Scotch & Soda
Semi-Plain Indigo Knit Shirt Regular Fit
Scotch & Soda Semi-Plain Indigo Knit Shirt is a regular-fit, long-sleeve button-up shirt made from 100% cotton lightweight textured knit with an indigo crosshatch pattern. It features long roll sleeves with button tabs, two chest flap pockets with button closures, and a button placket. Designed for casual wear, this shirt offers a comfortable, relaxed fit and can be worn buttoned or open.
- Color
- Indigo
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
A regular fit knit shirt in indigo with roll sleeves and flap pockets, crafted from lightweight textured cotton.
Long roll sleeves with button tabs, two flap pockets
- Color
- Indigo · blue
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Style
- casual, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- 100% cotton lightweight textured knit
- regular fit
- long roll sleeves with button tabs
- two flap pockets
- semi-plain indigo design
- knit construction
- button-tab sleeve roll detail
- lightweight knit fabric
- casual shirt style
Product Insights
A knit safari shirt that blends military-inspired design with soft, breathable comfort; its indigo dye crocks mildly and fades gradually, while flap pockets and roll-up sleeves add utility but pockets may sag when loaded.
- Appearance
Knit fabric has a subtle irregular grid pattern, not solid or flat twill.
Why this is supported
The shirt's product listing describes a 'lightweight textured knit', and product images confirm a dense irregular grid pattern of lighter threads on a dark indigo ground, producing a non-solid appearance that differs from the uniform twill of standard denim shirts. This matches the 'semi-plain indigo' finish noted in secondary research.
- Fading
Indigo crocking is mild and temporary; excess dye washes away without permanent staining.
Why this is supported
Indigo crocking on this cotton knit is observed to be mild and temporary, with excess dye behaving like fine chalk dust that washes away without permanently staining the item. Cotton's natural tendency contributes to reduced crocking.
Indigo on cellulose and bast fibers such as cotton, linen and hemp appear to crock less
botanicalcolors.comThis behavior is consistent with the fabric's properties, and the effect is not permanent.
- Safari design
Knit safari shirt focuses on comfort; flap pockets may sag when loaded.
Why this is supported
The shirt recasts the classic safari silhouette in a lightweight knit, shifting from rugged performance to comfort-driven styling.
Classic safari shirts were cut from woven cotton drill or linen for structure and durability in the field; Scotch & Soda recasts the silhouette in a 100% cotton lightweight textured knit, which sacrifices the stiffness of drill but gains a soft hand and subtle texture—making the safari reference a comfort-driven styling gesture rather than a performance claim.
Safari shirt influences in the design — knit_vs_traditional_drillWhile the flap pockets are functional for small items, the lightweight knit may cause them to sag under heavier loads.
The two flap pockets are functional and can hold small items like a phone, but the shirt's lightweight knit may cause the pockets to sag slightly if you put heavier objects in them.
Are the two flap pockets functional for holding items like a phone, or are they decorative? Do they cause the shirt to sag?This tradeoff is inherent to the knit's flexibility, which prioritizes comfort over the structure of traditional safari shirts. The shirt also inherits the cultural cachet of the safari shirt's lineage, but the knit execution emphasizes comfort.
- Crocking
Temporary indigo crocking washes away easily, even from light fabrics.
Why this is supported
The indigo behaves like fine particles that are
they are usually easily washed away
uptonyarns.com. Additionally, because the shirt is 100% cotton, crocking is inherently less than on protein fibers:
Indigo on cellulose and bast fibers such as cotton, linen and hemp appear to crock less
botanicalcolors.com. The loose particles are
more like chalk dust than dye
uptonyarns.com, so any transfer is non-permanent. The textured knit gives a broken-in character from the start, described as
give the shirt a casual, broken-in character straight off the hanger
Knit versus woven indigo shirts — textured_feel, making initial crocking less visually prominent.
- Fade
Gradual, even fade evolves with wear, not high-contrast like raw denim.
Why this is supported
The indigo particles detach gradually, described as
more like chalk dust than dye
uptonyarns.com. Each wash and wear cycle loosens some, creating a subtle fade. Because the shirt starts with a textured, broken-in look, the fading is evenly distributed:
give the shirt a casual, broken-in character straight off the hanger
Knit versus woven indigo shirts — textured_feel, resulting in a soft patina rather than high-contrast crease fading.
- Design lineage
Roll-up sleeves and flap pockets are adapted from British military safari uniforms.
Why this is supported
The shirt’s roll-up sleeves and flap pockets directly descend from British military safari uniforms.
The cut originated during the Second Boer War in South Africa
poszetka.comand bush garments are characterised by
pleated pockets with flaps
bondsuits.com.
