studs—styles you’d only wear a handful of times—the crossover shirt takes a more minimalist approach. This means it’s not only perfect for black-tie events but can also be seamlessly integrated into your business wardrobe.

Looking sharp doesn’t have to mean you have a huge collection of shirts on rotation—the crossover shirt proves that. Its design is adaptable enough to serve as a staple in both formal and business settings. Worn under a suit with a straight tie, the hidden placket offers a sleek, clean look perfect for the office or meetings. 

Albert is getting married in a tuxedo, but he’s also starting a new career. This shirt is the perfect choice for him—it transitions flawlessly from wedding tuxedo to a suit and tie in the office. The beauty of the crossover shirt lies in this versatility: you don’t always need a separate formal dress shirt and go-to business shirt. You can have both in one impeccable piece.

One of the smartest wardrobe decisions you can make is to invest in pieces that last (in terms of style and craftsmanship)—and the crossover shirt is the definition of timeless style. Forget trendy, one-season wonders. This shirt will stand the test of time. Whether you’re pairing it with a tuxedo for a black-tie event or wearing it with a tailored suiut for a meeting, this piece is designed to stay in style.

In a world where trends come and go, the crossover shirt is a modern classic. It doesn’t rely on flashy details but instead focuses on craftsmanship, understated design, and quality fabric. This is the kind of piece you’ll keep reaching for, season after season, event after event.

The craftsmanship behind the crossover shirt is what sets it apart from typical off-the-rack options. Hand-cut from premium Sea Island cotton, it’s designed to be both lightweight and durable. The fabric, sourced from Canclini, Italy is 110gm/4oz, making it breathable and comfortable to wear in any season.

The details in construction are what make this shirt truly special:

• Point Collar: Classic and versatile, the point collar works in both formal and business settings.
• Hidden Placket: This subtle detail allows the shirt to shift between a tuxedo shirt and a business shirt seamlessly.
• French Cuffs: A nod to traditional elegance, the French cuffs elevate the look when paired with a tuxedo.
• Hand-Sewn Finishes: From hand-set sleeves to hand-crafted interlinings, every detail is meticulously crafted for quality and longevity.

When guys come to me looking for a shirt to pair with a tuxedo I almost always steer them towards the crossover shirt. While pleated bibs have their moment, a classic crossover is an essential. It’s the shirt you can always rely on. While it’s undoubtedly one of the best formal dress shirts you can buy, it’s equally at home in your work wardrobe.

One 5 Star Reviewer on TrustPilot shared it only took one fitting to get his perfect fit locked in and with over 15 dress shirts in his collection the “dress shirts [AOS] makes are perfect.” Another shared he feels like he’ll have his shirts “for life.” 

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Yours in style,

Dan Trepanier