What Goes With an Orange Shirt: 15 Expert Picks

By Shelby Bonner Jul 21, 2024

No matter how large your wardrobe, having a variety of many different colors is always beneficial to create more, unique looks, including the color orange. The color orange is known for energy, enthusiasm, and creativity.

However, orange can often be a hard color to combine with other pieces. Being such a vibrant color, an orange shirt can be intimidating to style without having it clash or look out of place.

There is a wide range of different colors, pieces, and looks that complement orange well for a highly fashionable look.

An orange shirt can be worn for any occasion from a professional style to a more casual setting. It can also be worn to create a bold, balanced look that shows off your personality. Read on to see an in-depth list of different ways to wear your orange shirt.

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Black and Orange

Black and orange is a classic color combination that is not just meant for Halloween. The neutral shade of black blends well with an orange shirt, while still holding its own. Together, these colors create an eye-catching look that is still balanced and cohesive.

They look great together as a top and bottom, as well as in patterned pieces, and as accessories throughout your look.

Check out these black dresses to wear with orange.

White Pants

Another classic pairing is an orange shirt with white pants. White is a neutral color that helps show off orange without overwhelming it. White is also a naturally bright color that pairs with the bright, vibrant tone of an orange shirt. Try a pair of white pants or shorts or a nice white pencil skirt.

Find more outfit ideas with white pants here.

Jeans

Blue jeans with an orange shirt is a classic, casual look that can be worn any time. Blue and orange naturally work well together without clashing. The denim material adds texture without creating a look that is too formal.

Wear a pair of navy jeans with a crisp cut for a more polished look, or add character with ripped or faded jeans.

Check out these sustainable jeans.

Patterned Pants

Orange works well with many classic patterns, including checkered patterns and pinstripes. Consider wearing an orange shirt with a grey or brown patterned suit for a look that can be worn to the office, while still being highly fashionable and interesting.

Discover these myriad of looks with patterned pants.

Black Boots

A pair of sturdy black boots will help anchor the rest of your look and an orange shirt to help create balance throughout your look. Black boots work with a variety of bottoms and can be worn day or night.

They also go well with orange while still holding their own, so no one part of you stands out too much.

Find more boots and black boots here.

Khaki Shorts

A pair of khaki shorts with an orange shirt creates an easy warm weather outfit for anyone. The two shades have warm undertones, helping them blend seamlessly. Khakis' neutral tone also helps bring attention to your orange shirt for a bolder look that is full of color.

Discover a pair of affordable khakis here.

Orange on Orange

For an easy, cohesive look, pair your orange shirt with other orange pieces like orange pants, or an orange cardigan. Have fun playing with different shades of orange, different orange patterns, and different orange pieces to create a truly one-of-a-kind look.

Learn what to wear with orange pants here.

Solid Colored Hat

To help create balance, and draw attention to your face, style a solid-colored hat with your orange shirt. This way, all the attention will not be solely on your shirt. For a casual choice, try out a fabric gardening or camping hat. For a more formal option, consider a fedora-style hat in a neutral tone.

Jacket

Orange works surprisingly well when layered under and over other pieces. A jacket, whether it be a sports jacket or a casual bomber jacket, plays nicely over an orange shirt. The jacket adds structure while the orange shirt peaks out for a pop of eye-catching color.

Try out these affordable jackets.

Cardigan

Nothing says cozy and fall more than a cardigan. Layering it over an orange shirt creates a visually intriguing and comfortable look, perfect for grabbing a coffee at a cafe. Any color of cardigan will work, but neutral colors like brown and white will help bring more attention to your shirt.

Stay cozy in these chunk cardigans.

Orange and Yellow

Many people shy away from combining two vivid colors orange and yellow. However, these two colors go surprisingly well together. Orange and yellow are side by side on the color wheel.

Since they are such similar shades, combining them creates a matching palette that doesn’t contrast or clash as you might think.

Find more styling ideas with yellow here.

Light Blue Bottoms

For a more fresh, spring and summer look, try on a pair of light blue pants or shorts with an orange shirt. This lighter color combination creates a crisp look that is less bold, while still being fun and playful. Light blue adds more color without overwhelming your overall look and orange shirt.

Check out more outfit ideas to style with blue bottoms here.

Brown Boots

Brown boots will effortlessly pair with your orange shirt. Both are warm tones and both are great colors for any season, especially fall. Brown boots are a nice neutral color that will work with whatever your style is without taking away from your overall look.

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With a Suit

An orange shirt does not just have to be for casual wear. It looks great with a suit from a classic black suit to an all-orange suit. If your suit is a classic neutral tone, add an orange pocket square to help further tie in your orange shirt.

Check out these suits.

White Shoes

A great way to elongate yourself and balance your outfit is with white shoes. White shoes are as bright and bold as your orange shirt, helping to draw the eye to your entire look and not just your shirt.

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Brown Pants

Wearing your orange shirt with brown pants will create an overall warm, approachable look that is still sophisticated and stylish. Play with different textures with your pants and shirt for added depth and dimension.

Discover more ways to style your brown pants here.

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About the Author: Shelby Bonner

Shelby Bonner is a freelance graphic designer and writer who is passionate about fashion, and ethical, environmentally friendly fashion. She enjoys finding new brands, and following the latest styles each season.

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