It sounds simple, roll up your sleeves. But trust us, a carefully folded armband can ruin even the most polished look. On the other hand, a perfect precision roller can do it. Whether it’s just sunny or you get warm under the collar at work, it is more important than ever to know which technique works best for
shirt
you wear.
For example, lighter fabrics like linen wrinkle easily and it’s hard to avoid, so embrace it, but by making sure your folded sleeves are clean and trimmed, you’ll prevent the look from leaning towards oily skin. For smart dressers who are worried that a roller will look at their territory Too much
Casual
, there are options that show that your roller is useful while nailing the practical side.
Context is also essential – the roll you choose for a Oxford shirt litter in the park may differ from that worn during a interview Like what. These four rollers will allow you to compose the formality up or down while allowing your arms to breathe in hot weather.
Military roller
Although it is considered the classic and traditional way to roll up shirt sleeves, the military roller is often overlooked for a quick fix. But this technique is simpler than you think and when executed correctly with military precision, will only help in the sharpness of your look. If your wrists have a patterned interior, this is also a good way to show it.
Step by step
- Unbutton your wrists and smooth the folds of your sleeve
- Bend the sleeve so that the cuff reaches the inside of your elbow. This should be about two widths of the cuff
- Next, fold from the bottom of the sleeve to cover the cuff, leaving a glimpse of the end of the cuff sticking out
- To cancel, hold the top edge of the cuff and pull down
Forearm roller
The most casual roller, forearm roller is perfect when you’re on the go, as it can be done in seconds. This technique, which reveals only a third of your arm, gives your more structured shirts a feeling of relaxation and rest and is subtle enough not to interfere with the intelligence sought.
Step by step
- Unbutton your wrists and smooth the folds of your sleeve
- Fold the sleeve once, the width of the cuff
- Bend the width of an armband once more
- Run your hands inside to make sure the roller is loose enough
High-Roller
If you want to send an invitation to the weapons show to all the people nearby, the technique of high-roller is for you. Maybe you have tattoos that you want to show off or you really need to roll up your sleeves to get stuck in manual labor; Either way, it’s best to roll before putting on your shirt, but if you’re already in the office, this may not be the best idea.
Step by step
- Fold your sleeve over the width of the cuff
- Repeat the first step again to cover the fold, hiding the cuff
- Fold in the same way twice more until the cuff is above the elbow
Basic roller
Of all the techniques listed, this is the one you would probably intuitively use first. The clue is in the name – it’s a simple and effective technique that works on all types of shirts. Use it at its best on your long-sleeved casual shirts with wider arms, as plenty of fabric is needed to make it a comfortable choice.
Step by step
- Unbutton your wrists and smooth the folds of your sleeve
- Fold your sleeve once, the width of the cuff
- Run your hands inside to make sure the roller is loose enough and the fabric is smooth
- Repeat the roller in step two until the cuff rests on the inside of your elbow
Do’s and Don’ts to roll up your shirt sleeves
Roll your workwear shirts
Rolling up your sleeves is synonymous with hard work and getting the job done. So it’s a look that works particularly well on flannel shirts and denim shirts – even if your 9-5 is in a jeweled co-working space rather than a woodyard.
Don’t peel off
Rolling up your sleeves can dress up an office outfit, but that doesn’t mean you have to lose the tie at the same time. Just keep the rollers clean, symmetrical and no higher than the elbow.
Keep it symmetrical
Always use the same roller on both arms to avoid looking unbalanced (and a little lazy).
Do not roll the armband once
Unless it’s a French cuff, which is always rolled up and buttoned, rolling your shirt cuff for a single roll feels like a strange-looking, unfinished, halfway house.
Keep the dress code in mind
While you get by at weddings once the speeches and photos are over and all the free wine is gone, rolling up your sleeves on other formal occasions is a no-no. Never do this with a black tie.
Shirt,
Turnbull & Asser
; photography
Charlie Thomas
From SAM HIGGINS Original Article – How To Roll Your Shirt Sleeves: 4 Easy Options