Winter shirting is a world apart from regular-year cottons. When temperatures drop, the fabrics you choose matter not only for warmth but also for comfort, texture, and how they layer under jackets or knitwear.
For this year’s Winter Fabric Guide, we selected cloths from mills with varying price ranges, hand-feels, and functionalities.
Flannel Shirting — The Cotton Classics by Canclini
Canclini’s approach to winter shirting is centred around comfort.
Their winter flannels are:
• Brushed cotton
• Soft on the skin
• Designed in true winter tones
Even though Canclini sticks to cotton, they offer several beautiful colour combinations, including:
• Warm earthy browns
• Winter sky blues
• Melange greys
• Subtle muted greens
Canclini’s Melton Flannel shirting feels almost like a refined winter T-shirt in shirting form — soft, cozy, and incredibly easy to wear.
Teddy Mel — The Extra-Soft Take on Traditional Melton
The Teddy Mel line is special. It gives you:
• Softer colourways
• Higher levels of fluffiness
• A warm brushed texture (hence the “Teddy”)
The name fits perfectly — the hand-feel really does have that “teddy bear” softness.
Teddy Mel is also available in beautiful checks and ginghams, offering a refreshing break from the usual solids.
If you like patterns but want something subtle, Teddy Melton by Canclini is a fantastic choice.
Cashmere-Blended Shirting by Grandi Rubinelli
Cashmere blends (WS) elevate winter shirting from “comfortable” to luxurious. They provide markedly better heat insulation — these are the shirts you wear under a winter blazer and immediately feel the difference.
We focused on two important lines:
Nordic — Herringbone Elegance
Nordic offers:
• A lightly brushed feel
• Warmer tonal colours
• A beautiful herringbone pattern throughout
• A composition perfectly suited for cold climates
• A refined texture that reads “luxury winter” immediately
If you want a winter shirt that still looks like a dress shirt, Nordic is the perfect solution.
Alaska — Soft Colours & Multipurpose Wear
Alaska is a brilliant range because:
• Its colours are soft, clean, and versatile
• The hand-feel is plush
• It blends comfort with a slightly elevated look
Where Nordic showcases texture and pattern, Alaska is all about colour purity.
These fabrics work effortlessly as winter work shirts, travel shirts, or layering pieces.
Final Thoughts
Winter shirting shouldn’t just be about warmth — it should be about comfort, luxury, and a tactile experience you genuinely look forward to wearing.