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Short Sleeve Bateau Neck Woven Blouse

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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

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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.

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