Layer it open over a white t-shirt for afternoons that warm up unexpectedly—a reliable move in Indian summers when you can't commit to short sleeves alone

The structured cotton holds its shape without stretch

densely woven to hold its shape through regular wear and washing—a detail that matters in the Indian heat

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Basics Slim Fit Storm Green Twill Checks Halfsleeves Shirt 21BSH46602 Layer it open over aStorm Green twill checks in a slim fitthis 100% cotton shirt cuts a sharp line without the bulk. The fabric runs at a mid weight 140 GSM, dense enough to hold its shape through the day but breathable enough for Indian summers when you're moving between air conditioned offices and outdoor meetings. The checks themselves sit at a refined 1cm scale, small enough to read as a solid from a distance but detailed up close. Pair this with tailored trousers or