15 Creative Ways To Wear Your Boring White Button-Down

Ah, the white button down. A staple that is both classic and versatile, simple and malleable. It can be dressed up or down with seemingly limitless possibilities. It can be made to look ultra-conservative by buttoning it up high and wearing it with a simple jeweled necklace, or pared down by wearing it unbuttoned with boyfriend jeans to look effortlessly sexy. It’s the item that, more than anything else, transcends the seasons and occasions to give you the biggest bang for your buck in your closet.

Below, 12 inspirational looks for making the most out of this timeless wardrobe staple.

The extra long button down dress70’s mod with a full sleeve that’s paired with a black jumper and tights
A baggy fit that’s paired with skin tight blue jeans and statement pumpsPaired with an oversized neutral hatAn all white ensemble with brown leather detailsSleeveless, buttoned high and paired with slouchy black pants
Go ultra glam with a flawlessly fitted top and a long dramatic fitted skirtA cropped button down and a school girl skirt

Go super trendy with a backwards button up

White button down worn with leather pants & all white, low top converseA simple button down is made funky with statement polka dot pants

A classic semi sheer button down with rolled sleeves, soft blue jeans, and a high curled pony tail

Buttoned-up with a statement necklace and a cardigan worn over it

With wide-flared jeans and a scarf for a cool 70s look

With a bold patterned pencil skirt and simple, streamlined pumps

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