Not every shirt needs to sit heavy on you. This is the lighter end of the VIVA catalogue, built around crochet, mesh and net fabric for anyone who wants a shirt that breathes rather than one that just covers you up. If you're after a knit shirt men can layer over a plain tee or wear on its own, this is the collection to start with.
The Net and Crochet Range
A crochet shirt from VIVA is worked in an open weave that lets air through, which is the whole point once the weather turns warm. Our net shirt and net shirt for men styles come in the same idea, just with a tighter mesh shirt weave for anyone who wants a bit less see-through and a bit more coverage. Net shirt mens sizing runs from S to XL across most of the range, and a net shirt design usually shows up as a striped or solid weave depending on the drop.
See through shirt styles sit at the sheer end of the collection, worn best over a plain tee or vest rather than alone. A sheer shirt men look works the same way, and fishnet shirt men and transparent shirt men styles both give you that layered effect without needing to buy a separate undershirt.
Fabric and Fit
Crochet clothing holds its shape differently than a regular cotton shirt, since the open weave means the fabric stretches a little more without losing form. Crochet apparel from VIVA is finished the same way regardless of colour, so a lighter shade wears exactly like a darker one in terms of durability. Fitted t shirts and a loose fit shirt option are both available if you want to wear the net or mesh shirt men style closer to the body instead of loose.
Style Notes
A summer knit shirt works well as a beach or resort layer, which is why beach shirt men and resort shirt men both search for the same kind of fabric we stock here. Textured shirt men who want something with more visual detail than a plain weave usually go for the crochet knit shirt combinations in the collection, and a party wear shirt men look pulls from the same sheer and mesh pieces styled a little sharper. Party shirt men pakistan searches usually land on this exact range once people realise a see through shirt men can double as evening wear, not just a beach layer.
New fashion shirt drops come through this collection often, since crochet and net styles change up faster than a standard cotton shirt. Vintage shirts cuts show up occasionally too, usually in the crochet shirt design line, giving the collection a mix of current trends and older weaves brought back.
Why Shop This Collection
Casual shirts for men looking for something outside the usual cotton and polyester rotation tend to end up here first. Shirts for men who want an easy layering piece, and men shirts in general that don't feel like every other rack in the market, both fit what this collection is built around. Stylish shirts for men and a stylish shirt pick from this range works just as well thrown over shorts as it does with a pair of trousers, and a full sleeve t shirt from the same collection covers cooler evenings when a short sleeve net shirt isn't quite enough. Men's long sleeve shirts in crochet weave are limited to a few drops a year, so they tend to sell out faster than the short sleeve versions. Summer shirts for men shopping specifically for the hot months usually build their whole order around this one collection alone.
How to Style Your Net or Crochet Shirt
A see through shirt works best layered, not worn alone. Pair a crochet shirt over a plain tank or fitted tee for daily wear, or leave it open over a plain white tee for something more relaxed. For evenings out, a net shirt buttoned most of the way up with straight fit trousers reads as smart casual rather than beachwear. Mesh shirt men styles in darker shades layer cleaner under a jacket if the weather turns cooler halfway through the day.
Caring for Crochet and Net Fabric
Crochet and net weaves need a bit more care than a regular cotton shirt. Hand wash where possible, or use a gentle machine cycle in cold water with the shirt turned inside out. Avoid wringing the fabric, since the open weave can stretch out of shape if pulled too hard while wet. Lay flat to dry rather than hanging, which keeps the crochet pattern from sagging at the shoulders. Iron on a low setting if needed, and always from the inside.
Sizing Note
Net shirt mens sizing runs from S to XL across most of this collection, with a slightly relaxed fit built in since the open weave sits differently than a solid cotton shirt. If you're between sizes, sizing up usually gives a better drape for the see through and mesh styles, while sizing true to your normal fit works fine for the tighter net weaves.
Size Chart
Size
Chest (inches)
Length (inches)
Sleeve (inches)
S
38
27
24
M
40
28
24.5
L
42
29
25
XL
44
30
25.5
Since crochet and net weaves have a bit of natural stretch, sizing up by one is common if you prefer a looser drape. Check the size guide on each product page for exact figures.
Net and Crochet Shirts or Regular Cotton Shirts, Which One to Pick
Feature
Net and Crochet Shirts
Regular Cotton Shirts
Best For
Layering, warm weather, standout pieces
Everyday wear, all seasons
Fabric
Open weave crochet, net or mesh
Solid cotton
Styling
Worn over a tee or vest, rarely alone
Can be worn alone
Occasion
Casual, beach, evening layering
Casual to semi formal
If you want something you can wear on its own rather than layered, our Full Sleeve Shirts and Short Sleeve Shirts collections cover the regular cotton side of the wardrobe.
Pairs Well With
A crochet or net shirt from this collection looks best over a plain tee from our catalogue, paired with a straight fit trouser or shorts depending on the occasion. Visit our Trousers collection to build the full outfit.
