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Originally Posted by LA Guy
I love western style shirts, both vintage and designer remakes, both of which fit much better than, say, Lucky Brand ones. My favorite shirt is actually a "western inspired" Brown Prada stretch poplin number, with the cruved chest pockets, and 3 button cuffs. I really like the Cotton Poly shirts from the 60's and seventies, which are comfortable, look good, and can be exceedingly durable. And I've always had a thing for pearl snaps.
I think that western and military inspired styles, will never be completely *out*. The popularity might wax and wane, but they will always be staples.
I guess that's it for SF. Anyway, I know exactly what you are talking about with that Prada shirt. I had the same thing in a forest green. I really liked the design too, but the polyester aspect made me sweat like a farm animal. therefore i don't recommend anything that isn't 100% cotton. as for western shirts that I own, and recommend:
raw Lee repro from aeroleather is amazing
gucci tailored has great buttons that don't snag on my facial hair
built by wendy wrangler repro is well designed and light-weight
newish Levi denim is a great standard, albeit boxy fit
45rpm distressed denim western is great, but expensive
japanese wrangler western from aeroleather are wonderful, but size up
rag and bone short sleeve western is a great find, more conservative
rogan's earlier (made in the usa) westerns are cool, avoid anything new
Our take on the classic Western Shirt, which we have renamed Eastern for it's simplified lines and detailing, is made of 100% organic, hand-picked Zimbabwean cotton. Each shirt is 
