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What to Wear: White Button-Down Shirt for a Beach Wedding

A beach wedding calls for a look that's dressy but barefoot-friendly — think elevated, not black-tie. Here's how to make a white button-down shirt work for it — plus a way to actually see it on yourself before you commit.

Getting the silhouette right

For this occasion, look for a slightly relaxed fit through the body, tapered at the cuff. Cotton poplin presses crisp; linen-cotton blends forgive travel wrinkles.

  • Half-tuck it rather than full-tuck for a less formal line
  • Roll the cuffs twice, not just once, so they stay put

Color and finishing touches

  • Gold jewelry reads warmer against white than silver
  • A single bold bottom (color or print) since the top stays neutral

What the occasion actually needs

A beach wedding is dressy but barefoot-friendly — think elevated, not black-tie.

  • Wedge heels or flat sandals hold up far better than stilettos on sand
  • A lightweight fabric matters more here than anywhere else on this list — humidity is real
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