If you think tees are the ultimate statement piece, we’re here to introduce you to the timeless button down shirt.
Having a button down shirt you love in your wardrobe will make you a style powerhouse in no time at all!
A button down shirt can do it all. Headed to work? Tuck a crisp button down shirt into a fitted skirt and slip into heeled mules. Going to brunch and stopping by a farmers market on your way home? Layer an oversized button down shirt over your favorite denim bottoms and accessorize with statement jewelry.
Here are 3 ways to style a button down shirt that you’re sure to have on repeat!
Sleek elegance
If you have a special occasion on the calendar or if you want an elevated look for dinner, reaching for a button down shirt may not be the first thing you do.
But it should be! We weren’t kidding when we said a button down shirt can do it all.
We love pairing traditionally structured silhouettes with sweeping, feminine pieces. Our Renata Longline Shirt adds a uniquely effortless air to the stunning Pleat Ombre Skirt in a stormy hue. Tie up your button down shirt to cinch in your waist and let your silhouette flow into the dreamy satin, flared design of the skirt. Put the finishing touch on your look with our Rosie Sling Back Mule. Whether you’re headed to dinner or cocktails after work, this look will leave you feeling elegant and comfortable.
Laidback and on the go
Going the other way and dressing down in a crisp white shirt? It’s as effortless to put together as it is to wear this look.
Just bring the classics together! You can’t go wrong with the button down shirt style paired with your favorite denim jeans. We love how our Dylan Shirt in an ivory hue adds a texture to your look that pairs well with our light wash Camila Flare Jean. In keeping with the ivory hues woven throughout this look, tie it all together with our Metallic Stripe Sneaker. The best part? The metallic details on this sneaker are perfect for when you’re topping your look off with chunky gold jewelry.
This look screams comfort, while the structured collar and buttoned cuff details on the Dylan Shirt let you stay prepared for whatever the day brings your way. Experiment with your look with rolled-up sleeves, leave the shirt open over a cami, or tuck one side into your jeans.
Weekday layering
Office wear may feel like the natural habitat for button down shirts, but just a few styling choices can put an unexpected twist on this versatile classic.
There’s no better button down shirt to base your work outfit on than our Stripe Hi Lo Shirt. This shirt nods at the traditional striped shirt but puts its own twist on the style by grouping horizontal lines and leaving spaces in between. The contrasting black stripe and button detail on the ivory immediately catches the eye, while still being neutral enough to pair with a colorful power suit. If you’re looking to keep it more traditional, lean into the flattering bootcut silhouette of our Picasso Bootcut Trouser. Want to add a layer of formality to your look? Our Beyond Stretch Blazer gives you a relaxed structure. Plus, you get to layer the collar of the Stripe Hi Lo Shirt over the notched lapel of the blazer for a look we love. Slip into the Stefania Heel for a style that mimics the stripes on the shirt and balances your look.
And that’s all you need before heading out the door!
That’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the versatility of a button down shirt. How do you wear your button down shirts? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to tag us on Instagram for a chance to be #Spotted.