Striped Half Sleeve Top in Light Yellow

Some tops earn their place by being interesting. This one earns it by being the thing you actually put on. A soft light yellow, a simple stripe, half sleeves that cover just enough, and a cut that asks nothing of you. It is a basic in the best sense of that word.

The fabric is a blend of 95% polyester and 5% elastane, which makes it slightly stretchy and easy to move in. The fit is deliberately roomy rather than fitted: bust measures 43.3 inches at S and goes up to 51.2 inches at XL, so even the smallest size sits well away from the body. Length runs from 23.6 inches at S to 26 inches at XL, and the sleeve stays at 9.1 inches across every size. If you like a closer fit, size down. If you want the oversized look the cut is built for, take your normal size and let it drape.

Because it is loose through the body, it balances best against something narrow underneath. Slim jeans and white sneakers is the obvious answer and a good one. Bike shorts and sandals works for the days you are not pretending. For a slightly sharper look, tuck just the front hem into high waisted trousers so the volume sits above the waist instead of below it, then push the sleeves up and add small gold earrings.

Why you will love it

• Simple striped basic in a soft light yellow
• Half sleeves measuring 9.1 inches across all sizes
• Material composition: 95% polyester, 5% elastane
• Slightly stretchy with a relaxed, roomy cut
• Offered in sizes S, M, L and XL

Care

• Machine wash cold
• Tumble dry low