If you've been on TikTok or Instagram lately, you'll know that lace blouses are having a moment. Sorry to your basic white tees and slinky camisoles, but there's officially only one way to rock the jeans-and-cute-top combo this season.
We can't say we didn't see this coming. Your FYP will likely have also informed you that the lace blouse boom is an extension of the “granny aesthetic,” the current micro-trend doing the rounds. The chicest It girls have all confirmed that babydoll nighties, orthopedic-esque sturdy sandals and, you guessed it, lace blouses are the pieces to wear right now.
But fashion moves quickly, and when it comes to the latter, there's been a slight shift in the look toward a chicer take on the doily fabric. We're talking about specific design features, such as mandarin collars and knot-front fastenings, for a sleek and sophisticated finish.
Luckily for you, we've just found the perfect offering from Next that combines all of these elements. Let's unpack: available in black or white, this sleeveless top features the on-trend knot details, plus a neat stand collar for a polished silhouette. Complete with a textured fabric, its pretty design allows for both smart-casual and more elevated styling.
As we said, pair with some denim jeans (straight-leg for more casual vibes or high-waisted flares for an evening look), and minimal jewelry. Or, you can swap the jeans for linen trousers for a breezy vibe.
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Sophie Williams is a Freelance Journalist and Copywriter, covering everything from Fashion to Entertainment to music, Lifestyle and Features. She has interviewed a range of musical artists and authors including Alyssa Edwards, Courtney Barnett, Confidence Man, The Vaccines, Loyle Carner, Gabrielle, and John Niven, and has written for publications like Metro, Reader's Digest, ITV's Woo! and Vice’s NBGA. She is also working on a book for HarperCollins about Taylor Swift, due to be published in 2024.
