Cotton blouses are the ultimate article of clothing for an effortless outfit on a breezy day. Pop one on over jeans, shorts, skirts, and sleeveless dresses for a layering option that will transform your dressing routine for the upcoming season. If the evening breeze gets chilly while you are on a beach in a sundress, popping a blouse on will keep your top half warm. In the heat, the breathable cotton fabric will keep you cool and protect your skin from the sun. Check out this list for cotton blouses in a range of styles!
An extremely simple cotton blouse is all you need to stay comfortable in the sweltering sun and cool evenings. The plain design will allow you to personalize your look to suit your style with additions of scarves, bags, or a colourful bottom half. The collar will frame your pretty face which is sure to possess an after-sun glow by the time autumn rolls around. Styles with cinched sleeves allow you to wear them at different lengths; you may want to pull them up to avoid grass stains while searching for a four-leaf clover in endless green fields. Meanwhile, wide sleeves move more gracefully in the wind.
Get it here:
Slip into one of these ruffled cotton blouses and blend in with the fluttering butterflies during your park picnics. These styles can be found in a range of different stores and they often come in both printed and plain fabrics. Some styles, like the one shown below, bring energy to your look with brightly coloured patterns. If it concerns you, the wide collars will make it easy to put on and take off without messing up hair or makeup. Layer these with a printed skirt for a dizzyingly exciting combination. A drawstring hem will make this piece even more versatile when it comes to layering. This particular style from the H&M conscious exclusive collection is made from organic cotton.
Get it here:
Intricate embroidery can spruce up plain cotton blouses perfectly. In any colour, these styles are simple at first glance but up close, the detailed textures capture the eye with visual interest. These plain coloured tops look sleek against contrasting colours and soothing in monochromatic pairings. The balloon sleeves on this particular blouse from Zara will leave enough room for sweaty arms to have breathing space. The generous length of the sleeves will protect your skin from sun damage during outdoor activities. With heavier fabrics, the sleeves will be sturdy enough if you need to tie it around your waist.
Collared cotton blouses in a striped fabric will give your outfit a whole other vibe. In a lightweight cotton, these shirts will look more laid-back than their heavier counterparts. Since the buttons go all the way down the shirt, you can wear it unbuttoned over tanks, tees, and dresses for a layered look. While the black and white stripes pictured below look quite bold, the red and white style from Gap looks like a soft pink from a distance. Wear it tucked or untucked; this style gives the wearer the freedom to experiment with many possibilities.
Scary movies, bonfires, Halloween, and all things pumpkin spiced: what’s not to love about fall? It’s the best season of…
For the past couple of years one facial feature has unanimously been voted the most important: your eyebrows. Whether you…
If you’re a student at Cal Poly, you know that there are countless reasons to love it endlessly. Simultaneously, you…
Let's face it, leaving a convention and going back to your regular life is a heartbreaking event for every cosplayer.…
You may recognize their zodiac sign as two fish swimming in opposite directions. Pisces babes are frequently trying to do…
Nail art seems to be all the rage these days. But who wants to go to a salon and…
