I have been auditing my closet and trying to get ready for a fall wardrobe. This summer, I felt scattered in regards to my closet and figuring out things to wear. One thing I did notice was that I tend to buy the same pieces over and over. One of those pieces are short sleeve button ups. I have six short sleeve button ups in my closet and I wear the heck out of them!
CLOSET MVP: SHORT SLEEVE BUTTON DOWN
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Outfit Details: Shirt | Shorts | Bag
A short sleeve button down is easy to wear, easy to find, and easy to layer. Basically, a top for all seasons. In the summer, I wear the button downs with shorts and in winter, jeans. When I don’t know what to wear, a button down is what I grab. Personally, I love loose and oversized short sleeve button downs. My favorite button down currently is the Madewell Central Drapey Shirt and they are worth every penny.
Mostly, I watch for the shirts to go on sale or look for them at Nordstrom Rack. But honestly, I have also had my shirts for years and I think they are still in perfect shape.
I also have two short sleeve button downs from the Universal Threads line at Target. The shirts are more fitted, but I think if you want to spend less then $30 on a top, then these button downs are for you.
HOW TO STYLE SHORT SLEEVE BUTTON DOWNS
Outfit Details: Shirt | Cardigan | Jeans | Shoes
Mostly I wear a half tuck with a short sleeve button down with high waisted denim. Sometimes, I’ll tie it up at the waist for a different look – usually I do this during the spring and summer. I have seen people wear these shirts with skirts and dresses too. Seriously, if you don’t have a short sleeve button down in your closet, you need one.
Outfit Details: Shirt | Jeans | Booties (Similar)
NURSING FRIENDLY MUST HAVES
If you are going to be a nursing mom or if you are a nursing mom, a short sleeve button down is a must have for a breastfeeding friendly wardrobe. I also wore a button up for our Fresh 48 and our Newborn photos with Piper. Best thing, because these are over sized, you can wear them throughout your postpartum journey. And plus, they are so easy to throw on and can even jazz up a pair of leggings, if that’s your jam.
SHOP FOR A NEW SHORT SLEEVE BUTTON DOWN
Like I said, most of my button downs are from Madewell because they are simply the best and I have linked my current favorites below.
I also searched high and low for a more budget friendly alternative to the Madewell button downs. I found some that look like they may work, but I can’t speak to the quality or fit of the shirts. I’ll keep my eye out and let you know of any good deals I may find. I regularly share sales and other finds on my Instagram @nicoleleilaniblog or on my liketoknowit page, so follow me there!