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Blue Check Brushed Cotton Two-Pocket Work Shirt

Name: Drake's Blue Check Brushed Cotton Two-Pocket Work Shirt
Brand: Drake's
SKU: drakes-blue-check-brushed-cotton-two-pocket-work-shirt
Price: 275 GBP

Button-Ups

£275

The verdict

A well-made cotton work shirt from a trusted London maker; fair pricing for the craftsmanship but not exceptional value for the price.

Fit

Drake's casual shirts typically run a relaxed, generous cut suitable for layering or standing alone. Expect a standard collar and two functional pockets; size true to standard measurements.

Quality

Drake's cotton shirting is consistently well-constructed with attention to seaming and finish. Brushed cotton will soften further with wash and develops character over time.

Price check

At £275 you are paying for a reputable British brand known for considered casual wear. The price sits in the premium-mid tier for quality cotton button-ups; fair but not discounted.

Best for

Someone seeking a durable, well-finished casual shirt that rewards years of wear and doesn't need replacing after one season.

Care

Brush the nap gently before first wear to raise the texture; wash in cool water and line dry to preserve the brushed finish.

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What owners report about Drake's button-ups

Owners rate the oxford cloth very highly — a four-shirt comparison review called it the softest tested and said it stayed soft after repeated washing — and the lined-but-unfused collar draws praise for its natural roll, though wearers note the roll varies shirt to shirt because they are handmade. Recurring complaints are practical rather than about quality: the cut is slim with high armholes, which one reviewer found uncomfortable next to roomier fits, and forum posters report the published size chart doesn't match delivered shirts because measurements are taken before washing. Posters who own several oxfords also report the fabric weight is not consistent across the range.

Strengths: Soft oxford cloth that holds up through washing and an unfused collar with a natural roll, made in the brand's own UK factory.
Watch out for: A slim cut with high armholes, size-chart measurements owners say overstate the delivered (washed) shirt, and fabric weight that varies between shirts — all at a top-of-category price.
Sizing: Forum posters report delivered shirts measure smaller than the online size chart (the brand takes measurements pre-wash), so go by actual garment measurements and consider sizing up if between sizes or broad-shouldered.

About Drake's's button-ups line as a whole. Sources: The Best Oxford Cloth Button Down Shirt — Typical Contents · Drake's Debuts Ultra-Premium, Unfused Oxford With Third Button — Ivy Style · The unofficial Drake's London Appreciation Thread (p.433) — Styleforum