Everyone should have a decent white shirt in their wardrobe. A classic style staple, it’s versatile, understated, and instantly ups the chic-creds of an outfit. But with so many out there, however will you choose? Ah, thanks for asking! Cue our short and sweet shopping list of our favourite local and high street options available to buy now. Just watch out for spillages, that red wine is a nightmare to clean off…

Mint Velvet

Throw on this airy, oversized shirt for instant French chic. Add skinnies and your favourite heels and you’re good to go. Tuck it in or let it float out around you, the choice is yours, depending on what you had for lunch. Snap it up online from Chichester boutique Mint Velvet.

£59

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ARKET

A classic. Launched in 2017 under the H&M umbrella, ARKET is your go-to for simple, stylish and sophisticated separates with nods to Nordic style. You’ll find loads of white shirts on site but our fave is this slimline 100% cotton option. Dare you to unbutton it low like this!

£35

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Velvet

This A-line shirt, from Amersham-based boutique Chattertons, is boho chic at its finest with subtle floral embroidery and floaty feel. It’s on sale too – result!

£124 reduced from £249

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This oversized shirt is all about the details, with iridescent pearl buttons, painted collar and washed finish. Wear untucked with a pair of jeans – straight leg is bang on trend, if you can tear yourself away from your faithful skinnies.

£65

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Mint Velvet

Puff sleeves have been a favourite of fashion eds for a while now and are here to stay for spring. The trend can look a little ‘Tudor wench’ sometimes so we’re loving the subtlety of this Mint Velvet number.

£69

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Bellerose

From Henley-based boutique Fluidity F2, this 100% cotton shirt has a super-simple silhouette and flattering V-neck – wear it untucked over jeans to dress it down, or tuck into a pair of high waited trousers for a more sophisticated feel.

£115

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Zara

Zara always comes through with the goods at a fantastic price point and this semi-sheer shirt is a steal. Full marks for the Western-inspired pin-tuck detail. YeeHaw!

£25.99

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