Collection: Men's Breton tops & striped T-shirts

Men's striped T-shirts and Breton shirts

In our store you'll find a wide variety of striped and plain T-shirts and sailor shirts for men. Whether you're looking for everyday cotton basics, a smart shirt for a special occasion, or our best-sellers — the striped Breton tops — you'll find the perfect garment here, with Batela's authentic nautical style.

The men's Breton top: our best-selling striped T-shirt

At the heart of the collection, the Breton top is the striped T-shirt that embodies sailor style. A timeless classic in soft cotton, available with short or long sleeves, in navy-and-white or colour. It's our best-selling piece: it goes with everything and never dates. The essential sailor T-shirt for a proper nautical wardrobe.

The origin of the Breton top

The Breton top began as sailors' workwear: the navy-and-white stripes made a man overboard easier to spot. Over time it moved from the deck to the wardrobe and became a timeless icon of nautical fashion. At Batela, we reinterpret this classic season after season, true to its sailor spirit.

Men's printed and plain T-shirts

Beyond the stripes, our men's T-shirt range covers every need. The basics in slub cotton, piqué or jacquard, with a round neck, are the comfortable everyday essentials. For a T-shirt with character, go for our marine prints: Batela anchor and logo, flags, whales, fish or back illustrations. Easy-to-wear pieces that bring out a sailor spirit.

Men's polos and smarter pieces

For a slightly sharper look, our men's polos in slub cotton, classic piqué or textured jacquard with an open collar move effortlessly from the office to the weekend. A navy polo over chinos, and you're set.

Men's shirts and overshirts

For men's shirts, choose the striped denim shirt for a relaxed look, or the short-sleeved poplin shirt for summer. When it turns cooler, the cotton twill overshirt or the lightweight technical overshirt work as a light jacket, worn on the skin or over a T-shirt.

Quality cotton, a Basque brand since 1991

We work with materials made to last and to be worn every day: quality cotton, slub cotton, piqué, poplin and twill. Pleasant fabrics and comfortable cuts, at the heart of our commitment to sustainability, with Batela's know-how — a Basque sailor brand since 1991.

How to style your striped T-shirt and find your size

The sailor T-shirt goes with the whole Batela wardrobe: under a jumper or sweatshirt, with trousers or jeans, and under a raincoat on wet days. As for size, take your usual size for a fitted cut; if you prefer a looser drape or plan to layer, consider sizing up. Check the size guide on each product to find the ideal fit.

Discover the rest of our men's sailor fashion: jumpers and sweatshirts, trousers and swimwear and raincoats and jackets to complete your wardrobe in the colours of the sea.