27 Spring Blouses with a Built-In Styling Trick

Dress it up: Add a bit of femme flare to straight-leg black trousers for Monday’s meeting.

Dress it down: Layer over a flowy midi skirt for a weekend trip to the farmers market.

Ganni ($190)

Dress it up: White skinny jeans and strappy heels create the perfect girls’ night ensemble.

Dress it down: Pull on some high-waisted shorts and you’re ready for a weekend picnic. Just don’t forget the rosé.

Stine Goya ($310)

Dress it up: Tie up the pussy bow and tuck this floral top into your go-to pencil skirt.

Dress it down: Unbutton and keep it casual with light-wash boyfriend jeans.

Saloni ($375)

Dress it up: In the mood to skip a restrictive cocktail dress? Find a pair of matching red trousers and you’re good to go.

Dress it down: A denim skirt and a wide brim hat are all you need to transform this blouse into an adorable beach top.

Azeeza ($395)

Dress it up: Keep those bows tight and even for a polished effect.

Dress it down: Let ‘em loose and embrace the droopy one-shoulder look.

La Vie Rebecca Taylor ($195)

Dress it up: White linen suit, meet your new BFF.

Dress it down: Give your denim jacket a break and layer this over a sleeveless slip dress, instead.

L’Agence ($395)

Dress it up: For casual Friday, tuck this into a black pleated midi and reach for a pair of simple slides.

Dress it down: Lean into the Western vibe with cowboy boots and faded denim.

Sea ($345)

Dress it up: Way more fun than your classic striped button-down but simple enough to integrate into your regular workwear rotation.

Dress it down: This top + denim Bermuda shorts = hello, beach weekend.

Tibi ($395)

Dress it up: We’re really digging this floaty lilac and tailored daffodil style for a creative office space.

Dress it down: This is the ideal top to wear with black biker shorts.

Keepsake ($150)

Dress it up: Take five extra minutes to steam this poplin cutie before you head to work, ensuring you look extra sharp for that big meeting.

Dress it down: Unroll the hem of your straight-leg jeans and let their baggy nature balance out the flowing structure up top.

Diane von Furstenberg ($298)

Dress it up: Layer over a black cami to avoid any unwanted peekaboo moments.

Dress it down: The Friday night dance floor is the best place to show off your prettiest black lace bra.

ML Monique Lhuillier ($105)

Dress it up: Date night is calling…and so is that white pleated midi skirt hiding in your closet.

Dress it down: Tomboy-approved cargo pants will tone down the ultra-girly vibe.

Love Sam ($225)

Dress it up: Treat the puff shoulder like the modern version of an ‘80s power blazer: rock it with the bottom half of a pantsuit and some edgy heels.

Dress it down: Try a pair of raw-hem white-wash jeans for a fresh and modern weekend look.

Sandro ($340)

Dress it up: There’s a reason leather and lace make such a fantastic duo. Go all out with some patent-leather pants for girls’ night.

Dress it down: Amp up the boho vibes with a maxi skirt in the floral print of your choice.

PatBo ($525)

Dress it up: A tan blazer will tone down the vacation feel of a vivid print.

Dress it down: This cheerful top was basically made to be worn with an equally bright pair of board shorts…even if you’re only headed to a coffee date with your BFF.

Banjanan ($165)

Dress it up: Play with proportions and opt for a slim skirt.

Dress it down: High-waisted shorts will nip in your waist and provide a more casual balance for voluminous sleeves.

Emilia Wickstead ($730)

Dress it up: A hint of metallic will make even the most boring pair of black pants feel like new.

Dress it down: Did someone say disco? Wide-leg pants in an equally shimmery fabric will keep the ‘70s party vibe going strong into Saturday night.

Veronica Beard ($450)

Dress it up: Even out the casual silhouette with khaki trousers that are starched and ironed to perfection.

Dress it down: This top was designed to look like glamorous beach gear. Roll up the sleeves and wear it every day during vacation.

Jacquemus ($590)

Dress it up: Tidy up those ties and tuck into dark wash jeans.

Dress it down: Use as extra (chic) sun coverage for beach days.

Kinga Csilia ($220)

Dress it up: Keep everything else sleek and simple to keep the focus on the combination of fabulous blooms.

Dress it down: A full miniskirt will amp up those tropical vacation vibes.

Ulla Johnson ($385)

Dress it up: How stunning does the model look with matching black bottoms and a bold red lip?

Dress it down: Distressed denim is this topper’s best bet for your days off.

Mara Hoffman ($375)

Dress it up: Treat this as you would any classic white button down. (You know, just a bit groovier.)

Dress it down: Dive headfirst into that California cool with baggy utility shorts and some well-worn Converse or Birkenstocks.

Tome ($395)

Dress it up: Steer into the prim nature of the high neck with a streamlined midi skirt and kitten heels.

Dress it down: Roll up to brunch in style (or at least not totally hungover); just add boyfriend jeans and your favorite white sneakers.

Closed ($225)

Dress it up: Button it up and tuck it in, to reel in the volume.

Dress it down: Emphasize that go-with-the-flow effect in easy, cropped jeans and some ballet flats.

Dôen ($298)

Dress it up: Treat this totally sheer blouse like a jacket and layer it over an LBD for cocktails.

Dress it down: Slip on a nude tank and tuck into black distressed denim for casual dinner plans.

Rachel Comey ($450)

Dress it up: Opt for cropped Audrey Hepburn-eqsue trousers rather than adding more volume with a wide leg.

Dress it down: Large statement earrings and a beaded handbag are too much for such an attention-grabbing top. Opt instead for simple classics in solid tones.

Self-Portrait ($300)

Dress it up: Play up the metallic threads throughout with a pair of sequin joggers for an unexpected cocktail-hour alternative.

Dress it down: We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: a great pair of jeans are any blouse’s absolute best friend.

Needle & Thread ($219)