2021 Is the Time to Give Statement Collars a Chance

Blame lawless style king Harry Styles, the late icon Ruth Bader Ginsburg, or your great-aunt Ethel: Statement collars are still having a moment. From runways of Gucci and Ganni to the feeds of your favorite style bloggers, Pilgrim collars, beaded bibs, and party necklines are ubiquitous—which is no surprise considering we rely on fashion from the chest up in an era ruled by Zoom. But opting for a frilly top doesn’t have to mean constricting yourself to a stiff blouse or shift dress, because brands are meeting us at our sartorial safe space, adding whimsical frills to cozy sweatshirts and cardigans (a.k.a. our work-from-home uniforms).

If you’re looking to infuse your wardrobe with a dose of playfulness after a year that was anything but lighthearted, this whimsical trend is for you—and it can be worn via retro button-downs, baby-doll tops, ruffly sweaters, and more. Ahead, shop 15 tops with statement collars that tackle the trend in an approachable way.