It's day 27,684 of January (or at least, that's certainly how it seems at this point) and as well as feeling fed up with the weather, we're feeling pretty fed up with our wardrobes. As well as having little to no brain power to think of fun, fresh outfits to wear, the single digit temperatures are also severely limiting in potential outfit options.
Sure, both pale pink and polka dots are on our radar, but while we wait for spring to finally arrive, we're relying on an old favourite outfit formula to see us through – jeans and a nice top. It's no secret the tried and tested ensemble works for every occasion. Throw on a blazer and kitten heels and you're instantly work appropriate. Heading to the pub with friends? A trainers and faux fur coat is all you need to complete your look.
For an instant refresh to this classic go-to, we've been on the lookout for tops that tick off multiple trends in one look. You know the saying, work harder, not smarter. Well, the same sentiment can be applied to your wardrobe. And we think we've found just the thing in Next's Burgundy Red Shirred Texture Long Sleeve Top.
The all-over shirring design of this long-sleeved top nails the tactile texture trend, further emphasised by the delicate lettuce-edge hem at the neckline, waist and cuffs. Plus, the rich burgundy red hue is the exact shade we've been seeing everywhere this month.
Designed as a versatile transitional piece, this top easily moves from a professional desk look to an elegant dinner ensemble. It works with jeans in a variety of silhouettes, from barrel to wide-leg, as well as plenty of washes from dark indigo hues to chocolate brown, taking all the hard work out of styling.
A super flattering style plus a purse-friendly £30 price tag? Consider us sold!
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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!
