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Already own a classic white button- down? Here are a few updated styles tailor- made for spring. ROLL OUT A rolled sleeve is a casual take on this trend. Keeping the shirt buttoned right to the top gives it a menswear look. Short-sleeved shirt, $55, gapcanada.ca. AMAZING LACE Modern minimalism not your thing? Try this lacy number that adds a touch of the Victorian era to your outfit. H&M Studio Collection shirt, $149, hm.com/ca. SHOW OF SHOULDERS Yes, the cold-shoulder trend has reached your trusty wardrobe staple, making for a crisp but stylish upgrade. Cold-shoulder shirt, $55, reitmans.com. LIGHT TOUCH Just in time for spring, this linen option features a curved collar and hidden buttons for a streamlined minimalist vibe. Tunic, $300, ralstonwilliams.com. BOW TIE The button-down’s usual breezy nature is juxtaposed with a cinched waist and short sleeves, highlighting a more defined shape. Wilfred short-sleeved shirt, $98, aritzia.com. CUFF ’ EM Add a little drama with stiff longer cuffs. They work especially well when they peek out from beneath a blazer or a light sweater. Shirt, $40, dynamite.ca.