Jennifer Lopez wore it to a dance studio. Sabrina Carpenter wore it in her new "Manchild" music video. A button-down shirt knotted at the waist might be the easiest thing you wear all summer, but somehow, it still manages to feel like a moment. Suddenly, a basic shirt turns into something with a little personality. Throw it on over a bikini, tie it, and call it a beach look. You could also wear it with denim shorts and sneakers for an iced coffee run.
The trick works because it doesn't try too hard. A crisp white or striped oxford shirt knotted loosely over your midriff says, "I didn't plan this"—even if you absolutely did. As a sunscreen devotee, I also love that it covers up your shoulders and arms from the sun without causing you to overheat or lug around an extra layer. Clearly, Lopez and Carpenter both know the power of a simple styling trick. Scroll down to see their interpretations of the easy-to-copy trend.
How J.Lo and Sabrina Carpenter Wear Knotted Button-Down Shirts
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