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Navy Viscose Printed Shirt
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Inkwell Navy Viscose Printed Halfsleeves Shirt
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Inkwell Navy Viscose Printed Shirt
₹ 1,399
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Men's Navy Cotton-Viscose Shirts
Navy cotton-viscose shirts sit in a practical middle ground—they're less formal than pure cotton, more breathable than synthetics, and they drape with a slight fluidity that reads well in both office and weekend settings. The cotton-viscose blend we use runs at 65% cotton, 35% viscose, which gives you the durability and absorbency of cotton paired with viscose's natural sheen and softness against skin. This composition works particularly well during India's shoulder seasons (October-November, February-March) when you need something that moves air without clinging. Navy is the working neutral here—it pairs with greys, blacks, and earth tones without demanding attention, making these shirts reliable for rotation across casual Fridays, client meetings, and dinners out. The viscose component does require a slightly gentler wash cycle and should be dried on low heat or hung to avoid shrinkage; the blend is more forgiving than pure viscose but less robust than 100% cotton in terms of repeated high-temperature washing.
Why Choose Basics Life Shirts?
- Premium fabric — sourced from India's top mills, pre-washed for softness
- True-to-size fits — slim, tapered, regular & comfort options for every body type
- Made in India — designed and stitched at our own facilities for full quality control
- Best-in-class value — direct-to-customer pricing without retail markups
- 30-day free returns — try at home, return free if it doesn't fit your style
- COD & UPI Available
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How does a cotton-viscose blend wear compared to 100% cotton?
Cotton-viscose blends drape with more fluidity and have a softer hand feel, while pure cotton is stiffer and takes longer to soften. Viscose adds a subtle sheen and breathes slightly better in humid conditions, but blends require gentler care—avoid high heat drying and heavy bleach. For Indian summers, pure cotton is more forgiving; for layered, climate-controlled spaces, the blend's drape advantage becomes more noticeable.
Will this navy shirt fade or lose color after a few washes?
Navy from quality dyes holds well through 15-20 washes before you'll notice subtle fading. Viscose-blend fabrics benefit from cold water washing and turning the shirt inside-out during the first 3-4 washes. Avoid direct sunlight when line-drying; shade drying preserves depth. The cotton content anchors the dye better than pure viscose would, so color retention is solid for regular wear.
Is navy too formal for everyday casual wear?
Navy reads as neutral, not formal. It works equally well with chinos, jeans, or shorts depending on fit and styling. The key is fabric—this cotton-viscose blend has enough drape and softness that it avoids looking stiff or corporate. Wear it untucked with casual trousers or tuck it into chinos for slightly more polish. The shade won't fight against casual styling.
How should I size this if I'm between sizes?
Cotton-viscose blends shrink slightly more than pure cotton—expect 2-3% shrinkage in length and width if machine washed in warm water. If you're borderline, size up slightly. Check our size chart against your favorite-fitting shirt (lay it flat, measure shoulder seam-to-seam and armpit-to-armpit). The viscose adds drape, so a slightly roomier fit won't feel oversized.
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Since 1985, BASICS LIFE has been making menswear that lasts. 123+ retail stores across South India and a growing online catalog. Premium fabrics, considered fits, four decades of craft in every stitch.
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