The Robert Old Shirt

Posted by Robert Old on April 09, 2024

Robert Old has had a clear vision over the last 100 years or so; to supply our customers with the highest possible quality. Traditionally this was rooted in the tailoring world, when our great grandfather Robert Old was the leading tailor of his day. The world has become progressively more casual now and we have been working hard to enlarge our specialist offer. Here we’d like to introduce you to some of the finest casual shirts around.

Building the Robert Old shirt

Before a needle is even lifted there is tireless work to ensure the best possible garment is created. Only the best will do if we are to put a Robert Old label on it.

Sourcing the cloth for our shirts

Possibly the most important step in creating an outstanding shirt is the quality of the cloth. We ensure this by sourcing our fabrics from the finest mills.

One of our favourite cloth houses is the revered Alumo, based in Switzerland. They produce a variety of twills, oxfords, superfine cottons and even cashmere-cottons fabrics.

During the spring and summer seasons we incorporate linens from Ireland and Italy.

Cloth is everything when it comes to the finished product; the moment you wear a Robert Old shirt the quality should become apparent, from the way it fits to the way it drapes.

Where are Robert Old shirts made?

With a passion for all things British, the shirts are handcrafted in the West Country to our exacting standards. It was a necessity to us when scouring the country for a factory that we had the best quality craftspeople. We review each shirt style personally to ensure that the finished item will fill the necessary requirements. This almost off-the-peg bespoke program is what makes our shirts stand out from the crowds.

Creating the right fit

Ensuring our shirts are comfortable, stylish and timeless is at the forefront of our mind. We construct all our shirts to an easy fitting silhouette that allows for free movement while also holding an aesthetic shape. All Robert Old shirts are crafted using the same measurements so once you find your size the rest is up to you. We hold a large selection of shirts to ensure that there is something for everyone. This choice for those looking for work shirts, business shirts, weekend shirts, summer shirts and short sleeve shirts. These styles are separated into varying designs, including solid colours, stripes, checks, twill effects and even prints.

The details

With each shirt, the devil is in the detail, and our design expert Edward Old ensures there is a shirt for every occasion, in the optimum configuration for its purpose.

Our casual shirts feature the custom burley button-down collar, which can be with or without collar bones depending on how casual the shirt needs to be. Our more formal shirts feature the smart soft spread collar with stays for a refined and structured finish.

The shirts are then set apart from the opposition thanks to premium details like Mother of Pearl buttons, mitred cuffs and a reinforced hem.

Cream Herringbone Pure Cotton Italian Long Sleeve Shirt L/S SHIRTS Robert Old

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Navy Floral Swiss Cotton Short Sleeve Shirt S/S SHIRTS Robert Old

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Picking the right size

We know that finding the right size of shirt can often be difficult and confusing, especially when buying online. All of our Robert Old shirts are designed for a classic (Gentleman’s) fit. They are all sized by the centimetre neck size, with a full guide available here.

Go the extra mile with a custom-made shirt

At Robert Old we can give you the unique opportunity to create your own custom-made shirt. We understand that off the peg garments are not for everyone, so if you have specific requirements or would just like to treat yourself to something extra special, we welcome you to contact us for a consultation.

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