5 Ways to Style a White Oxford Shirt

There's a reason the oxford cloth button-down has survived more than a century of fashion cycles. Its slightly textured weave sits between formal and casual, and its soft, rolling collar looks good open or buttoned. It's the rare shirt that genuinely works everywhere.

1. With tailoring, minus the tie

Pair it with a navy blazer, collar buttoned down, no tie. It's the modern business uniform — polished, approachable and comfortable for a twelve-hour day.

2. Untucked, sleeves rolled

Sleeves rolled twice, worn loose with the top two buttons open. Relaxed, but undeniably considered.

3. Open over a tee

Worn unbuttoned as a light jacket over a white or black heavyweight tee. The weekend default.

4. Under knitwear

Collar points tucked under a merino crew neck. Timeless, and the best way to add polish to knitwear in the office.

5. Under a double-breasted blazer

The soft roll of an oxford collar takes the formality out of a double-breasted blazer. Leave the tie at home — it's sharper without one.

“Buy the oxford one size you'd normally wear. It should skim, not cling — the fabric needs room to drape.”