He specifically recommends a blue “end-on-end” cotton twill and a white poplin, both with medium-spread collars. ... Twill: A sturdier, finer fabric with a distinctive diagonal weave.

Those are impressive numbers, sure, but there’s a reason that cotton isn’t California’s state fiber: According to the Department of Agriculture, the United States produced 12.9 million bales ...

A white cotton T-shirt and a linen button-down are both classic summer looks. But which of these fabrics will keep you cooler on a hot, humid day? We spoke to three textile scientists who study ...