If I Could Wear 1 Shirt All Summer, It Would Be This $16 Striped Button-Down

Updated on 6/26/2020 at 9:55 AM

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What qualities make up the perfect summer shirt? For me, I always start by finding a fabric that's lightweight and breathable. Next, I look for a top that's versatile so I can wear it with everything already in my warm-weather wardrobe: jean shorts, maxi skirts, and even biker shorts. Then, the print itself has to be fun. After seeing bold striped button-downs cropping up on stylish women all over Instagram, I went on a hunt to find a short-sleeved version I could introduce to my closet.

The Old Navy Relaxed Vertical-Stripe Cap-Sleeve Shirt ($16, originally $30) has everything I was looking for. It features vertical stripes that make me think of ocean vacations, and the fabric is lightweight: a mix of cotton and rayon.

Check out how some of my favorite influencers have been styling their striped button-downs, then sprint on over to Old Navy to check out my top pick. It's 25 percent off today.