Fluid State Lapel Collar Button-Up Shirt

A shirt defined by surface, temperature, and controlled fluidity.

The form follows a short-sleeve, open-front construction, referencing lightweight summer shirting adapted for contemporary wear. The silhouette remains conventional in structure — relaxed through the body, with a clean shoulder line and soft drape — allowing the material to carry the primary expression.

Cut from a Tencel–nylon blend, the fabric introduces a dual logic. Lyocell (Tencel) provides a smooth, breathable surface with a natural cooling effect, historically derived from regenerated cellulose fibres engineered for moisture management and skin contact. This is balanced by nylon, which introduces tensile strength and structural resilience — preventing collapse while maintaining lightness.

The result is a fabric that sits between softness and control — fluid in movement, but stable in form.

A lapel collar anchors the piece within a familiar shirting vocabulary, while the open-front (cardigan-style) closure shifts it away from traditional button-up structures. This adjustment allows the garment to be worn with variation — layered or standalone, open or partially closed.

Colour is held within a muted register — light grey-green and brown tones — calibrated for summer conditions, where light interacts directly with surface. The fabric reflects subtly, producing a slight sheen that shifts with movement.

Designed for warm-weather wear, the material remains breathable and cool against the body, with a conventional weight that balances structure and comfort.

Kazimir is 185cm tall and wears a Size L for a regular fit. 

Composition

Lyocell (Tencel) 65%
Polyamide (Nylon) 35%

Lightweight construction with a cool touch finish.

Details

Short sleeves
Lapel collar
Open-front (cardigan-style) closure
Relaxed silhouette