Tops All Have Their Own Definition

When buying shirts, you may be looking for a specific shirt style but have a hard time finding one. That can be because you don't know all the names of all the different styles of shirts out there. Shirts come in various styles, and each type has certain features that make a shirt fall into that particular style.  

Bandeau

A bandeau top is a band that is designed to cover only the breasts. They are similar to tube tops, but tube tops are generally wider than a bandeau and provide more coverage. A bandeau has no straps and no sleeves. They are generally made out of some stretchy material so that they can be pulled on over the head, and the material's elasticity helps keep the bandeau top on. Some bandeau tops have breast cups built in, so they can give some support to people who need that support. The cups can also add some structure to the bandeau top and can make the bandeau able to be decorated without falling down. 

Batwing 

A batwing top gets its name from how the sleeves are set into the body. Instead of having a distinct armhole that the sleeves are connected to, the bottoms of the sleeves are attached further down the shirt's body. When the wearer lifts their arms, it looks like they have batwings. Because of how the sleeves are set into the shirt, they are usually long or 3/4 length sleeves. The body of the shirt can be either tight or loose-fitting. 

Peplum

A peplum top is usually fitted to the waist. The shirt then flares at the waist from a band to end up loosely down by the hips. The peplum itself can be very flowy, or it can be more fitted. These tops look good on most people and can give a person the look of an hourglass figure, especially when paired with a fitted bottom. People who feel a little self-conscious about their midsection may like the disguising aspect of the peplum. 

If you are out looking for a specific kind of shirt, it helps to know the style's name. It can be hard to find the shirt you want if you can't describe it to the salespeople. Check out the various types and see how each style is defined. That will help you find the shirt you are looking for, whether you are looking online or going to a brick-and-mortar store.  

For more information, contact a local company like GSTQ.

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