The classic white shirt is a staple in every classic woman’s wardrobe.  It’s always chic, enduring and it sits between the dressy and the sporty alternatives of fashion.  When I think of a crisp white button-down shirt the first thought that comes to mind is Audrey Hepburn and her abiding iconic style.   I also think about the other unpretentious versions of wearing the classic white shirt and everything from wicker bags, jeans, and greek sandals run through my mind as perfect matches.   A fashion item that emerged from menswear, women have made them practical and feminine yet it still retains its masculine elegance especially when it’s made of a sturdy cotton fabric that helps keep them wrinkle-free or at least helps.

There are probably countless ways of how to wear a white shirt or what to pair it with… For a work attire that is modern enough however still formal, a high waisted pair of pants would be an exact match.  For a weekend casual look, a simple pair of jeans and loafers is a given.  In this case the looser the shirt the more casual the look.  And lastly but not less important, for a glamorous night, as Carolina Herrera has made the white button-down shirt her fashion signature, a ball skirt is just what’s needed and of course a pair of killer heels.

As classic as a white blouse can be, it hasn’t been exempt from modernization.  The white button-down shirt also wants to be in the spotlight and designers are responding.  They now come with ruffles, structural cuts, cutouts and many times oversized.  Granted they are a favorite of many fashionistas.  Below are 10 different modern interpretations of this beloved wardrobe staple.

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Nothing says summer chic more precisely than embroidered cotton with the right perfect patterns. There is something about its ethnic elements that gives the wearer a sense of traveling and relaxation. It screams vacation ready… I love to see a boho-chic top combined with a pair of jeans and stilettos… This type of bohemian chic dressing is not for everyone but its style certainly has its own cult of aficionados. Their patterns are usually inspired by Middle Eastern architecture, interior design, and heritage tiles.  Dodo Bar Or is the most popular brand representing this type of boho-chic clothes and ever since its launch on 2014 has cultivated a strong following due the beautiful fabrics and embroidery which are designed and made especially for the brand.

“Dodo adorns the fabric with lace, studs, eyelets, and embroidery that creates a rich luxury authentic feel to the fabric and makes the pieces very unique to the language of Dodo Bar Or. This is combined with flowing feminine patterns that is draped to extenuate a women’s body. The printed silk fabric is a mix of unexpected clashing colours and patterns, the quilted patterns and colors create a new juxtaposition of prints and colours and the hidden prints in the pleats creates a whole new story.” DDO

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If trends rotate through the years or even decades, much so with denim.  The popular fabric is a classic that will never go out of style and essentially everyone has had something denim in their closet.  They can be flattering and stylish when combined with a silk blouse or worn under a long coat or they can even be daring when worn under a dress.  One of the latest denim trends is to wear a jean under a dress, hey I’m not here to judge.  To each it’s own… But one thing for sure, denim seems to work on every body type and it’s a staple in every modern woman’s wardrobe.  The chambray shirt is a perfect example of a closet item that goes with almost everything.  I have even spotted a few wearing a chambray shirt with a sequined skirt, Alexa Chung knows how to do that just right, and the result is pretty fashion forward and unexpected.  Some people prefer their jeans tight and with little stretching room in order for the pants to not lose their fitting.  I, on the other hand, prefer them soft and a bit elastic, because I’m all for comfort and I like to feel at ease when I sit wearing my jeans.  I know they get a little saggy over time, but they usually get back in shape after a wash.  If you prefer your jeans tight and with always good fitting, the secret is to buy them with the most cotton fabric as possible. If you can find 100% cotton, better yet.

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I can’t think of a Fashion era when bows were considered out of style.  There has always been a special occasion for when a bow is suitable, if not desirable.  Either on a beautiful night gown or on a silk blouse, bows are always chic.  And this season’s slides and mules come with all kinds of bows from small and thin to sumptuous and soft.  If you have the resources to afford the pricey ones, they will not disappoint you for sure.  On the other hand, there are always more affordable, yet good alternatives to choose from.  They come in all different colors, fabrics – shinny or matte – and from all different price points.  The options are endless.  But don’t fret, I narrowed down the list to 20 must-have slides and mules for this year.  As I pointed out in my last Weekend Comfort  post, yellow is the color of the season hence is a prominent color found in this season’s shoes also.  My favorite yellow is the sort of mustard yellow like the one presented by Sam Edelman’s slides below. Isn’t it pretty… like a sunny day… You know what’s the best part about summer shoes such as slides and mules, is the ease of wearing them and ease of dressing them up or down.

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