I Tried On the Most Versatile Summer Blouse—4 Ways I'm Styling It Now

Summer may only just be underway, but already it's clear that blouses are the top of the season. Romantic in nature, airy in composition and versatile in styling, it's no surprise that this is a piece that fashion people keep adding to their wardrobes. When hunting for one to add to my own collection, I came across a top that you, our dear readers, had suggested for me. Not directly, but we have insights into shopping trends and habits, meaning we can see what your personal recommendations are, too. As such a stylish bunch, I headed straight for Rixo to try out the Maribelle blouse that has been a consistent seller throughout the month. From me to you, thank you.
Featuring delicate lace detailing, sweet button closures and a pretty oversized collar, I can see why our readers have deemed this a stand-out piece. It has the innate boho feel that's present in so many of Rixo's pieces, and if you've had a look at our runway reports and general fashion updates too, you'll be well aware of the fact that bohemian styles are back in a big way. In part, due to Chemena Kamali's show-stopping Chloé collections that continue to leave the fashion world in awe, along with the timing of summer's approach that always sees dainty details rising to the surface once more. All in all, this blouse is perfectly primed for the summer months.
Made of 100% cotton, the lightness of the material is an immediate winner for both the warmest summer days, and those cloudier moments too. As far as the UK weather goes, finding a top that does both is a real feat. The v-neckline hits just right to show off your staple necklace, and the elastic cuffs make for a frilled cuff that looks great at wrist length or pushed up for a more relaxed feel. As it comes in both white and black, it can seamlessly blend with all other shades in your capsule wardrobe, too. Whilst I tried this on with tailored trousers I'd been wearing, I can easily see this featuring in various summertime outfits, with slip skirts, jeans, shorts and plenty more, and to prove it I've built 4 summer outfits below.
Keep scrolling to shop Rixo's Maribelle blouse, and 4 ways I'm wearing it right now.
4 WAYS TO WEAR THE RIXO MARIBELLE BLOUSE
1. Blouse + Shorts + Basket Bag
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2. Blouse + Skirt + Sandals
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3. Blouse + Jeans + Flats
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4. Blouse + Linen Trousers + Sandals
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Florrie embarked on her fashion journey whilst studying in Aix-en-Provence, she began to write her dissertation on the history of fashion and landed her first role at Harper’s Bazaar. Following this, she interned for various publications including Elle, Grazia and Marie Claire before joining the fashion team at Conde Nast Traveller. There, she contributed to international photoshoots, styled pages and covers, and produced engaging digital content. Over eight years of fashion industry experience, Florrie has honed her skills from styling e-commerce photoshoots to personal shopping. Florrie first joined Who What Wear UK as a freelancer before becoming the Commerce Writer. Now, as the Shopping Editor, she monitors current trends, new-in styles, wardrobe heroes and how best to style them.
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