Although the first button-down shirt can be traced back to the 19th century, the style as we know it today has not changed much over the years. Think about it: How we wear it—say, with a jeans and flats versus a circle skirt and petticoats—has drastically shifted, but the design itself? Pretty untouchable.
Until now. While, there is still, of course, a place in our closets for the OG oxford blouse, designers have started to experiment with fresh riffs on the classic cut: think flared sleeves, exposed shoulders, cropped hems, pleats, and more. Below, nine new silhouettes worth checking out STAT.
Zara Studio Zip Shirt
Sexy yet sweet, we love the eye-catching contrast of a zip pull and puff sleeves on the same silhouette.
Tome Striped Stretch Cotton-Blend Poplin Top
Full sleeves give this casual silhouette show-stopping drama.
Giles Open-Shoulder Draped Cotton-Poplin Shirt
Keep these origami folds moving in a elegant direction with an equally polished pair of black trousers.
Jonathan Simkhai Ruffled Poplin Shirt
With billowing wide leg trousers or a printed pencil skirt, so easy to dress up for evening.
Tibi Stripe Shirting Off-The-Shoulder Tunic
These sleeves this tunic can be worn two ways: tied or left flowy for a bell effect.
