Style Notes: Shirts That Speak Volumes
Whether you’re a less-is-more minimalist or prefer wearable works of art, find the best shirt to show off your distinct sense of style
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Style Notes: Shirts That Speak Volumes
Whether you’re a less-is-more minimalist or prefer wearable works of art, find the best shirt to show off your distinct sense of style
By: George ElliotShirts are hard workers. We don classic shirts as part of our workwear rotations, wear relaxed cut shirts to run errands and catch up with friends, and come night-time, we pull out our fanciest shirts to complete our beloved ‘jeans and a nice top’ combo. Clearly we rely on these versatile and easy-to-wear staples, so the importance of investing in the right ones shouldnt be overestimated. The trick? Opt for those that a) reflect your distinct dress sense and b) pair perfectly with the current contents of your wardrobe. That’s where this Liberty guide comes in handy. From The Maximalist to The Rebel, find the shirt to suit you below.
The Artful Dresser
Dries Van Noten Clavelly Floral Cotton Shirt, £515
These aesthetes go by the rule first set by Oscar Wilde: “one should either be a work of art, or wear a work of art.” That’s where Dries Van Noten’s Clavelly Floral Cotton Shirt, £515 comes in. White like a canvas but decorated on top with richly coloured flowers that look as if they’ve come straight from an oil painting, it’s a wearable masterpiece. For a full picture-perfect look, style with ROKSANDA’S sculptural Ambrosia Skirt, £895.
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Monica Vinader
Gold Plated Vermeil Silver Siren Muse Thin Cuff Bracelet
Kenneth Jay Lane
22ct Gold-Plated Multicoloured Gemstone Clip On Hoop Earrings
The Peacock
ALÉMAIS Marion Oversized Silk Shirt, £325
Like the technicolour bird they’re affectionately named after, sartorial peacocks are flamboyant by nature, so their ideal shirt would look something a little like the Marion Oversized Silk Shirt, £325 by ALÉMAIS. Patterned with a paisley print in tropical shades of orange, pink and green, this satin shirt is airy in fit too, perfect for those about to jet-off on a balmy winter getaway. To style, go all-out with the matching Silk Trousers, £325 and some equally colourful jewellery.
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The Minimalist
Liberty White Relaxed Cotton Poplin Shirt, £155
On the opposite end of the sartorial spectrum stand the minimalists, those masters of pared-back elegance that gravitate towards monochromes, slick silhouettes and understated (but never boring) classics. tailored for a straight cut from pure cotton poplin, Liberty’s White Relaxed Shirt, £155 is the essence of sleek simplicity, so deserves a space in your capsule wardrobe. It’ll pair effortlessly with pretty much anything but for a timeless look, layer it underneath Paloma Wool’s Off-Shoulder Knitted Jumper, £215 and Max Mara’s Manuela Coat, £1,700.
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The Rebel
Isabel Marant Étoile Berny Faux-Leather Shirt, £465
If you count yourself as a rebellious style seeker, look no further than the Berny Faux-Leather, £465 by Isabel Marant Étoile; treading the line between punk biker jacket and western shirt, this shirt is practical enough for your workwear rotation but packs that all-important subversive punch, so is you to a tee. For a ready-to-go outfit, add AGOLDE Criss-Cross Jeans, £270 and STAND STUDIO’s Janice Jacket, £530 to your bag while you're at it.
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The Bohemian
Liberty Thorpeness Flounce Silk Shirt, £225
Mix together the 60s hippie, 70s retromania and Kate Moss’ mid-Noughties wardrobe and you get The Bohemian: a romantic style personality that loves floaty skirts, saddle bags and charm jewellery. If that's you, then the Thorpeness Flounce by Liberty, £225 will be well up your proverbial street.Cut from shiny silk, ruffled and patterned in a vivid array of flowers, this modern yet vintage-inspired pick has plenty of period charm. Pair with Fortela’s Whitney Denim Jacket, £690 and the Luster Pleated Skirt by PLEATS PLEASE Issey Miyake, £570.
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