There Really Is a Flannel Shirt For Everyone. It's Time to Find Yours.

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The flannel shirt is the quintessential shirt, really. The primary reason is the material, which is tightly woven, usually wool or cotton, and brushed for softness. It's as warm as it is comfortable. There's also the abundance of patterns—think big plaids and buffalo checks—and an oftentimes-boxy shape that looks good on almost everyone.

The standard flannel shirt has gotten a few tweaks. Gucci, for example, enlisted Chile-based cartoonist Pablo Delcielo to design a detail that's the cat's meow. Celine Homme had Kurt Cobain in mind, exaggerating the proportions of the silhouettes and the pockets in a way that would have made the frontman proud. But if the go-to mountain look is what you’re after, brands like L.L. Bean, Wrangler, and Barbour continue to offer the real deal.

Though these options stem from different points of view, they all pretty much stick to the same mold—one that is rooted insulating your body. That’s pretty much the only box to check when it comes to the best flannel shirts. We have 23 of them just ripe for the picking. The vibe it emits, however, is all up to you.

Camp Flannel Shirt

Legendary Whitetails touts itself as the go-to label for deer hunters, offering durable fits for roaming the great outdoors. But the brand's selection of flannel shirts—with a range of colorways, like this cobalt plaid option that features corduroy-lined cuffs—also works for strutting down city streets.

Chamois Flannel Shirt

At the end of the day, few brands do flannel better than the Bean. The fabric might as well be in the label's DNA.

Slim-Fit Long-Sleeve Flannel Shirt

This fitted button-front shirt made of super soft mid-weight flannel is the ideal top for would-be blues travelers (or actual ones).

Long Sleeve Sherpa-Lined Flannel Shirt

Of course the brand beloved by cowboys and fans of Yellowstone offers a flannel shirt jacket that'll keep you warm on even the chilliest nights out in the canyons.

Modern Flannel Shirt

Soft, sturdy, and supremely comfortable is how a modern flannel should look and feel. Everlane knocks it out of the park with this style.

Soft Knit Overshirt

With four-way stretch fabric, this flannel was—like most of Lululemon's clothes—made to be lived in to its fullest extent.

Midweight Flannel Workshirt

J.Crew keeps things chic and cozy in this soft, midweight flannel, made from sustainable cotton.

Arroyo Flannel Shirt

Made from heavyweight organic cotton, TNF's take on the flannel is a winter essential, perfect for layering on chilly days.

Lennox Shirt

Famous for flannels, Rails delivers quality shirts that you can never have too many of.

All Time Shirt

The perfect layering piece, if we ever saw it. Unbuttoned or buttoned, with jeans or chinos, this is a flannel you'll reach for time and time again.

Stretch Lightweight Flannel Shirt

Don't overthink your flannel—sometimes, a simple option that you can pair with any jeans and tee is all you need.

Loose Fit Heavyweight Flannel

Carhartt is known for making durable, tough pieces, and this flannel is a quintessential workwear vibe.

Flannel Checked Long-Sleeve Shirt

With oversized checks and a neutral color palette, you can pair this flannel with just about anything in your closet and be on your way out the door.

WARMKNIT Flannel Shirt

The must-have piece for fall and winter, this flannel is cozier than your favorite sweater. It feels lightweight, but the fabric's tech traps in heat and lets out moisture—say bye-bye to sweat and hello to warm winter nights.

Classic Fit Plaid Flannel Workshirt

PRL makes the ultimate flannel for summer outings. Wear with your favorite khakis and boat shoes, and you're all set.

Long Sleeve Plaid Flannel

I don't know about you, but this is what I envision when someone says "flannel": something soft, cozy, and red.

Flannel Shirt

Going for a flannel with a neutral color palette means you can wear it with just about anything. This one looks as good in the office as it does in the outdoors.

Long Sleeve Casual Plaid Flannel

Made from cotton that feels pre-worn in for you, this is a flannel that'll get you through even the coldest, grayest days of fall.

Julian Plaid Shirt

For an elevated, refined take on the flannel, Bugatchi has a slim-fitting one that feels a little more put-together.

Checked Cotton-Flannel Shirt

Celine Homme captures the grungey, boy-ish look that only a flannel straight out of the early '90s (or a Celine Homme collection itself) can have.

Duck Flannel-Lined Shirt

Come to Dickies for the stuff that's tough enough for actual workwear and cool enough for Brooklyn.

Checked Cotton-Flannel Shirt

If anyone can make a flannel look and feel luxurious, its Brunello Cucinelli. This midweight cotton option is soft AF.

Flannel Western Shirt In Brown

If you're looking for a lighter shade, you can't go wrong with this classic and durable choice from Stetson.

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