- Sizing
Regular fit is true to size; size up for a looser silhouette.
Why this is supported
The brand's own sizing advice from the Q&A indicates that the fit is true to size, stating:
This shirt is a regular fit, which is typically true to size and not slim
How does the regular fit compare to other Scotch & Soda shirts? Should I size up or down if I prefer a looser fit?and also recommends sizing up for a looser fit:
If you prefer a looser fit, we recommend sizing up.
How does the regular fit compare to other Scotch & Soda shirts? Should I size up or down if I prefer a looser fit?- Shrinkage
100% cotton knit may shrink; wash cold and air dry to preserve fit.
Why this is supported
The brand's Q&A confirms that
Yes, 100% cotton knits can shrink if not cared for properly. We recommend washing in cold water on a gentle cycle and air drying flat or hanging — avoid the tumble dryer and high heat to minimize shrinkage
Is this 100% cotton knit shirt prone to shrinking? What is the recommended wash and dry method?- Features
Roll-up sleeves adjust for ventilation; pockets may sag under weight.
Why this is supported
The roll-up sleeves offer adjustability, as described:
Roll-Up Sleeves with Button Tabs:Hot climates and active use demand flexibility. Roll-up sleeves allow ventilation and freedom of movement, while button tabs ensure sleeves stay in place.
breclo.comThe functional pockets, however, have a tradeoff:
The two flap pockets are functional and can hold small items like a phone, but the shirt's lightweight knit may cause the pockets to sag slightly if you put heavier objects in them.
Are the two flap pockets functional for holding items like a phone, or are they decorative? Do they cause the shirt to sag?- Color care
Cold water wash removes surface indigo without fading the rich color.
Why this is supported
Research confirms that indigo dye on cotton crocks less than on other fibers:
Indigo on cellulose and bast fibers such as cotton, linen and hemp appear to crock less
botanicalcolors.comand any loose dye particles that do transfer can be easily removed:
Once the particles have broken free enough to discolor things, they are usually easily washed away.
uptonyarns.comA cold-water wash thus cleans the shirt without stripping the deeper indigo, preserving the rich color over time.
- Pockets
Flap pockets can hold a phone but sag with heavier items.
Why this is supported
The flap pockets are practical for light items but have a trade-off. As one Q&A response specifies,
The two flap pockets are functional and can hold small items like a phone, but the shirt's lightweight knit may cause the pockets to sag slightly if you put heavier objects in them.
Are the two flap pockets functional for holding items like a phone, or are they decorative? Do they cause the shirt to sag?This design choice echoes the safari shirt's field-use origins; the style traces back to Boer War uniforms.
The cut originated during the Second Boer War in South Africa, at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries - that’s when British soldiers were issued khaki uniforms with jackets and trousers cut from the same fabric, tailored for the harsh climate of the steppe and savannah.
poszetka.comThe sagging is a direct result of the knit construction:
Knitted cotton, by contrast, stretches in multiple directions because the looped stitches can open and close like tiny springs.
asmr.education, causing pockets to lose shape under weight. The soft drape of the knit further contributes to the unstructured chest appearance.
- Curation
Selected for Simon's Le 31 curated contemporary menswear floor.
Why this is supported
Deep research confirms that this Scotch & Soda knit shirt is placed on Simon's Le 31 contemporary menswear floor, a curated edit that distinguishes it from standard department-store placements. The shirt’s safari-inspired details and knit construction align with the floor's modern casual aesthetic, as evidenced by functional descriptions of similar design features:
Roll-Up Sleeves with Button Tabs:Hot climates and active use demand flexibility. Roll-up sleeves allow ventilation and freedom of movement, while button tabs ensure sleeves stay in place.
breclo.comAdditionally, the $178 price is framed as the cost of a curator-approved piece rather than a generic shirt, reinforcing the value of the curation signal.
- Texture and hand
Irregular crosshatch pattern gives visual texture; the knit starts soft and broken-in with a sweater-like hand.
Why this is supported
The shirt’s fabric features an irregular crosshatch pattern of lighter threads on dark indigo ground, creating visual depth. The tactile experience is confirmed to start soft and broken-in,
tactile, almost sweater-like hand that gets better with wear
Knit versus woven indigo shirts — textured_feel- Breathability and drape
Knit construction provides more airflow than woven indigo and a soft drape for easy layering.
Why this is supported
The knit’s open structure provides more airflow than a woven indigo shirt, as noted:
Knitted cotton’s open, looped structure permits far more airflow than a tightly woven indigo twill, so this shirt remains cool during warm-weather wear or layered under a jacket, where a denim shirt would trap heat and feel stifling.
