Late last year, a friend bought me an ivory silk sleepshirt as an engagement gift; it’s the prettiest and most comfortable garment I’ve ever worn. I am, however, a notoriously sweaty sleeper—and have yet to wear it for its intended purpose as a result. Serendipitously, the PJs-as-outerwear trend resurfaced last fall, granting me permission to take my silk to the streets. I’ve since amassed a sizable collection of satiny button-downs, and I’m hardly alone in my love for the classic shirt style: Martha Stewart and Pamela Anderson recently stepped out in loungewear-inspired button-ups (Anderson even paired hers with corresponding silk pants).
Personally? I like to pair silk tops with structured jeans and chunky gold jewelry—an easy formula that yields an effortlessly stylish, well-constructed outfit in seconds. So, in anticipation of spring, I combed my favorite retailers in search of the chicest silk blouses. Below, see the 11 picks I’m eyeing—and inevitably buying—from $25.
Silk Blouses for Spring:
- $114-Off: Banana Republic the Perfect Silk Shirt, $36 (Originally $150); bananarepublic.com
- Madewell Cobalt Silk Flap-Pocket Button-Up Shirt, $80 (Originally $148); madewell.com
- Secretly PJs: Ekouaer Long-Sleeve Button-Down Silk Set, $25 with coupon (Originally $40); amazon.com
- Lilysilk Tailored Button-Down Silk Shirt, $157 (Originally $174); nordstrom.com
- Bardot Solita Satin Ombre Blouse, $80 (Originally $119); anthropologie.com
- Editor’s Pick: Lilysilk Silk Blouse With Sheer Sleeves, $219; amazon.com
- Open Edit Long-Sleeve Satin Button-Up Shirt $60; nordstrom.com
- Timelessly Elegant: Acler Kellett Belted Blouse, $395; anthropologie.com
- Alice + Olivia Willa Silk Graphic Shirt, $280 with code FORYOU (Originally $350); saksfifthavenue.com
- Quince Washable Stretch Silk Short-Sleeve Blouse, $70; quince.com
- (Not-So-Basic) Spring Floral: L’Agence Dani Floral Silk Charmeuse Blouse, $380; nordstrom.com
Banana Republic the Perfect Shirt
Banana Republic
As its name implies, this blouse leaves little room for complaint. Washable, 100 percent silk fabric promises an ultra-soft skinfeel (and hassle-free laundering), while a relatively roomy torso works both untucked and in a casual French tuck. Moreover, the relaxed fit accommodates larger busts more comfortably than that of a more tailored, traditional blouse. Snag it for over $100 off before word of this double discount spreads.
Madewell Silk Flap Pocket Button-Up Shirt
Madewell
Madewell’s bold cobalt blouse adds a head-turning element to even the simplest of outfits, and its relaxed silhouette—which grazes the hips—works with an array of bottoms: Pair it untucked with simple linen pants for a breezy, cool-girl vibe or tuck it into tailored denim trousers for an effortless polish. Made from 100 percent silk, it’s pajama-level comfortable and luxurious. Two roomy flap pockets boost both form and function, making it a win in all domains.
Ekouaer Long-Sleeve Button-Down Silk Set
Amazon
Anderson’s aforementioned obsidian silk set has inspired me to follow suit. This lookalike from one of my go-to Amazon brands boasts a satiny skinfeel and luminous sheen on par with options three times its price. Complete with a pajama-style lapel, breast pocket, and subtle stripe detailing at the cuffs, it exudes timeless glamour. Snooze in the set or strut à la Anderson in a pair of embellished pumps.
Lilysilk Tailored Button-Down Silk Shirt
Nordstrom
Of all the silkwear I’ve tried, pieces from celebrity-worn brand Lilysilk have been my most frequently worn—and have held up beautifully in spite of good use. This understated, timeless option has the makings of a years-long wardrobe staple with a waist-grazing silhouette that’s both flattering and easy to style for work, weekends, and cozy catchups on the couch. I’m eyeing the neutral black option for its seasonless appeal and endless pairing possibilities.
Shop more stylish silk shirts, below.
Bardot Solita Satin Ombre Blouse
Anthropologie
Lilysilk Silk Blouse With Sheer Sleeves
Amazon
Open Edit Long-Sleeve Satin Button-Up Shirt
Nordstrom
Acler Kellett Belted Blouse
Anthropologie
Alice + Olivia Willa Silk Graphic Shirt
Saks Fifth Avenue
Quince Washable Stretch Silk Short-Sleeve Blouse
Quince
L’Agence Dani Floral Silk Charmeuse Blouse
Nordstrom
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