Let’s talk white shirts. Silk white shirts to be specific. I’ve purchased a number of white button down shirts in my day… but it wasn’t until coming across this silk number on super sale that I realized just how much of an elevated basic this item really is.

Today I wanted to state the case for you to add a quality, tailored white silk shirt into your wardrobe for year round use and versatile styling. Check out my picks available now and two ways to wear this piece this spring — to your day at work, wherever that may be… all the way to after, whether that be happy hour or evening date night.

SHOP ELEVATED BASIC : SILK SHIRT

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Silk White Shirt : For the Workday

So you’re planning your outfit for your Monday – Friday, but you need something that can carry you from your desk and meetings to after work plans with friends. What’s a modern day girl-on-the-go to do?

This is where I really lean in to the idea of leveraging elevated basics. Start with a piece to build off of — in this case, your silk white shirt. Then add pairings that are appropriate for each setting.

Because I’m a black and white lover (and currently 29 weeks pregnant), I go for my black skinny maternity denim. Though I’ve linked non-maternity option below. As it’s always pretty cold at the office, I love to incorporate a jacket — no matter what the temp outside. This sweater blazer has got to be one of my faaaaavorite elevated basics as I wear it year round, and own in in 3 of the 8 colors. Hint, hint — you might need to snag one too.

Then for comfort, I gravitate towards a non-heel shoe. What better item than the on-trend mule that you can slide into, offering an easy, yet stylish look. Polish this off with some statement accessories — my beloved Celine sunnies and a clear statement beaded bag. Note, these will be perfect for my evening ahead.

SHOP WORKWEAR EDIT

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Silk White Shirt : For Post Work Happenings

So it’s almost 5 and you’re ready to GTFO. Or let’s be honest, you’re doing all you can to leave earlier because the sun is shining. Time to put your sweater blazer, laptop and any other work junk away.

Now what’s a quick and effortless way to transition to post-work woman? Swap out those mules for a strappy on-trend block heel. Open your button down shirt so you can see that gorgeous pendant necklace and maybe a little black lace bra. Toss the locks, grab that beaded bag plus your sexy sunnies and you’re on your way to cocktails.

Now doesn’t that sound easy?

SHOP EVENING EDIT

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Like this transitional look? Let me know in the comments below!

// cb ✌????