Floral Applique Chiffon Blouse

Three-dimensional rose appliqus cluster across the chest and shoulder, each one hand-formed from the same chiffon as the blouse - the effect is sculptural rather than decorative. A frilled high neck and double-tiered ruffle trim at the bust give the upper body real presence, while the gathered body skims loosely to the hip. Sheer sleeves billow from the shoulder and narrow at the wrist, finishing with a layered ruffle cuff that echoes the detailing above. Fully lined through the body, so the blouse holds its shape and sits cleanly against the skin despite the lightness of the outer fabric. Regular fit - the silhouette is relaxed through the torso without being oversized, allowing the surface detail to read clearly rather than getting lost in volume. The rose appliqus are the point of the piece - intricate enough to carry a formal occasion without needing anything else to do the work. For a wedding or race day, pair with a sleek, tailored wide-leg trouser in a tonal or neutral shade, as the model demonstrates here with leather wide-legs, and let the blouse stand as the statement. Heeled mules and a structured clutch complete the look without competing. For a black-tie evening event, the same blouse works tucked into a floor-length column skirt; the sheer sleeves and sculptural florals read as thoroughly considered against a minimal base. Keep jewellery restrained - a single fine bracelet or small earrings are enough. The gathered body means the blouse tucks neatly or sits over a waistband with equal ease, which gives it a quiet versatility that belies just how considered its construction is. | Karen Millen Women's Floral Applique Chiffon Blouse in Blue | Size: 10