Chic in Chambray
by habituallychic
04 . 15 . 11
Technically, this post should be titled Chic in Chambray and Denim Shirts but that didn’t have the same ring just Chic in Chambray. I used to wear chambray and denim shirts in college until they were practically falling apart but tossed them aside after I moved to New York. As these photos suggest, chambray, denim and Western shirts are classics that never really go out of style but they are definitely seeing a resurgance lately. I even went out and bought myself a new one. I look forward to wearing it with dark jeans and to tone down the sweetness of my floral skirts. Just wish I looked as good in it as Jenna Lyons! Bon Weekend!
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Steve McQueen
Amanda Brooks and Jenna Lyons
Paul Newman in Cool Hand Luke
Charlize Theron
Robert Redford in Three Days of the Condor
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via Stockolm Street Style
vintage Ricky and Ralph Lauren
Marina Munoz via Citizen Couture
Cameron Diaz via Marie Claire
Viggo Mortensen
Jake Gyllenhaal
Jacques Cousteau
Chloe
David Beckham
Steve McQueen
Drew Barrymore
GQ
Ralph Lauren
Jennifer Aniston
Reese Witherspoon
vintage Paul Newman
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Pablo Picasso
Steve McQueen
Alexa Chung
20 Comments
I can’t get enough of the Chanel bag in the first photo!
I’m loving the resurgence of the chambray shirt, it embodies preppy cool especially the way it’s been reinterpreted wearing them with other unexpected pieces!
def a fan – have a bunch of tops!
you have truly inspired me to break out my chambray again!
xx,
dCc
Great post. Such a casual and comfy style. I love this look. The vintage Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, and Robert Redford pics are classic! Thanks for the memories.
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Love the look..a classic for me..it is amazing how every single person in these images i rocking it!! lovely images heather..have a great weekend..do visit my blog when you have a moment! xx meenal
Really lovely blog. Can’t wait to peek around some more. Steve
LOVELY.. I simply cant get enough!!
Heather…my favorite new spring article of clothing….
http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/pants/trousers/PRDOVR~37278/37278.jsp
the Belmarin chambray pant from JCrew! Comfy,practical, chic…a great alternative to jeans in warmer weather!
I’ve got the denim vibe too at the moment. I recently found a chambray shirt and denim vest which I used to wear during my university days (around 17 years ago), in an old suitcase. I’m now wearing one of them every day. Viva denim!
Yes, yes, yes. A classic style element.
the Steve McQueen pictures are so incredible. He was such a gorgeous man. I also love the one of Ralph Lauren, he is a modern day Steve McQueen, no?
Love Drew Barrymore’s look!
Great post Heather! Have a wonderful weekend.
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i love the chambray shirt, and am loving this post. i actually am not totally in love with the denim on denim look (too texan tuxedo), i love to wear my chambray shirt with a maxi skirt in pleated white chiffon (love the dressed up/dressed down mix), and i absolutely love love love the chloe image of the denim with the camel that you posted. xo
I don’t think that Paul Newman and Steve McQueen could look bad in anything. Mary
you have inspired me…
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love, love, love! i bought a denim shirt in the fall and haven’t worn it! after seeing the pics, i’m pulling it out today!
My college roommate teased about my “fleet” of denim shirts and jackets in the 80’s and 90’s. Good thing I still have several of them that have remained classics. I’m having a hard time wearing the denim with denim look though. Just doesn’t feel right to me!
love chambray and so glad it’s making a comeback…it’s truly a timeless look.
Where would you suggest I look for a nice thick denim shirt. I have a chambray one now, but I want a heavier cotton.
Thanks.
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