How to Rock a Plain White Shirt

A perfect, plain white shirt is something every girl should have in her closet -- and know how to style.

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You Will Need

  • Right cut and fabric
  • Proper fit
  • Little black dress
  • Bermuda shorts
  • Skinny jeans, casual pants, and a skirt
  • Bold accessories
  • Killer heels

Steps

  1. Step 1

    Go for masculine style

    Go for a white shirt in a crisp, cotton fabric, such as poplin or twill, with a masculine cut. Avoid feminine adornments, pleating, stretch, or darts.

  2. Step 2

    Get the right fit

    Get the right fit. It should be neither baggy nor super tight.

  3. If it gaps in the bust or hips when you sit down, go up one size.

  4. Step 3

    Wear it to work

    Wear your white shirt under a classic little black dress to work. For another office-appropriate look, tuck your shirt into Bermuda shorts, add a leather belt, and finish the look with conservative heels.

  5. Step 4

    Wear it on weekends

    Wear it on weekends, untucked, with skinny jeans and the sleeves rolled up. With other pants or skirts, tuck it in, toss on a cardigan sweater, and undo the top two buttons. Pair it with denim cut-offs and sandals for a casual vibe.

  6. Step 5

    Dress it up

    Dress up a white shirt with a single, bold accessory, like a large statement necklace or a cuff bracelet. Pair it with your favorite jeans or black leggings and killer heels and you're ready for a night out.

  7. The pop group Plain White T's earned two Grammy nominations for their 2006 hit song, "Hey There Delilah."

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