How to: Wear the new pussy-bow blouse

The thing that makes the pussy-bow blouse so irresistible is its super feminine appeal; it is an emblem of the romantic bohemian era the fashion industry is praising right now. Forget the starched shirt with pearl earrings and power-suit, which have been characterizing the Margaret Thatcher look for years. The new pussy-bow is breezier, more delicate and a little nostalgic but with a modern twist and a cooler attitude.

The proper – approved by Gucci – way

Since Alessandro Michele has been heading the “bohemian revolution”, we think the Gucci way to style the pussy-bow blouse is one to follow. Gucci matches their romantic sheer blouses with pleated midi skirts and granny sweaters. Add a “basco” hat to get the straight-out-of-Wes-Anderson-movie look.

The gender-free/perfect for work way

One of the new rules with the new pussy-bow blouse is that it has no gender at all, following one of fashion’s most revolutionary trends at the moment. As Gucci shows, it can be worn by both men and women with wide leg trousers and matching blazer and still look entirely flattering. Keep your pussy-bow blouse away from every kind of pencil skirt and replace your old-fashioned office look with this more sophisticated and up-to-date version.

The 70s way

Alexa Chung has mastered the art of styling for years and for this look provides plenty of inspiration: match a see-through or printed pussy-bow blouse with a denim or suede A-line skirt and a pair of platforms to add groove to your outfit.

The folkloric way

If an even more relaxed mood is what you’re after, you can choose a long pussy-bow blouse or tunic with a morbid silhouette, and style it with a pair of flares.

The tone-on-tone way

In this eccentric alternative by Ryan Lo, where colours play a harmonic game, the contrast is highlighted by matching a more mannish pussy-bow with an ultra feminine, see-through, fluffy skirt. The boots just make the look even stronger and eye-catching.

Francesca Milano