Build a modern capsule wardrobe with these 5 exclusive Folk tops

White shirt and trousers from Folk
India Price,-Menswear Editor

From the perfect striped tee to the classic checked shirt, meet our new favourite staples

Quality shirts and T-shirts are an integral part of the modern man’s wardrobe, but how many do you really need? 

When it comes to It’s All Good Folk, our exclusive collaboration with London menswear label Folk, it may be less than you think. The shirts and T-shirts in the collection have been designed with versatility, functionality and, most importantly, longevity at their core, making them the perfect building blocks of a small but perfectly formed capsule wardrobe.

From the organic cotton striped tee to the ultimate printed holiday shirt, here are five key styles to invest in, guaranteed to stand the test of time.

Folk patterned short sleeve shirt

The holiday shirt

Every man deserves a spirit-lifting shirt to help brighten up an overcast autumn day, and what better way than with this bold, leaf-print shirt? The contemporary pattern balances out the classic shape, levelling out both the smart and the casual elements of the collection as a whole.

Crafted in lightweight cotton with natural corozo nut buttons, this is the perfect piece for everyday workwear and weekend excursions alike. Wear it with neutral basics to help the print really stand out.

Folk striped tee

The striped T-shirt

When it comes to wardrobe classics, there are few pieces that have made their mark as strongly as the navy and white striped T-shirt. Perfect for work, play and everything in-between, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a piece as versatile as a classic Breton.

It’s All Good Folk offers the perfect upgrade. The stripe is punctuated with a graphic leaf motif, and the organic cotton makes it perfect for everyday wear and guaranteed longevity.

Folk panel T-shirt

The long-sleeved top

This navy, cream and stone-panelled long-sleeved T-shirt is perfect for those days where the weather is changeable. The surprise detailing on the back of the piece – a feature used by Folk throughout their collections to create texture and contrast – along with its boxy, masculine shape and the inclusion of the It’s All Good Folk motif make this the perfect modern tee.

Folk short sleeved shirt

The short-sleeved shirt

A classic white shirt is a key wardrobe component, and as we all know, finding worthy updates to weave into your wardrobe as the seasons change can often be difficult. This is where this crisp white short-sleeved shirt comes into play.

Comfort, versatility and timelessness are all key features that help this contemporary shirt stand out, especially when worn open and paired with a neutral T-shirt and dark chinos. It’s also created with BCI (Better Cotton Initiative) cotton, so you can rest assured that your purchase is benefitting the planet, too.

Folk long sleeved check shirt

The checked shirt

Whether you’re an out-and-out lover of print or you still shy away from it, this shirt is the perfect piece to add personality to your new-season wardrobe. As subtle as it is standout, this is an original Folk design which has been reimagined with a new colour palette for our collaboration, and created in lightweight cotton for optimum comfort and fit. Let it stand out by pairing with neutral basics in either light or dark tones.

John Lewis & Partners collaboration with Folk

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