For guys who value both their schedule and their style, finding a good wrinkle-free dress shirt isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a necessity.
Taking shirts to the dry cleaner is both inconvenient and expensive, and ironing… well, ironing just plain sucks.
Before you can even start to iron shirts you have to set up the board, make sure the iron has water in it, plug it in and wait God-knows-how-long for it to heat up.
Then you have to meticulously go over every inch of your shirt, being careful not to miss a spot, create new creases or accidentally burn the damn thing.
Fortunately for those of us who are short on time but high on style, you no longer need to iron dress shirts or waste money at the cleaners to avoid wrinkles and look well put together.
Nowadays a wide selection of brands offer stylish, machine washable and wrinkle-free shirts made from synthetic fabrics that don’t need to be ironed after every wear.
To help you look sharp without slaving over an iron or shelling out for the cleaner, in this post we’ve rounded up more than a dozen of the best wrinkle-free dress shirts on the market.
Top Picks↓
You can learn (a lot) more about each shirt below, but here’s a quick run down of our favorites:
- Best Overall: Mizzen + Main Leeward
- Best Athletic Fit: State and Liberty Performance Dress Shirts
- Best Button Down: Bonobos Tech Button Down Shirt
- Best Budget Option: Van Heusen Poplin Solid Dress Shirt
- Best for Summer/Warm Weather: Mizzen + Main Monaco
Best Overall:
Mizzen + Main Leeward
Best Athletic Fit:
State and Liberty Performance Dress Shirts
Best Button Down:
Bonobos Tech Button Down Shirt
Best Budget Option:
Van Heusen Poplin Solid Dress Shirt
Best for Summer/Warm Weather:
Mizzen + Main Monaco
Who Wrote This Article
Irreverent Gent Founder and Editor-in-Chief Dave Bowden has been a service journalist for more than a decade. His style advice and menswear recommendations have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, New York Magazine, and Men’s Health, among many other outlets.
How We Created This List
Level of Wrinkle Resistance
Fabric Blend and Quality
Fit, Cut and Style Features
To create this list, Dave drew from his personal experience wearing a wide range of wrinkle-free and non-iron shirts—including some of the specific models listed below, which are marked “Reviewed & Approved.”
For us, the best wrinkle free shirts combine high quality and sharp style, so we looked for shirts that combine strong fabric blends with a high degree of wrinkle resistance.
In terms of style, we looked for wrinkle-resistant shirts in modern, tapered fits, and gave extra points to the ones that go beyond basic white shirts and offer a broad range of colors, patterns, fits and sizes.
To learn more about how we rate and review products, check out our product review and round up policy here.
The Best Men’s Wrinkle-Free Dress Shirts
Rounding Up the Best Non-Iron Dress Shirts on the Market
Overall Best Non-Iron Dress Shirt ↓
Mizzen + Main Leeward
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 88% Polyester, 12% Spandex
- Colors/Patterns Available: 29
- Available in trim or classic fit
- Also available in two lengths: regular or tall
Why We Like It:
Mizzen + Main specializes in making shirts that resist wrinkles and sweat in equal measure.
Their Leeward dress shirt uses a fairly lightweight, wrinkle-resistant fabric with the perfect amount of stretch and structure. (Although they do have a shirt that’s even lighter weight, about which more below.)
It looks like a rather dapper classic dress shirt, but provides the kind of comfort you’d expect from gym clothes, making it a natural choice for our top pick.
But if you prefer a different style, M+M also offers different types of shirts that sport a more casual look, including ones with a button-down collar and the kind that are designed to be left untucked.
Why Some Might Not:
Honestly, there’s not much to dislike here unless you’re a stickler for natural fabrics, in which case you might want to try one of the 100 percent cotton shirts listed below.
But it’s worth noting that the only way to turn an all-cotton shirt into one that’s wrinkle-resistant is by giving it a non iron treatment that uses chemical resin, which most people wouldn’t consider “natural.”
So, purists who want untreated fabrics may have to settle for some wrinkles, but for everyone else, the Leeward is a great choice.
Best for an Athletic Body Type ↓
State and Liberty Performance Dress Shirts
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: Four-way stretch performance polyester/spandex fabric
- Colors/Patterns Available: Approx. 100
- Moisture-wicking
- Tapered, athletic fit
Why We Like It:
State & Liberty’s entire line of “Performance” dress shirt is made from a polyester/spandex blend that’s highly wrinkle-resistant, and in keeping with the brand’s focus on athletic-fit clothes for guys in good shape.
