Joie bustier blouse w/peplum, underwire & smocking in rich antique gold -Size XS

This romantic blouse is incredibly feminine and sexy. Whether you wear it with your fave leather pants, jeans, slinky pants or a silk skirt you WILL break hearts in this beauty. With the kind of gorgeous details you can expect from Joie this blouse has many features of a bustier. There is underwire around and under the lined cups, giving you the support you need to wear it with or without a bra. The smocking in the back helps it stretch to fit snugly. Elegant finishing touches like the placement of vertical and horizontal ruching and the delicate fabric covered buttons add to the look. Add puff shoulder balloon sleeves and the strategic placement of vertical and horizontal ruching and your waist looks SO small. All these design features create a contemporary version of the 19th century look where dresses and tops (called shirtwaists) were low cut, tight around the waist with big sleeves to enhance the bust and make the waist look tiny. Those poor 19th century ladies were laced in so tight they could barely breathe but, because of the smocking this top creates a similar updated effect that is comfortable and easy to wear. Shown with vintage bebe black leather pants and NWT Good American straight leg, off-white jeans. Both are listed and available. Easy care100% polyester Measurements: Length 19¾" Sleeve length: 24¾" Waist 27½" (completely unstretched) Pit to pit measured flat: 15½" (31" around) Size XS Original Price: $228.00