Best men's long sleeve shirts

Start with the Polo Ralph Lauren Classic Fit shirt. It's the most versatile of the bunch: a proper cotton button-up in solid colours, sizes S to 2XL, and it works for the office, a dinner or a weekend. If you want one shirt that covers the most ground, that's it.

Who the others suit:

• Alfani Luke cotton button shirt — smart-casual, for someone who wants a dressier look without going full dress shirt.
• Alfani temperature-regulating dress shirt — for wearing under a jacket or tie; the slim fit and temperature control help on long days.
• Old Navy heavyweight plaid flannel — the casual, cold-weather pick; heavier and roomier than the rest.
• BYLT Drop-Cut LUX — slim, stretchy and long in the body, good if you're tall or lean and want a tee that stays tucked.
• George or Athletic Works tees — cheap everyday layers for under a sweater or jacket.

Skip the compression mock neck unless you want a base layer, and the Burberry check shirt is listed as women's sizing.