Fashion Watch: The Search for Satin Blouses

Satin blouses are the perfect addition to just about any outfit. Whether you’re dressing professionally for work, or getting ready for a night on the town with friends, and satin blouse is an elegant and tastefully sexy addition to any outfit. Here are some of the best places to find satin blouses, as well as some tips on how to make your own blouse.
Of course, you can find satin blouses in a variety of colors and styles at most major department stores, or you can shop online at sites like www.macys.com, www.bloomingdales.com and www.nordstrom.com. Of course, these stores can get a little pricey, so if you’re not quite in the mood to splurge, these stores may have the satin styles you need:

Old Navy. You’ll find short and long-sleeved satin blouses, with bows and buttons to compliment a blazer or a classic pencil skirt. You can also visit www.oldnavy.com for clearance and sale items that will compliment your satin blouse.
Express. This store has satin blouses, belts, and scarves, in just about every color you can imagine. You can also pair your satin blouse up with slacks or gauchos for a professional but stylish look. There are always sales going on at both live stores and online, so you can always find affordable satin clothing and accessories.

Avenue. Avenue usually has a pretty good selection of satin blouses at affordable prices in a number of styles and colors. You can visit the site (www.avenue.com) to find a store in your area.

If you’re making your own silk blouse, you’ll want to make sure you select a pattern that will flatter your figure. For instance, if you are small in the waist and have an ample bosom, you’ll want to avoid satin blouses with buttons in the front—a bow or rounded collar would work best. If you want to bring more attention to the neck and shoulders, adding a sash to the waist of the shirt will help to cover those areas you want hidden while still adding a classy accent to the shirt. You can find patterns at places like Wal-Mart and Hobby Lobby, and when you purchase your pattern, you may want to ask a representative about which personal touches will look best with your new satin blouse. If it’s your first time sewing a satin blouse, it’s important to take your time and sew one section of the shirt at a time. You may even want to enlist the help of a seamstress to help you cut the right amount of fabric. For more tips on how to sew your satin blouse, visit www.answers.com/satin.

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