8 easy and sexy ways to wear oversize shirts

The oversized shirt is a staple in our capsule wardrobe. It’s comfortable, roomy, and exudes cool when paired with dresses, cargo pants, trousers, jeans, skirts, and countless other items.

1. Make like Carrie Bradshaw and tie a belt into your dress

If we’ve learned anything from watching “Sex and the City” countless times, sometimes less is more. Simplify your dressing by wearing just an oversized button-down shirt, with a belt at the narrowest part to cinch you in at the waist and keep your casual shirt dress from looking like you forgot your pants on the run out the door. This look works with any shirt, no matter the print or color. Finish it off with strappy high-heeled sandals and wind-tossed hair.

2. Break the mold with a double denim belt

Paris Fashion Week surprised us with a micro-trend we never thought would make it to the City of Love: Canadian tuxedos. We’re taking a page out of French fashion’s book and tucking an oversized denim shirt into a pair of straight-leg jeans for a balanced double denim look. You’ll get the billowing sleeves and puffiness from the loose blouse, plus the slim cut of the pants will make you look like you have legs for days. Don’t forget to update the denim look with a classic black belt for a modern, high-end look.

3. Pair an oversized shirt with other loose-fitting items

To avoid looking sloppy or like you're drowning in excess fabric, pay attention to proportion and fit: Consider tucking in half the buttons in your jeans to accentuate your waist, and find a jacket that's the same length as your shirt if you can. Finally, choose jeans that are comfortable, not too baggy, so they don't look shapeless.

4. Pair with shorts and kitten heels for an incredible combination

In spring, we’ll be enjoying the carefree look of an oversized shirt paired with boxer briefs and comfortable kitten heels. Wear a tailored suit casually or add a beachy touch by wearing a white button-down shirt over a white tank top. Wondering how to add a fashionable flair? Look for colorful heels that will dress up a casual outfit.

5. Tie your oversized shirt

When it comes to our oversized shirts, this might be one of the few times we want to mess things up. Tie that extra fabric into a knot just below your bust and watch it go from boring to chic.

6. Elevate basic outfits with standout accessories

We’ll always turn to the trusty combination of an oversized white shirt and blue jeans, especially when the denim has a matching low rise. To elevate this otherwise simple combo, complete your look with something a little more glamorous, like black strappy heels.

7. Enjoy the fun of fabric mixing

A crisp cotton oversized shirt looks great paired with a contrasting fabric like leather (or faux leather). The combination of the traditional fabric and structured shape of the Oxford shirt with a rock ‘n’ roll inspired material creates a casual balance between softness and grunge, combining two opposing fashion styles quite beautifully. This combination gives you a lot of variation depending on how you style it. During the day, pair it with comfortable sneakers and a tote bag for work, then unbutton the top few buttons and dress it up with heels and a shiny baguette for a bold evening look.

8. Wear a loose shirt in the Cowboy Core style

Cowboy boots, denim shorts, and an oversized button-down may seem wrong, but it’s so right. Cowboy-inspired fashion is everywhere right now, thanks to Beyoncé, who has sparked a cowboy craze with the release of two singles from her upcoming album, Cowboy Carter. Rustic yet chic, this leggy look feels surprisingly fresh.