The Perfect Summer Top That Will Go With All Your Jeans and Shorts

Now that we’re in the swing of summer, you may be looking for a few stylish updates to wear from the beach to brunch to the bar and everywhere in between—something you can easily pair with your shorts, skirts, and jeans throughout the season. Basically, the perfect summer top!
So today, We’re highlighting one of our favorite top styles that is comfortable and looks insanely pretty, too. Whether you call them shirred tops or smocked tops, the decorative stitching is a fashion-girl favorite. It’s seen on bodices and sleeves in particular. Because there are so many out there right now, we’ve rounded up some of our absolute favorites that are guaranteed to make your jeans and shorts look infinitely chicer.
Style with your denim shorts and gold accessories.
A little shirring on the sleeves and neckline adds the prettiest touch.
Wear with its matching shorts.
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Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear who specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
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