Blouses

If we had to pick one item that solves more wardrobe dilemmas than any other, it would be the right blouse. It means the difference between dressed and overdressed. It makes tailored trousers look intentional, instead of corporately mandated. It upgrades your denim skirt to I-have-actual-lunches-to-go-to levels. And yet almost every woman we know has a love-hate relationship with blouses. Ones that fit well in the shoulders and bust without becoming elephant paste down your arms are surprisingly difficult to find. And few things are more tragic than a cute blouse that becomes déshabillé in natural light. So when we started thinking about this collection, we knew we had to get them right. You'll notice right away that each blouse has been vetted for the real world, not just a hypothetical capsule wardrobe. We searched out blouses that work for actual people's bodies, not just model measurements. No tweaked sleeves required. Necklines that stay put and fabrics that hold their shape all day, instead of requiring constant readjustment. Blouses that look like you actually put some thought into your outfit, even on your off days. We also paid attention to range. Silk blouses with casual collars that can take you from boardroom to bar, without anyone batting an eye. Lightweight broderie anglaise that can hold its own on summer nights instead of looking like you're wearing a wedding cake. Oversized linen that works tucked into trousers or loose over shorts. Pussy bows, because they can be incredibly flattering when they're cut well (rather than just costumes). Each blouse in this category has been carefully curated, so you know whatever you choose will be a tried and true winner. We don't want you fretting about fit with these shirts. Everything in this category has been chosen with both fit and fabric in mind. A shirt made from stiff, cheap fabric will look like a stiff cheap shirt no matter how adorable the print. We care about how it hangs. Whether the buttons will stay buttoned up. If the hem stays tucked when you sit down. Each blouse in this collection has been chosen because it gives you one less thing to worry about in your wardrobe. Because it earns its place in your closet, not just on a computer screen. We think you'll love wearing them as much as we loved curating them.