the oversized button down shirt


How To Style An Oversized Button Down Shirt

shirt (identical) // jacket // jeans // flats (budget friendly) // sunglasses (budget friendly)

A good, oversized button down shirt takes you good places.

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Yeah, it sure does. Your oversized button down shirt will take you from Starbucks (for your coffee run in the AM), to work (on a casual Friday), to meeting your friends at happy hour (switch out the Chanel flats for an open toe bootie), and basically everywhere in between.

Now that’s what I call a staple piece.

I snagged this particular oversized button down at the Barneys Warehouse Sale a few weeks ago (but found this identical one), and couldn’t wait for the weather to cool down. Editor’s Note: As I’m typing this it’s currently 80 degrees in New York City. UGH.

It’s very easy to tell why the oversized button down shirt is one of the most effortless piece you could own. I’m going to tell you anyway. I love the easy feel of it, the way it screams, “Yeah, I woke up late, #brunch last night, and needed to go run to Starbucks this morning, but didn’t want to wear sweatpants.” This is probably definitely something I’ve said within the last week or so.

I used to think this oxford was an “oversized” fit – I bought from the boys’ section – but then I was introduced to the real boyfriend shirt…with tailored sleeves of course;)


WHAT I’M WEARING:
shirt (identical)
jacket
jeans
flats (budget friendly)
sunglasses (budget friendly)

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16 Comments

  1. 10.18.16
    splash of preppy said:

    Such a cute look! Wish it wasn’t so hot outside!!
    XO
    https://splashofpreppy.wordpress.com

    • 10.18.16
      Dana Mannarino said:

      Thanks, lady! This week is brutal, I was NOT prepared for the heat. I already switched over my wardrobe!

  2. 10.18.16
    Caroline said:

    I had a similar look Sunday with a vest rather than a jacket. I love finding shirts that fit just right like that.
    x0x0 Caroline http://thecarolove.com/

    • 10.18.16
      Dana Mannarino said:

      Agreed! Sometimes shirts are just perfectly oversized! Love the idea of a vest, I feel like a camel one would look great with this!

    • 10.18.16
      Caroline said:

      As you’re petite and work in menswear I think you can appreciate I get my oxfords from Ralph Lauren Boys size xl or larg. I find women’s too be too fitted.

      • 10.18.16
        Dana Mannarino said:

        So right – I HATE when things are too fitted, I’m just not comfortable!

  3. 10.18.16

    Love the oversized look to such a classic shirt! It’s going to be 80 degrees in Boston today and I’m totally confused!?
    xx Tess | Sequins are the New Black

    • 10.18.16
      Dana Mannarino said:

      Right? It’s crazy!!! And I DO NOT enjoy it 😉

  4. 10.18.16
    Jackie said:

    I really love the oversized button down too! This is such a great outfit and I’m swooning over your jacket!

    Jackie
    Something About That

    • 10.18.16
      Dana Mannarino said:

      Thanks, Jackie! I clearly am OBSESSED with this jacket 😉

  5. 10.18.16
    The Adored Life said:

    Confession: I also really love oversize button downs, but also because they are like so easy to just fall asleep in if you are feeling the utmost UBER lazy! Shhhh. That’s just my secret.

    The Adored Life

    • 10.18.16
      Dana Mannarino said:

      Ooooooh you make an excellent point though. Your secret is safe with me 😉

  6. 10.18.16
    Lauren Scorzafava said:

    Loving this look!

    xx
    Lauren Elizabeth
    Petite in Pearls

  7. 10.18.16

    I love wearing oversize button downs! They are so comfy and easy to wear. Beautiful outfit! 🙂

  8. 10.18.16

    You are so effortless cool! I have yet to find a white button down that works for me; the search continues!! Maybe you’ll do a post soon on a fitted white button down.. ha ha 😉

    Lisa
    http://www.theeverydayelevated.com

  9. 10.18.16

    Cute! Love the half-tuck, such a great styling trick!

    Lindsey
    The Fashion Barbie