There are certain summer trends we can always count on — a whimsical floral dress [1], some iteration of ripped jean shorts — but the classic button-down shirt has been completely revamped, and frankly, it caught us by surprise. The otherwise office-appropriate blouse has become incredibly casual this season, and some of fashion's biggest influencers are reimagining it by wearing it with everything from cutoffs to biker shorts [2].
The best thing about having a crisp button-down in your closet is that it now can be worn just about anywhere: over a bathing suit at the beach, out for a stroll with ripped jean shorts, and of course, with a sharp co-ord suit. Get your styling inspiration right this way, then shop the trend at seriously affordable prices from Old Navy.
Take an oversize button-down and make it extrachic by leaving it mostly unbuttoned.
Old Navy Relaxed Classic Shirt
Old Navy Relaxed Classic Shirt [4] ($15, originally $30)
Grab a bright pink shade and tuck it into high-waisted shorts.
Old Navy Pigment-Dyed Tencel Twill Shirt
Old Navy Pigment-Dyed Tencel Twill Shirt [5] ($20, originally $35)
Take a blue button-down and wear it with high-waisted shorts, finishing with a tailored blazer. We love this for a weekend look.
Old Navy Relaxed Classic Shirt
Old Navy Relaxed Classic Shirt [6] ($15, originally $30)
Find a button-down with sweet eyelet details and wear it open with your favourite loungewear.
Old Navy Oversized Embroidered Eyelet Button-Front Blouse
Old Navy Oversized Embroidered Eyelet Button-Front Blouse [7] ($25, originally $40)
It even works with biker shorts. We think this look would be perfect for a day walking along the beach. It's a perfect mix.
Old Navy Linen-Blend Utility Short-Sleeve Shirt
Linen-Blend Utility Short-Sleeve Shirt [8] ($20, originally $33)