Shop this summer's most sizzling off-the-shoulder tops

Shop this year's top catwalk trend, from high end to the highstreet we've found the best off-the-shoulder styles available now.

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We've found the best tops to update your wardrobe

If you're looking to shake up your summer wardrobe a little bit - hey, nothing wrong with floral dresses or summer dresses, but sometimes a change is nice - then we've got the perfect alternative for you.

We've already waxed lyrical about how to do the off-the-shoulder trend this summer, and now it's all about putting all that fashion advice to practice. By shopping this season's best tops of course.

While the style was one of last year's major players, this season it's gotten an update, and there's something to suit all styles.

You've got the Brigitte Bardot inspired retro styles - complete with paisley prints and floaty bell-sleeves, which you can team with high-waisted shorts or a midi skirt. Tick two trends in one by opting for a gingham print.

If you're more of a modern woman at heart, check out high-street and designer versions in bold prints and luxe silks like these Kate Spade shirts. Team those with structured culottes or palazzo trousers. And for minimalists, there are also many ways to subtly bare some skin this summer, especially if you're going down the colour-blocking route.

And of course, seeing as it's summer, there's nothing wrong with going for a white top. teamed with a white broderie anglaise full skirt, Italian style.

If you need any further convincing that this is still the number one trend this season, look to Proenza Schouler, Chloé and Austaralian label Ellery for high-fashion renderings of the off-shoulder look, from luxe silks and rich embroidery to on-trend ruffles.

Magda Buturym, Tibi and Johanna Ortiz have proved the most popular mid-priced labels, but the high street has served us well with this one too. Topshop, Warehouse, Mango and Zara have plenty of cool off-shoulder styles for purse-friendly prices.

So make the most of the heatwave and scroll down to shop our favourite off-the-shoulder tops.

Denim bardot top

Denim bardot top

Pair this with a ruffle gingham skirt.

Shop now: Denim bardot top for £16 from Tu

Pair this with a ruffle gingham skirt.

Shop now: Denim bardot top for £16 from Tu

Woolrich off the shoulder top

Woolrich off the shoulder top

We love this pretty shade of blue.

Shop now: Woolrich off the shoulder top for from Woolrich

We love this pretty shade of blue.

Shop now: Woolrich off the shoulder top for from Woolrich

Off-shoulder Blouse

Off-shoulder Blouse

Nothing says summer holidays like a tropical print.

Shop now: Off-shoulder Blouse for £14.99 from Lindex

Nothing says summer holidays like a tropical print.

Shop now: Off-shoulder Blouse for £14.99 from Lindex

ROBERTO CAVALLI Off-the-shoulder lace-up striped cotton-blend top

ROBERTO CAVALLI Off-the-shoulder lace-up striped cotton-blend top

There’s no escaping the corset trend, so kill two birds with one stone with this pick.

Shop now: ROBERTO CAVALLI Off-the-shoulder lace-up striped cotton-blend top for £424 from NET_A_PORTER

There’s no escaping the corset trend, so kill two birds with one stone with this pick.

Shop now: ROBERTO CAVALLI Off-the-shoulder lace-up striped cotton-blend top for £424 from NET_A_PORTER

Embroidered Cherry Bardot Top

Embroidered Cherry Bardot Top

Everything summer style should be.

Shop now: Embroidered Cherry Bardot Top for £29 from Topshop

Everything summer style should be.

Shop now: Embroidered Cherry Bardot Top for £29 from Topshop

TIBI Off-the-shoulder cotton-crepe top

TIBI Off-the-shoulder cotton-crepe top

Looking for a piece with a tad more longevity? Go for this classic Tibi top.

Shop now: TIBI Off-the-shoulder cotton-crepe top for £115 from THE OUTNET

Looking for a piece with a tad more longevity? Go for this classic Tibi top.

Shop now: TIBI Off-the-shoulder cotton-crepe top for £115 from THE OUTNET

Rosie Assoulin Cha Cha Top

Rosie Assoulin Cha Cha Top

Emulate flamingo dancers with this playful top.

Shop now: Rosie Assoulin Cha Cha Top for £1,488 from Moda Operandi

Emulate flamingo dancers with this playful top.

Shop now: Rosie Assoulin Cha Cha Top for £1,488 from Moda Operandi

Cream floral embroidered shirred bardot top

Cream floral embroidered shirred bardot top

For a boho take on the trend.

Shop now: Cream floral embroidered shirred bardot top for £15 from River Island

Blue Stripe Tiered Frill Bardot Top

Blue Stripe Tiered Frill Bardot Top

A great statement piece. Wear with white trousers.

Shop now: Blue Stripe Tiered Frill Bardot Top for £19.99 from New Look

A great statement piece. Wear with white trousers.

Shop now: Blue Stripe Tiered Frill Bardot Top for £19.99 from New Look

Oasis lace cold shoulder top

Oasis lace cold shoulder top

The lace trimming gives this top a luxe feel.

Shop now: Lace cold shoulder top for £15 from Oasis

The lace trimming gives this top a luxe feel.

Shop now: Lace cold shoulder top for £15 from Oasis

Jessica Off The Shoulder Top

Jessica Off The Shoulder Top

Ease into the trend with a cold shoulder style (very different, we assure you).

Shop now: Jessica Off The Shoulder Top for £85 from Whistles

Ease into the trend with a cold shoulder style (very different, we assure you).

Shop now: Jessica Off The Shoulder Top for £85 from Whistles

Balmer off the shoulder top

Balmer off the shoulder top

We’re tempted to mix things up and pair this bright top with a pleated red skirt for a bold evening look.

Shop now: Balmer off the shoulder top for £95 from Reiss

We’re tempted to mix things up and pair this bright top with a pleated red skirt for a bold evening look.

Shop now: Balmer off the shoulder top for £95 from Reiss

Off-shoulder poplin blouse

Off-shoulder poplin blouse

How lovely is this floral print?

Shop now: Off-shoulder poplin blouse for £25.99 from MANGO

How lovely is this floral print?

Shop now: Off-shoulder poplin blouse for £25.99 from MANGO

F&F Gingham Tie Sleeve Bardot Top

F&F Gingham Tie Sleeve Bardot Top

Update your wardrobe with this bargain top.

Shop now: F&F Gingham Tie Sleeve Bardot Top for £14 from Tesco

Update your wardrobe with this bargain top.

Shop now: F&F Gingham Tie Sleeve Bardot Top for £14 from Tesco

Black silk top

Black silk top

This silk top is the perfect pick if you’re looking to do the trend in a subtle way. Pair with black or white wide leg trousers for a chic evening look.

Shop now: Black silk top for £275 from Esse Vie

This silk top is the perfect pick if you’re looking to do the trend in a subtle way. Pair with black or white wide leg trousers for a chic evening look.

Shop now: Black silk top for £275 from Esse Vie

Finery EPSOM OFF SHOULDER

Finery EPSOM OFF SHOULDER

This structured top begs to be worn with bright shorts.

Shop now: Finery EPSOM OFF SHOULDER for £44.99 from Zalando

This structured top begs to be worn with bright shorts.

Shop now: Finery EPSOM OFF SHOULDER for £44.99 from Zalando

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