No wardrobe is complete without the humble white shirt. One of the most versatile pieces you can own, this fashion staple can be styled down for day, up for night, and a myriad of ways in between.

What with the British weather about to turn, finally we can start thinking about summery outfits. Essentially, the white shirt is a game changer — whether you style it with a suit, layer it over a sleek swimsuit or add over cycling shorts, there are so many ways to style the wardrobe classic for summer.

If you’re looking for ideas on how to take the white shirt straight into summer 2019 then you’re in luck — we’ve chosen 10 of the best ways to wear it, as shown by some of our favourite influencers. Be prepared for serious outfit inspiration is 3, 2, 1…

1. Wear with a neutral suit

Be it a coloured trouser suit or a summery shorts suit, it’s all about the suit this year. Go classic and style your crisp white shirt a chic beige suit and this season’s key dad sandals.

10 ways to style a chic white shirt for summer