As a truly timeless wardrobe essential, the classic white shirt should be at the top of your shopping list. Here’s a guide to finding your perfect one…

For me, a fail-safe combo is jeans and a shirt. Simple, understated and classy. However, the quality of these pieces is not always guaranteed. So I set to work hunting out the best white shirts around. Yes, you can opt for designer. They did, after all, feature heavily at Ralph Lauren, Dior and Chanel. However, the high street has upped its game and raised the bar on its grown-up tailoring. Cos, for instance, has a whole section dedicated to white shirts. From cotton to linen, all are made from exquisite fabrics that not only look good but also feel good.

For the shirt above all shirts, it’s got to be With Nothing Underneath. Founded in 2017, WNU is all about simplicity – pared back, laid back, timeless, effortless clothing – just like the women who wear them and the icons that inspired them; Carolyn Bessette, Jane Birkin and Charlotte Rampling.

Sézane’s shirting is spectacular and a true celebration of Parisian style. This is androgynous dressing with a soft spin.

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