Pointelle is a fine knit with small openwork patterns stitched into the fabric. It is lighter and more detailed than a plain knit, which is why it works as a tucked-in everyday top and as a styling layer over dresses.

Women's Designer Tops | Knits & Blouses – Noir Noir fashion

Q: What’s the best top to layer over a Noir Noir dress?

A fine-knit or pointelle cardigan, a boucle vest, or a structured short cardigan layers cleanly over the brand’s dresses without bulk. The scallop edge embroidery flower cluster cardigan and the double-breasted rib cardigan with ruffled shirt collar are popular over midi dresses for cooler weather.

Q: Are these cardigans warm enough for fall and winter?

The cardigans range from fine pointelle, best as a styling layer in mild weather, to rib knits and dropped-shoulder cardigans, which work as a primary layer in fall and into early winter. For deep winter, layer under a coat.

Q: Are there embellished tops for events?

Yes. The V-neck vest top with front beaded flower, the round neck top with full sleeve and scattered diamond detail, the scallop edge embroidery flower cluster cardigan, and the fine rib knit cardigan with stone embellishments are all event-ready. Style with a column skirt or wide-leg trouser.

Q: What cotton blouses work for work and elevated everyday?

The cotton blouse with flower applique design, the button down top with pearl-trimmed cotton collar, and the polo collar top with vest look overlay are the most office-ready pieces in the collection, offering feminine detail without crossing into occasion territory.

Q: Are there cropped tops in the collection?

Yes. The cropped denim top with fold down collar is the clearest example. It pairs well with high-rise skirts and trousers, especially for petite shoppers who want the proportion to read longer-legged.

More about the Noir Noir Tops collection.

More About the Noir Noir Tops Collection

What’s in the Noir Noir Tops Collection

The Noir Noir Tops collection covers everything from elevated everyday basics to embellished occasion pieces. Inside you’ll find cotton blouses, organza blouses, pointelle knit tops, ribbed knit tops, button-down shirts, cardigans, boucle and beaded vests, polo and henley tops, dropped-shoulder sweatshirts, half-zip pullovers, cropped denim tops, and jersey tees. Paired with Skirts or styled over Dresses, the collection carries from work to dinner to weekend. New pieces live in What’s New, and the teen version is Tea by Noir.

Vests, Boucle & Statement Pieces

The collection includes the boucle button front vest and the V-neck vest top with front beaded flower. Boucle vests work over a shirt, tee, or fine knit; beaded vests bring evening polish without needing a full embellished dress.

Embellished & Occasion Tops

For wedding-guest, mother-of-the-bride, bat mitzvah, and holiday-party dressing, try the scallop edge embroidery flower cluster cardigan, the round neck top with scattered diamond detail, or the V-neck vest top with beaded flower.

Everyday Tops

Easy wardrobe pieces include the jersey t-shirt with chest pocket, the wide stripe henley top, the knit half zip top, the taffeta half zip top, the bubble sleeve sweatshirt, and the cropped denim top with fold down collar.

How to Style Noir Noir Tops

Over a dress, a fine-knit cardigan or boucle vest extends a summer piece into fall. Tucked into a midi or maxi skirt, a cotton blouse or pointelle knit reads polished without being formal.

Necklines, Sleeves & Cuts

The collection includes V-neck, round neck, polo collar, henley, button-down, organza neck-tie, scallop edge, and ruffle collar styles, along with dropped-shoulder, raglan, bubble sleeve, full sleeve, short sleeve, sleeveless vest, and three-quarter sleeve cuts.

Body Types & Fit

Drop-shoulder and oversized cuts forgive most fits without losing structure. Defined-waist pieces suit hourglass and pear figures. Cropped tops layer well over higher-rise skirts and trousers, especially for petite shoppers. Longer cardigans and overlay pieces give curvier figures clean lines without clinging.

