Spring High Tops That Make Dressing Easy

1. Tall T-Shirts (Better Than Basic Tees)

Not all t-shirts are created equal.Having a few t-shirts that are a step above the basic tee makes it much easier to look put together without trying too hard.These are great for everyday wear, but they can also be dressed up more than you might think!

This blue and white striped tee is a good example. That’s rightreally, really softwellthicknessagainsuper stretchyso it’s too badrelaxed but still looking polished. Stripes add enough interest so you don’t feel like you’re wearing something plain, and they give your outfit a little more style — without having to do anything extra!

I paired it with a pair of white wide leg pants on top for an upscale look, and I love how clean and polished it feels. But you can totally wear it with jeans and sneakers every day.

You can see all the colorsHERE. I wear size S.

Buy Goods:
Striped T-shirt: Nordstrom (wearing size S)
Wide Leg Pants: Gap (wearing size 6)
Sandals: DSW (wearing size 8)
Earrings: Nickel & Suede

2. Simple Lightweight Buttons (Simple But Polished)

Simple button-downs are one of my favorite types of casual high tops because they sit well between casual and polished.

In the pictures below we show the same top in two different colors. This top is 55% linen and 45% rayon, of courseit’s light and airy but has good traction. That’s rightit’s easy to throw on, it’s breathable, and it doesn’t feel stiffor crazy. See all colorsHERE. I wear size S.

Pink and White Stripe

This color is great for spring, and it’s one of those piecesyou feel happier when you’re really versatile. It goes with so many different pants, from jeans like these to gray wash jeans to white wide leg pants, and more!

Here I’ve paired it with my Quince Bella wide leg jeans in a medium wash. If you’ve been around for a while, you know I LOVE these jeans. I have them in five colors. They really existsoft,expandableagaineasy to wearbut they are still lookingorganizedagainpolishedwhich isthe best of both worlds! Check them outHERE. I wear a size 6/28.

White Version

It’s also very helpful to have a white top like this that’s higher than a basic tee. This is one of those pieces that you might look down on, but you dosuper duper versatile and easy to style. You will wear it with everything!

I shared two dresses with it. First, I also paired it with Quince wide leg jeans for a clean, slim look that still felt really put together. I love how effortlessly this is put together!

Second, I also styled it with these wide leg linen pants from Athleta in a light olive color to show how easily they transition into summer. This material feels very lightweight and light, but still polished. Great for summer! Find themHERE. I’m wearing a size XS — measured down to a size S and I felt very voluminous in my hips.

However, I finished this outfit with these gold Croc sandals that I recently received in the emails – PMT Managers LOVED them last year, saying they were the most comfortable sandals they’ve ever worn. They are really comfortable! Also, a metallic sandal (especially gold) is neutral, so it goes with everything and adds just enough polish to take an outfit up a notch. Check them outHERE. I wear a size 8.

3. High Average and Details (Effortless Interest)

This is one of the easiest ways to elevate your clothes without trying too hard.A midi top with some kind of detail, like stitching, cutouts, or interesting sleeves, adds a quick style while still being very wearable.

This white eyelet feature is a great example. It’s 100% cotton, of coursebreathingagaincomfortbut eyelet and cutoutdetails give you that extra touch that makes your outfit feel stylish. It’s one of those pieces that you can just throw awayknowyour dress will look great. The calfHERE. I wear size S.

Note: It’s far from TAD for me to wear loose, but I know it will be fine for many of you – my torso is shorter than average!

I paired it with Quince medium wash wide leg jeans too (told you I love them), and it works. Common but pulled together.

Of course, you can also go for the white short sleeve button up I shared earlier!

4. Pop-of-Color Elevated Tops

If your wardrobe is neutral, adding a pop of color like this can make a big difference.It brings life to your wardrobe and clothes without requiring any extra effort.

This short sleeve button up is made of 100% cotton fabric, of courselightweightagaincomfort. The texture makes it feel a little higher, though still firmvery easy to wear. I’m wearing it here with these jeans from my favorite brand Wit & Wisdom.

The color is kind of an orange-pink-ish-red tone – bright, fun, and perfect for spring and summer! Even if you don’t go to this color directly, to beothersa pop of color like this in your closet can really help break up the neutrals and add interest. You cansee all the colors HERE.I’m wearing a size XS.

5. High Blouse-Feeling Tops (Not Casual For Work)

I can’t quite describe the fabric of this top, but it’s a step up from a cotton/gauzy/linen dress but not as wearable as a blouse. Indeed, it isPERFECT in-betweenagaintherefore, variable SO. You can wear it with trousers and throw a blazer over it for work, but you can also wear it with jeans and not feel overdressed.

I show you in two versions:

• blue floral print
• and a strong navy

The floral version is a great example of a print that adds interest without being overwhelming, and pairs well with denim.

Equal note:the torso is more fitted and slightly narrower below. It’s not very comfortable, but if you have curvier hips (like me), it works well when worn tucked in. If it is worn unbuttoned, it will look bad on the hips. I personally would be attracted to it if I wanted to wear it unwashed.

You cansee all colors HERE. I’m wearing a size XS.

Buy Goods:
Blouse: Nordstrom (wearing size XS)
Wide Leg Jeans: Nordstrom (wearing size 6)
Black Wide Leg Jeans: Quince (wearing size 28)
Flats (similar): Zappos
Earrings (similar): Nickel & Suede

Many Options

If you’ve been feeling stuck in a t-shirt, adding a few casual high tops like these can make a HUGE difference. You don’t need a ton – just a few strategic pieces that add interest and give you options for your everyday life.

If you’re looking for more options – especially ones you don’t have to hold – check out my latest blog post50+ Spring Tops You Shouldn’t Miss.

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