I don't see why it couldn't be a blouse, because it's button-up, but this really does look like a jacket that was meant to be buttoned to the neck. YOU, however will do your own thing with it and there are plenty of "things" to do with it! It's lightweight poly/rayon challis (see label photo for best close ups to enlarge) with velvet collar, buttons and flaps on the faux pockets. Unlined! Shoulder pads are early 80s, as is the trademark on the label, which is now defunct. So enjoy all the different ways to style this. The tweedy menswear trousers in one photo are in the "shop", if still available. Clean. No flaws shoulders 15 1/2" bust 38" waist 34" length 22" corporate, dark academia, minimalist offers OK