The white button up is often associated with long days in the office, attending meetings and answering emails, but you don’t have to limit yourself to only wearing this classy and timeless top just for work occasions, right?
I actually really love the white button up and I think it’s such a classic shirt, that every girl should have at least one (or five) in their wardrobe because there’s nothing quite as refined and timeless!
While I do usually wear button-ups for work, there are occasions where I like to wear them on my days off as well for a more put-together look! If you’re like me, you probably don’t want to limit your chances of wearing this classic top just for work, right? That’s why, today, I’ll be sharing some tips on how to wear a white button for a casual, day out look!
1. Opt for a No-Collar Shirt
The usual button-ups that are worn to work have collars, but on my days off, I always find myself reaching for the ones with no collar because they’re just way less formal.
However, if you don’t have a button-up without a collar, you can always make the top less “stuffy” by leaving the first two or three buttons unbuttoned, so it’ll look a lot more effortless.
2. Pay Attention to Details
As always, there’s nothing quite like the subtle details that sets your outfit apart from others. One of the things I’ve been loving so much in the recent runway shows are the exaggerated silhouettes, particularly when it comes to sleeves.
From balloon sleeves to ruffles, the options are seemingly endless, and there’s nothing I like more than bell sleeves because they’re subtly girly and flirty and add just the right touch of femininity to just about any ensemble!
With its bow-tie flared bell sleeves, this classic white button up is anything but boring, don’t you agree?
3. Pair with Classically Casual Denim
While button-ups are usually paired with pencil skirts and dress pants during a normal workday, I definitely opt for denim on the weekends for a more laid back and casual look. When tucked in to some high-waisted skinny jeans, a white button up definitely looks effortless yet classy, while also helping to elongate your overall silhouette.
4. Finish with Luxe Sneakers
And of course, there’s nothing I love more than the juxtaposition of different styles to make for a visually enticing look! For this particular ensemble that consists of classic pieces like a white button up and skinny jeans, casual sneakers with a luxe twist definitely adds some visual interest to the overall outfit, don’t you think?
The overall combination of these stylistically different pieces gives this ensemble an air of effortless chic that can’t be achieved otherwise.
On Me
Express Bell-Sleeve Button Up in White
Forever 21 High-Waisted Ankle Jeans in Medium Wash
Nine West Onosha Bow Slip-On Sneaker in Navy
Anya Hindmarch Smiley Circus Crossbody Bag
Do you like wearing the white button-up on your day off? What are some of your favorite ways to style it for a casual look? Let me know in the comments because I always love hearing from you all!
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I agree that a classic white button down is a must have in every closet and can be worn so many different ways. I love a white shirt with jeans too. I typically wear it unbuttoned, collar up and tied at the waist for an off duty look. xoxo, Christine
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Yes, it’s definitely an essential! ❤ 🙂 I love white button downs for formal and casual instances! Thanks for stopping by love!
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Reading this made me realised I haven’t worn a white shirt for so long! Maybe it’s time to pull them out of my closet haha! And I love the Anya Hindmarch bag, it’s so cute 🙂
Tiffany x
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Hahaha yes! There’s nothing more classic than a white shirt! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by love!
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This is such a beautiful outfit! You look amazing xx
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Thanks babe ❤ 🙂
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You look so pretty! 🙂
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Thanks babe ❤ 🙂 You're too sweet!
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I love this! I never thought it can be worn so easily as a casual top–but you make it look so chic and effortless!
xx Jen
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Yes, white button ups are the perfect top ❤ 🙂 Thanks babe!
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Lovely outfit !!
Nice pics too 😉
Have a nice evening,
Olivia Poncelet ❤
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Thanks babe ❤ 🙂
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This is such a nice look!
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Thank you so much love ❤ 🙂
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you look gorgeous! love your outfit 🙂
xoxo, rae
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Thanks babe ❤ 🙂
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That is a lovely casual outfit! You look gorgeous!
xo Corina
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Thanks babe ❤ 🙂
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Super chic look! Love all the tips!
xo, Jane
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Thanks babe ❤ 🙂 Glad you liked the tips!
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That’s right, things should not be limited specially in terms of fashion. White button ups are so versatile it could be worn to a lot of different occasions. You look very beautiful.
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Yes, aren’t they? Thank you so much love ❤ 🙂
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Fantastic tips and great look!
Magda
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Thank you so much love ❤ 🙂
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These pictures are sooooo gorgeous and oh wow that handbag!! Such a lovely post Hun x
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Thanks babe ❤ 🙂
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Oh these are great tips for a casual chic look with a white button down. And designer fashion forward sneakers are all the rage and the perfect way to really make a look fashion forward.
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Thanks babe ❤ 🙂 White button downs are always my favorite because they're sooo classy!
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Great tips hun! I love a good white button up, they are so versatile!
xx- Nina
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Thank you so much love ❤ 🙂
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Yours is particularly cute!!
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Thank you so much love ❤ 🙂
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You look gorgeous in this outfit, Loved the shirt.
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Thank you so much love ❤ 🙂
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A white shirt with jeans is prefect. Love your style
xx
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Yes, the perfect outfit that’s effortlessly chic ❤ 🙂
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I love, love everything about this post. The images are stunning and you just look gorgeous in every single one!
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Aww you’re too sweet babe ❤ 🙂 Thank you so much!
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