There is nothing quite like the feel of real linen when the temperature actually decides to climb in London. This short-sleeve button-down is made in Portugal from pure, breathable linen that has been garment-dyed and pre-washed, so it already has that soft, lived-in feel right out of the box. No stiff, scratchy collars here. The cut is relaxed and straightforward, featuring a clean front placket, a classic pointed collar, and a single chest pocket. It is dyed in a sharp, bright optical white that looks brilliant in the sun, whether you are wearing it open over a tank at a pub garden or buttoned up for a casual dinner. Because it is pre-shrunk, you do not have to worry about it losing its shape after the first wash. Just wash it cool, hang it up to dry, and embrace the natural creases—that is half the charm of linen anyway.