How to Style a Shirtdress: 8 Effortless Outfits

The shirtdress borrows the best parts of a button-down shirt — the collar, the buttons, the clean lines — and turns them into a one-piece outfit that requires almost no thought.

Why it works

It looks tailored without being restrictive.

It works for casual days and dressier ones with a simple change of shoes.

It can be worn open as a lightweight layer, too.

8 outfit ideas

A belted shirtdress with white sneakers for the weekend.

A crisp white shirtdress with loafers and a tote for the office.

A denim shirtdress with ankle boots and a crossbody bag.

An oversized shirtdress worn open over a tank and leggings.

A striped shirtdress with espadrilles for warm weather.

A long shirtdress with a leather belt and heeled sandals.

A chambray shirtdress with canvas sneakers for errands.

A dark shirtdress with a structured blazer layered on top.

Styling notes

A belt at the waist gives the shirtdress a more defined, polished shape. Leave it unbelted for a relaxed, borrowed-from-the-closet feel.

Play with the buttons. Leaving the top one or two open creates a flattering neckline and keeps the look from feeling stiff.