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Top Teen Shopping Picks for the Week

I have a passion for teen clothes. Even though I'm past the point of bright short-shorts and spaghetti-strapped tank tops, I do love to buy them for others. And point everyone in the direction of great pieces! If you need a few ideas when shopping with a teen or if you are heading out for spring break vacation, you should take a look at some basic tops I hunted out at Wet Seal, with both "Dressing Up" and "Dressing Up" options for each!

My favorite tops this season are bright and fun. I love the extra patterns like checks, plaids, and even a little extra embroidery. With a simple skirt, your designs pop, and with something more refined, these bargain-rate pieces look a lot more costly. Take a look at what I've found for you.

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Surplus Plaid Babydoll Top, $15.50

The Plaid Babydoll Top from Wetseal is as stylish as it is affordable. It has a cool country flair but somehow manages to be at home with both denim and linen. Simple lines best complement this busy piece, so dig up some short shorts or a mini.

Dress It Up

Linen High Waist Shorts

These high-waisted shorts give your top a very blousy effect, which looks very cute with strappy sandals and an anklet! If you're the bikini type, this top works well with string types as well as your basic halters in plain coordinating colors.

Dress It Down

Perry Solid Short

Simple, fun shorts get you an "A+" every single time! Don't be afraid to push the envelope with some awesomely cool (and tiny) shorts that beg to be slipped on for pool lounging and couch lounging, too.

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Striped Bra Cup Cami, $15.50 How I adore this striped piece! If you're looking for something to maximize that bust or something to show off a little pre- spring break bronzing, I recommend this find from Wet Seal. It even has lightly padded bra cups for that extra boost!


Dress It Up

Satin Trim Trousers

There's no reason why something colorful shouldn't be paired with something very chic. You'll highlight the rainbow of colors in your top, while making it look like a little more refined. Perfect for hot nights out on spring break or layered underneath a wrap cardigan for work, with just the hem showing for a splash of color.

Dress It Down

Julie Skinny Jean

These jeans are basic and easy. Pull them on with flip flops on a day after the fun when you need to wing down. They're shapely but with a touch of stretch for ease.

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Embroidered Two-Pocket Tank Top, $22.50

Why not choose a top that's a little on the crunchy side this spring? This blue tank top comes encrusted with decorative designs and spells "F.U.N." It's definitely layering-worthy as well.


Dress It Up

High Waist Mini Thought that this top had a hippie vibe? Not anymore! You've joined the international jet-set crowd when you combine a bright white, trendy skirt with this soft pastel piece. Consider wearing it with a silk scarf, too.


Dress It Down

Brooklyn Bright Mini Rainbow bright, indeed! This skirt provides a welcome juxtaposition to your usual softer pastel wardrobe for springs. Take this top in another direction and see how things go.

Meieli Sawyer Detoni

Shirts Shapes for Everybody

Do you ever wonder exactly what type of shirt flatters you best? I definitely do. I have shirts that I love but I know that they could look better. . . and I wear them anyway. But I’ve made a promise to myself to start from the ground up. Instead of purchasing lots of tops without considering my shape, I’m going to pay much more attention from now on. Being conscious of what I want to flaunt cuts down a lot of “decision time” in the morning, which is always welcome in my book.

I’ve made a list of what style tops match with your body type—for your time and style’s sake, of course!

Square
Are you more of the “straight up and down” type? Even if you’re not a girly girl, aim for a few extra trimmings anyway. You can add a few extra inches in the bustline with ruffles and frills, and they don’t need to be lace either—aim for cool khakis or rust tones if you aren’t into very feminine styles.

Top Heavy
Are you busty? First of all, lucky you. Plenty of women would kill to take your place. Flaunt what you have and don’t be afraid to choose fitted items. The catch? Layering and careful choices make or break your lovely figure.

Choose tops with a v-neck to lengthen your neck and add a little peek-a-boo mystery to your neckline. A plunging neckline isn’t necessary, though: you can layer a brief tank underneath your tops if you love the silhouette but not that muck skin showing. Other tops that look great have a slightly higher waist—like an empire waisted one—or have an equally deep scoop neck.

Pear Shaped
When you are pear shaped, you should really stay on the lookout for how the hemline of your top hits your body. Look for tops that either land slightly below or above your hip so that you aren’t emphasizing your width. Tunic styles will glide around your hips with ease.

Apple Shaped
If your figure is largest around the middle, don’t disguise it in baggy tees. Certain fabric types are your friends, and that includes thicker jerseys and cotton that have enough of an a-line shape to glide around your midsection. Find a top that hugs your bust slightly to add more shape, and don’t forget to find a shirt that’s long enough!

After all this closet cleaning, I have an excuse to go shopping again!

by Meieli Sawyer Detoni