Knit versus woven indigo shirts — breathabilityAdditionally, the drape is softer,
knitted cotton tends to fall softly and cling gently to curves, while woven cotton holds a crisper silhouette.
asmr.education- Color and dye behavior
Indigo dye crocks less on cotton than on protein fibers and fades gradually to reveal the knit texture.
Why this is supported
The indigo dye on this 100% cotton knit crocks less than on protein fibers, meaning any initial transfer is mild and temporary.
Indigo on cellulose and bast fibers such as cotton, linen and hemp appear to crock less
botanicalcolors.comAs the shirt wears, the indigo fades naturally,
Crocking occurs when excess dye rubs off onto another textile or on the skin.
blog.ellistextiles.comallowing the lighter knit structure to show through over time.
- Design heritage
Safari-shirt roll-up sleeves and flap pockets are adapted into the soft knit fabric.
Why this is supported
The shirt incorporates classic safari-shirt features,
Roll-Up Sleeves with Button Tabs:Hot climates and active use demand flexibility. Roll-up sleeves allow ventilation and freedom of movement, while button tabs ensure sleeves stay in place.
breclo.comand this design is executed in a knit that
recasts the silhouette in a 100% cotton lightweight textured knit, which sacrifices the stiffness of drill but gains a soft hand and subtle texture
Safari shirt influences in the design — knit_vs_traditional_drill- Fit
100% cotton knit stretches, breathes, and drapes softly for all-day comfort.
Why this is supported
The knit's looped stitches allow the fabric to stretch:
Knitted cotton, by contrast, stretches in multiple directions because the looped stitches can open and close like tiny springs.
asmr.educationIts open structure also delivers high breathability, rated as
| Breathability | ▲▲▲◉◉ (Moderate) | ▲▲▲▲▲ (High)
sixdragonfabrics.comin fabric comparisons. The drape is soft:
Drape is also markedly different: knitted cotton tends to fall softly and cling gently to curves, while woven cotton holds a crisper silhouette.
asmr.educationThe textured knit feels broken-in from first wear, and the design prioritizes comfort over a stiff woven feel.
This 100% cotton lightweight knit gives the shirt a
casual, broken-in character straight off the hanger
Knit versus woven indigo shirts — textured_feel, and the looped stitches provide
. The knit also allows more airflow than woven cotton, and the indigo dye
appear to crock less
botanicalcolors.comon cotton, with any transfer washing away easily.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve indigo button-up knit shirt with a textured woven-like grid pattern, two chest flap pockets with buttons, contrast inner cuff fabric, and visible button placket down the center.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve collared shirt shown front-facing on a model; relaxed straight hem and loose regular fit across torso and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.18 · w 0.90 · h 0.77 (high) - Fabric pattern and textureDense irregular grid or crosshatch pattern of lighter threads on a dark indigo ground giving a textured, slightly slubby knit appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.25 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Button placketCentered vertical button placket with visible round buttons spaced down the front; most buttons are off-white or cream with one lighter blue button visible near lower-mid torso.
2 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.28 · w 0.16 · h 0.50 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.68 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Chest pocketsTwo symmetrical chest flap pockets with single button closures; flaps lie flat and align with the horizontal pattern lines.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.25 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.25 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - CollarStandard shirt collar with collar points visible and top button undone, showing a dark inner t-shirt beneath.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Rolled cuffs and inner liningBoth sleeve cuffs are rolled to reveal a contrasting lighter blue chambray-like inner fabric on the cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.82 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.80 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Sleeve button tabSmall visible blue sleeve button tab near the mid forearm on the right sleeve (model left side) used to secure rolled sleeve.
1 region
x 0.86 · y 0.52 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (medium) - Hem and lower front detailLower front shows slightly curved hem with the placket continuing; a small vertical stitched detail or tag is visible at center lower hem area.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.86 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from head to upper thighs against a plain white background with hard lighting producing a shadow along the right side of the model.
- Model and poseMale model standing front-facing with hands partially in pockets, head and shoulders visible; shirt worn over a dark undershirt.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 0.40 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white background with strong studio lighting from left producing a sharp shadow of the model on the right side of the backdrop.
- Crop and framingImage cropped slightly above the top of the head and at mid-thigh; full front of shirt visible except very bottom hem and sleeve edges partially cropped.
Colors
indigo with light crosshatch· main fabric#343C4Blight chambray blue· inner cuff lining#6D738Boff-white and light blue buttons· buttonssky blue button· single blue placket button- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve collared shirt shown front-facing on a model; relaxed straight hem and loose regular fit across torso and sleeves.
