That’s why a shirt that’s shed its stifling collar—aka a ‘band-collar’ shirt—might be the most important piece of the season When the heat closes in, men want chill-out clothing.

The band collar shirt, one of the most polarizing options on the clothing rack, points its granddad heritage toward a tech-savvy future. ... It’s Time to Talk About the Collarless Dress Shirt.

For another choice that features a skirt, consider pairing this super soft zip-up shirt from the Gap with a contrasting midi and a low strappy heel. Gap 100 Percent Cotton Quarter-Zip Polo Sweater.