Everywhere we look, we're seeing white blouse tops. On stylish women at the table next to us in the pub, in high street shop windows, and all over our social media feeds, too. Posts featuring the item were up 1100% on influencer shopping platform LikeToKnowIt earlier this month, and we're here to confirm the trend isn't going anywhere.
Sometimes referred to as ‘granny blouses,’ these pretty tops are the latest penchant for pensioner-esque fashion after granny sandals emerged as another trend to know this summer. And while their white colourway is obvs a central component, there are variations in style ranging from lashings of lace and ruffled tiers to embroidery and embellishment.
It goes without saying, the easiest way to wear the look is with denim. And while most blouses will work as well with wide-leg jeans as they do your denim Bermudas and denim skirt, some pairings guarantee a particularly successful sartorial statement. Below, find our favourite white blouse tops and denim combos set to serve as summer outfit inspiration you'll want to recreate ASAP!
As for shopping the best white blouse tops around right now, make sure to check out our round-up here.
Lace white blouse top and wide-leg jeans
With so much fabric in wide-leg jeans, your denim can often dominate the look. Pairing them with lacy, ruffled white blouse tops instantly softens the whole ensemble and gives a boho feel that's right on trend.
Puff-sleeve white blouse top and slim jeans
To pull off this pairing, it's all about balancing proportions. If you've got slimmer-fitting jeans on, stick to puff-sleeve blouses or designs that feature an element of volume.
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Relaxed white blouse top and white jeans
White jeans can sometimes look a little dated. To keep this combo looking fresh and modern, opt for looser, relaxed silhouettes in both your white blouse top of choice and your jeans, too.
Any white blouse top and denim skirt
When it comes to pairing a white blouse top with a denim skirt, there really are no rules. A feminine style will match the vibe of your skirt, while something more structured will add an element of contrast. Something relaxed will read casual, while a more detailed design will dress things up. Yep, anything goes!
Collared white blouse top and denim Bermuda shorts
Bermuda shorts are inherently casual, but pairing with a collared white blouse top gives your outfit the potential to be a little smarter. Simply unroll the sleeves, button up all the buttons and add jewellery and a pair of kitten heels, and you can seamlessly go from day to pub date.
OTT white blouse top and statement jeans
Fashion is all about having fun, IMO, and it doesn't get more fun than a statement blouse with an equally statement denim bottom half. Because your top's colour palette is so neutral, there's no risk of too much going on or the pieces competing with each other for attention.
Structured white blouse top and baggy jeans
If a white blouse top makes you think loose and flowy, there are some structured styles out there that pair perfectly with baggier, loose-fit denim. So even if you are wearing jeans, your top half will do all the hard work for you in instantly dressing up your overall look.
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Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!
