There are certain instances when building out your spring and summer menswear rotation where it’s advisable to hit things right down the fairway — opt for a breezy classic in matters of tailoring, your trousers or your seasonal shirting.

And there are other times where you can play with the formula ever so slightly and go out on a limb while remaining expertly well-dressed for the season — just with a dash more color or pattern than you might normally wear. And that’s where Todd Snyder, one of America’s foremost menswear designers, can certainly help.

The brand was built on American classics with a modern sensibility, all the while using some of the finest fabrics in the world and more innovative silhouettes at times — like the Todd Snyder Italian Linen Plaid Shirt shown above. In fact, if you’ve been waiting until the thermostat climbs a touch higher to really lean into spring and summer dressing in leisurely, luxe fashion, this might be your best chance yet to embrace the new season at hand.

The Todd Snyder Italian Linen Plaid Shirt boasts the same breezy linen fabrication (more on that in a second) you’ve come to expect from a classic linen shirt, but the pattern is a bit more dashing and eye-catching, as is the point collar and the slightly more relaxed fit — breezy, adventurous in some ways, yet reliably stylish when worn with the rest of your spring and summer favorites.

If you ask me, that’s not a bad thing to have in your style toolbox from time to time, especially if your seasonal plans call for a breezy coastal vacation or perhaps even a long-awaited trip across the pond. The Todd Snyder Italian Linen Plaid Shirt brings a touch of attitude, but can still be worn in classically recognizable ways (try it with cuffed Todd Snyder light wash selvedge denim, for example).

The color and pattern is easygoing and fresh, perfect for wearing untucked with linen trousers in cream or light blue, while the collar gives off a retro, devil-may-care vibe. It’s a more eye-catching, distinctive style move from the designer, a worthwhile change of pace to consider adding to your wardrobe. Of course, tried-and-true staples like a pocket tee or a short-sleeve henley never fail, but when elegant refinement and a chic sense of style calls out to you, consider the Todd Snyder Italian Linen Plaid Shirt.