What do I wear with a decorative white blouse?

Welcome to our Ask the Expert column where we answer all your fashion conundrums.

This month we talk about about the decorative white blouse. Since Chemena Kamali’s debut Fall 2024 collection for Chloe earlier this year, it’s evident that blouses, particularly white ones, are set to be a staple trend among the fashion cognoscenti.

Leather and lace never disappoints

The queen of uptown chic, Olivia Palermo, never misses a beat. We stan her fashion week look, which is a perfect mix of feminine and femme fatale. While a blouse can sometimes look too girlie, Olivia gets it right by pairing it with a leather skirt featuring punk-inspired chain embellishments.

Have fun with bold separates

Don’t limit yourself to basic bottoms like jeans or neutral- coloured pants and skirts. Sure, they’re a safe bet, but some days, it’s thrilling to embark on a fashion adventure. Live a little, and pair your outfit with colourful striped trousers or an embellished skirt.

Adorn yourself with sculptural jewellery

For Chloe’s commercial Fall/Winter 2024 collection, there will be a selection of 20 blouse styles available in the boutique. Take a leaf out of the new Chloe by styling your frilly white blouse with sculptural gold or silver jewellery that is minimal and modern.

Clashing is cute

A blouse and a pair of classic Adidas shorts? Believe it or not, the three-stripe Adidas shorts are trending all over Tiktok right now. The fashion set is styling them with unconventional pairings like a shirt with heels, or a pretty blouse with loafers or Mary Janes. We stan a combo that’s totally unexpected but effortless at the same time.

Do you have a fashion dilemma? Send your questions to fashion editor Lena Kamarudin (lenak@sph.com.sg) who will solve your style conundrums with practical tips and advice.