The two biggest summer style non-negotiables? Clothing must be easy and, more importantly, breezy. Luckily, several of the season’s most-wanted pieces fit the bill, from lightweight poplin dresses and bubble-shaped balloon pants to the forever-timeless menswear-inspired button-up shirt. When it comes to great shirting, however, few styles are as versatile—or romantic—as the billowy white blouse.
Vogue’s Summer Guide to Billowy White Tops:
The Embroidered Cap-Sleeve
J.Crew embroidered cap-sleeve top
Jump to reviewThe Sleek Scoop-Neck
Banana Republic Breezy scoop-neck top
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As with any closet classic, you’d need little convincing as to why the billowy white top just works. Still, if you’re looking for a little inspiration, consider this your sign from Kaia Gerber. Earlier this spring, she stepped out in a chic cropped version with a simple blue jean and a pair of black ballet flats. The look perfectly summed up how we want to dress this summer: modern boho and entirely cool.
While Gerber styled hers for a night out, the warm-weather essential offers endless styling possibilities and works for just about any occasion. Dressing for a balmy morning commute? Team Staud’s lace-trimmed top with Tory Burch’s embellished pencil skirt and a pair of heeled thong sandals from Toteme. Or go the casually cool route and slip into J.Crew’s embroidered top with B Sides’s bright orange jeans—another summer trend we’re loving.
A billowy white top is the easiest way to master summer dressing—we’re mapping out 10 outfit that prove why, below.
