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The Freshest Way To Show Some Skin

24/04/2016bardot top, cropped flare jeans, how to wear off the shoulder tops, off the shoulder trend, ss16, style

Fashion’s latest erogenous zone? Shoulders, of course. Gone are plunging necklines and low-cut backs: the sexiest (and sweetest) way to show some skin this season features far less cleavage, and far more collarbone.

From shoulder-baring dresses to skintight Bardot tops, the off-the-shoulder trend started off feeling a little costumey. A slinky black style felt a little too Sandy from Grease (post Pink Ladies treatment, natch) and anything overflowing with ruffles had a distinct low-budget Disney princess vibe about it. Yet the current highstreet iterations have captured the vibe just right. Part bohemian, part French girl-sleek, it’s the sartorial update every lazy girl who knows her love affair with oversized shirts is coming to an end has long been waiting for.

Big boobs? Don’t fret. There’s few things a decent strapless bra can’t help you with. But as for the silhouette? Yes it’s true billowing trapeze styles can have a somewhat maternitywear vibe about them when they’re floating off anything larger than a D cup. Not that there’s anything wrong with that -after housing my E-cups in a navy ASOS number in the office I became all weirdly delighted at the pregnancywear possibility of the top.


“I mean look, I totally could be pregnant, no? I could definitely get away with wearing a Baby On Board badge on the tube to get a seat on the commute.”


Plus I’ve always been so quick to voice my joy over how loose-fitting styles can hide a multitude of sins, like the after-effect of a weekend spent dining on croissants, brunch, burgers, bacon and brie, beneath the billowing silhouettes.

But if you still feel too matronly, a figure-skimming off the shoulder top will show off your curves in the most upper echelon of Kim Karsdash boyconism. Simply team with some cropped flares for a retro finish rather than a jersey tube skirt and you’ll be nailing that effortlessly cool-cum-sexy girl aesthetic we Brits so achingly long for from The Reformation. 

So scroll down for my edit of the best off-the-shoulder tops online right now – for big and small boobs alike – and what to style with them all through Spring/Summer 2016.

Photography by Rebecca Spencer

I’m wearing ASOS Top, Miss Selfridge Jeans, VVA Dahlia Bag (c/o), Berskha Mules, Astraet Coat (c/o Farfetch)

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  1. Jodetopia

    24/04/2016 at 8:50 pm

    I absolutely love this look – your lipstick is gorgeous, too!

    Jodie @ Jodetopia x

    Reply
  2. Lucy Jane

    24/04/2016 at 8:56 pm

    I feel like the 'off-the shoulder' look is so complimentary to everyone! You look amazing, especially with that lipstick I am obsessed!
    Infinity of fashion// Lucy Jane

    Reply
  3. Feyi A

    24/04/2016 at 9:11 pm

    Loving this trend!!
    Marveling-Mind☀ | Instagram | Bloglovin’ ✨

    Reply
  4. Martha Edwards

    25/04/2016 at 12:43 am

    I'm embracing the off the shoulder trend this year, even though I was sure it didn't suit me last summer. I love the way you've styled it here, and it's given me inspiration for ways to wear all my new off shoulder purchases! x

    Martha Jane | http://www.marthajanemusic.com

    Reply
  5. Ashley Christabelle

    25/04/2016 at 5:58 am

    I agree, this trend is the best way to show off some skin! x

    http://www.ashrealasitgets.blogspot.com

    Reply
  6. Natali

    25/04/2016 at 7:26 am

    You're such a gorgeous woman! Love your top and mules!

    http://lartoffashion.com

    Reply
  7. Olivia Cheryl

    25/04/2016 at 9:27 am

    I LOVE this look! The red shoes really make it stand out and you look lovely! Xx

    OliviaCheryl.com

    Reply
  8. Shay Grady

    25/04/2016 at 10:33 am

    I lovvveeee off the shoulder tops! The cutest! Your photos are so gorgeous and I love your shoes! xx

    http://www.shayholly.co.uk

    Reply
  9. Blvck Bee

    25/04/2016 at 10:55 am

    I definitely love the loose fit outfits when you know there will be feasting in the near future :p Lovely outfit!

    Agnes x

    BlvckBee.Com

    Reply
  10. Laura

    25/04/2016 at 2:06 pm

    I just want to go out and buy all of the off-the-shoulder tops now!
    Laura x
    LookAtMyClothes

    Reply

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