OFF THE SHOULDERS

Bare shoulders are one of the biggest trends this spring and summer . Fashions obsession with exposing the shoulders rages on . Actually this season it has taken on new heights.  For example  cutouts, off shoulder tops , flashdance shoulders,  and one shoulder tops are all on trend .

Darlings the décolletage is the designers dream , gorgeous to show off no matter what.  All things considered when you add the shoulders and tops of the arms to the mix, it only gets lovelier. As a matter of fact we have seen these looks on most of the  runways.

SHOULDERS ON THE RUNWAY

Bare shoulders are  seen on the runways for spring/ summer 2017 combined with many of the other popular trends .Therefore you see bankers stripes , florals and ruffles all combined with exposed  shoulders.

  The bare shoulders  look for spring/ summer 2017 combine fashion trends including paneling with Proneza Schouler , asymmetrical skirts and extra-long sleeves at Diane Von Furstenberg.

At David Koma, the trend is paired with puffed-up sleeves and a short skirt, bringing a modernized Elizabethan theme to mind. Off-the-shoulder voluminous sleeved tops  steal the show at  Jaquemus.. 

Rosie Assoulin a personal favorite of mine , creatively combines combines ruffles and patterns with bare shoulders. While at the house of Balmain more tailored tops are partnered with bare shoulders and off the shoulder blouses. In addition Alexander McQueen ,Michael Kors  and Roberto Cavalli all show pieces that flaunt and flash the shoulders. This trend really has a look for everyone and most would love more than a few of these great tops.

LAY BARE YOUR SHOULDERS

ROBERTO CAVALLI

In searing mustard yellow with a sensual off-shoulder silhouette, this lightweight silk blouse from Roberto Cavalli is made opulent and boho-chic with plump tassel-adorned ties. Style with bright white to let the color pop.
SHOP THIS LOOK $ 769

DIANE VON FURSTENBERG

This \""Georgie Top\"" by Diane von Furstenberg is the answer to your Bardot neckline fantasies. The ruffles and the silky texture complete the elegant look. Dress it up with wide leg pants or dress it down with jeans.
SHOP THIS LOOK $219

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

Citing elaborate historical shapes with macabre undertones, Alexander McQueen delivers this extraordinary lace top, combining an elegant off-the shoulder style with a hanging pom pom detail and ruffled neck.
SHOP THIS LOOK $1731

BALMAIN

Olivier Rousteing continues his evolution of Balmain's classic styles into the brand's SS17 collection and beyond. Equal amounts decorative, daring and refined, these garments are an elevation of Parisian craftsmanship.
SHOP THIS LOOK $830

PROENZA SCHOULER

Black and white silk off shoulder top from Proenza Schouler featuring an off the shoulder design, short sleeves, pleated details, a back zip fastening and a color blocked design
SHOP THIS LOOK $1450

JACQUEMUS

White cotton pinstripe off the shoulder top from Jacquemus
SHOP THIS $445

ROSIE ASSOULIN

Navy and white cotton-linen blend off the shoulder check top from Rosie Assoulin.
SHOP THIS LOOK $1195

DOLCE & GABBANA

This brown cotton leopard print top from Dolce & Gabbana features spaghetti straps, a rear zip fastening and a ruffled design
SHOP THIS LOOK $695

SEA

Beige cotton-linen blend pleated asymmetric blouse from Sea.
SHOP THIS LOOK $448

IN CONCLUSION

Finally Darlings have a good look at the lovely tops I have chosen here and consider what you wardrobe needs. Splash out on those fun pieces that will make you stand out this summer. Ciao for now Jandrew