- 02
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve indigo button-up shirt worn open over a navy T-shirt; shirt fabric shows a textured crosshatch pattern, has chest flap pockets with buttons and visible rolled cuffs revealing a lighter blue inner fabric.
- Overall garmentLong-sleeve indigo button-up shirt worn open over an inner navy T-shirt; shirt extends from the model's shoulders to just below the hips and covers the upper torso.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.05 · w 0.45 · h 0.45 (high) - Fabric patternVisible irregular crosshatch or grid texture in varying indigo and lighter thread tones across the entire shirt body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.05 · w 0.45 · h 0.40 (high) - Button placket and buttonsCenter front button placket with multiple round, light-colored buttons running from collar to hem; placket is visible because shirt is worn open.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.12 · w 0.06 · h 0.36 (high) - Chest pocketsTwo chest flap pockets with a visible button on each flap located on the left and right chest areas.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Rolled sleeves and inner cuffSleeves are rolled up to about mid-forearm, revealing a lighter blue inner cuff fabric at both sleeve openings.
2 regions
x 0.37 · y 0.33 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.33 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - CollarStandard shirt collar that sits open against the model's neck with the top button area unfastened.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.05 · w 0.20 · h 0.09 (high) - Lower hem and side slitLower front hem is straight with a slight visible side slit at the shirt opening where it falls over the pants.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.43 · w 0.16 · h 0.07 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a male model standing against a white wall and concrete floor; even high-key lighting produces a distinct soft shadow to the model's left and a slight reflection on the wall.
- Model and poseMale model standing facing forward with hands relaxed near thighs and head tilted slightly; shirt worn open to reveal inner T-shirt.
- Background and floorPlain white vertical wall meeting a light gray concrete floor at a visible seam; the model stands adjacent to the wall casting a shadow onto it.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Lighting and shadowBright, even studio lighting from the front-right produces a soft, well-defined shadow of the model on the wall to the left.
- Image crop and framingFull-body framing cropped near the feet and with extra empty space to the left; shirt and torso centered vertically and horizontally within the frame.
Colors
indigo crosshatch· shirt body#2D3B5Blight periwinkle blue· inner cuffoff-white· buttons- Overall garmentLong-sleeve indigo button-up shirt worn open over an inner navy T-shirt; shirt extends from the model's shoulders to just below the hips and covers the upper torso.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a long-sleeve indigo knit shirt on a model, showing back panel, curved hem, sleeve cuffs with visible buttons, textured woven-knit surface, and a short turned collar.
- Back panel and center pleatShirt back shows a vertical center pleat or fold running from the upper back toward the hem, creating a slight fullness at the rear center.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.12 · w 0.30 · h 0.63 (high) - Fabric texture and patternAll-over dark indigo knit with lighter irregular horizontal and vertical slub-like threads producing a mottled, textured grid appearance across the surface.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.82 (high) - CollarShort turned collar visible from the rear neckline, lying flat against the neck with the collar seam visible.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.08 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (high) - Sleeve and cuff constructionLong sleeves with single-button barrel cuffs; cuff visible at wrist with at least one functional button and a visible buttonhole placket.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.70 · w 0.20 · h 0.26 (high) - Sleeve roll/fastener detailA small tab or fastener with a light blue button is visible on the outer sleeve above the cuff, indicating a roll-up sleeve tab or decorative detail.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.52 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (medium) - Hem shapeShirt hem is curved, longer at the rear with a rounded finish extending past the hip.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.74 · w 0.50 · h 0.22 (high) - Visible stitching linesHorizontal seam lines and topstitching are visible across the back and sleeves, following the shirt panels and cuff edges.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - No visible printed brandingThere is no visible printed logo, tag text, or brand marking on the outer rear surface of the shirt in this view.
Other
Studio three-quarter rear portrait on a plain white background with a pronounced shadow to the right; model looking back over his left shoulder. Image includes torso to mid-thigh crop and even directional lighting from the left.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter rear view of a standing model cropped from head to mid-thigh, model turned to show the shirt back and left profile of face.
- Background and shadowPlain white background with a high-contrast hard shadow cast to the right of the model, indicating directional studio lighting.
- Model pose and visible anatomyModel's left hand and part of left forearm are visible at the lower left; head is turned toward camera showing left eye and cheek in three-quarter profile.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.05 · w 0.35 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high) - Lighting qualityEven, bright studio lighting from left-front producing clear highlights on the model's face and textured fabric and distinct shadow to the right.
Colors
mottled indigo· main fabric#353B4Alight sky blue· sleeve tab buttonpale cream· cuff button- Back panel and center pleatShirt back shows a vertical center pleat or fold running from the upper back toward the hem, creating a slight fullness at the rear center.