THE MODERN BLOUSE
From puffed sleeve peasant chic to bows and ruffles, the blouse has made a comeback for summer. Pair a plain white design with culottes and trainers for a very modern look
Whether you’re channelling Victoriana or puff sleeved peasant chic, the statement blouse is the way to go to add ‘a dash of daring’ to your outfit.
If you go for the buttoned up to the neck option, try showing a little skin on the bottom half of your body, to avoid looking like Mary Poppins in fancy dress.
Check out our Stockholm and London Fashion Week street stylers in their mini skirts and pumps for style inspo.
Irish designer Caitríona Hanly, the Queen of the Statement Blouse, is having a bumper online sale with her selection of wow creations in chantilly lace with velvet dickie bows and silk ruffles. Definitely worth seeking out if you’re after a piece with high end quality fabric and designer tailoring.
On the high street, there’s loads of choice, with the
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sales already in action at Monsoon where you’ll find the blue and white organic cotton peasant blouse for €24, a 50 per cent saving.
At M&S, you’ll find a navy and black gingham ruffle blouse that would work a treat with a mini skirt and, as ever, Michelle Keegan’s pick of yellow wrap blouse is proving popular online on Littlewoods Ireland.
If you’re opting for something more plain, pairing with culottes and trainers combines for a thoroughly modern look as seen at Debenhams (far right). In the industry blouses are otherwise known as ‘gravy catchers’ so be sure to bib up before din dins to keep your look on fleek.