In addition to being wrinkle-resistant, it’s also sweat-wicking and breathable, and comes with a hidden-button under the collar that keeps it looking stiff, sharp and sophisticated.
In addition to superior performance and high style, the other thing that’s nice about S&L’s shirts is the price tag. At less than 100 bucks they’re a great value buy, and quite a bit cheaper than the Leeward.
Why Some Might Not:
The whole brand is focused on guys who are in good shape, so their shirts all have a tapered, v-shape cut.
As a middle-aged dad with a body that positively screams “I’m a middle-aged dad,” I actually find that the shirts still fit well and are quite flattering.
But some guys might be deterred by the v-shape and feel like S&L isn’t the best choice for them.
Best Button Down ↓
Bonobos Tech Button Down Shirt
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 93% Nylon, 7% Spandex
- Colors/Patterns Available: 24
- Available in slim, tailored, standard or athletic fits
- Also available in regular, short or long lengths
Why We Like It:
I recommended Bonobos as my top choice for button-down oxford shirts when I was interviewed by New York Magazine’s Strategist blog.
So it’s probably not a huge surprise that I’m also a big fan of their wrinkle-free dress shirt offerings, too.
In addition to a great fit and wrinkle-free material, what’s cool about the tech button down shirt is all the options it provides:
It’s available in more than 20 different color/pattern combos, and it allows you to choose not just the size, but also the shirt cut and length, so you can get a shirt that’s practically custom-made to fit both your body and your style.
Why Some Might Not:
My biggest nit to pick with Bonobos is that their “tech button down” is not, in fact, a button down.
As the good folks over at Primer have explained, “A button up is a shirt that buttons up the front of the body,” whereas “a button down is a shirt that has buttons on the collar points that you can, well, button down.”
This is an admittedly small gripe, but one that bugs me, especially from a brand like Bonobos, which I would expect to know the difference.
Best Budget Option ↓
Van Heusen Poplin Solid Dress Shirt
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton
- Colors/Patterns Available: 21
- Available in Fitted or Regular Fit
- Available in 40 different size configurations that combine various neck sizes and sleeve lengths
Why We Like It:
The preferred men’s shirt brand of Dunder Mifflin’s Todd Packer, Van Heusen has been offering solid dress shirts at an affordable price for more than a decade now.
Their poplin and polyester wrinkle-resistant dress shirts pack a lot of punch for the price point:
They have a traditional point collar, come in more than 20 various colors and are made from a poly/cotton blend that’s highly resistant to wrinkles.
Plus they come in two different cuts, a relaxed fit and the more tapered, “fitted” version pictured above, all for less than 40 bucks.
Why Some Might Not:
You tend to get what you pay for, so while Van Heusen may be the best choice if you don’t want to spend much money, this particular shirt isn’t the best quality option.
The other thing to note is that it’s only available in solid colors, so if you want a different look (like a checked, plaid or gingham pattern) you’ll have to look elsewhere.
Best Wrinkle-Free Shirt for Summer↓
Mizzen + Main Monaco
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 88% Polyester, 12% Spandex
- Colors/Patterns Available: 20
- Available in trim or classic fit
- Also available in two lengths: regular or tall
Why We Like It:
While the Leeward above is a great all-around pick that will work for most guys, if you want a super lightweight shirt for summer, the Monaco is probably your best bet.
It has the same good looks, wrinkle-resistance and fit options as the Leeward, but it’s even lighter weight, making it great for warmer climates and/or guys like me, who run hot and tend to sweat on a daily basis, no matter the temperature.
Why Some Might Not:
Since this one is lighter than regular shirts, it’s probably not the best choice for guys who live in a cold climate and/or want something they can wear in winter.
The Best of the Rest ↓
Nowadays everyone from classic menswear brands to direct-to-consumer startups offer wrinkle-free clothes, so while the shirts above represent our top picks in each of their respective sub-categories, they’re hardly the only good options on the market.
Below we’ve rounded up nearly a dozen more stylish, well-made and wrinkle-free shirts that are worth considering.
Note: One well known brand that’s apparently getting out of the wrinkle-free game is Banana Republic. We previously included their non-iron shirts on our list, but they’re no longer available. We’ll keep an eye on Banana’s website and update this post if/when they come back.
