These Button-Down Shirts for Women Will Fit All Your Fashion Needs

It’s almost impossible to go wrong when you're shopping for the best button-down shirts for women. Button-downs are a classic wardrobe staple, and even though Ree Drummond is usually in a blousy tunic, she and her husband, Ladd, both love a plaid flannel button-down and a button-down chambray shirt. Give Ree a button-down, and she'll pair it with “mile-high” espadrilles, great jeans, and a brightly patterned tank top.

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Along with Ree's favorites, there are so many variations on the button-down to add to your closet. If your style is more classic, start by looking at crisp white button-downs or subtle pinstripe options. If you want to take a walk on the wild side, go bold! Look for a fun animal print, a trendy tie-dye button-down shirt, or one with a vibrant, colorful pattern. If you’re somewhere in the middle, details like ruffled cuffs, puffed sleeves, or embroidery are great ways to add a little “ooh la la” to your look.

Browse this list, and you're sure to spot a fun new top (or two or three). And once you do, keep in mind that the best button-down shirts are great for work and play. Tuck your shirt into a slim skirt for work, or keep it casual by wearing it untucked with jeans or shirts. They are also great for every season. You can wear one as a beach coverup—just make sure to pair it with a straw hat for some extra sun protection. Or use it to layer clothes as the temperatures cool down. No matter the time of year, this essential piece will fit all of your fashion needs!