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Consider them the building blocks of your outfit uniform.
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I quickly learned that not all dress shirts are created equal nor should they be.
Some are too tight, too scratchy, or too transparent.
(Were looking at you, Bradshaw.)
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And this one is accurately named.
It has a really great shapethat dopped shoulder!
The back pleats for added dimension!and is finished with anexaggerated shirttail hemfor that perfectoversizedlook.
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Its a shirt that proves everything is all in the details, from theintricate wrist buttonsto the crispcotton poplin.
Thanks to thesplit back hem, you could easily tuck it into any bottom.
This AYR (All Year Round)tunic-lengthbutton-up proves just that.
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Its versatile, yet also timeless.
Anoversized front pocketadds just the right amount of asymmetry to this cotton number.
We love the details like the thin placket, the tall sleeve cuffs, the lustrous fabric.
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And the biggest bonus of all?
Itsmachine washable,and it comes inplus-sizes.
And her recommendation for which to add to yours?
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Thisoversized, hip-lengthversion is from Targets Universal Standard line.
Made from 100% cotton poplin, its high-quality, affordable, and is great for base layering.
Plus, we love that it comes in plenty of other colors and sizes up to4X.
Have you seen a moreRachel Green-inspiredbutton-up?
This Reformation x Camille Rowe collab serves up a slinky version of the beloved button-up.
Thiswarm-weather stylefrom Athelta is made from afeatherlight stretch material,meaning itcouldbe the softest item in your wardrobe.
Were confident, though, that itll be one of the easiest to pair.
Its high-quality but looks relaxed.
Its fuss-free but elevates a look entirely.
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Thats because its made of a luxeEuropean flaxthats breezy and delicate, but it also holds up after washes.
(Machine washes, that is.
Plus, the material is moresustainableby taking less resources to grow.
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And just because its a bit unfitted doesnt mean it doesnt hold shape it actually means quite the opposite.
Plus, it comes inpetitesizes.
And thats exactly what this long-sleeve from Good American does.
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We love having options.
And thats why we consider it an excellent option for outerwear.
This one features lavish full-length sleeves, alace-trimmed collar, andmother-of-pearl buttonsextended down the front.
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Plus, it’s made fromorganic cotton.
Use a soft toothbrush to work it in gently, and you will see results almost instantly.
This solution is especially great for wine and coffee.
She’s an associated editor at Byrdie, where she covers all things beauty and style.
For this article, Caitlyn spoke with style experts and conducted hours of research on the top-rated white shirts.
She narrowed it down to these top picks based on style, fabric, sizing, and price.
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Along with writing about beauty, she also frequently covers relationship, wellness, and lifestyle topics.
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