Fit to be Tied

Don't think of dowdy librarians when you look at these adorable blouses. Tie-neck tops are great to pair with fall's more sophisticated picks, like high-waisted pencil skirts and wide-leg trousers. So play like the 40's screen siren you are in one of these lovely tie-neck blouses.

Girly chiffon is toughened up by military inspired brass buttons in this Madison Marcus Chiffon Tie Neck Blouse. Don't hide the flowy hem under a skirt, instead let it drape over your favorite super-dark denim.









Blessed with a bigger bust? Try something with a lower neckline and a fitted bodice, like this What Comes Around Goes Around Silk Blouse. And for an even more flattering look, leave the tie long to create a vertical line and lengthen the torso.







The classic button-up gets a Marc Jacobs makeover with a quirky purple print and ruffle trim. For more fun patterned looks, like this Marc by Marc Jacobs Nora Print Silk Twill Blouse, check out Maria Bonita Extra's Bow-Collar Shirt.












My favorite of the bunch? This effortlessly elegant Rebecca Taylor V-Back Blouse. Worn backwards or forwards, it's surefire hit. (I got it in purple...)












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