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That jeans and T-shirt combination that you rock so well may be in need of an upgrade. Romantic blouses are the current trend, and they have a softer, more feminine touch to elevate your style. From dainty lace to detailed embroidery to puffed sleeves, it doesn’t take much to make a top look a whole lot cuter.
While most trends come and go, this one will be everywhere this season. If you’re curious about the style, but don’t want to shell out a ton, consider items on this list — all of which are under $40. That way, you could try the look out for yourself without feeling guilty if it’s no longer the top you’re reaching for in a couple of years. However, these airy tops are so flouncy and just interesting to look at that we doubt you’ll be getting rid of them any time soon. Many of the options come in white, pink and even floral patterns, which just scream femininity.
19 Romantic Blouses That Are Under $40
1. Our Favorite: This chiffon-like top is airy and a bit loose, making it ideal to tuck in to pants or a skirt. The double-layered sleeves are also flouncy for a romantic touch.
2. Shoulder Showoff: There are ruffles around the shoulders, at the cuffs and at the bottom of the top, so this off-the-shoulder blouse can even make leather pants look softer.
3. Popping Poplin: With dramatic poplin sleeves, this elbow-length-sleeved shirt gives just enough volume. Plus, the stretch-cotton fabric is comfortable to wear all day long.
4. Lovely Lace: There’s nothing boring about this V-neck blouse that features lace and an overall textured polka-dot design. The 13 colors are a bonus, too.
5. Romantic in Red: Featuring the illusion of mesh over the camisole, this Vince Camuto number is red-hot as it combines lace and ruffles for a date-night look.
6. Enchanting Eyelet: With an overall eyelet design and puffed sleeves down to the elbow, this breathable, dramatic top will be your go-to top of the summer.
7. Tender Tiers: You’re used to seeing tiers on a dress, but to give this off-the-shoulder top even more prominent, it has flouncy tiers.
8. Charming Pick: This long-sleeve blouse has different eyelet designs and a scalloped neckline, and yet, it doesn’t feel too overwhelming. It just looks like a really pretty top to wear to lunch.
9. Sweet Sweater: A unique option is this short-sleeved sweater that’s decorated with sparkling crystals and features slightly puffed, scalloped sleeves.
10. Beautiful Bow: Not only is this under-$30 off-the-shoulder top romantic, but it’s distinctive with double-layered butterfly sleeves and an oversized bow in the center.
11. Chic Chiffon: Prepare for a whole lot of compliments on this long-sleeved top that has chiffon-like sleeves. The ruffle neckline gives the blouse a feminine touch that completes the look.
12. Dreamy Lace: A flowy lace top that doesn’t look like a doily? It can be done, like with this elbow-length-sleeve, off-the-shoulder option.
13. Whimsical Scallops: Vertical lines elongate the body on this pointelle stitch blouse while the lacey scallop-sleeve hems are the cherry on top.
14. Real Renaissance: Part romance, part Renaissance, this off-the-shoulder top has a sweetheart neckline and gracefully draped sleeves.
15. Playful Peplum: The peplum design and flouncy sleeves are just the beginning of this Lands’ End blouse. It has an eyelet design that covers the entire front and part of the back.
16. Gentle Textures: It’s all about the textures on this under-$30 blouse. It has elbow-length sleeves with elastic cuffs, a floral design and discreet ruffle details on the shoulders.
17. Pretty in Pink: The fitted cuffs on this off-the-shoulder top make way for airy sleeves. Plus, the cool square pattern and bow at the waist make it more fun.
18. Simply Sweet: If you just want to dip your toe into the romantic blouse trend, this breezy chiffon-like top simply has batwing sleeves to bring the playful vibe to life.
19. Angelic Sleeves: This isn’t your regular three-quarter-sleeve blouse — it has ruffled batwing sleeves for some drama on a lovely patterned option.
