The overshirt is a simple yet incredibly stylish item to add to your wardrobe. Here are a few tips for styling one, as well as a few pointers to help you choose the perfect overshirt to add to your closet.
Layer with a T-Shirt
When it comes to men's shirts, nothing is as versatile as on overshirt.
One of the easiest ways to style an overshirt is to simply layer it with a T-shirt. For a clean look, pair a dark overshirt with a white T-shirt.
If you want to experiment with color, make sure you go down the complementary route, as you don’t want the T-shirt to overpower the shirt and vice versa.
Add a Hoodie
Street style is one of the easiest and chicest casual looks you can go for, and to achieve it with an overshirt, layer it with a hoodie. This is most definitely more of a winter look, but it can be incredibly stylish.
Add a pair of fitted cargo pants and sneakers, and you have a simple but incredible streetstyle look that won’t go out of fashion any time soon.
Tuck It In
A more unusual look but a great one nevertheless is to tuck your overshirt into a fitted pair of trousers. It is important to remember that this is suitable for a thicker, winter overshirt, but for a thinner, all-season one.
When it comes to colours, you can go down the route of complementary colors, or you can do something a bit more daring and opt for a monochromatic look.
Wear as a Jacket
Another easy way to wear an overshirt is to wear it as a jacket. Take a thicker overshirt and layer it with a jersey, sweatshirt, or T-shirt, and leave it unbuttoned or unzipped. This is a more cool and casual look, and is ideal for a night out on the town when you may end up getting a bit too warm.
Add Knitwear
For a pretty and slightly more formal look, you can choose to pair your overshirt with knitwear, such as a jumper. This is more down the cottagecore, cozy route, but it is also a brilliant choice for Fall and winter.
It also means that if you get too hot you can easily take the overshirt off and still have a layer underneath. If this is the style that you like, invest in a thinner overshirt to not feel too bulky when wearing thicker knitwear.
Accessorise
When it comes to accessories, you want to keep it relatively simple. For winter, opt for a beanie and some gloves for a workwear-inspired look. For warmer months, go for a baseball cap and your regular jewellery to keep your look chic and comfortable.
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Tips for Choosing an Overshirt
Now that you know how to style an overshirt, here are a few essential tips for choosing the right one for you and your style:
Material
An overshirt can be a multi-season item if you get one made from the right material. If it is for winter, opt for something a bit thicker, but not too thick if you plan on wearing a coat over it. For the rest of the year, opt for light cotton or something similar.
Fit
The fit will depend on how you plan to wear it. If you are going to wear it as a jacket, opt for one slightly bigger; if you want it as something to wear over a vest or T-shirt, you can get something more fitted.
Season
Consider the season you will be wearing your shirt in. Nowadays, you can find overshirts with a lining to keep you warm, but you can also find ones that are slightly thicker than button-down shirts, which are better for the warmer months.
Layering Space
When thinking about the fit, it is also important to pay attention to the amount of space you have left for layering. The last thing you want to do is get a nice overshirt that you have to cover up with a coat because you can’t layer thicker, warmer clothes underneath it.
Buttons & Pockets
While this may be a small detail, think about how the buttons and pockets of your shirt change the feel of the shirt. For instance, one with multiple pockets and metal buttons gives off more of a utilitarian look, while subtle buttons and a single pocket is a slightly more formal design.
Quality
Finally, it is always better to invest in a more expensive, higher-quality overshirt. It should be something that lasts multiple years, and, especially for winter, a higher quality overshirt will keep you warmer for longer.
Colours
The colour you choose will depend on how many overshirts you are planning on buying. If you are just getting one, always opt for a neutral or muted colour, such as black, grey, tan, brown, or green.
If you want more than one, then go wild and experiment with different colours and patterns. Always keep your current wardrobe in mind, but pairing a bright overshirt with a neutral outfit will bring a pop of color, but the outfit will stay balanced.
