‘Jeans and a nice top’ is one of those fail-safe outfit formulas almost every woman has relied on at some point, but it really comes into its own during summer. Without the need for cold-weather layers like bulky knitwear, jackets or coats stealing focus, your top becomes the focal point of the entire look – so it needs to earn its place.
Thankfully, the spring/summer 2026 runways delivered the perfect trend for elevating even the simplest of styles into something that feels fashion-forward. Enter: fringe trims. Seen at Chanel, Gabriela Hearst, Loewe and Balmain, swishing fringe brought movement, texture and a distinctly bohemian feel to proceedings, making it the ideal detail for summer dressing and holiday wardrobes alike.
Naturally, the high street has been quick to follow suit. Amongst the dresses, skirts, jackets and accessories (both bags and tassel necklaces) landing in stores, it's fringe-trim tops that have really caught our attention. Sitting firmly at the top of our wish list is Next's Sleeveless Asymmetric Fringe Tassel Top.
Its asymmetric hemline, cut on the diagonal, accentuates the movement of the tassels with every swishing step, while the asymmetric neckline adds to the contemporary feel. Available in two timeless colourways – black and white – and retailing for just £38, we're seriously tempted to snap up both.
Naturally, we'd style this Next number with jeans. For pub drinks with friends, lean into the boho aesthetic with light-wash wide-leg denim and a pair of platform sandals or clogs. Or, for date night, opt for indigo straight-leg jeans, kitten heels and statement earrings for an effortlessly elevated take on the classic ‘jeans and a nice top’ combination.
Next Sleeveless Asymmetric Fringe Tassel Top
Below, find more fringe-trim tops available to shop right now:
H&M Asymmetric Fringe-Trimmed Top
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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!
