Womens Button Up Shirts For Women

Button-up shirts for women are wardrobe essentials. Choose from a wide range of styles, colors and fabrics to suit your style and fit.

TFG reader and lifestyle blogger Kristina Zias swears by this Everlane oxford, which has a purposely boxy feel and is oversized enough to look flattering on bigger busts. It also wrinkles very little.

1. Dickies Women’s Stretch Button-Up Shirt

Maintain a professional image in this navy Dickies shirt that will look great with your uniform or jeans. It has bust darts to flatter your figure and a back pleat to make sure you can move comfortably all day. This stretch poplin shirt is 65% cotton/33% polyester with just enough spandex to keep you from feeling constricted and stiff.

The oxford flex fabric on this women’s button up shirt is treated with stain release and moisture wicking technology so you can stay fresh and dry. It’s also wrinkle-resistant to help you keep your appearance crisp. If you want to add a personal touch to this navy uniform shirt, it’s easily embroidered (WPS can handle that for you).

This short sleeve workshirt is the perfect choice for your busy lifestyle. It has a button-down collar with no-show buttons and is made of a soft, comfortable cotton/polyester blend. It has back pleats for mobility and a tacked cuff to hold the cuff in place when you roll up your sleeves. womens button up shirts It also features a hi-lo hem for extra back coverage when you’re bending or squatting at your job site.

2. Eddie Bauer Ripstop Shirt

A TFG reader favorite, Eddie Bauer shirts come highly recommended for their durability and travel-friendly features. They’re designed with UPF protection and moisture-wicking fabrics that keep you fresh on long walks or sitting in an airplane for hours. The brand’s shirts are also lightweight and flexible, making them great for hikes or sightseeing excursions.

This rugged Eddie Bauer shirt is a hiking-ready choice, with a durable ripstop shell bonded to Sherpa fleece lining. It also has a reverse coil zipper, front zip pocket with Sherpa lining and a welded zippered left sleeve pocket. Its polyester blend is water resistant and has a breathability rating of 3000G/M2.

TFG readers love this shirt for its flexibility. It can be worn casually with jeans or dressed up for a dinner on the ship or resort. A nice bonus is the fabric is really soft and comfortable to wear all day.

However, in our sweat-wicking test, this shirt did not perform as well as the other shirts tested. It was slower to release perspiration and didn’t dry as quickly. We suspect the issue lies in its FreeDry wicking technology, which may not work well with a ripstop fabric like this. It was also stiffer than the other shirts after being hung in the sun and it didn’t fight off body odor as well.

3. Riders by Lee Easy Care Blouse

When it comes to womens button up shirts, an arsenal of options in different silhouettes, fabrics and colors will see you through every season. That’s why editors and wardrobe stylists have their can’t-live-without staples at the ready, from classic oxfords to relaxed boyfriend fits, tailored shearling, and everything in between.

Wardrobe stylist Alison Bruhn says to look for a flattering fit and tailoring, but also to pay attention to details like button placement and how the collar sits on your neck. “A well-tailored shirt will be nice and straight across the shoulders, with no pulling or bunching,” she says. It should also have a clean front, with no gaping at the chest or neckline.

For a versatile option that’s perfect for travel, consider this Riders by Lee blouse in a range of fashionable womens button up shirts colors that are easy to mix and match. It has a button front, 34-length sleeves and a classic collar. The shirt is available in sizes 1X-4X.

Another top-rated pick is this linen button down from Mango, a TFG reader favorite that’s light and airy for warmer weather. It’s designed to be a no-iron shirt, and it has double-layered panels on the chest for opacity that helps it avoid stains. It’s also a great option for plus-size women, as it comes in XS-3X and features a fitted style with a longer length that’s easy to tie or half-tuck.

4. Ann Mashburn Icon Shirt

If you’re looking for a white button-down that can be both polished and casual, look no further than this menswear-inspired option from Atlanta-based Ann Mashburn. Founded by former fashion editors, the brand offers high-quality clothing that looks like it cost twice as much. Their collection is made of fabrics from the same mills and tanneries as many luxury brands, so you’re guaranteed to feel good wearing it.

Their crisp woven shirts (like this Cotton Icon Shirt) are cut to mimic men’s and feature a classic, scaled-down point collar that looks equally chic when wrinkled as it does pressed. The women’s oversized fit is perfect for layering over tees, while the luxurious 40-momme silk feels substantial yet seasonless.

Another favorite from the line is this Classic Six chambray shirt. It’s the ultimate wardrobe essential that works for both dressy occasions and weekend adventures. Freshly off the ironing board, it pairs well with a suit or sport coat. But it truly shines when worn over jeans and left a little rumpled with the buttons undone.

The MTM shirts from the brand are top-notch but expensive when compared to Proper Cloth or Spier & Mackay (both online options that start at less than half as much). But if you’re serious about buying a classic shirt, you’ll probably be happy to pay more for this quality.