“Excellent long Cloath and better cheape by 20 percent than anywhere else.”

Endorsement enough to build a fort, develop an industry, found a city. (Land given by the raja of Chandragiri to the East India Company).

Madras, named after the Indian city where it originated, was originally designed to interpret the Scottish regiment tartans.

Three centuries later, Madras is known for its hot curries and cool fabrics.

Traditionally made, exceptionally comfortable cloth for the heat, made in one of the hottest spots on the earth. Colors and patterns in these shirts, however, are not the usual ones.

They’re bolder. Sharper.

Madras Shirt (No.  3617). 100% cotton, made in India. Topstitching around collar, neckline, placket, and armhole. Full-length sleeves with two-button adjustable cuffs. Rounded chest pocket with topstitching. Center back box pleat. Six buttons front placket.

Care Instructions: Machine Washable.