Buy now: 10 pretty peasant blouses for SS17

Publish date: 2024-05-29

The peasant blouse is a hot trend for SS17, and since the sun is beginning to making an appearance, it's time to invest. It's the perfect piece for in-between weather as it keeps your arms covered but thanks to the lightweight, breezy material, there's no chance of overheating.

It's also a great addition to your summer wardrobe, as it easily transitions from beach to bar. From River Island's cold-shoulder version and the pretty pink Zara number to the traditional white style from Talitha, we've scoured the shelves to bring you the very best gypsy-inspired blouses out there.

Click through to see our pick of the bunch...

This white Indian peasant top from Talitha is a versatile summer wardrobe addition that translates easily from city to shoreline. Team with dark denim culottes and strappy, block-heel sandals for serious boho vibes. 

Talitha white cotton Indian peasant top, £465, available at avenue32.com

We love this cute, frilled take on the classic peasant blouse. It has a slightly cinched-in cut, making for a flattering silhouette and it stands out with colourful embroidery. Pair with jeans and a loafers for a cool, laid-back look. 

Marks & Spencer pure modal embroidered peasant blouse, £35, available at marksandspencer.com

This pretty peasant blouse in midnight blue from Ulla Johnson is given a vibrant update with floral embroidered sleeves and tassel ties in primary colours. Match with white denim to bring the blouse to life. 

Ulla Johnson midnight embroidered Vania blouse, £395, available at avenue32.com

We love the easy, breezy vibes of this delicate Free People peasant blouse with embroidered details. Pair with cropped denim and slides. Sidenote - it's in the sale! You can buy it now for £66, down from £132.

Free People You're Mine peasant blouse, £66, available at shopbop.com

A peasant blouse in bright pink? Now we're talking! This gorgeous, girly Zara number with billowing sleeves is embroidered with pretty flowers and statement tie detailing. Keep the rest of your look ultra-simple to let the top take centre stage. 

Zara embroidered flounce shirt, £39.99, available at zara.com

We liked this particular top so much we had to include in two colours. This navy blue has a similar pattern, with an pretty embroidered floral design, and that gorgeous tassel detail. We can't decide which one to buy so both now have a spot on our SS17 wishlist. 

Zara embroidered flounce shirt, £39.99, available at zara.com

If it's a statement peasant top you're after, this Next number is just the ticket! In a vibrant red, it features intricate ethnic-inspired embroidery in different shades of blue and long tassels. Pair with light-wash denim and tan sandals for boho cool in an instant.

Next embroidered long sleeve top, £40, available at next.co.uk

We love the statement flute sleeves on this Topshop number - it will add an ethereal, feminine edge to your look. Pair with 'mom' jeans and mules for an on-trend city look - just keep all other accessories to a minimum to ensure the top has maximum impact.

Topshop embroidered flute sleeve blouse, £45, available at topshop.com

Featuring a cold shoulder, this River Island top is a cool, modern update on the peasant blouse and lets you tap into two trends at once. Wear with skinny jeans and black heels for a cool girl take on 'going out' dressing.  

River Island black floral embroidered cold shoulder top, £35, available at riverisland.com

You might have to save up for a little while, but this stunning blouse from Nine In The Mirror is a worthwhile holiday investment. In beauitful lightweight denim, it's perfect for summer nights - pair with white skinny cropped jeans, stacked jewellery and sandals.

Nine In The Mirror Embroidered Linen Vyshyvanka Blouse, £285, available at nineinthemirror.com

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