The Check shirt-off (please vote)

After seeing such great plaid (checked) shirt looks, I was inspired by that and the cool weather the past two days to get mine out.

As I expected, I have too many. I've already purged a few. These are the 'finalists'. I'd like to keep two, maybe?

Would you mind telling me which ones are the best? (I have an opinion on it too, but will reserve that for now )

#1 brown and dark red plaid. It's a loose and drapey flannel.

#2 red/white/blue plaid flannel. Also loose, not as drapey as #1, and the plaid is printed on, not woven in.

#3 gray/blue/dark red plaid. not quite as loose as #1. Very soft flannel.

#4 Black and white buffalo check - not flannel - it's a lighter weight cotton shirt - suitable for not terribly hot summer days even.

#5 teal and gold plaid. Also not flannel, and shorter sleeves.

#6 Navy and white gingham - the shirt is just a bit stiffer than the others (also not flannel - just plain cotton).

Thanks so much for your input and help on this

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10 years ago

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Veteran

I vote for 3, 4 and 5 because of the fit and fabric. The others are good enough, but these are the best in my opinion. I love #4 on you in particular.

Thistle

I am a total enabler. I like them all and think they would all work with your climate and lifestyle. I I have to pick two to cull, it would be 1 and 6.

Dee

I like 3, 4 and 5 the best. Five is my favorite.

carter

I like 4 and 6 best!

Kristin SF

I like 4, 5, and 6 the best. 3 is pretty nice, too.

My faves are 4 and 6. You look great in these colors!

Aida

I vote #1 and #4, and if you're keeping a third then #3. I like the idea of a fun gingham for you, but that one isn't quite right. Plus I think you'd enjoy one in a less conventional and more fun color

Isis

#4 is a definite keeper. Then #1, but I might keep an eye out for a flannel plaid that has colors like #5.

Firecracker (Sharan)

#1 is my favorite, followed by #2 and #6. I especially like the colors of #1 on you, and I like its drape. The sleeves are a little long, but you can wear them rolled so easily, it's not a big detractor for me. I also like the colors of #2 and the design of the shirt (the pockets are cute and not overly busy looking). And #6 strikes me as a nice bright, simple design and I think it's flattering on you.

Emily

They're all good, but I like #2, 3 and 4 best. If I had to pick a favourite, it would be 4, I like the black and white on you.

Suz

I like #4. Since it is cotton and can even be worn on a not-too-hot summer day, it fills one function.

So keep one of the flannels as well. I'm not sure which. Each has its positive aspects. E.g. I like the pockets on 2; and I like the pockets less on 3, but the overall fit seems better. I would go by the quality (which you can tell much better than any of us). The fit is not perfect on any of them, but you can disguise that a bit by rolling sleeves, semi-tucking, etc.

I also like the gingham on you.

Neelie

My faves are 2, 4, and 5...
Let us know what you decide!

Sharon

They all look good, but my vote is for #2 and #4. #2 because the colours look good on you and #4 because the fabric will be versatile.

#4 immediately caught my eye, but I thought that might be bias because I just bought a black/white one myself. #6 is good too. #3 I like the colors but think might be too short.

gardenchick

What a collection! My faves are 4 & 5.

viva

I vote for 3 and 4. Next would be 5.

Alana in Canada

I'm beginning to think we may just confuse the issue for you. I react mostly to colour and contrast so #1 would not be a fave of mine on anyone. But the length is good.
#2 love this--please send it to me in 2x!
#3 looks small. Meh.
#4 I like this on you--but the fabric misalignment at the buttonholes--does it bother you? What about the pockets? These are quibbles.
#5 Lovely colours. Is it too short?
#6 I love this to pieces. If you do, you keep it.

Bijou

Numbers 1 and 2 look too long when untucked. The shorter shirts give you a longer leg line. I like number 4 the best.

I like 4,5, & 6.

Colette

I vote for #4 and #6.

Jaime

#3,#4, and #6.

Beth Ann

2, 4 and 6 are my favorites, Amy. I think Suz has a point -- quality is easier to see IRL -- I'd let that influence your decision, too.

I have not a single plaid shirt in my closet!

amiable

Beth Ann - do you want a plaid shirt or two? I clearly have a few to spare!

Zibbets

Six is my favorite by a mile! Next is #4. I like the plaids too, but gingham makes my heart sing and I think the blue is super flattering on you.

Thanks for all your input - I expected there to be more of a clear winner that there is.

Here are my thoughts:
#1 is super soft, but I wonder if the colors are too warm and muddy for me. I like the huge ness of it
#2 seems not good quality to me, but I like the lightness of its colors.
#3 - I love the colors. It needs some button work, but I think I'm willing to do it. It's tight in the midsection when I'm bloated. I think I'll sew the missing button(s) then double check the fit.
#4 isn't great quality, but I like the weight of it and the colors.
#5 is too short for my preference, but I love the colors.
#6 I like, but wish it was softer - more washed in. It's too crisp (stiff) feeling to me.

My favorites are #3 and #4, I think. I'll inspect them further for quality. And maybe wash #6 a dozen times... #1 will probably stay in the basement thrift shop to see if I reach for it, and #5 might too - but I'm more inclined to watch for another plaid with similar colors.