The white shirt has long been considered a wardrobe essential, but its appeal lies in far more than its simplicity. Styled with vivid denim, relaxed tailoring or unexpected accessories, it becomes one of the most expressive pieces in a modern wardrobe.

Here, we explore five considered ways to make the white shirt your own.

Vivid red denim and metallic flats

Navy tailoring and dusty-rose ballet flats

Indigo tweed and relaxed denim

Chocolate trousers with a touch of leopard

A knee-length denim skirt and tan loafers