style - Jan 12, 2023

33 of the Best Off the Shoulder Tops to Love Wearing

By gemma prior


Image: Toteme-studio.com


Whether you’re looking for something casual to wear out for lunch with friends or after something dressier, off the shoulder tops are a fabulous dose of feminine style, no matter the occasion.

Offering a dignified flash of bare skin and a fun and flirty look, this style of top has seen many seasons and is making no sign of leaving the fashion scene. 

And off the shoulder tops aren’t just a summer pleasure as brands offer plenty of long sleeve and knit options as well.

So keep scrolling to see ideas for styling off the shoulder tops, plus 33 of the best this season, including a selection of second-hand treasures from around the world
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HOW TO WEAR OFF THE SHOULDER TOPS

Far from a short-term trend, off the shoulder tops have been a constant presence on the runway, red carpet, and in street style for so many years. 

Whether they’re worn casually with jeans or a denim skirt with flats, or in a dressier way with a tailored pant and heels, there are so many options for styling this capsule wardrobe essential.

Here are some ideas to spark your imagination when styling an off the shoulder top, for both warm summer days and cooler times.

Woman wearing a black off the shoulder top with jeans


Woman wearing white off the shoulder top with white tailored pants


Woman wearing black off the shoulder top with black maxi skirt


Woman wearing long sleeve off the shoulder top with jeans and sneakers


Woman wearing floral off the shoulder top with jeans


Woman wearing lace off the shoulder top with jeans and heels

33 of the BEST OFF THE SHOULDER TOPS

When searching for tops to share, my focus has been on finding a collection that won’t date, so I’ve mainly shared minimalist pieces.

Although, if you much prefer bright and bubbly fashion, I’ve included a few of those tops as well!


Mara Hoffman off the shoulder top
mara hoffman off-shoulder top $505 AUD, FROM mara hoffman
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Location: us
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Known for her unique designs as well as her commitment to offering more ethical fashion, everything from Mara Hoffman is created for the long stay.

Dominique Healy Louie Crop
dominique healy off-shoulder top $102 AUD, FROM airrobe
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: Australia
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An ethical Australian brand, Dominique Healy's focus is on simple, feminine pieces that won't age.

Mara Hoffman off-the-shoulder crop top
mara hoffman off-shoulder top $97.65 AUD, FROM the real real
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: us
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Another piece by Mara Hoffman, this one with an eye-catching print to spice up your wardrobe!

Friend of Audrey off the shoulder knit
friend of audrey off-shoulder knit $69 AUD, FROM airrobe
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: Australia
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An off the shoulder top option for cooler days by Australian label, Friend of Audrey.

Citizens of Humanity off the shoulder top
citizens of humanity off-shoulder top $239 AUD, FROM citizens of humanity
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Location: US
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A simple, low-key option for everyday summer wear.

Michael Kors Off the shoulder top
michael kors off-shoulder top $122 AUD, FROM the real real
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: US
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The perfect simple, chic style to wear casually with jeans or shorts, or to dress up with a tailored pant or skirt.

AERE gathered off the shoulder top
aere off-shoulder top $79 AUD, FROM airrobe
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: australia
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Offering a healthy dose of summer colour, this is another off the shoulder top that could be dressed up a little or kept more casual.

Helmut Lang off the shoulder knit top
helmut lang off-shoulder top $114 AUD, FROM the real real
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: us
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A chic style offering subtle elegance that would look perfect with a pair of straight leg jeans and simple heels.

Norma Kamali Off the shoulder top
norma kamali off-shoulder top $115 AUD, FROM matchesfashion
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Location: uk
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A simple off the shoulder top that, with the addition of heels, could take you straight from lunch with friends to a night out.

Anna Quan off the shoulder crop top
anna quan off-shoulder top $60 AUD, FROM airrobe
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: Australia
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Subtle style with a dose of trending colour, a gorgeous piece for a summer wardrobe.

Forever New Khloe Rib off the shoulder top
forever new off-shoulder top $69.99 AUD, FROM forever new
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Location: Australia
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Appearing in a style that's seen many years on the fashion scene, this top looks just as good with jeans and flats as with a tailored pant and heels.

Toteme off the shoulder rib knit top
toteme off-shoulder knit top $651 AUD, FROM toteme
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Location: europe
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A timeless piece with a slim silhouette this off the shoulder top could be style in a variety of ways, dressed up or down.

