The Tamesis
Love stylish finds? Same. While we recommend a lot of stuff every day, what keeps us going is right in the name: for when it feels like a steal. Anything under $300 is fair game. Think of it as a straight line in our wardrobe, backed by fashion math. Expect new names and upcoming brands — highlighted by our editors every week.
La Classica shirt by Comme Si
You’re probably familiar with Comme Si’s most delightfully colorful socks, which brought the brand into fashion in 2019. While the prices for these coveted everyday essentials are getting closer to the high end of what the average consumer might be willing to spend on humble basics, the brand has developed shirts priced just under the sweet spot of $300. What sets these crisp button-down shirts apart from similar high street essential brands is that they’re made in Italy from 100% Italian cotton poplin and finished with delicate mother-of-pearl buttons. Small but powerful details in the design and construction, like the shirt’s box pleats and back yoke, make it a cut above other standard button-down shirts. The fit is relaxed; the shape is roomy while still hugging the shoulders without being called oversized. This cut allows for a tucked-in look or a distressed look. My personal favorite lineup? “Greek” blue. To me, it’s the perfect traditional blue found in men’s tailoring, and is reminiscent of an old women’s shirt I once saw on The Row. This shirt wouldn’t be a Comme Si if it didn’t come in a rainbow of colors, from classic white to maraschino cherry and pastel pink, to suit every wardrobe need. Sometimes I like to style my look with a twist from back to front. —Madeline Fass, Fashion Marketing Director
