Going out-out tops/outfits

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I have two tops I wear on rotation for going out-out and I feel I need something new as I’m going away for a weekend with my best mate (can’t. Wait.)

I like tops which are longer but not too long (so cover to the bottom of the zip on jeans for example) and which aren’t boxy. A lot of tops seem boxy but I have a waist but smaller boobs so those look v aging on me.

I have quite a prim face (for want of a better description) so I don’t tend to go for things with little collars as I look like a little girl.

I like sleeveless.

Any suggestions? Also what to wear with? I tend to wear black jeans (a bit boring?) and t-bar low heels (a bit dated?) I can’t really cope with heels over 2.5 inches (I’m a trainers girl at heart!)

All advice v appreciated. I really want to feel up to date and confident when I go out.

Tia

What dress size are you and how old are you? Colour of hair? Are you pale skinned or otherwise?

12 in dresses and tops, 14 in trousers. I’ve got brown hair and blue eyes and v pale skin. I’m 34.

You sound like halter necks may suit you. I saw one the other day in Reiss. Let me see if I can find it.

Oh you're very like me OP....I also have a small bust and as Inclusive says, halters do suit...as do slash or boat necks.

www.reiss.com/au/p/draped-long-sleeved-top-womens-nina-in-off-white-cream/?category_id=11001&gaEeList=W%20-%20Sale%20-%20Tops

This is nice...but is it a bit pricey? What's your budget?

Oh No i couldn't find it.

I just saw a halter in Reiss inclusive was it a patterned one? Different sort of warm colours on it?

Oh the Reiss is lovely but I bit pricey. Probably up to £50 for top if that’s realistic.

Reiss going out tops are worth the money, last ages.
Is there anything in the Ted Baker sale maybe, or even Coast?

Was this the reiss halter? That is nice and at that price worth ordering to try on just not sure if the hem looks gathered as I’m not a fan on that:

www.reiss.com/p/printed-halterneck-top-womens-hart-in-ambrosia/?q=Halter&gaEeList=search%20results

No it was ruffled at the neck, beautiful. I tried to convince bff who has the shape for it, to try it on but she wouldn't, which is why I remembered it.

OP, I'm sure you'll find something you like for that budget. Asos is a good place to browse.

I'm the complete opposite shape wise otherwise I would have suggested mint velvet or similar.

The problem I find with asos is the length everything waistband skimming

What about something like this?

www.newlook.com/uk/womens/clothing/tops/burgundy-frill-trim-bardot-neck-blouse/p/569338567?comp=Browse

The trouble with trying to find longer-line things is that many veer into matronly...frumpy. I often wear a longer slim fitting black vest top...tight...underneath shorter tops and it looks fine with some styles.

Oh I quite like that though I wouldn’t have noticed it in a shop.

Where do you get your longer vests? That might be a good fix for me!