I tremendously appreciate your input on the question of how to wear this top and the many excellent suggestions that you offered.
Some of you suggested a fluid top underneath, rather than a stiff, poplin blouse.
Did you remember this blouse?
Starting with the most important things first — the ties in the back: – I am covered up and the bright floral provides a decent contrast for those cranberry colored ties.
The neckline of the blouse is a little wider and lower than a classic round neckline, so it fits beautifully into the neckline of this top. The blouse is made of a very light silk, and therefore creates no bulk under the top.
I toyed with the idea of wearing a lucite brooch at the neckline, but decided that I might already be carrying a maximum of pattern on my torso. So I put a bracelet on my bare arm.
To finish things off, a black corduroy handbag with leather trim and dark purple patent leather flats.
Picture of the directrice kissing husband is priceless!
Well done. Love it, as well as the sneaked kiss.
It looks lovely. I’m looking forward to the other versions as well.
ps…Love the procurement department idea…I’m going to have to start one of those departments..LOL!
I think it works beautifully as presented, and allows just enough of the blouse to peek through to provide brightness, but retain balance.
As already mentioned by other readers, I also love that final shot.