6 Ways To Wear A White Button-Down Shirt

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See 6 ways to style a white button-down shirt, wearing it outfits with jeans, pants, leggings, a sweater, cardigan, blazer and denim jacket.

One of the most versatile basic essentials is a white button-down shirt. It is a classic and timeless piece of clothing that has been around for many years and it is always in style. You can wear a white button-down shirt with nearly anything! It can be dressed up and you can wear it to work or it can be paired with a pair of jeans and sneakers to wear on the weekend.

Grayson sent me this Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt to try. I love their shirts so much that I’m a Grayson brand ambassador!

I’ve shared several Grayson shirts in these try-on sessions:
Everlane, Eileen Fisher & Grayson Try-On Session (mini capsule wardrobe)
Grayson Shirts Try-On Review
Grayson, Shopbop, J. Crew Amazon Try-On Session

I absolutely love the Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt! It is a true white button-down shirt in 100% cotton, “Cozy Cotton”, that is breathable material and is so easy to wear. According to Grayson, their “signature style, The Hero is in an oh-so-soft (it basically feels like cashmere) cotton brushed fabric that blends comfort and breathability.”

Details about the shirt

• Impeccably tailored button-up to frame your face
• Perfect button placement to banish boob gap
• Cape-like pleat back for a flattering silhouette
• Cuffed Sleeves made for the perfect sleeve roll
• Relaxed fit, drapes over your hips

How To Care For Your Grayson Cozy Cotton Button-Down Shirt

• Washing your shirts should be the easiest part of your day.
• Turn your Grayson button-up inside out then machine wash cold on delicate.
• We recommend that you hang dry, but we understand that we’re all busy conquering the day – so tumble dry on very low.
• Little to no heat.
• No bleach.

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For size reference: I am 5’9″ and wear a size Medium or Large in tops, size 10 in pants and size 9 in shoes. I wear a size 3 in Grayson shirts.

Find out more about a 2nd shirt I tried, the Ava Lyocell White Button-Down Shirt (shown in the photo below) at the end of this post!

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Outfit #1: White Shirt, Black Wash Jeans, Black Flats

A crisp, white shirt is a classic and timeless piece that looks great with a pair of jeans. I dressed the Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt and black wash jeans a bit by wearing these pointy d’Orsay black flats and this NeoNoe bucket bag. I did a partial front tuck to keep the outfit relaxed, but you could also tuck in the shirt and add a belt, like this leopard belt.

Outfit Details:
Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt
black wash jeans
d’Orsay black flats
Louis Vuitton NeoNoe bucket bag
silver cz stud earrings

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Outfit #2: White Shirt, Sweater Blazer, Black Jeans, Leopard Flats

Here is an outfit you can wear to work, going out shopping or out for lunch. I’m wearing these black skinny jeans, but you could also wear something different, like these black pants or this pleated skirt. I added this camel sweater blazer, which looks like a cross between a cardigan and a blazer. It is so soft and makes an outfit look polished and chic. My exact leopard d’orsay flats are nearly sold out, but I think these Jillie leopard flats are so pretty! If you need a pair of leopard pumps, these leopard block heel pumps have a gorgeous pattern and are currently 40% off!

Outfit Details:
Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt
black skinny jeans
camel sweater blazer
leopard d’orsay flats / love these Jillie leopard flats
Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 Damier Ebene
silver cz stud earrings

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Outfit #3: White Shirt, Denim Jacket, Faux Leather Leggings, Sneakers

Here is a casual way to wear the Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt, with this denim jacket (I love mine and it is only $30!), black faux leather leggings and white casual sneakers. You could add this Rebecca Minkoff woven chain faux suede backpack or this leopard pattern transport tote (love this pattern!). If you are needing a band for your Apple watch, I found a few Rebecca Minkoff Apple Watch bands, including this rose gold curb link Apple watch band!

Outfit Details:
Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt
my denim jacket
black faux leather leggings
white casual sneakers
silver cz stud earrings

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Outfit #4: White Shirt, Plaid Blazer, Dark Wash Jeans, Booties

Here is an elevated casual outfit featuring a plaid blazer. I’m wearing my Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt with these dark wash skinny jeans and these black leather chelsea booties (love these booties for less). I added my plaid blazer I bought from Gap last year (sold out). Here is an Everlane blazer that is very similar, here is a gorgeous herringbone plaid blazer and I love this plaid blazer that’s only $34.99! You could add one of these Chanel Classic Flap inspired bags: Kira chevron shoulder bag or black quilted shoulder bag (I have this one in white and love it, only $48!).

Outfit Details:
Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt
dark wash skinny jeans
these black leather chelsea booties (love these booties for less)
similar Everlane blazer / similar herringbone plaid blazer / plaid blazer for $34.99
silver cz stud earrings

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Outfit #5: White Shirt, Tan Sweater, Straight Leg Jeans, Suede Booties

This outfit includes the Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt, my tan pointelle sweater (old) love this rolled crewneck sweater in the beige oatmeal color and this investment “Everyday Sweater” in the oatmeal color. I’m wearing my Levi’s 501 Jeans and similar taupe booties (here is a pair of waterproof mushroom suede booties).

Outfit Details:
Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt
similar rolled crewneck sweater in the beige oatmeal color / similar “Everyday Sweater” in the oatmeal color
Levi’s 501 Jeans
similar taupe booties / waterproof mushroom suede booties
silver cz stud earrings

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Outfit #6: White Shirt, Gray Cardigan, Black Pants, Black Mules

This is a classic and timeless outfit: the Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt, these exact black pants (love these Cameron 4 Season Pants), similar gray merino cardigan (also love the beige color in this) and these exact Linnie black mules. To complete your outfit, I recommend either the Margaux Medium Satchel or the Robinson Convertible Shoulder Strap Bag.

Outfit Details:
Sophia Cozy Cotton White Button-Down Shirt
exact black pants / love these Cameron 4 Season Pants
similar gray merino cardigan
exact Linnie black mules
silver cz stud earrings

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Grayson also sent me the Ava Lyocell White Button-Down Shirt to try. When I tried it on, I honestly thought I was wearing a silk shirt, but it is actually made of lyocell, which is a sustainable fabric! On the Grayson site, they mention, “Our signature style, The Hero is in a silk like fabric that has a matte finish and is washable. It has a flowy look that takes you from the start of your day to evening sophistication.” I’ve always wanted a white silk shirt, but didn’t want to bother with the hassel of taking it to the dry cleaners or having to hand wash it everytime.

Here’s a casual outfit with the Ava Lyocell White Button-Down Shirt. I love the way the shirt drapes and it is easy to tuck in your pants! I’m wearing a size 3 in the shirt. I’m wearing the shirt with my Levi’s 501 Jeans and my exact Linnie black mules. I added my Kira Chevron Black Tote that I love (very similar black chevron tote for $40!).

Outfit Details:
Ava Lyocell White Button-Down Shirt
Levi’s 501 Jeans
Linnie black mules
Kira Chevron Black Tote / very similar black chevron tote for $40

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Here is a closeup of the Ava Lyocell White Button-Down Shirt.

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A Bit of Inspiration For Your Day:

“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” – Colossians 2:6-7