To help you find the softest, warmest flannel shirts, we asked fashion stylists for their tips on shopping for flannel shirts and their favorite styles.

They're light enough for breathability in ... It's important not to wash flannel in hot water, which causes the color to fade and leads to pilling. It's best to wash your flannel sheets in cold ...

Importantly, they retain their feel and color after many washes, so you can sleep with them for many winters to come. L.L.Bean excels at flannel goods of all kinds, from shirts to lined sleeping bags.