For most New Yorkers, summer in the city is defined by the constant shift between the blaring chill of the office AC, the moderate temperature on the street, and the intolerable mugginess of the subway. And the only way to deal with all that temperate inconsistency is lightweight layers like these M100 Pioche Button Up Shirts from Simon Miller. Made in the USA, the soft-washed denim shirts have contrast white buttons, a “wine glass” chest pocket, and tonal stitching throughout. Beat the heat for $155 (down from $310) at Gentry.

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