Looking for tops for broad shoulders that you’ll actually want to wear? Think draped necklines, little button-front blouses and off-the-shoulder styles.
These looks give you plenty to choose from, whether you love showing your shoulders or prefer a little more coverage.
You can keep things simple with jeans or go a little dressier with flowing sleeves. These broad shoulders top ideas aren’t about hiding anything.
Pick the details you love, then try them with pieces you already own.
Pretty tops and outfit combinations to try
brown draping and a gathered waist
We’re starting off strong with this gorgeous dark brown top. I love the slanted neckline and the loose sleeves.
The gathered waist gives it a different shape from a plain oversized tee.
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Try yours with cream pants if you want to keep the colors simple.
olive green and wide sleeves
How cute is this olive green top? Those wide sleeve openings are my favorite part!
The broad neckline and little folds at the waist look so pretty with blue jeans.
Add a burgundy shoulder bag like the one here if you want another color without going too bright.
striped halter with a gathered front
The stripe fans are going to love this! Gray and white stripes curve around the gathered center, then run diagonally down the flared hem.
Keep the narrow halter strap if you like an open-shoulder look. A short blue skirt, like the one shown here, lets the longer top hang over the waistband.
white wrap top and dark jeans
This wrap top may just be one of my favorites here. I love the deep V-neck and that extra-long side tie.
The loose dark blue jeans keep the outfit casual.
Try a chunky bead necklace and narrow sunglasses to follow the same look.
yellow-green with an angled hem
If you want a brighter top, this one is for you. From the back, you can see the loose neckline slipping off one shoulder and the hem dropping much lower on one side.
I love this yellow-green shade with the cuffed blue jeans. There’s no need to add another bright color.
deep teal over white
Don’t want to wear a low neckline on its own? No problem!
Try a white top underneath, just like this deep teal blouse with its gathered front and flared hem.
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The dark wide-leg pants and large round pendant are worth keeping if you want to recreate the outfit.
burgundy with dark edging
I am obsessed with this burgundy and gold-colored pairing. The top has loose short sleeves, dark edging and gathers through the waist.
Try chunky bracelets with charcoal jeans to follow this look. That little pendant necklace is a pretty finishing touch.
brown V-neck and long sleeves
If you’re looking for a top without lots of extra decoration, go with this brown V-neck. The fitted middle and long, wide sleeves give you plenty of detail on their own.
Pair it with black jeans and a simple black belt like the ones here.
layered straps and little necklaces
Who says you have to skip thin straps? This black top has a white underlayer peeking out at the neckline, with both sets of straps showing.
I love the mix of short necklaces and one longer chain. Try the same combination with light-blue jeans for a simple everyday outfit.
long blue-gray button-up
Don’t want a fitted waist and want something a little looser? Look no further because this oversized button-up is for you.
The long hem sits over dark cropped wide-leg pants.
Roll the cuffs back like these, then add brown heeled boots if you want to follow the whole outfit.
pale yellow and trailing panels
How gorgeous is this pale yellow top? I am in love with the draped neckline and those long pointed panels over the jeans.
The gold-colored arm cuff is such a pretty extra. I’d keep the accessories in that same color rather than adding a necklace.
burgundy buttons and a deep V
This is another lovely burgundy option, but it’s a little different from the one above. The small buttons, neckline trim and short gathered sleeves give it lots of sweet details.
Wear it with black wide-leg pants and a brown shoulder bag to try this combination yourself.
cream patterns and a scalloped hem
I am obsessed with this little cream top. The floral pattern, ruffled sleeves and scalloped bottom edge are so cute together.
Dark flared jeans and a brown belt keep the rest simple. You could add a plain shoulder bag if you’d rather leave the pattern to the top.
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white tank and an open cardigan
If you are looking for something simple to put together, this one is for you. A white scoop-neck tank, light-blue jeans and an open cream cardigan make up the look.
I especially love the big sleeves next to the fitted tank. Leave the cardigan open to show that combination.
slanted neckline and dark jeans
This is actually one of my favorite ways to wear a plain brown top. The neckline falls off one shoulder while the long sleeves stay fitted.
Try dark high-waisted jeans and a narrow brown belt like these. A watch is enough if you don’t want lots of jewelry.
flowing sleeves and side ties
If you are looking for a top with lots of pretty details, then this one is for you. There’s a draped neckline, a slanted hem and long side ties.
I love the sheer flared sleeves against the cream pants. Add a small burgundy bag if you want to follow this dressier combination.
black blouse with gathered sides
Want a button-up that isn’t oversized? Try this black blouse with its fitted waist and short puffed sleeves.
A few buttons are left open at the top and bottom.
The large star-shaped pendant is such a fun detail. You could pair the blouse with gray jeans to keep the outfit dark.
brown cardigan and white trim
I love the white patterned cami peeking out of this dark brown cardigan. You can see it at both the neckline and the scalloped hem.
Keep a few upper buttons undone to show the underlayer. The brown pants and tie belt with a round buckle make the whole combination worth saving.
white tank and celestial details
Don’t want to leave your outfit at a plain tank and jeans? This long sheer black layer is such a pretty addition.
I love the sun and star designs scattered over it.
Try a white cropped tank and wide-leg blue jeans underneath. Add layered necklaces if you like the extra detail around the neckline.
muted green and a folded neckline
Last but definitely not least, we have this gorgeous muted green top. I am obsessed with the wide fold across the neckline!
One shoulder is bare while the long sleeves flare at the wrists.
The pale jeans and dark brown bag look lovely with this color. Keep the brown belt too if you want to try the same outfit.
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