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Tunics in Bloom this Spring

April 30, 2005 by Designer Ella

Bust a tunic! Sorry, it’s a catchy jingle. Tunics are really hot this spring, as we can observe by the Old Navy item ad seen in every must-see television program. It’s also really plain to see why tunics are in, they’re the best looking tops of the season; flattering for all figures. The longer length covers bellies, and many styles have rouching over the stomach, which slims pooches! It’s a more grown up look than the teeny (as in tiny and as in “for teens”) tank tops, but there are many cute options, so you can look appropriate for whatever age you are.

Tunics are truly an item “for all the ladies out there.” But the store that “busted it” for many, Old Navy, sells a collection that is, well, busted. Old Navy’s tunics are either plain, just plain ugly, in atrocious colors, or look like ethnic pajama tops.

$Tunics - Delia\'s Lissa Top - Pink - Purple - Rouching - Ties$ There are definitely options for really attractive tunics. They don’t always come with the label tunic, but it’s a good thing, for the styles vary. They all carry the attractive long waist. My two favorite stores for tunics are Express and Delia’s (two distinct stores for different ages and price groups!)

Express’s website is a little tough to use (although has a fun “changing room”) and doesn’t have a wide selection of tops, but the store (at a good mall) is a goldmine of absolutely beautiful shirts and tanks in many styles, colors, and embellishments. My favorite from the website is the Embellished Blouson Camisole, which even comes in one of this season’s hottest shades: a turquoise, plus it is embellished with gold beads.

Delia’s has a diverse selection of many pretty tops that fit this category. Shop both Tunics and all Tops. I like the flattering Mailee Tunic, the fancy Bianca Top, and the rouched Lissa Top.

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