Sizing, Care, Shipping & Returns

The Tops collection runs XS through XXXL. See the Find Your Size guide. Cotton blouses and denim are usually gentle machine wash cold; knits should be dried flat; organza, beaded, and pearl-trimmed pieces should be dry-cleaned. Returns are handled through Returns & Exchanges. For markdowns, see Sale.

Tops FAQs

What kinds of tops are in the Noir Noir Tops collection?

The Tops collection covers cotton blouses, organza blouses, denim shirts, pointelle and rib knit tops, button-down shirts, cardigans, boucle and beaded vests, polo and henley tops, sweatshirts, half-zip pullovers, cropped denim tops, and jersey tees.

What should I wear with a Noir Noir midi or maxi skirt?

Tucked-in cotton blouses, organza neck-tie blouses, pointelle knits, and slim ribbed knits work best with midi and maxi skirts. For a dressier look, layer an embellished cardigan or beaded vest over a clean top.

What’s the best top to layer over a Noir Noir dress?

A fine-knit or pointelle cardigan, boucle vest, or structured short cardigan layers cleanly over dresses. The scallop edge cardigan and double-breasted rib cardigan are popular over midi dresses.

Are these cardigans warm enough for fall and winter?

The cardigans range from fine pointelle layers to heavier rib knits and dropped-shoulder cardigans. They work well in fall and early winter; for deep winter, layer under a coat.

What is pointelle?

Pointelle is a fine knit with small openwork patterns stitched into the fabric. It is lighter and more detailed than a plain knit, making it useful as both an everyday top and a styling layer over dresses.

What is boucle?

Boucle is a textured woven or knit fabric with a looped, curly surface. It reads elevated and slightly retro. The boucle button front vest is the strongest example in the collection.

Are there embellished tops for events?

Yes. The V-neck beaded vest, round neck scattered diamond top, scallop edge embroidered cardigan, and stone embellished cardigan are event-ready.

What cotton blouses work for work and elevated everyday?

The cotton applique blouse, pearl-trimmed button down, and polo collar vest-look top are the most office-ready pieces.

Are there modest tops for conservative dress codes?

Yes. Cotton blouses with full or three-quarter sleeves, button-down shirts, organza blouses, and longer cardigans all work for modest dress codes and as coverage layers over sleeveless dresses.

Are there cropped tops in the collection?

Yes. The cropped denim top with fold down collar pairs well with high-rise skirts and trousers.

What sleeve options are there?

The collection covers dropped-shoulder, raglan, bubble sleeve, full sleeve, three-quarter sleeve, short sleeve, and sleeveless vest cuts.

What sizes do the tops come in?

The Tops collection runs XS through XXXL. See the Find Your Size guide for full measurements.

Do the tops run true to size?

Most styles run true to size. Knits typically have more give than woven blouses, so between-size shoppers can usually take their normal size in knits and size up in fitted button-downs.

How should I care for the knitwear?

Pointelle and rib knits last longest with delicate cycle or hand wash and lay-flat drying. Do not tumble dry or hang wet. Beaded and pearl-trimmed knits are safest dry-cleaned.

How should I care for cotton blouses and denim tops?

Gentle machine wash cold, hang or lay flat to dry, and iron on low if needed. Appliqued, embroidered, or pearl-trimmed cotton pieces last longer with hand wash or delicate cycle.

What’s the difference between a cardigan and a blouse?

A cardigan is an open-front knit garment usually layered as a second piece; a blouse is a woven top worn as a primary layer. The collection includes both.

Are floral tops still in style?

Yes. Floral prints, applique florals, embroidered florals, and 3D floral details remain strong in elevated contemporary fashion. Noir Noir examples include the floral applique blouse, printed denim shirt, and 3D applique knit top.

Does Noir Noir do tops for teens?

Yes. The teen and junior version is Tea by Noir, designed for ages 12–19 with similar tops, knitwear, and separates scaled for teens.

Where can I see new arrivals?

The latest tops appear in What’s New and at the top of the Tops collection.

Are returns available on tops?

Yes. See Returns & Exchanges for the full policy. Free shipping applies on orders over $150; details are on Shipping & Delivery.

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