Short Sleeve Bateau Neck Woven Blouse
$69.00
A wide bateau neckline and a relaxed boxy cut define this short-sleeve woven blouse, finished in an olive green and black botanical floral print on a lightweight polyester woven. The kind of top that works as well tucked into tailored trousers for a client meeting as it does worn loose over a pencil skirt for a Friday afternoon lunch.
- Polyester-elastane woven fabric, structured with a small amount of stretch
- Wide bateau neckline, extended toward the shoulder points
- Short sleeves, relaxed boxy body, medium length
- Pullover construction, no closures
98% Polyester, 2% Elastane,
Before washing, turn inside out, machine wash cold water, gentle cycle, with like colors, no bleach, drip dry, press with cool iron if necessary, or dry clean
How to Style It
Why It Works
A bateau neckline and botanical print do the work of an accessory, so nothing else is needed.
- The wide bateau neckline extends toward the shoulder points, creating a clean horizontal line that frames the collarbone without requiring jewelry
- The relaxed boxy silhouette tucks into high-waisted trousers or sits cleanly over a pencil skirt, covering two distinct work outfit formulas
- The olive and black floral print reads polished at professional scale while still being distinctive enough to anchor a monochrome bottom
Use Cases
- Client meeting with tailored black trousers
- Office lunch paired with a pencil skirt
- Friday afternoon work-from-office with straight-leg pants
- Layered under a structured blazer for a presentation
Compatibility
- Pairs With: Tailored Trousers, Pencil Skirt, Structured Blazer, Leather Tote Bag
- Outfit Contexts: Client meeting with tailored trousers, Office lunch with a pencil skirt, Professional presentation layered under a blazer
Fit Logic
- Silhouette: Relaxed boxy cut through the torso with a wide bateau neckline that extends toward the shoulders. Short sleeves sit at mid-upper arm. Medium length hits around the high hip.
- Best For: Works best on petite to average heights when tucked into high-waisted bottoms; on taller frames sits cleanly worn loose over straight-leg trousers.
- Styling Tip: Tuck the front only into high-waisted tailored trousers for a half-tuck that adds structure without losing the relaxed feel of the silhouette.
Care Notes
- Fabric: 98% Polyester, 2% Elastane
- Washing: Machine wash cold, gentle cycle, with like colors, no bleach. Turn inside out before washing.
- Drying: Drip dry
- Ironing: Press with cool iron if necessary
- Special Notes: Dry clean is also an option for best results
Country of Origin
- Vietnam
Is this blouse true to size or does it run large given the boxy cut?
The blouse is cut with a relaxed, boxy silhouette by design — it is intentionally loose through the torso. Sizing is standard missy sizing, so if you prefer a more fitted look, sizing down one size is a reasonable option. If you like the relaxed drape, order your usual size.
Can this blouse be tucked into trousers or does the fabric bunch?
Yes — the lightweight woven polyester fabric tucks cleanly into tailored trousers or a pencil skirt without excessive bulk. A front half-tuck works particularly well to add definition while keeping the relaxed feel of the cut.
Does the floral print read bold or subtle in person?
The print is an all-over botanical floral in olive green, black, and cream. The dark ground keeps it polished rather than loud — it reads as a refined print top rather than a statement piece, which makes it easy to pair with solid black or olive bottoms.