But this is technically incorrect. The appropriate term for this type of shirt is “button-up,” which is a collared shirt with a front placket of buttons that you must button up to wear. By contrast, a ...

A button-up shirt has undeniable utility: It’s the rare garment that’s equally well suited for work, special occasions, and the farmers market. But finding one that’s right for you can feel ...

For Bijan Shahvali of Brooklyn-based Intramural, “Short-sleeve shirts might be the hardest clothing items to buy, for me at least.” But that’s because he abides by a set of strict guidelines.

So for under $45, the Uniqlo white button-down is unmatched. “Just tuck it into some slacks with a cropped jacket,” he says, or button it down with a tie.