Baggy Button Down Shirts Rock!

Don't ditch the baggy button down shirts yet! The boyfriend shirt is totally in fashion and when worn the right way, they can look super sexy. Oversized button downs are now the hottest trend! If this oversized style isn't up your alley, try refashioning the shirt into something else. Repurposing clothes is all the rage and can give you a new fabulous look for absolutely no money. Before you choose what to do with your baggy button down, check out these simple style suggestions.

Something Skinny

Look totally in-the-moment by pairing a baggy button down with a skinny bottom. Pairing it with full bottoms can make you look bulky and sloppy so for best results, choose a skinny jean, a jegging or a legging. The slimness of a skinny bottom balances out your shirt's boxy, baggy shape. You can even blouse a baggy button down over a pair of shorts. This pairing is fab for weekend wear or a casual evening out.

Tie It Up

Add a little retro western flavor to your next ensemble by tying up your baggy button down. The best way to accomplish this is to button your shirt to the navel, leaving the bottom unbuttoned, and then tie up the excess fabric into a cute double knot. Pair this top with an eyelet peasant skirt or a pair of tailored denim shorts. If showing off your midriff makes you nervous, go vintage pin-up by pairing the shirt with a high-waisted pencil skirt or high-waisted sailor shorts.

Shirt Dress

If your baggy button down is also long, you can totally wear it as a shirt dress. To avoid the whole bending over and exposing your bum embarrassment, you'll want the shirt to hit near your mid-thigh. Cinch the waist with a belt to give your silhouette a little definition. An elastic belt will cinch you in tighter than one that is adjustable. Pair with boots or ballet flats. Add tights or leggings beneath on breezier days.

Get Tailored

If none of these options suits you, try tailoring your baggy button down. Whether you do-it-yourself or take it to a professional, tailoring can be a great way to turn something old into something new. Depending on how baggy your shirt is, you may have to move the shoulders up by reattaching the sleeves and shorten the bottom. Tailoring a shirt requires good sewing skills. If sewing isn't your forte, try taking your shirt to a professional; it isn't usually that expensive.

Button down shirts that are oversized should not be taken for granted as you still can style it in different ways. All you need are tips (which we already supply) and confidence to carry the outfit. Rock those oversized shirts now!