Petite Heart Long Sleeve Notch Neck Blouse

Notch V-neckline with a gather at the centre front that sits neatly without pulling - it opens just enough without being low-cut. Scattered heart print layered over a fine speckled base gives the surface real depth - it reads as a print-on-print rather than a single motif. Voluminous long sleeves taper into elasticated shirred cuffs, creating a blouson effect that keeps the silhouette relaxed through the body. The cut is loose and boxy through the torso, skimming rather than sitting close - ideal for tucking loosely at the front into high-waisted bottoms. Petite proportions mean the sleeve length and body length are scaled to sit correctly on a shorter frame, with no need to alter the hem. A Saturday brunch spot or a baby shower feels like exactly the right setting for this blouse - it has enough personality to hold its own without trying too hard. The shirred cuffs and gathered neckline give it a considered finish that makes it feel more put-together than a simple top, but the relaxed body means it never feels overdressed for a daytime occasion. Style it as the model does here, tucked loosely at the front into wide-leg jeans and left to drape at the back. Flat mules or block-heeled ankle boots work well alongside it. Come autumn, layer a fitted knit cardigan over the top with the blouse collar peeking out - the shirred cuffs will still show beneath the sleeves. For a family gathering, pair it with tailored trousers and simple ballet flats to keep things neat without feeling stiff. | Dorothy Perkins Women's Petite Black Heart Long Sleeve Notch Neck Blouse | Size: 10