Men's Check & Flannel Shirts
A mens check shirt is a classic for cooler days. Here you will find soft brushed flannel shirts, a dark check utility shirt and heavier check shirt jackets that work like a light layer over a T-shirt.
Flannel shirts for men
Brushed flannel feels soft and warm against the skin, so flannel is comfortable buttoned up on its own or worn open over a tee. Dark checks hide everyday wear and look good for years.
Shirt or shirt jacket
A classic cut tucks into chinos; a heavier jacket style has a looser fit and sits over a jumper on mild days.
Pockets and details
Chest pockets, a utility-style front and sturdy buttons give them a practical workwear character.
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Wearing a plaid shirt
Try one with dark jeans and boots for a countryside weekend, with black trousers and white trainers in town, or open over a hoodie when it gets colder.
Colours and patterns
Navy and green tartans feel traditional, red and black checks are bolder, and muted brown or grey patterns look calm and grown-up. Pick one dark and one lighter pattern and you have most outfits covered.
Easy care
Wash at 30 degrees, hang to dry and give it a quick press. Free UK delivery and 30 days to return.
Frequently asked questions: Men's Check & Flannel Shirts
What is a flannel shirt?
Flannel is a soft fabric, usually cotton, that is brushed on one or both sides to raise the fibres. That gives it a fuzzy, warm feel compared with a regular shirt. Flannel shirts often come in checks, but flannel describes the fabric and check describes the pattern, so you can have one without the other.
How do you wear a check shirt?
Wear it buttoned with jeans and boots for a classic look, or open over a plain T-shirt as a light jacket. Heavier check overshirts and shirt jackets work on their own on dry autumn days and under a coat in winter. Keep the rest of the outfit in solid colours so the pattern stands out.
What is the difference between a check shirt and an overshirt?
A check shirt is cut like a regular shirt, lighter and slimmer, made to be worn on its own or under a jumper. An overshirt or shirt jacket is made from thicker fabric with a looser fit, often with chest pockets, so it can go over a T-shirt or a thin knit like a jacket. This page has both.
Do flannel shirts shrink?
Cotton flannel can shrink a little in hot water or a tumble dryer. Wash at 30 degrees, turn the shirt inside out to protect the brushed surface, and hang it to dry on a hanger. A short, cool iron while slightly damp keeps it smooth without flattening the soft feel.