While part of the larger family of women’s tops, women’s blouses are dressier than women’s T-shirts. If you’re wondering how to work them into your wardrobe, fear not. We’re here to help you find the right one, and we’ve got plenty of styling tips about how to wear blouses for casual and dressy occasions.
Blouses 101
You’ve heard the term before. But what is a blouse, exactly? While ladies’ blouse tops are similar to shirts, they’re cut with a looser, less tailored feel. They usually offer something extra, as well. This can be refined fabric, ruffles, lace trim, embroidery, and other embellishments. Some styles, like silk blouses, automatically dress up an outfit. Wear a silk or satin blouse with everything from a sharply cut suit to a pair of women’s jeans. Women’s tunic blouses have longer hemlines that hit lower on the hip or thigh than a regular top. Try a tunic blouse with wide-leg pants for a polished ensemble that allows a cool breeze to get through. This outfit is perfect to pack for a vacation or any other time the weather’s hot and sticky, but you need to look pulled together.
The Next Steps
If you’ve already got staples like white blouses hanging in your closet, it might be time to branch out style-wise. Start with black blouses, which nail it when you want a glamorous, night-out vibe. We love a black blouse with a fitted skirt as an alternative to a dress or tucked into jeans and worn with a pair of heels. If you gravitate towards boho style, a peasant blouse is the easiest way to achieve that laid-back, retro-inspired look. Wear it with jeans, shorts, or a flowing maxi skirt for the full effect. Are you craving something more current? Either a floral blouse or a puffed-sleeve blouse will hit the mark.
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