Unikspace Kluba off the shoulder top
unikspace off-shoulder top $220 AUD, FROM unikspace
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Location: Australia
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A relaxed summer style from a brand with a focus on creating more sustainable fashion.

WNTRMSE Delta Knit top
wntrmse off-shoulder knit top $199 AUD, FROM the iconic
ethics Rating: unsure
Location: Australia
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A subtle sexy look for cooler days, and another piece that could take you from a casual lunch to dinner out. 

Anna Quan Tessa top
anna quan tessa off-shoulder top $190 AUD, FROM anna quan
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Location: Australia
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From an Australian designer known for minimalist pieces with hints of individual, this top offers a quietly flirty style.

Dominique Healy Anna frill off the shoulder top
dominique healy off-shoulder top $199 AUD, FROM dominique healy
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Location: Australia
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Another piece by sustainable brand Dominique Healy.

Dissh Isabelle linen top
dissh off-shoulder top $89.99 $36 AUD, FROM dissh
ethics Rating: unsure
Location: Australia
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A flirty style appearing in a subtle timeless palette. A joyful piece to wear whether to lunch or while on a summer weekend away.

Marle off the shoulder top
marle off-shoulder top $250 AUD, FROM marle
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Location: new zealand
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A timeless classic from New Zealand brand, Marle. Another pieces with endless styling options.

Helmut Lang off the shoulder knit top
helmut lang off-shoulder knit top $487 $250.50 AUD, FROM cettire
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Location: Europe
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Whether dress up or down, this is a simple yet chic piece by Helmut Lang.

Nation LTD Sonali Bubble hem off the shoulder top
nation LTD off-shoulder top $242 $145 AUD, FROM revolve
ethics Rating: unsure
Location: us
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Another fun and flirty piece for summer days and weekends away.

Matteau one shoulder top
matteau off-shoulder top $240 AUD, FROM matteau
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Location: Australia
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Subtle style from an Australian brand known for their chic timeless fashion. 

Witchery one shoulder top
witchery off-shoulder top $139.95 AUD, FROM witchery
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Location: Australia
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A great variation of the off the shoulder top, this one offers new ideas for styling.

Enza Costa Silk off the shoulder knit top
enza costa off-shoulder knit top $266 $174 AUD, FROM revolve
ethics Rating: unsure
Location: us
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A simple yet sexy piece that you'll be wearing for many, many seasons to come.

Reformation Azura off the shoulder knit top
reformation off-shoulder knit top $165 AUD, FROM reformation
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Location: us
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Adding timeless colour to your winter wardrobe this off the shoulder knit top could be dressed up or down.

PROENZA SCHOULER Off-The-Shoulder Long Sleeve Top
proenza schouler off-shoulder knit top $197.59 AUD, FROM the real real
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: us
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A gorgeous timeless off the shoulder knit for a casual lunch with friends or a dressier dinner event.

Georgia Alice  off the shoulder top
georgia alice off-shoulder top $177 AUD, FROM airrobe
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: Australia
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A version of the off the shoulder top with a hint of avant-garde perfect for an event or special occasion.

The Curated off the shoulder top
the curated off-shoulder knit top $250 $150 AUD, FROM the curated
ethics Rating: unsure
Location: Australia
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Another timeless design perfect for almost any occasion.

Alemais Arlo silk cropped off the shoulder top
Alemais off-shoulder top $237.50 AUD, FROM depop
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: Australia
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A sexy statement piece for those who love fashion that comes with colour and character!

The Row Off the shoulder top
The Row off-shoulder top $419 AUD, FROM resee
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: europe
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From a luxury brand synonymous with timeless, modern style.

Esse off the shoulder top
esse off-shoulder top $360 AUD, FROM esse
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Location: Australia
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Along with their dedication to sharing more sustainable fashion, Esse are renowned for sharing simple yet modern pieces.

Khaite nima bodysuit off the shoulder top
khaite off-shoulder top $430 AUD, FROM khaite
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Location: us
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Luxury label Khaite are know for their fashion that reimagines classic styles.

Skin off the shoulder knit top
skin off-shoulder top $389 AUD, FROM my chameleon
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Location: Australia
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A simple but chic off the shoulder top that could be dressed up or down for cooler days.

Miu Miu off the shoulder top
miu miu off-shoulder top $527 AUD, FROM resee
ethics Rating: pre-loved
Location: europe
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Another second-hand piece from a luxury label perfect for warm and sunny summer days with friends or at the beach.



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