I Ruthlessly Whittled Down the Best Blouses on the Internet to These Top 20

As much as I stan a relaxed, lived-in basic tee, there’s
something unequivocally enticing about a pretty top. The
term “pretty top” doesn’t necessarily do it justice, though, so
I’ll elaborate on what it means to me. In order to be deemed such,
the blouse in question needs to fulfill a certain set of
expectations. Generally, there’s a romantic color palette involved,
like pale rose, sage green, or a nice floral
pattern. You’ll also find delicate design details like ruffles,
lace, or smocking. The silhouette certainly comes into play,
whether it be via a puff
sleeve or a peplum effect. All of these elements come together
to formulate a pretty top that you can throw on and instantly feel
confident in—often, even if the rest of the outfit is simple,
like a slip skirt or pair of jeans.

If you’re looking to add pretty tops to your closet, I’m here
to help kick-start your efforts. I spent a long time on the
internet whittling down the best of the best for you to shop (20,
to be exact).

If
you don’t consider your style overtly romantic, opt for a subtle
pretty top that has thoughtful touches, like a petite puff
sleeve.

Add
this corset to your favorite blouses and shirts for a
Victorian-inspired effect.