Organza shirts are the cool way to update your everyday uniforms for spring

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Organza shirts are the cool way to update your everyday uniforms for spring

By Harriet Davey

5 years ago

Sheer shirts will inevitably make spring outfits cooler – this is where to find the best ones.

Hey, spring, we see you. As trees start to blossom, and events are getting pencilled into our diaries, it’s officially time to start planning spring/summer 2021 outfits. With bare leg days on the horizon, printed dresses are in abundance – with stars, long-sleeved florals and stripes among the favourites. But now, it’s time to talk shirts. 

Organza shirts are leading the way when it comes to styles that make you look instantly more put together, with minimal effort needed. Shopping platform Liketoknow.it has even seen a massive 6,900% spike in search for the cool yet comfy style. Exactly what we’re all looking for after months in laid back loungewear, this sheer button-up top is the refresh your neglected wardrobe will appreciate. 

So, what is the organza shirt and how do you style them? It’s the lightweight, sheer material that is often made from silk that you need to look out for. And there are so many ways you can wear it. 

Some of the shirts come with an insert that will cover your lingerie, but that’s not to say you have to. For a night out, an organza shirt or blouse over a pretty bra is the ultimate jeans and a nice top look. Alternatively, add a sheer shirt over a cami top, crop top or even a long-sleeved style. For extra style points, look for cut out details, puff sleeves and punchy hues. 

Keep scrolling to see our edit of the best organza shirts to rely on for spring. 

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Arket shirt

Arket shirt

For a laid back look, this Arket shirt in brown is a go-to. Clash it with butter yellow, dusty pink or soft mint for a spring look that’ll work round the clock. 

Shop organza silk shirt at Arket, £69

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& Other Stories shirts

& Other Stories shirt

The yellow version of this dreamy ruffled blouse has already sold out online, and we imagine this pink style will head in the same sell-out direction. Go, go, go!

Shop sheer ruffled shirt at & Other Stories, £65

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Staud shirt

Staud shirt

Add some sartorial vitamin D to your outfit with this lemon sorbet shirt. The attached matching bralette makes getting dressed even easier. 

Shop Staud Hendrix organza shirt at The Outnet, £85 (previously £185)

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Oasis shirt

Oasis shirt

For a jeans and a nice top outfit, look no further than this leopard print, puff-sleeved shirt. Keep it cool with minimal accessories. 

Shop puff sleeve shirt at Oasis, £41.25 (previously £55)

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New Look shirt

New Look shirt

New Look has put any ‘what do I wear underneath?’ questions to bed with an attached cami top. Wear this puff sleeved iteration with anything from wide-leg trousers to mini skirts.

Shop pale blue organza puff shirt at New Look, £12 (previously £19.99)

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River Island shirt

River Island shirt

In mint, white or black, this cut-out beauty at River Island is the easy way to get dressed up with minimal effort. Layer over a bra, cami top or long-sleeved contrasting top to show off the detail. 

Shop green floral organza shirt at River Island, £42

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Skinnydip shirt

Skinnydip shirt

Happy clothes – from colour block cardigans to star print dresses – are here to make spring even more joyous. Add this heart-print, pink shirt to the edit and it’ll elevate any daytime look. 

Shop heart organza blouse at Skinnydip, £28

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Sir shirt

Sir shirt

For soirées in the future, you can add this sheer shirt over a pretty bra with jeans and heels (remember those?) for the ultimate night out outfit.

Shop Sir Maelie sheer shirt at Mytheresa, £321

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Raey shirt

Raey shirt

Florals needn’t be statement; this muted tone shirt by Raey is a subtle take on the spring favourite. Try it out over a silky slip skirt with strappy sandals. 

Shop Raey watercolour silk-organza shirt at Matches, £495

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Uterqüe shirt

Uterqüe shirt

Add a splash of colour to your off-white jeans for spring with this cool cobalt shirt. Wear done up or add over a T-shirt as a sheer, lightweight jacket. 

Shop organza shirt at Uterqüe, £90

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River Island shirt

River Island Petite shirt

Perfect for petites, this oversized style is made to not swamp smaller frames. The lilac hue will look so good with other pastel shades. 

Shop River Island Petite organza shirt at Very.co.uk, £36

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