Washable Workwear Wednesday: Touch of Trim Flare-Sleeve Shirt
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Looking for a button-front shirt with a little character? Here’s a statement blouse from Nic + Zoe that’s anything but boring.
This cream, collared blouse has bold, contrasting black trim and fun flounce sleeves. Keep the spotlight on your shirt by pairing it with simple black trousers and loafers. Best of all, it’s machine washable!
This blouse is $168 at Nordstrom (selling out quickly) and Zappos and comes in sizes XS–XXL.
Halogen has two lower-priced alternatives — one black-on-white ($44.50 on sale) and one white-on-black ($89). If you can excuse the general grandma-ness of the brand, check out Liz Claiborne’s similar option in plus sizes up to 5X, on sale for $37.40 with code.
Looking for other washable workwear? See all of our recent recommendations for washable clothes for work, or check out our roundup of the best brands for washable workwear.
Sales of note for 3/21/25
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – Spring sale, up to 50% off: Free People, AllSaints, AG, and more
- Ann Taylor – 25% off suiting + 25% off tops & sweaters + extra 50% off sale
- Banana Republic Factory – 40% off everything + 20% off
- Eloquii – 50% off elevated essentials + extra 50% off sale
- J.Crew – 25% off select linen & cashmere + up to 50% off select styles + extra 40% off sale
- J.Crew Factory – Friends & Family Sale: Extra 15% off your purchase + extra 50% off clearance + 50-60% off spring faves
- M.M.LaFleur – Flash Sale: Get the Ultimate Jardigan for $198 on sale; use code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – Buy 1 get 1 50% off everything, includes markdowns
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