How to Fold a Shirt

The modern world is fast-paced, and people often make snap judgments based on other's appearance. It is important to look smart and stylish, and part of that involves wearing wrinkle-free clothing. After washing and ironing a shirt, it should be stored correctly; that means folding it neatly, so that when it is time to wear it, it looks just as good as it did when it came off the ironing board. Knowing how to fold any kind of shirt is particularly important for people who are packing suitcases for holidays or business weekends.

 

How to Fold a Shirt
Knowing how to fold any kind of shirt is an important skill to learn. It is essential when traveling, when access to an iron or clothes press may be limited, but it is still necessary to look smart. Different techniques are necessary depending on the kind of shirt in question.

Folding a Dress Shirt
Always button up a dress shirt before folding it. Lay it out, face down, on a table or other large, flat surface. Pinch the point halfway between the left collar and the shoulder, and the matching point at the bottom of the shirt. Fold in the left edge. At this stage, the left arm is stretching out across the back of the shirt. To rectify this, fold the sleeve back on itself so that it is pointing downward, with the edge of the sleeve running directly down the middle of the shirt's back. Repeat this process for the right side.

The next step is to fold the bottom of the shirt up so it rests beneath the collar. The shirt now has a neatly folded look. To pack the shirt into a tighter space, fold the shirt one more time, from the bottom up to the collar.

Folding a Short-sleeved Shirt
With practice, it is possible to fold any kind of short-sleeved shirt in just a few seconds. To start, lay the shirt out on a table. Draw an imaginary line halfway between the top and bottom of the shirt, and pinch a point on this line one quarter of the way along. Pinch the top of the shirt with the right hand, in line with where the left hand is holding.

Still holding the shirt, cross the right hand over the left hand and grab the bottom of the shirt. Pick up the shirt, quickly uncrossing the arms at the same time. Finally, put the shirt down, and fold it back on itself.


Types of T-shirts
Even when dressing casually, it is important to look neat and presentable. Wearing clothes that have been purposefully distressed or worn in is very different from wearing shabby clothes. It is possible to fold most t-shirts in the same way as any short-sleeved shirt. There are many different t-shirt styles to choose from, and every man should own at least a few.

Style
Description
Best For
Sleeveless

Shoulders are bare

Warm weather

Showing off well-defined arms

Cap sleeve

Sleeves just cover the shoulder

Seen only on women's shirts

Comfort

Emphasizing shoulders

Short-sleeve

Covers half the upper arm

Any occasion or body type

Graphic

Printed graphics

Expressing personality

Embellished

Sequins, rhinestones, bows

Expressing personality

Semi-casual events

Round neck

Modest

Round neckline

Any occasion or body type

V-neck

"V" neck line

Drawing attention to the chest area



Men's fashion magazine "GQ" suggests that all men should have t-shirts with bold, simple graphics rather than intricate ones. Other recommendations include simple v-necks, horizontal stripes in bold colors, and logo t-shirts that pay tribute to musical acts.



How to Buy Shirts on eBay
Consumers can search for any kind of shirts on eBay using the search bar on any eBay page. It is possible to do very general searches, using words like "shirts," but such searches return a vast quantity of results. It is a better idea to be a bit more specific, and search for something like "graphic t-shirts" or "dress shirts." A consumer can also search for specific brands such as Armani or Ralph Lauren, and then filter the results using options such as price and location.


Conclusion
Knowing how to fold a shirt is an important skill to learn. It does not matter if someone is going to a business meeting, a wedding, or a date; it is essential to look smart and presentable, and that means being free from wrinkles. Even on casual shirts, unsightly creases can be the difference between looking cool and relaxed, and looking sloppy and unkempt. Good folding techniques ensure neat shirts, so that it is not necessary to iron them before wearing.