A blouse commonly means a shirt for women but, for the more fashion conscious, it is an essential part of dressing up and showing your unique sense of style. Blouses are made of cotton or silk and may or may not have sleeves or collars. Blouses are very popular as day wear at work and as relaxed evening wear depending upon the make and design.
In the past, blouses were a part of traditional clothing and lacked proper design. It was only later in the 1900s that blouses became more elaborate and certain styles were created for everyday wear. Blouses at that time had lot of lace on them and some even had pleating. From this point on, the blouse had arrived as an essential part of a woman’s wardrobe.
Cotton blouses are light and best for everyday use. You can also wear them across different seasons as light colours work well during summer and dark colours work well for autumn and winter. Cotton blouses can be tops with sleeves or without them. For a more personal touch, they can be tailor made. Cotton blouses are cool and very comfortable. A few of them are even crease resistant for more hassle free wear. Cotton blouses come in a variety of prints and sometimes with lace, embroidery or in a tunic design. The popular types of cotton blouses are the poplin blouse with short sleeves and the peasant blouse which is slightly loose fitting.
Silk blouses are often kept for special occasions but they can also be used for office wear. They have a more formal look and go well with a pair of smart trousers. Silk blouses are light and will keep you cool. Silk blouses are usually available in bright, lustrous and even dark colours and the material has a slight sheen. They are smooth, elegant and look great in a slim and tight fitting design. Some silk blouses look amazing with lace and embroidery on them.
Cotton blouses are durable and can be washed easily. Care has to be taken with silk blouses and certain washing instructions will have to be followed.
Any woman who knows the changing trends of fashion will always opt for a blouse that suits her taste. It is a piece of clothing that defines a woman’s style and attitude and can make heads turn.
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