How to Style a Les Deux Overshirt: The Perfect Layer for Fall

There are few pieces in a man's wardrobe more useful than a great overshirt.

More substantial than a traditional button-down but less bulky than a jacket, an overshirt occupies the perfect middle ground—especially during fall and transitional weather.

It's also a category that fits naturally into the Copenhagen aesthetic of Les Deux. The brand's approach to modern menswear makes an overshirt easy to wear casually while still looking considerably more polished than a hoodie or sweatshirt.

If you're considering adding a Les Deux overshirt to your wardrobe, here are some of our favorite ways to wear one.

What Is an Overshirt?

Think of an overshirt as the space between a shirt and a jacket.

It's typically constructed from a heavier fabric than a traditional shirt and designed with enough room to layer something underneath.

You may also hear the term "shirt jacket" or "shacket," although the basic concept is the same.

Unlike a traditional jacket, an overshirt usually has a relatively simple silhouette. That simplicity is exactly what makes it so versatile.

Why Les Deux Overshirts Work So Well

Les Deux approaches menswear with a combination of Scandinavian design, contemporary tailoring, and more casual influences.

That makes an overshirt a particularly natural fit for the brand.

The clean silhouette works with the minimalist side of Scandinavian style, while details such as texture, pockets, buttons, embroidery, and seasonal fabrics can give each piece its own character.

Most importantly, a good overshirt doesn't dictate the rest of your outfit.

You can wear one with jeans and sneakers on Saturday and completely change its appearance with trousers and loafers a few days later.

1. Keep It Simple With a T-Shirt and Jeans

This is probably the easiest way to wear a Les Deux overshirt.

Start with a simple T-shirt, add denim and your favorite sneakers, then wear the overshirt open like a lightweight jacket.

It's an uncomplicated outfit, but the additional layer immediately makes it look more intentional.

For an especially versatile wardrobe, keep the base of the outfit relatively neutral and let the texture or color of the overshirt provide the interest.

2. Dress It Up With Tailored Trousers

Overshirts don't have to be purely casual.

Try pairing one with tailored trousers, a clean T-shirt or knit underneath, and loafers or minimal sneakers.

The contrast works particularly well: the overshirt keeps the outfit relaxed while the trousers give it structure.

This is also an easy approach to smart-casual menswear if you want to look put together without wearing a traditional blazer.

3. Layer It Over Knitwear

As temperatures drop, an overshirt becomes even more useful.

Instead of wearing it over a T-shirt, add a lightweight sweater or knit polo underneath.

This creates more warmth without immediately moving into heavy winter outerwear.

Just pay attention to fit. If you plan to wear your Les Deux overshirt as a true layering piece, you want enough room through the chest and shoulders to comfortably accommodate what's underneath.

4. Wear It Buttoned Like a Shirt

An overshirt doesn't always have to be worn open.

Buttoning it and wearing it more like a traditional shirt creates a cleaner, slightly more structured look.

Pair it with straight-leg trousers or dark denim and simple footwear.

This is particularly effective with overshirts that have interesting textures or subtle details because the garment becomes the focal point of the outfit without needing additional layers.

5. Use an Overshirt for Travel

An overshirt might be one of the most useful pieces you can pack for a trip.

Wear it as a jacket when it's cool outside, remove it when temperatures rise, and layer it again in the evening.

It can also make a simple travel outfit look much more polished without sacrificing comfort.

For destinations with changing temperatures—Seattle included—that versatility is particularly valuable.

What Should You Wear Under a Les Deux Overshirt?

You have plenty of options.

During warmer weather, a simple T-shirt is usually enough. As temperatures cool, try a long-sleeve shirt, lightweight sweater, or knit polo.

The key is to avoid making every layer equally heavy.

If the overshirt has substantial texture or visual interest, a simpler layer underneath usually creates the strongest outfit.

How Should an Overshirt Fit?

An overshirt should generally have more room than a traditional button-down.

You want to be able to comfortably move your arms and add a layer underneath without the fabric pulling across the chest or shoulders.

At the same time, oversized isn't automatically better.

If you're planning to wear your overshirt with tailored trousers or in smarter outfits, a cleaner fit will make it much easier to dress up.

When shopping Les Deux online, check the individual product measurements and fit information rather than assuming every style will fit identically.

Are Les Deux Overshirts Worth It?

A good overshirt earns its place in your wardrobe through versatility.

Instead of buying another highly specific jacket or shirt, you're getting a piece that can function as both depending on the weather and occasion.

That's particularly useful with Les Deux because the brand's contemporary Scandinavian aesthetic makes its pieces easy to combine with both casual and more refined clothing.

If you value clothes that can be worn repeatedly in different ways, an overshirt is one of the easiest places to start.

Shop Les Deux at The Finerie

At The Finerie, we select Les Deux pieces that combine modern European design with the versatility needed for an everyday wardrobe.

Explore our latest Les Deux overshirts, shirts, knitwear, trousers, jackets, and seasonal arrivals online, or visit us in Seattle near Pike Place Market and the waterfront to experience the collection in person.

Whether you're building a fall wardrobe or simply looking for a layer you'll actually wear throughout the year, a Les Deux overshirt is an easy place to begin.