In 2016 off shoulder tops and blouses seemed to be everywhere in different colors and different forms. We have seen Carmen Miranda esque ruffled styles and 90s inspired ones. Cold shoulder tops as well as off shoulder dresses and even bridal and swimwear. The fact that bloggers, models and stylist fell in love with this trend the off shoulder blouse has become a wardrobe essential. It is flirty, it is flattering, and it shows of skin without showing too much, adds a bohemian touch.
The biggest trends of the off shoulder blouse have been boho inspired designs, with light fabrics, giving the blouse an easy breezy look. There have been statement designs with oversized sleeves or waterfall ruffles, major gingham moments all to make you stand out. The off shoulder blouse made it to your favourite piece for a night out with fiery red colors or as a peplum Bardot top. A casual version for those who like it easy going was in ribbed knits or romantic lace.
Straight from the runway into your closet – the off-the-shoulder blouses have easily made it to a big trend in 2016 and continue their way into 2017. Now you can choose from ruffled, floral or colorful renditions.
Black polka dots or black gingham is bigger than ever in 2017. Bell cuffs make an off the shoulder even more flirtier.
Classic white button-down are still a great choice.
Stripe prints from big to smaller ones are an eye catcher. Black and white stripes never get out of style.
Colorful flower embroidery adds some fresh style into cotton poplin blouses.
The classic off-shoulder blouse gets an update with puffed sleeves and an off-the shoulder neckline.
The biggest off-shoulder blouse trends in 2017
Statement Sleeves
Your blouse with ruffles, exaggerated bell sleeves, balloon sleeves.
Menswear inspired
Your off the shoulder blouse might also be inspired by menswear in its shape and print. The oversized silhouette and your combination with skinny jeans are giving the look the certain edge.
Updated Oxfords
The classic striped button-down has been updated with designers adding flounces, super-sizing silhouettes, paying homage to tradition but playing with it.
Rufflemania
Ruffles are big and show femininity with a little sleekness or easy.