Finally, we took into account our own personal experience with wearing button-downs as a foundational wardrobe staple to come up with our final list of recommendations.

We also researched bestsellers from brands whose DNA is in great shirting and crossed referenced these lists with actual shopper reviews.

To curate our list of best button-downs, we asked expert fashion stylists to provide their tried-and-true favorites, taking into consideration style, fabric, fit and price. How We Chose The Best Women’s Button-Downs “I adore the fun drama of the generous side slits and dainty mother of pearl buttons-this shirt can be worn for day but is so special for evening over a back lace bodysuit.” “It’s an unexpected fabric for this wardrobe basic,” she says. If you want to invest in silk shirt that’s extremely well-made and will last you season after season, New York-based stylist Sarah Easley swears by The Row’s Carla silk shirts. The Row is sought out by discerning fashion shoppers for their luxurious yet laid-back style essentials. Sizes: XS-L | Colors: White | Materials: 100% silk

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