Printed Frill Smocked Long Sleeve Blouse

Frill and smocking together give a blouse real personality, and this Double Take piece leans into both. The smocking gathers the fabric to create shape without a single fastening, and the frill softens the edges so nothing about it reads stiff. The print carries across the whole thing, which is what makes it a piece you build an outfit around rather than one you layer to hide.

The fabric is 100% polyester and it is semi sheer, so a cami or a slip underneath is worth planning for depending on the color you choose and where you are wearing it. There is no stretch, which means the smocking and frill do all the shaping and the silhouette stays exactly as designed. Long sleeves run from 25.2 in at S to 27.2 in at 3XL, and top length sits between 27.2 in and 30.1 in. Sizes go from S through 3XL and the full table is below.

Three colors are offered, sky blue, red violet and green, each one printed and each one bright enough to lead. Keep the bottom half simple and let the blouse be the point. Straight jeans, a white trouser or a plain midi skirt all give it room to breathe. Tuck the front loosely and the smocking lands right at the waist where it flatters. A flat sandal keeps it easy for daytime, a heel and a small bag take it into evening. It also layers well under a denim jacket or a cardigan when the print is doing enough on its own.

Why you will love it

• Frill and smocked detail across the body
• Long sleeves with an all over print
• Semi sheer fabric with a light drape
• No stretch, so the smocking holds the silhouette
• Material composition: 100% polyester
• Offered in sky blue, red violet and green, sizes S through 3XL

Care

• Machine wash cold
• Tumble dry low