Is the cooling effect real?

HydroFreeze X lowers fabric temperature when it contacts perspiration and movement, so the cooling is strongest when you sweat. In dry heat with little sweat, expect a light, airy feel rather than a chill.

Is the magnetic closure safe with a pacemaker?

Arctic Cool advises getting a physician's approval before wearing it if you have an implantable pacemaker or defibrillator. Ask your doctor first.

How does it fit compared with a regular button-down?

It uses a stretch polyester blend with a standard button-down cut and 4-way stretch. Check the size chart before ordering, since at least one buyer found a wrong size hard to exchange.

Is it good for golf or the office?

Yes. The stretch fabric allows a full swing, and the self-fabric collar and pearlized buttons make it presentable for casual work settings.

How should I wash it?

Machine wash cold and tumble dry low. The wrinkle-resistant finish means it usually needs no ironing.

The best new price found is $55.97 at Macy's as of November 3, 2026. End-of-season and holiday sales are the usual times for discounts on cooling shirts.

What do buyers say about the Men's Cooling Button Down Shirt - Short Sleeve?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 180 ratings. Buyers like: Extremely comfortable and fits well; Magnetic/click closure is easy to use, helpful for arthritis or hand mobility issues; Fabric feels cool and lightweight, ideal for hot and humid weather. Common complaints: One reviewer doubted the magnetic closure would stay together and lacked confidence wearing it; One reviewer accidentally bought a Large and found it non-exchangeable, calling the purchasing and exchange process unpleasant.

Where can I buy the Men's Cooling Button Down Shirt - Short Sleeve?

4 stores we checked sell it, including Arctic Cool, Macy's, Target, Kohl's.

Men's Cooling Button Down Shirt - Short Sleeve

Q: Where is the Men's Cooling Button Down Shirt - Short Sleeve cheapest?

At Macy's, for $55.97, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Men's Cooling Button Down Shirt - Short Sleeve

What reviewers say

With 4.9 out of 5 from 180 ratings, owners mostly call it comfortable, cool and easy to fasten. The magnetic closure draws the most praise and the most skepticism.

Pros

Feels cool and lightweight in hot, humid weather
Click closure is easy for arthritis or hand mobility issues
Magnets align themselves and look like real buttons
Wrinkle-free and holds up as wash-and-wear

Cons

One reviewer doubted the magnets would stay closed
One buyer ordered the wrong size and found it non-exchangeable

About the Men's Cooling Button Down Shirt - Short Sleeve

Please Seek Physician Approval If You Have an Implantable Pacemaker or Defibrillator.

Our all-new Arctic Cool Instant Cooling Men's Short Sleeve Button Down Shirt is a must for anyone who wants to keep cool and comfortable during your daily activities. Built with our click front button closure system, it features state-of-the-art HydroFreeze X Technology, a cooling management system that reduces the fabric temperature to cool you down when you need it the most! The shirt's design also includes ActiveWick, our moisture wicking technology that pulls sweat away from skin and disperses it throughout the shirt, keeping you dry and cool. It's made with fabric that includes 4-way stretch, providing a full range of motion for any activity. The Instant Cooling Men's Short Sleeve Button Down Shirt has sun protection built in with UPF 50+ to keep you protected by blocking 98% of the sun's rays! This Button Down makes it easy to stay cool when you need it the most.

HYDROFREEZE X PROVIDES INSTANT COOLING — Our revolutionary technology uses a multi-stage process to keep you cool and comfortable — all thanks to your own perspiration and movement.

EFFORTLESS FASTENING — Discover the seamless integration of our iconic click front button closure system for easy wearability.

BREATHABLE, COMFORTABLE FABRIC — The lightweight, 4-way stretch fabric is free-flowing and flexible, so it moves easily and naturally with your body.

FIT IS CASUAL - Cut to be slightly trim through the chest, waist and hip, allowing the shirt to move and stretch with you in every direction.

WICKS AND DISPERSES FOR RAPID EVAPORATION — ActiveWick moisture-wicking technology spreads moisture through channels in the thread for controlled release and superior cooling.

SUN PROTECTION IS STANDARD — Lab-tested UPF 50+ protection blocks 98% of the sun’s harmful rays.

WRINKLE RESISTANT - Made from a soft, lightweight polyester blend that makes the fabric wrinkle resistant.

100% GUARANTEE – All of our products are back by a 60-day money back guarantee

EVERY DETAIL COUNTS – Custom pearlized buttons and Self-fabric collar

What buyers say

Buyers like

Extremely comfortable and fits well
Magnetic/click closure is easy to use, helpful for arthritis or hand mobility issues
Fabric feels cool and lightweight, ideal for hot and humid weather
Magnets align automatically and create a secure closure that looks like traditional buttons
Stylish enough for casual and work settings
Wrinkle free and wash-and-wear; repeat customers buy multiple shirts

Buyers complain about

One reviewer doubted the magnetic closure would stay together and lacked confidence wearing it
One reviewer accidentally bought a Large and found it non-exchangeable, calling the purchasing and exchange process unpleasant