Few pieces are as timeless as the white shirt. Understated and versatile, it presents a blank canvas for endless outfits. As we enter the chillier months, it's time for this staple to really shine. Already, we're seeing influencers and celebs tossing a white shirt on with jeans, long skirts and tailored trousers—the resulting looks always feel effortless. So, it's time to grab that neglected white shirt from the back of your wardrobe, or invest in a fresh, high-quality iteration, and unlock this underrated item's potential.
As always, we've enlisted the help of some of Instagram's best dressers to guide how you wear your white shirt for autumn. Minimalists will be pleased to see a handful of streamlined, unfussy outfits in the following list, but there are also some enviable examples of out-of-the-box styling. Each look features a basic white shirt, and each is easy to recreate for the season ahead using pieces you already own. Cue the best white shirt outfits of autumn 2024...
6 Timeless White Shirt Outfits That Are Perfect For Autumn/Winter 2024 Dressing:
1. White Shirt + Tailored Trousers + Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Tailoring and shirting might be a traditional match, but there are easy ways to make the combination feel contemporary. Take note from Anouk and add a playful pair of ballet flats to dress the look down and give it a 2024 spin.
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Arket does wardrobe staples so well.
Easy to style, whatever season you're in.
These dainty shoes will add a point of interest to every outfit.
2. White Shirt + Pleated Skirt + Strappy Mules
Style Notes: Prepare to see pleated midi skirts everywhere you look this autumn and winter. Unsure how to wear yours? White and cream is a tried-and-tested pairing for any season—if it ain't broke...
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Button this down halfway for a cinched in effect.
You'll wear this all year round.
These have such a '90s vibe to them.
3. White Shirt + Baggy Jeans + Trench Coat
Style Notes: Sylvie delivers a masterclass in making a white shirt look chic with her effortless trench-and-jeans ensemble. The kitten mules tick a huge trend box, bringing the entire outfit together.
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It's an investment, but the quality of this shirt is unmatched.
You don't have to pay a fortune to find a great pair of jeans.
Camel trenches will be everywhere over the next few months.
Is there anything more chic than croc slingbacks?
4. White Shirt + Blazer + Maxi Skirt
Style Notes: Lean into the tailored silhouette of your white button-down by teaming it with a long, structured skirt. By opting for a tonal look, Julie keeps the outfit looking put-together.
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You could also toss this on over a mini skirt on more casual days
A WWW UK-favourite brand.
Dress this up for the office or wear it with a tee at the weekend.
A great second-hand find.
5. White Shirt + Vest + Barrel-Leg Trousers
Style Notes: I just love how a crisp white shirt looks with black. Make like Brittany and layer a neutral knit vest over your shirt while it's still cold out, before adding the trousers and t-bar Mary Janes.
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It's always worth stocking up on basics.
You can throw this over your shirt dresses as well.
Abercrombie's trousers really are exceptional.
These went straight into my basket.
6. White Shirt + Track Pants + Loafers
Style Notes: Looking to dress down your white shirt and loafers combo for those more casual days? Fashion people are using track pants as a cool way to make their white shirts look slightly more relaxed but no less chic.
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I really rate COS' shirts.
Rebecca's brown and pink pair are out of stick currently, but this navy and white colourway is just a stylish.
Two-tone loafers will always look elegant.
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