Frump galore!

WoolX!

Banana Republic is always my go-to for this. They do a lot of wrap and wrap-look tops in easy fabrics and versatile solids that look good/interesting on their own with some jewelry, but also layer under jackets really easily. These are a few of my favorites right now:

https://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=678280042&rrec=true&mlink=5050%2C12413545%2Cbrproduct2_rr_4&clink=12413545&vid=1#pdp-page-content

https://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=678329042&cid=1056192&pcid=5037&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3AWomen%27s+Clothing%3ATops+%26+Blouses&grid=pds_53_243_1#pdp-page-content

https://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=678620012&cid=1056191&pcid=5037&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3AWomen%27s+Clothing%3ATops+%26+Blouses&grid=pds_62_245_1#pdp-page-content

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Anonymous wrote:I like Dillards. np here

Yes, this one is promising even though it's a pattern.
https://www.dillards.com/p/allison-daley-plus-size-chevron-tropical-print-short-sleeve-side-ruched-detail-top/512444799

OP, try putting ruched or wrap in your searches.
I've had luck getting tops with that detail but without all the crazy stuff like ruffles.

Yes, I think this one would also be flattering. Also dillards, dkny.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I like Dillards. np here

Yes, this one is promising even though it's a pattern.
https://www.dillards.com/p/allison-daley-plus-size-chevron-tropical-print-short-sleeve-side-ruched-detail-top/512444799

OP, try putting ruched or wrap in your searches.
I've had luck getting tops with that detail but without all the crazy stuff like ruffles.

Yes, I think this one would also be flattering. Also dillards, dkny.

Anonymous wrote:I like Dillards. np here

Yes, this one is promising even though it's a pattern.
https://www.dillards.com/p/allison-daley-plus-size-chevron-tropical-print-short-sleeve-side-ruched-detail-top/512444799

OP, try putting ruched or wrap in your searches.
I've had luck getting tops with that detail but without all the crazy stuff like ruffles.

Talbots. Talbots is where I start for “appropriate “ classics. To stick to your price range, start in the sale sections, and grab a copy of their catalog which will have a coupon. Their prices are reasonable for what they sell, given the quality, and their sales offer significant price reductions.

I like Dillards. np here

Op this MK top is pretty flattering on

https://www.dillards.com/p/michael-michael-kors-mini-medallion-print-knit-jersey-scoop-neck-34-sleeve-peasant-top/512847950

Anonymous wrote:Hi OP I posted the two pics. Is this the right direction or no? My eyes hurt from all the flutter and split sleeves out there not to mention some serious bad patterns.

Are people buying these other tops? Is this really what is in style?

OP here and thank you!! You hit it out of the park! And yes I cant believe how pervasive the flutter trend was once I started looking. It makes me miss the bad old days of cold shoulder.

Hi OP I posted the two pics. Is this the right direction or no? My eyes hurt from all the flutter and split sleeves out there not to mention some serious bad patterns.

Are people buying these other tops? Is this really what is in style?

Also check out Michael Kors at Macy's or sometimes DKNY.
I'm like you, I do a lot of sifting of the flutter sleeves and cutoouts (and terrible patterns) for some simple but pretty tops.

Costco

This one's pretty and comes in lots of sizes.




https://www.venus.com/viewproduct.aspx?BRANCH=7~63~2051~&ProductDisplayID=70405

I'm having the worst luck updating my work wardrobe. I need tops for the warm weather, but all I'm finding are ruffle coverd, yoke collared short sleeved things that I would have loved in my 20s boho phase or just basic t-shirts and tank tops.

Where can I find some basic, business casual appropriate, short sleeved tops that are under $50? I've tried looking at Old Navy, Target, Gap, H&M, WHBM, and Ann Taylor and either there's nothing in my size (14) or its out of my price range.

Help me DCUM-Kenobi. You're my only hope.