At 43, my going out days are mostly behind me, but I still like to try a little bit harder on dates with my husband. But halter tops, spaghetti straps, etc. no longer appeal to me. Luckily, MarcellaNYC exists.

Even with a selection of party tops and dresses, the Monroe top continues to be my favorite. It pairs a strapless ponte base with a ruched mesh overlay. You can wear it with black pants, a skirt, or jeans. Just add a fun earring and a cool shoe and you’re done.
As for sizing, I was right between two sizes and I chose to go up. I think that was the right call.
Some of you might be turned off by the fact that this top looks best with a strapless bra, but that’s not a concern for me given how cool the top is. As a 38-small C, I use the Cakes Cleavage Bra. When I have to wear an underwire strapless bra, I wear this Wacoal bra.
If you’ve never shopped at MarcellaNYC before, have a look. The prices are relatively affordable, and it’s nice to have something pretty in the closet sometimes.
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STUNNING.
I’ve been lurking Marcella’s listings for a year or two – haven’t pulled the trigger yet but tops like this are why!
Wow that’s gorgeous!! Love a date night top that an adult can wear in the winter 🙂
So glad to see this, Abra! I just ordered the Monroe dress for a formal event at the end of February, and wasn’t sure about this brand, but loved the neckline and arm coverage for a 43-year-old mom of two. It should be here in a few days. Thanks for the review!
I just ordered the full length dress version of this for a formal event from Marcella. I’m hoping it fits!
What a beautiful top!