Flannel Shirt
Our cotton flannel goes with you in winter - but not only! Fine and soft, in a casual chic, in workwear or in a formal look: the flannel shirt is much more versatile than you might have thought!
Flannel shirts - European manufacturing
Discover our different shirt fabrics, made in Europe by the most prestigious fabric houses.
A robust fabric from the cold...
The flannel shirt originated in late 17th century Wales. The word flannel, 'gwalen' in Welsh, actually means wool. Historically made of thick carded wool, it served to protect workers from the cold and rainy climate of the British Isles. These shirts are now mostly made of cotton flannel, thinner but still retaining appreciable warmth.
Our flannel comes from an Italian house specialized in manufacturing high-quality fabrics. To obtain this, the cotton is first combed to keep only the best and longest fibers. After spinning and weaving, the cotton is then brushed and crushed to achieve this famous soft and warm texture.
The cotton is thus transformed and gains many qualities such as thermal insulation. The brushed fabric is naturally warm, and you feel it as soon as you put on your shirt. It also resists rain better than a cotton poplin shirt.
The shirt's manufacturing, also European, is carried out by a workshop renowned for the quality of its shirt-making. This is to offer you, as usual, beautiful finishes such as mother-of-pearl buttons sewn in a cross pattern or reinforcement gussets at the bottom of the shirt.
A versatile shirt to wear all year round
At The Nines, the flannel shirt comes in various collars and colors. For a classic look, opt for the gray shirt with a French collar, which can be worn casually or elegantly with a navy blue suit to bring contrast in textures.
For lovers of the cutaway collar, discover the gray shirt with a discreet and elegant houndstooth pattern. If you prefer white, take a look at our white combed cotton shirt with its small cutaway collar. Its twill weave and peach-skin effect fabric are indeed similar to flannel, and its lower collar gives it an original touch.
The band collar is also available in flannel in a sky blue color. This casual shirt is ideal for layering*, open over a white t-shirt, and in winter as part of a workwear outfit with an overshirt, for an adventurer look. For a bolder style, this one or the Mandarin collar shirt can accompany a blazer or a suit, breaking formal codes while remaining elegant.
So you will have understood that the flannel shirt is a hybrid shirt and is no longer confined to workwear looks or for going to chop wood. If you still have doubts, we go over the misconceptions about flannel on our blog.
*Layering multiple pieces of clothing and making them visible to create a contrast of colors and materials.
Other categories: breathable shirt, wrinkle-free shirt, oxford shirt, twill shirt, poplin shirt, chambray and denim shirt, striped shirt, houndstooth shirt, Sea Island shirt, linen shirt
A question about our collections?
This iconic workwear garment is distinguished by several characteristics:
-Soft, brushed fabric in wool or cotton;
-Traditional plaid patterns or solid version;
-Distinctive soft and fuzzy texture;
-Workwear and lumberjack heritage;
-Now a casual fashion staple.
To create a relaxed but well-put-together style, here are the winning combinations:
-Wear open over a basic t-shirt;
-Pair with jeans or chinos;
-Roll up sleeves for a more casual feel;
-Tucked-in option for a neater look;
-Favor classic colors (red, blue, green).
The secret of its warmth lies in its unique design:
-Brushed texture creating insulating air pockets;
-Wool version for maximum warmth;
-Cotton version for moderate warmth;
-Ideal for layering; Perfect for mid-seasons and winter.
Although both are shirts, their characteristics differ significantly:
-Brushed surface vs smooth surface;
-Greater thickness for flannel;
-Characteristic fuzzy texture;
-Specific brushing process;
-Different thermal properties.
Its use varies according to temperatures and times of the year:
-Ideal for autumn and winter;
-Suitable for cool spring evenings;
-Too warm for summer;
-Perfect for transitional seasons;
-Best performance in cool weather.