I am in desperate need of some new work blouses. My favorites are showing their age, and I can’t find new ones I like to replace them. I thought maybe some of you ladies might be in the same boat. Here are some of the best ones I’ve found.
Ann Taylor Ponte Peplum Top ($59, also in petite)
I love the look of this top with the coordinating pencil skirt.
Banana Republic Riley Poplin Shirt ($68)
Topshop Tuck Drape ($65, also in petite)
Plus size Alfani Chiffon Blouse ($55)
Have you looked at MM Lafleur recently? I am a huge fan of the Deneuve top, which I bought this past fall. At first wear, this became my all-time favorite blouse – it’s beautifully constructed, the fabric drapes nicely, and it has a conservative fit. (I know it’s a bit pricey, but in this case, I think it was well worth its $145 price tag.)
Agreed! My new all-time favorite as well.
Heads up, that TopShop shirt is horribly fitting. Tight arms, baggy chest – easy return.
I’ve been loving Banana Republic Factory blouses lately. In the past few months, I’ve picked up 3-4 nice blouses and shirts that are great for work, but aren’t just boring button downs. They have an online store, but, if there’s a brick and mortar location near you, I’ve gotten even better deals in store.
Love the AT top. I like the idea of a peplum top but so many are sleeveless and I can’t figure out what to wear over them.
What about wearing something under them? A blouse with chiffon sleeves or something.
Everlane silk has worn well for me.
Me too. A lot of my natural fiber tops from several years ago have begun showing wear or up and sprouted holes (I love linen, but darn it.) I don’t know if it’s the current trends for either boxy and short or SUPER long but it has been tough to find replacements.
I just took some shirts I hadn’t been getting much wear out of due to fit issues to a new tailor last week, so I’m hoping I can bring in some of my “i like but I don’t love” tops and turn them into my new staples.
I usually try to spend $10-$20 on a work blouse. These prices are way out of range of what I want to pay.
Rebecca Taylor has some lovely blouses. I have been finding them on sale at the Rack and other places.