If there’s one piece of clothing that can be considered the foundation of every capsule wardrobe, it’s the white shirt.
The white shirt is a piece that never goes out of fashion. So, no matter what the season, a white shirt will always remain a go-to choice. But why is the humble white shirt so popular, and why do you need one in your closet? Keep reading to find out all you need to know about this classic garment.
Timeless Appeal
Fashion trends come and go. The seasons always bring new styles. However, there’s one item that never loses its appeal, and that’s the classic white shirt. Whether you prefer a high-fashion look or you prefer to keep things traditionally elegant, the white shirt will always hold a timeless appeal.
Practical for Every Season
One of the best features of a white shirt is that it’s practical to wear in every season. The cool cotton fabric is ideal for summer and makes for an ideal light coverup over swimwear at the beach. For cooler days, simply pop on your white shirt and add a sweater over the top for a seriously stylish layered look.
Versatile
The simple design and monochromatic colour mean that a white shirt will match every other shade. There’s no need to worry about clashing colours, as a crisp white shirt will compliment any other colour you pair it with.
Dress Up or Dress Down
Whether heading for a day at work, a weekend shopping trip, or drinks and dinner, your white shirt makes for an easy go-to outfit choice. Keep it smart for work with black tailored trousers and a pair of pumps. Or stay casual on the weekends by combining your white shirt with linen trousers, and sandals. Dress up your white shirt for the evening by pairing it with slim-fit jeans, heels, and a statement necklace.
Wherever you’re going, a white shirt puts an end to that age-old issue of staring into the wardrobe and wondering what to wear.
How to Choose the Perfect White Shirt?
There’s no doubt that every closet needs at least one white shirt. However, the big question is how do you choose the perfect white shirt? Picking the right white shirt is essential to help you enjoy all the benefits of this highly versatile closet staple. Here’s what to look for when you start shopping:
Fitted Design
A fitted white shirt is the ideal choice if you prefer a more tailored silhouette. A fitted design gives a sleeker, more formal look to your outfit. The Pedro Del Hierro Basic Fitted Shirt is the perfect example.
Easy-Care
Your new white shirt is guaranteed to get lots of wear. So, it’s helpful to pick a style that’s really easy to care for. The Calvin Klein Women's Long Sleeve Cotton Modal Shirt is a top choice if you’re looking for an easy-care white shirt, as it has a non-iron design. So, there’s no need to worry about wrinkling and creases.
Comfortable Fabric
Comfort is key when you’re going to be wearing your white shirt frequently. So, choosing an organic cotton white shirt, such as this GAP 100% Organic Cotton Big Shirt, is ideal. Organic cotton is made from longer fibres, which give the material a much softer feel against your skin.
Rolled Sleeves
Having the flexibility to wear the sleeves of your white shirt rolled up or rolled down makes it an even more versatile piece for your closet. So, choosing a white shirt that has tabs on the sleeves so you can turn up the cuffs easily is ideal. The cuffs will then stay firmly in place without you needing to adjust them throughout the day. This Cortefiel Sustainable Cotton Shirt comes with sleeve tabs with an attractive rustic button closure.
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