Has style maven Gemma Chan unlocked the secret to making a poet blouse work for the 9-to-5? A girl can dream! Dreamy, boho style tops have never very practical. The long sleeves, voluminous ruffles, and delicate fabrics often found on a romantic blouse can be a nightmare if you’re trying to eat, or type, or do anything, really. But they’re just so pretty.
The answer, it seems, can be found in the floaty beige top that Chan recently wore while in New York City. The fit is just light and loose enough to give us modern Wuthering Heights or Bridgerton vibes, but not so over-the-top that it can’t be worn in real life scenarios. Best of all, the Crazy Rich Asians star showed off the perfect way to make the look office appropriate: Tuck the chiffon top into black slacks and accessorize with black sunglasses, pointed-toe shoes, and a belt. The result is all business, and so polished that she could be stepping off a runway (and not, as it seems, a loading bay) with the poise of a woman on multiple beta blockers.
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Styled like this, the poet blouse is a great way to still have a feminine and airy feel at the office without going into the sometimes tricky styling territory of skirts or dresses. Plus, it’s a truly timeless approach—you’ll stand out without having to wear anything intentionally attention-grabbing or distracting.
