STYLE GUIDE: The essential modern Tang Shirt Jacket

There are few styles in Chinese-inspired fashion more iconic than the Tang jacket.
Shanghai Tang introduces a refreshed approach to this quintessential style with the new ‘Cotton-linen Tang Shirt Jacket’ .
For those seeking an easy way to inject modern Chinese chic into their daily wardrobe, this new item might be your answer.

This new unisex design combines a shirt and light jacket in one and offers such versatility in terms of styling,
making it the essential piece for Spring and Summer.

Here are 3 (of many!) ways to style it.
Nautical Chic

Blue and white are a failsafe and ever-trendy match. Try this nautical-style combo by pairing our navy or pale blue Tang shirt jacket with white or off-white bottoms.

Opt for flowy wide-leg pants or chino shorts to achieve that easy summery look.
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Tuck in the shirt hem for a more polished appeal. For a more laidback look, leave the hem untucked over the shorts.

TIP: Slip-ons add the perfect relaxed finish to this outfit.
Modern Chinese Preppy

Give the timeless preppy style a new interpretation by replacing your regular shirt with this modern Tang shirt jacket.

With its mandarin collar and handmade frog buttons, the Tang shirt jacket has a naturally scholarly look that goes well with smart casual outfits.
It pairs equally well with chinos, cargo pants, culottes or skirts for a look that will take you from desk to dinner.
EXTRA TIP: Layer a cardigan over the Tang shirt jacket. The overlapping frog button plackets add a whole new dimension of layering to your outfit.
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Athleisure Ace

If you thought hoodies and zip jackets were the only outerwear that can pull off the athleisure look, this might change your mind.

Wear this versatile Tang shirt jacket over jogging pants, leggings or even shorts to nail the perfect balance between sporty and smart.
The 4 Unique Features
Modern Boxy Cut & Flattering Fit

This Tang shirt jacket is updated with a modern boxy silhouette that flatters the body shape with clean and straight lines. It is tailored with a slightly cropped fit which visually elongates proportions.

It retains all of Shanghai Tang’s signature elements, such as the mandarin collar and handmade frog buttons, while bringing a fresh perspective with new details.

An oversized pocket, inspired by traditional Chinese blue workwear, is strategically positioned at mid-chest. Offering not just practicality, the pocket’s unique placement offsets proportion to create a playful look for the Tang shirt silhouette.
Summer-ready Cotton-linen Fabric

It’s essential to have breathable clothing in the summertime, especially for those of us living in humid, sub-tropical climates. This Tang shirt jacket is crafted from a lightweight and breathable blend of cotton and linen with a crisp handfeel, making it the perfectly comfortable choice for summer.

At the same time, it offers easy coverage and works great as a light jacket for chilly air-conditioned spaces as well as in-between seasons.
2 Styles In 1

Versatile Unisex Styling

A novel spin on the classic Chinese style, this shirt-meets-jacket design combines elements of the Tang jacket with the button cuffs of shirts for enhanced versatility. It can be worn buttoned up as a standalone shirt or as a light jacket for layering days.
Stylish Soothing Shades

This style is offered in 3 delicious shades suitable for summer and beyond. Besides SS20’s trending mint green and soothing pale blue options to add to your light-coloured wardrobe, the navy option echoes the look of a denim shirt and is an all-round piece for everyday styling.
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