6. The Oversized Striped Poplin Shirt and Wide Linen Trouser
How to Create
The oversized crisp striped cotton poplin shirt paired with relaxed wide-leg linen trousers brings classic coastal-luxe style to warm-weather travel. The clean vertical lines of a blue-and-white or sand-and-white striped poplin shirt add an elongating visual effect across the upper body while protecting arms and shoulders from the midday sun. Pairing this structured, menswear-inspired shirt with flowing white or cream linen trousers creates an appealing contrast of crisp cotton against textured, relaxed linen. The generous volume of both pieces creates an airy microclimate around the body, maximizing airflow in humid climates. This outfit formula is ideal for morning market excursions, casual ferry rides, and outdoor afternoon lunches.
Select a pair of high-waisted, wide-leg white linen trousers with a comfortable drawstring or tailored waistband. Put on an oversized blue-and-white vertically striped cotton poplin button-down shirt, unbuttoning the front down to the lower sternum to create an open, elongating neckline. Insert only the front center hem of the shirt into the trouser waistband, allowing the elongated back and sides to hang loosely around the hips. Roll the shirt sleeves loosely above the elbows and pop the back of the collar slightly. Step into rich tan leather fisherman sandals or minimalist leather slides. Complete the look with a large canvas-and-leather weekend tote, a woven leather belt, polarized sunglasses, and simple gold hoop earrings.