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But this is technically incorrect. The appropriate term for this type of shirt is “button-up,” which is a collared shirt with a front placket of buttons that you must button up to wear. By contrast, a ...

From a classic white button-up and preppy stripped top to a crisp pullover style and gauzy cotton number, these are the button-down shirts for travel that we’re loving and coveting right now.

A well-made button-down shirt is one of them. While I’d recommend every person own one, the timeless collared top isn't the type of staple you just wear—it must be styled.