From time to time, especially as breezy weather rolls into town, you need to stick with the basics — that doesn’t mean your wardrobe has to turn boring in an instant, though. Yes indeed, there’s a surefire way to wear the top men’s style essentials for summer in a way that’s fresh, easy, breezy and stylish, all the while shaking things up in a way that’s distinctly interesting — yet subtle on the surface. How best to do that?

For starters, stick with one of the best men’s short-sleeve shirts when you want a touch of polish, a dash of easygoing air and a sense of comfort that’s nearly akin to wearing one of your favorite T-shirts. Yes, that’s what you’re getting with the Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve California Shirt, which updates the brand’s iconic Taylor Stitch California Shirt with a more streamlined, sun-friendly construction.

For those days when it’s a touch too hot to wear one of the best denim jackets, yet you still want more polish than even a tee can provide, there’s the soft, easygoing yet sharp Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve California Shirt. Made from 100 percent organic cotton pique (like one of your favorite polos), the fabric is also washed for softness, and yet the Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve California Shirt also boasts the brand’s face-framing, flattering California collar.

For good measure (literally), it comes in useful chest sizes, so you can nail the perfect fit. And of course, it comes in cool colors like Marine Pique or a yellow-hued Oak. This shirt has all the trappings of a new spring and summer favorite, so shop accordingly right this instant.