It’s true. I do love this white shirt a lot. I’ve had it for years, but because it’s good quality it still feels as crisp and lovely as when it was new. I originally got it when I was working in an office job. I realise white collared shirts often have that association, but I actually enjoy wearing it more now than when I was styling it for a corporate environment. I usually wear it with the collar open and the top two buttons undone for a relaxed, casual feel, but lately this is been my new favourite way to wear it.
This is why I love it so much: it’s comfortable, chic and so very versatile. I can wear the sleeves long or rolled up, the collar can be open or closed, the hem can be tucked in or left loose. And that’s not all! With the collar open, a small square scarf can be folded in half to form a triangle, rolled up slightly and tied neatly around the neck or you can do up all the buttons and tie a scarf under the collar, as I have done in this outfit. If scarves aren’t your thing bold necklaces can be layered over the collar while delicate chains can be worn against the skin with an open collar. The possibilities are endless.
Have you ever watched Roman Holiday starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck? If you still doubt the wondrous versatility of the white shirt, watch this film! Hepburn’s character wear the same white* shirt for most of the film, yet manages to style it in six different ways. Yes, I counted!
Outfit details: Shirt – Country Road, jeans – The Beautiful & Damned, belt – Sportsgirl, scarf – I can’t remember, shoes – Target.
*Well, I assume it’s white. The film is in black and white, so it certainly looks white, but regardless, it is the same shirt worn over and over because she has run away with only the shirt on her back.
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Love this look, very casual but put-together. Being a big busted woman, I never feel comfortable in button-ups because they never seem to fit well everywhere. Doing up the top button always feels very strange, but on others it looks great.
So do I, I love white shirts so much. They are naturally elegant without need to add to many accessories. Besides something white is good for your complexion, it gives light to he face.
Hey Angie, I love this post!
I had a tailor made white silk shirt made the other day, and now I have all these ideas of how to wear it without it looking too corporate.Love the blog, x
This is a staple for every closet! Lovely!
xo
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A great white shirt is timeless.
awesome
Absolutely love!- Jessica
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A button down is always a chic staple, however this scarf that you paired with it makes it even more lovely! Great post
XX,
Miranda
I love how you styled this white shirt. I have been looking for the perfect tie blouse this fall, but maybe I just need a white shirt and skinny scarf!
Loved your post (and your white shirt) It was my pleasure choosing your link:)
Have a great weekend!
Thanks so much for selecting me!
Love that shirt, so simple but it looks very chic with the scarf! And I love Roman Holiday- one of Hepburns best films!
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Love that shirt on you and the way you styled it up with the scarf! You look adorable! xx
Ishea
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May I recommend a white oxford cloth button down? They look exceptional!