Western Rise Limitless Merino Button-Down
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 53% Australian Merino wool, 47% Polyester
- Colors/Patterns Available: 5
Why We Like It:
As a company that’s better known for athleisure and activewear than business or formal clothes, Western Rise might seem like an odd choice for this list.
But their Limitless Merino dress shirt is one of the softest and most comfortable wrinkle-free dress shirt I’ve ever worn.
With a blend of 53 percent merino wool and 47 percent polyester, it has the softness of a good sweater and the sweat-wicking properties of gym clothes.
But the slim fit and (actual) button-down collar make it more than dressy enough to wear to a business meeting, and even pair with a well-fitting suit.
And the best part? The shirt requires no ironing whatsoever. Just throw it in the washing machine on a delicate cycle, and hang it up to dry.
Why Some Might Not:
The combination of the button down collar and merino fabric makes this a more relaxed shirt than some of the others on this list, so it’s not the best choice if you’re looking for something more formal.
Rhone Commuter Shirt
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: “Fine Italian fabric”
- Colors/Patterns Available: 24
- Available in straight-point or semi-spread collar
- Also available in classic or slim fit
Why We Like It:
Rhone makes a variety of slim fit shirts with both short and long sleeves, but this model is basically their flagship shirt.
Made from lightweight Italian flex-knit fabric, it’s stretchy in all the right places but still formal enough to dress up.
In addition to the stretch and sweat-wicking properties that you don’t get from cotton blends, this shirt also has a cool trick up its… well, collar.
Like the Mizzen + Main shirts above, this one has hidden buttons under the collar that help keep it in place, but without revealing that it’s a button-down.
The result is a more formal look (button-downs are inherently more casual) that’s wrinkle-resistant and stretches in all the right places.
Why Some Might Not:
Rhone describes their fabric blend as being “fine Italian fabric,” but doesn’t elaborate.
The reviews are excellent and Rhone has a really solid reputation, so I feel more than comfortable recommending this one, but I wish they’d elaborate on their fabric blend, especially since I haven’t been able to try it out for myself yet.
Lululemon New Venture Shirt
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 52% Elastomultiester, 34% Recycled polyester, 14% Nylon
- Colors/Patterns Available: 5
Why We Like It:
You probably didn’t expect to see brands like Lululemon popping on a list of men’s dress shirts, but their ​New Venture is a wrinkle-resistant, stylish and high quality shirt that’s worth considering.
Made from a blend of elastomultiester (better known as lycra), recycled polyester and nylon, it’s cottony soft, but the four-way stretch fabric contours to your body to provide a perfect fit.
It’s available in five colors, never has to be dry cleaned or ironed, and can easily go from the office to the bar, or from the wedding ceremony to the dance floor.
Why Some Might Not:
As alluded to above, some guys aren’t comfortable buying dress shirts from an athleisure brand, and even if you are, you might prefer a brand like Rhone, that’s more focused on menswear.
But don’t dismiss Lululemon just because it made its name on women’s yoga pants. They’ve moved pretty heavily into menswear over the past few years, and their fabric blends are among the best in the business.
Brooks Brothers Ainsley
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 97% Cotton, 3% Spandex
- Colors/Patterns Available: 6
- Available in slim, regular or traditional fit
- Choose from 10 neck sizes and 6 sleeve lengths
Why We Like It:
Dress shirts don’t get much more formal, traditional or unimpeachbale than this model from Brooks Brothers.
The classic collar and barrel cuffs make it look like something that Don Draper might have worn to the office, but the 3% spandex gives it a little bit of stretch (and wrinkle resistance), making it feel more modern.
Why Some Might Not:
The patch pocket on the chest casualizes the shirt a little and distinguishes it as a business-focused offeirng.
It’s a great option if you’re looking for wrinkle-free free work shirts, but maybe not the best choice for pairing with formal wear.
J.Crew Bowery
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 98% Cotton, 2% Elastane
- Colors/Patterns Available: 22
- Specially treated so it’s less likely to wrinkle
- Available in classic, slim or tall shirt fit
- Also available with point, spread or button down collars
Why We Like It:
As a rule of thumb, any time you’re looking for something at Banana Republic, it’s probably a good idea to also check out J.Crew.
The two brands are quite close competitors, and while Banana’s non-iron options may be gone, fortunately J.Crew has their own comfortable, stretchy and wrinkle-resistant men’s shirt.
Their Bowery slim-fit shirt is available in a number of different colors and patterns, and made from a cotton base that’s specially treated for increased wrinkle resistance.
