Ask Belle: Blouses with Sleeves for Work

Hi Belle,

My daily uniform is a pencil skirt and blouse, maybe a cardigan if it’s cold.  I need some new blouses for spring.  I have black and white covered, so I’d love some prints or different colors.  Looking in the intern to poor staffer pricer range.

xx, Leila

Oh, I love long sleeve blouses.  I wear them all year-round, so it’s always nice to have a reason to window shop for them.  Here are a few options in colors and prints, as requested.

Solid Colors

Vince Camuto Pleat Front Blouse ($79)

(So in love with these soft pinks right now.)

H&M Teal Blouse ($25)

Forever21 Pleated Front Blouse ($18)

Chase Roll Sleeve Blouse ($69)

Cooper & Ella Blouse ($125)

Prints and Patterns

Bow Printed Blouse ($59)

Forever21 Abstract Splatter Blouse ($18)

LOFT Floral Charm Blouse ($59)

Forever21 Puzzle Print Top ($24)

DKNYC Reflection Stripe ($79)

Plus-size? For bright colors, try this Sejour split-neck blouse or this NYDJ patterned blouse.  Looking for prints? I like the ‘broken photo’ print on this Vince Camuto top.  This DKNYC mixed media blouse is cool, as is the soft, dot-print on this Caslon blouse.