11 November 2011

The blue shirt

Light blue to be exact. It’s my go-to option after the white shirt. And this is exactly how I wear my blue shirt, or any shirt for that matter, in order to keep that balance between elegant and casual: with short skirts and flats, a very important detail when it comes to the mini length, or with jeans and heels. How do you wear yours? Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!

photos: 1,2-Vanessa Jackman / 3-Jak & Jil

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26 Responses to The blue shirt

  1. fashionsensitive wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 12:29 pm

    Unfortunately, too many women think that mini goes with high heels on a day light! Well, it does not and I am right beside you when you deem that wearing a mini, the heels have no place there! I love flat boots with mini, I intend to “abuse” of that look until the winter arrives. Have a wonderful and warm weekend! 😉

  2. Kellie Collis wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 2:01 pm

    What a lovely shirt! Enjoy the beautiful end of the week, Kellie xx

  3. Claire wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 2:28 pm

    I wear it just like this too – i loved those Van Jackman shots so much – i actually prefer a blue shirt in the fall as my skin suits it more than white when i am to be fair very white! have a good weekend xx

    https://fashionandfrank.blogspot.com/

  4. Meghan @ Wishful Thinking wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 3:12 pm

    Ah the classic blue shirt! One of my favourites. I usually pair mine with skinny jeans and flat knee boots in the winter and ballet pumps in the summer. Have a wonderful weekend Ada!

  5. LatteLisa wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 3:37 pm

    I need a shirt like that in my wardrobe, but I don’t need the skirt. After a certain age mini skirts are simply out … at least in my opinion 😉

  6. la Vinia wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 4:31 pm

    I appreciate this formula; so simple, so easy, so American.
    Have a nice week-end!

  7. Katie*Belle wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 5:14 pm

    I love the shirt in the last photo, with black skinny jeans and stilettos!

  8. Priscilla Joy wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 6:31 pm

    Oh and I love the skirt in the first images as well.

    Have a gorgeous weekend.
    xx

  9. Elle Sees wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 7:39 pm

    is there anything more useful?

  10. LittleRus wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 8:08 pm

    The girl on those first two photos is gorgeous and I adore her outfit very very very much. I love my shirts, too and wear them the same way you do plus I like a fitted shirt+widemusculine trousers+flats combo.
    Wishing you a great day, honey! Hope the weather gets better over the weekend. x

    • classiq wrote on
      --> 11 November 2011 at 11:29 pm

      You always complete my posts so nicely. And you read my mind too or better said, one more similarity noticed between us, because there is one more way I love wearing a shirt: yes, with wide legged, masculine style trousers and flats. And I know exactly what picture I wanted to post, it’s one taken by Garance Doré. But haven’t been able to find it in my folders. I’ll make an update to the post if I find it. 😉

  11. mary jo wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 8:48 pm

    Such a beautiful option–there was a time when I had lots of great cotton light blue shirts, but I don’t think I have a single one now–you are inspiring me Ada to add some to my wardrobe–such a great staple!

    xo Mary Jo
    https://On-PCH.com

  12. Tamra - walks with Bella wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 9:19 pm

    I love button downs, especially that shade of blue, but I have the most difficult time finding one that fits me perfectly. Where do you get yours?

    • classiq wrote on
      --> 11 November 2011 at 10:54 pm

      Tamra, my favourite right now is a Mexx shirt, light blue, with incredible details, like printed buttons and amazing stitching, and I must say it fits perfectly too(I’m a 34). I had a couple from Zara too, but the problem with them is that I have the impression that the sizes got bigger, because now the smallest size is a little loose. xo

  13. Dawn {The Alternative Wife} wrote on
    --> 11 November 2011 at 11:02 pm

    It’s such a classic piece, isn’t it? And I love how she paired it with that fabulous skirt.

    Have a wonderful weekend, Ada and thanks so much again for next week 🙂 xoxo

  14. Kristina wrote on
    --> 12 November 2011 at 11:36 am

    I’m so happy that you commented on the blog “fashioned by love,” through it I found you. I love your blog and it will be a new MUST READ for me. Thanks for all the timd you put in it.

    Also I feel the urge of having a light blue shirt…

    Love,
    Kristina

  15. genuinstyle wrote on
    --> 12 November 2011 at 1:18 pm

    So elegant!

  16. Not Just A Pretty Dress wrote on
    --> 12 November 2011 at 9:22 pm

    I love masculine shirts, especially in light blue and white. The collection +J for Uniqlo had some amazing pieces and I still regret not having bought a white tuxedo one…Anyway, I’m with Little Rus: I tend to style fitted shirt with boyfriend jeans. Have a great w-e Ada! PS: Apologise if I don’t comment on movie posts…I thought I knew a lot about the great classics (especially comedies), but I’m learning so many things from you…Thanks for your reviews!

  17. Rachel {Little Bits of Lovely} wrote on
    --> 13 November 2011 at 12:32 am

    Definitely a classic look; I love it paired with the black cigarette pants – very chic! Hope you enjoy the weekend Ada xx

  18. dustjacket wrote on
    --> 13 November 2011 at 1:12 am

    I love a shirt worn casually, pulled out a little and blue is the best!
    xxx

  19. Shawna wrote on
    --> 13 November 2011 at 6:44 am

    Love this! I am thinking I need a go-to shirt like this too!

  20. Helen @ TheStyleSchedule wrote on
    --> 14 November 2011 at 5:45 am

    Perfect shade of blue! Will do wonders for everyone…love the detail on the inside collar. But unfortunately (I’m with LatteLisa) after a certain age the short short mini is not my friend anymore! (unless its winter and I’ve got really thick opaque tights on!)
    Helen:)

  21. amourette wrote on
    --> 14 November 2011 at 5:47 pm

    Perfection!

  22. Rachael wrote on
    --> 15 November 2011 at 12:22 am

    Ada, Love this simple and chic look and that skirt is to die for. Adore it!! x

  23. maria wrote on
    --> 15 November 2011 at 6:00 pm

    Blu shirt is always a must-have!
    PS: The dark skirt is amaziiiiiiiiiiiiiing
    Have a nice week, Ada