Men's Print Shirts: 6 Ways to Wear One Without Looking Overdressed

Six ways to wear a print without it wearing you, with the chest measurements that make the fit work.

Last updated: October 2026

A men's print shirt looks overdressed only when the rest of the outfit competes with it, so wear one print, keep everything else solid, and size by the chest chart: at size L, Adam & Westcott print shirts range from 40.9 to 50.4 inches across the chest. Prints start at $25.98, and the right one carries well past summer.

In this article

• How do you wear a print shirt without looking overdressed?
• Which print is easiest to start with?
• How should a print shirt fit?
• Which print suits which occasion?
• Can you wear a print shirt in fall?
• How do you tone down a bold print?
• FAQ

How do you wear a print shirt without looking overdressed?

Wear one print per outfit and keep the other 2 or 3 pieces solid. Patterned shorts or busy sneakers give the eye nowhere to rest; solid trousers and plain shoes make the same shirt look deliberate.

Which print is easiest to start with?

A stripe. The Oxford Stripe Long Sleeve Shirt costs $39.98, comes in XS to XL and measures 43.3 inches across the chest at L. Its chart says it fits slightly small, so size up if you sit between two sizes.

How should a print shirt fit?

The shoulder seam should sit at your shoulder, and the chest should skim, not drape: the same size L runs from 40.9 to 50.4 inches across these six shirts. Measure a shirt you like lying flat, double the width, and match it to the chart.

Shirt	Print	Fit	Sizes	Chest at L	Price
Textured Linen Print Shirt	Patchwork	Loose	S to 3XL	No chart	$39.98
Oxford Stripe Long Sleeve Shirt	Stripe	Fits slightly small	XS to XL	43.3 in	$39.98
Baroque Floral Art Print Shirt	Baroque floral	Relaxed, fits slightly small	S to 3XL	40.9 in	$26.98
Retro Samurai Print Shirt	Samurai art	Relaxed	S to 5XL	47.2 in	$26.98
Palm Print Beach Shirt	3D palm	Loose relaxed	S to 5XL	47.2 in	$25.98
Totem Pattern Beach Shirt	Geometric	Relaxed oversized	XS to XL	50.4 in	$29.98

Chest figures come from each product's own size chart, in inches.

Which print suits which occasion?

Match how loud the print is to where you are going: stripes at $39.98 for work, art prints from $26.98 for dinners, palms and geometrics for weekends.

• Office and smart casual: the Oxford Stripe Long Sleeve Shirt, tucked, with chinos and loafers.
• Dinner and date night: the Baroque Floral Art Print Shirt at $26.98, buttoned, with dark denim.
• Weekend and travel: the Retro Samurai Print Shirt or the Totem Pattern Beach Shirt, untucked over plain trousers.
• Warm weather getaways: the Palm Print Beach Shirt, sold up to 5XL.

Can you wear a print shirt in fall?

Yes. The Textured Linen Print Shirt is 100% linen, $39.98, sold S to 3XL, and its own listing calls it good for spring or fall. It is the second best-selling shirt at Adam & Westcott over the last 30 days. Wear it under an open Boxy Cotton Overshirt ($39.98, XS to 2XL) with dark trousers and boots, so the patchwork shows only down the middle.

How do you tone down a bold print?

Cover part of it, or echo one of its colours: an open overshirt hides most of the pattern, and 1 matched colour ties the outfit together. Wear a bold floral open over a plain white tee, or repeat one shade from the print, such as navy or rust, in your trousers or shoes.

Frequently asked questions

Can you wear a print shirt in fall?

Yes. Pick a heavier natural fabric and layer it. The Textured Linen Print Shirt is 100% linen, sold S to 3XL at $39.98, and wears well under an open overshirt through October.

Can you wear a print shirt to the office?

Keep the print small. The Oxford Stripe Long Sleeve Shirt at $39.98 reads smart casual tucked into chinos. Wear florals and bold graphics in the evening or at the weekend.

Should a print shirt fit loose?

Relaxed, not baggy. At size L the Adam & Westcott print shirts measure 40.9 to 50.4 inches across the chest, so check the chart for each shirt rather than buying your usual letter.

What do you wear under a print shirt?

Nothing when buttoned, or a plain white or grey crew neck tee when worn open, which shows only part of the pattern.

What colour trousers go with a print shirt?

Solid neutrals: navy, stone, olive, black or mid wash denim. Pull one colour from the print for your trousers or shoes and the outfit looks planned.

Choosing your shirt size? the Adam & Westcott size chart and our best-selling men's shirts right now.