The Perfect Button-Down Shirt + Ways to Style

The Perfect Button-Down Shirt + Ways to Style

Shirt: Sezane sz 0/32
Shorts: AF short xxs c/o. Fit info below. Also been eying these, on sale!
Sandals: Sezane sz 6 c/o. Runs small so I sized up. Love & wear them often!
Accessories: Anne Klein watch (DIY resized), Edited Pieces mini belt xxs, $15 sunglasses

I’ve enjoyed working on capsule wardrobe posts in recent years, and one piece that’s in the lineup each time is a classic button down shirt. The Sézane Tomboy is such a good option that goes from work to weekend – it’s tailored enough to pair with office wear, and the slightly relaxed fit works perfectly with casualwear without being too oversized for me. The fabric is a subtly textured, 100% cotton that is more oxford style cotton than my Everlane shirts, which are a thinner weight, flat cotton.

If you’re interested in more pieces to try from Sézane, here are my past reviews on sweaters, blouses, and a big post from their Boston store opening! A few personal favorites over the years:

  • Chlo blouse is gorgeous in the blue/white stripe cotton with lace trim. This was out of stock for so long and now back. A more tailored slim fit than the Tomboy shirt.
  • Stripe Leontine jumper – the viral pullover sweater from a few years ago, that I still adore and get questions about every single time.
  • Abelia drape blouse. Looser fit, nice quality with a little weight and texture to the drape fabric. Elegant tucked into high rise trousers, skirts or jeans.
  • Gatsby stripe tee – unique row of buttons and drop shoulder, relaxed fit. Note this is an oversized fit in a thicker weight cotton, so I usually only half tuck it in the front to avoid too much bulk.
  • Bianca lace blouse – a more special, intricate piece with petite-friendly 7/8 sleeves.
sezane gatsby mariniere striped shirt petite
Gatsby stripe tee xxs, AF shorts xxs c/o, EP mini belt xxs, Polene bag c/o

I’ve been searching for tailored shorts in a dressier material than my beloved Madewell ones, and have yet to find the perfect pair. I’ve been holding onto…

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