Ok, I have a few favourite button-down blouses that I like to wear to work. I don’t notice a ton of women wearing button-downs, and I’m not sure why – they’re very comfortable, usually available in a breathable fabric, and are often good quality. Here are some options.
Option 1: H&M
These shirts are light-weight and don’t wrinkle much, although they still need an iron. Because they’re so thin I often wear an undershirt with them. The best part? They’re $20. Despite the fair price I’ve found they last pretty long as well.
I’ve posted a picture of a black shirt that I purchased today. I’ve noticed that not many stores offer black button-down shirts, but I think they’re quite nice.
However, if you’re not a fan of black they come in lots of other colours (even though I don’t see them online right now) such as light pink, a light blue and white stripe, and white.
Name: Fitted Shirt
Price: $19.00
Link: https://www2.hm.com/en_ca/productpage.0507910004.html
Option 2: J Crew
Such a classic. For some reason the J Crews in Canada seem to be closing and so I haven’t been going to J Crew as much lately. However, they make good quality solid cotton shirts.
Name: Slim Stretch Perfect Shirt
Price: $92.50
Link: https://www.jcrew.com/ca/p/womens_category/shirts_tops/buttonfront/slim-stretch-perfect-shirt/J8730?color_name=white
Option 3: Banana Republic
Another classic! Unlike J Crew, Banana Republic seems to be thriving in Toronto so there’s lots of stores to choose from. BR’s button-down shirts are also great quality and comfortable. And, any price you see online is probably on sale in-store.
Name: Riley Tailored-Fit Shirt
Price: $69.50 (but look out for promotions).
Link: https://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=493544022&cid=1107722&pcid=1107721&grid=pds_3_48_1#pdp-page-content
Women's work clothes 