Airy, light and delicate—these are the first things that come to mind when I think of spring dressing. So naturally, bringing together the best spring blouses is top of my to-do list.
Considering the spring delights that I’m looking forward to, such as picnic days in sun-clad parks and coffee strolls accompanied by the aroma of freshly bloomed flowers, none of these daydreams feature restricted dressing for me. And so, the blouse is about to become a key part of my daily dressing for spring 2025.
The shift between winter and spring can be one of the most stark, and as the British weather acclimatises, my floaty dress and slip-on sandals pairing is on hold for the minute. Instead, the versatile blouse comes to the fore. Looking to dress it up? Add a pair of tailored trousers. Going for an easy daytime feel? Your favourite jeans will complete this look. Woken up to clear skies? It’s time to pull out a skirt. The outfit combinations that lean on our most staple items of tailoring, denim and skirts make it easy to embrace the elegant feel of a sweet blouse.
The blouse may be a classic in itself, but recently, it’s been getting more air time, and I believe this is thanks to the range of designs they can come in. Silk styles arose over the winter months as we began playing with textures and continue to be an iteration that brings a put-together feel to any ensemble. As we ease into spring, broderie anglaise designs are being celebrated both on the high street and in luxury circles, embraced for their delicate intricacy and French allure. The boho revival is well underway, and ruffled styles picked up as soon as the last model closed the show at that Chloé runway. Seasons on, the laid-back, easy influence of bohemian dressing continues to rise as we look towards more carefree days of spring.
It’s also the scope of blouse offerings that intices all fashion people. The most dedicated minimalist may be drawn to clean, refined designs, whilst the middle set adds more detailing with broderie anglaise accents or a pussybow finish. For the boldest end of the spectrum, maximalists can embrace the striking appeal of XXL collars and ruffle detailing galore. Wherever you sit on the extravagance scale, I’ve hunted down the best spring blouses to suit all preferences.
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The Best Ruffle Spring Blouses
Zimmermann
Illuminate Flutter Blouse
Zimmermann knows all about innate boho flair, and its evident from the perfectly placed flounce details on this blouse.
CHLOÉ
Ruffled Blouse in Silk Georgette
If you’re ready to invest, look to the brand that reinvigorated the boho mood.
The Best Tie-Neck Spring Blouses
Autograph
Silk Blend Tie Neck Button Through Blouse
For a paired-back approach, look to this silk-blend version with a sleek tie neck finish.
ZARA
Bow Blouse Zw Collection
The bold sleeves and striking shade make it hard to tell that this top is from the high street.
The Best Broderie Anglaise Spring Blouses
RIXO ⋆
Maribelle – Ivory
This blouse was a favourite last year, and after trying it on myself, I can confirm the hype is justified. There’s also a shorter sleeve version.
Free People
Wrapped in a Dream Top
Made from 100% cotton to bring an airy touch to the striking design.
ALICE + OLIVIA
Norah Broderie-Anglaise Chiffon Blouse
I’m already picturing this with cut off denim shorts and easy sandals for bright days.
The Best Bold Collar Spring Blouses
Nobodys Child
Navy Broderie Anglaise Collar Blouse
The bold collar! The broderie detailing! The sweet bows! There’s some many refined details in this blouse.
H&M
Embroidered Peter Pan-Collared Blouse
With a peter pan collar, broderie anglaise detailing and puff sleeve composition, you’d never guess this top was under £25.
Damson Madder
Lois Double-Collar Blouse
Few do dramatic collars and playful prints as well as Damson Madder.
The Best Silk Spring Blouses
Joseph
Briela Silk Blouse
This 100% silk top will elevate jeans, tailoring and skirts easily, but I’m most excited about the co-ord pairing.
THIERRY COLSON
Teresa Pintucked Cotton and Silk-Blend Voile Turtleneck Blouse
Simple yet so effective. This blouse is crafted from cotton and silk-blend voile for a high end feel as well as a high end look.
The Best Tie-Front Spring Blouses
Sézane
Odelia Blouse – Ecru – Organic Cotton
French brand Sézane knows all about considered design details.
GANNI
Cotton Poplin Peplum Tie Blouse
This blouse has become an iconic piece for the brand, featuring puff sleeves, sweet bow fastenings and a relaxed peplum shape.
The Best Minimalist Spring Blouses
Dries Van Noten
Gathered Denim Blouse
Dries Van Noten’s take perfectly balances the soft design and bolder denim fabric. Consider me impressed.
H&M
Oversized Chiffon Blouse
Celebrate the arrival of sunshine with a sunny yellow shade. It’s a trending shade for a reason.
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