Why Some Might Not:
Like the Brooks Brothers shirt above, this is a proper dress shirt that’s best paired with formal wear, but not as easy to wear casually.
Charles Tyrwhitt Non-Iron Twill Shirt
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 100% Cotton
- Colors/Patterns Available: 16
- All cotton, but treated with non-iron finish
- Available in classic, slim or extra slim fit
- Choose from 10 collar sizes and 7 sleeve lengths
- Choose barrel cuffs or French cuffs
Why We Like It:
Charles Tyrwhitt – or Charles Tyrwhitt Jermyn Street London, to use its full name – is one of the best brands to turn to for classic British styling.
Their non-iron twill shirt is about as classic and unimpeachable as a dress shirt gets.
It’s made with high-quality cotton that’s treated with a non-iron finish, comes in a wide range of fits and colors, and features a split yoke, which helps accommodate the natural curves of your shoulders more comfortably.
Why Some Might Not:
The quality here is second to none, but you’ll pay for the privilege.
Tyrwhitt’s shirts cost more than 100 bucks each, which is definitely on the higher end for this list.
The Tie Bar
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 100% Cotton
- Colors/Patterns Available: 2
- Available in trim or standard fit
- Choose from 9 neck sizes and 3 sleeve lengths
Why We Like It:
The Tie Bar may have started out with accessories, but today they have everything from a polo shirt and a classic white button-down to pants, sweaters and even outerwear.
Their non-iron dress shirt is simple, classic and unimpeachable, with a semi-spread collar that’s versatile enough to be worn with or without a tie.
Like some of the shirts above, it’s made from soft cotton but treated to be non-iron, comes in either a standard or trim fit, and offers plenty of options for neck size and sleeve length, making it easy to get a good fit.
Why Some Might Not:
Unfortunately there are only two color options available here, white and light blue. Those are arguably the two most classic dress shirt colors, which is good, but I wish they provided a few more options.
Lands End
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 100% Supima cotton
- Colors/Patterns Available: Approx. 50
- All cotton, but treated with non-iron finish
- Available in regular or tall lengths
- Available in traditional or tailored fit
- Available with straight or button down collar
- Big and tall sizes also available
Why We Like It:
Land’s End is better known for casual staples than dress shirts, but they carry a pretty impressive range of wrinkle-free shirts in a wide variety of colors, cuts, sizes and styles.
I’m only 5’9″ (on a good day) so a regular fit works quite well for me, but if you’re on the taller end of the spectrum, you can fuck right off might appreciate the fact that most of their shirts come in both regular and tall sizes.
Why Some Might Not:
While they do offer tall sizes, a lot of their shirts only come in their “traditional” fit, as opposed to slim fit, so they’re not the best choice for slim or skinny guys.
Eddie Bauer Voyager Flex Shirt
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: Varies by color/pattern, but all blend cotton and polyester with either spandex or elastane
- Colors/Patterns Available: 10
- Available in regular or tall lengths
Why We Like It:
And speaking of brands that are better known for casual clothes, Eddie Bauer probably isn’t the first, second or thirteenth name that comes to mind when you think of dress shirts.
But their Voyager shirt is worth considering if you’re looking for a versatile button down.
Like Land’s End, they offer both regular and tall sizes, and they have a great variety of patterns plaids and checks in addition to classic solid colors like white, blue and gray.
Why Some Might Not:
While the patterns are great, ol’ Eddie only offers one “universal fit.”
It’s a pretty classic fit that should work fairly well for most guys, but it would be nice if they offered more specific options.
Calvin Klein Non Iron Solid Dress Shirt
Notable Features:
- Fabric Blend: 100% Cotton
- Colors/Patterns Available: 6
- Available in 42 different size configurations that combine various neck sizes and sleeve lengths
Why We Like It:
Calvin Klein might be the best known brand of men’s underwear in the world, but it’s offerings go well beyond the underwear drawer.
The veteran American designer has been making a wide range of stylish and wearable menswear for decades, and their non-iron dress shirt is as slim, straightforward and classic as you’d expect.
Why Some Might Not:
This is a true slim fit, so if you need (or just prefer) a little extra fabric through the midsection, you might want to scroll back up and look for an option that provides a regular or classic fit.
The Recap ↓
Summary
Each of our top picks combines strong fabric quality with a high degree of wrinkle resistance and a broad range of colors, patterns, fits and sizes, so you can skip the annoyance of ironing without sacrificing style.
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