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A Complex Guide to the Perfect Shirt

Brother and sister duo David and Kelly Hamilton of Hamilton Shirts discuss the ins and outs of owning the perfect button-down shirt.

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This feature appears in Complex's August/September 2011 issue.

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The Pocket

“You can be pro-pocket or against it, but when dealing with the proper shirt, we say, get the pocket embroidery. This is a good spot to do some tonal custom stitching or add a personal saying.”

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The Cuff

Options like monogramming on the pocket or cuff are the most popular feature with Hamilton customers, but you can also choose different buttons or contrast stitching. Keep in mind, though, simple is best.

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The Collar

"Whether you like a buttonless or a button-down collar, it’s always great to have a choice. We say go for the button-down collar, and unbutton it when you are letting loose."

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