Womens Button Up Shirts
Womens Button Up Shirts
A white button-down shirt is a wardrobe staple for any woman. The versatile top works well with jeans for a casual look and can be worn year-round.
A reader favorite, Quince’s washable silk button-down is a smart and stylish option that’s also ethically made in BSCI-compliant factories. The blouse’s high-low hem works with both pants and skirts.
Dickies Women’s Stretch Button-Up Shirt
Make every day a comfortable one in this Dickies women’s long-sleeve poplin stretch work shirt. Its stretchy poplin fabric has just enough spandex to move with you, while front darts add a flattering shape to your figure. Back pleats and a hi-lo hem offer added mobility so you can bend and squat with ease. This uniform shirt’s white color helps you project a professional image and can be embroidered with your company logo to create a custom look.
The Dickies oxford flex fabric of this long-sleeve work shirt is made from a durable cotton/polyester blend and treated with stain release. It wicks moisture away from your body to keep you cool and dry. The shirt’s tailored fit and pearlized buttons help you create a polished, professional image. The shirt’s wrinkle-resistant technology and pre-washed fabric ensure you can keep it looking like new. It’s also treated with stain-release technology to repel stains and moisture, so you can wear it for a long time without worrying about it getting dirty.
J.Jill Classic White Button-Up Shirt
The classic white button-down shirt can elevate the most quotidian of outfits. Whether you’re layering it under a chunky knit come winter womens button up shirts or wearing it open over your swimsuit at the beach, this style staple will always look on point.
But it’s not always easy to find a fit that works for taller, plus-size women. Brand strategist Rachel Richardson says Jill is a favorite for its “classic pieces that offer plenty of room in the shoulders and hips”—and this shirt fits the bill. She likes the breathable organic cotton fabric and thinks it’s perfect for all-season wear, whether you’re pairing it with jeans in warm weather or a skirt and thermal under it when it’s colder. It also hits the hip in just the right spot so you don’t end up with a bunch of extra fabric flaring out from your mid-section, as some other brands can tend to do for her.
Another option that works for plus-size women is this linen shirt from Everlane, which Strategist writer Chloe Anello loves. She calls it “the most comfortable” she’s worn, and says it has a boxier cut that’s not too oversized (her pet peeve with many of the other womens white button down shirts she’s tried). The shirt is made from Eco-conscious Clean Silk that’s both hypoallergenic and thermoregulating. It’s available in sizes XS-XL.
Spanx Non-Iron Silk Button-Down Shirt
If you’re looking for a shirt that looks just as polished with jeans on the weekend as it does paired with workwear pants and heels, try this Spanx non-iron silk button-down shirt. It’s a big favorite among TFG readers, and it has double-layered paneling across the chest for opacity so you won’t be showing off your peek-a-boo bra. This shirt also has a longer back for coverage (making your front-tuck even more flattering). Plus, it comes in white, gray, sage green, and a rust red in sizes XS-3X.
Another reader-favorite, this cotton and polyester shirt has a slightly more tailored fit than most button-downs. It’s wrinkle-free and has a classic collar with pearl buttons, which makes it look dressy but still easy to pair with jeans and a denim jacket for casual wear. It’s a great choice for business travel, and PureWow staffers say it’s especially good when worn with wide-leg denim and strappy sandals for summer.
Whether you’re wearing it for an office-appropriate outfit or you need something to wear while running errands, this linen shirt from Frank & Eileen is a top pick. It’s lightweight and fits with a modern oversize feel, and it has the perfect amount of structure to womens button up shirts keep your silhouette slim without feeling restrictive. It’s a great choice for warm-weather vacations, and it’s also perfect to take into fall, when you can wear it with a cardigan over a light knit dress or with dark jeans and a blazer.
Ann Mashburn Icon Shirt
Atlanta-based former fashion editor Ann Mashburn—alongside husband Sid, who creates menswear for the brand—specializes in creating stylish classics that you’ll wear year after year. From crisp woven shirting made just like men’s to a range of ladylike blouses, she has a knack for designing pieces that feel both modern and timeless.
One of her most versatile styles is this white cotton button-down with French cuffs and elegant forget-me-not embroidery. It’s a wardrobe essential that looks just as chic rumpled and unbuttoned as it does freshly ironed, and it pairs effortlessly with everything from boyfriend jeans to full skirts for work or weekend events.
Another top pick is this chambray shirt in Italian cottolino. It’s the perfect way to wear all the utility and character of denim with a dressier look (think suit and tie or sport coat with jeans). Even better, it’ll fade beautifully, becoming increasingly worn in with every washing.
Though Sid Mashburn is a fan-favorite for their MTM shirts, their high prices are hard to justify when you can get similar results online from Proper Cloth and Spier & Mackay for half the cost. Still, their quality, customer service and curated collection are worth checking out if you’re looking to invest in some long-lasting style staples. And their shirts have an added benefit: All of their cotton is grown under the Better Cotton Initiative, supporting sustainable agriculture and helping farmers protect and restore their environment.