Susan Callaghan · The Blog
A note from Susan

A wardrobe full of tops.
And still nothing you feel like wearing?

Meet Julie: a little pattern, a softer shape, and six thoughtful details that make everyday outfits feel considered again.

You open the wardrobe. The trousers are easy. The shoes are by the door. It’s the top that takes three changes before you’ve even had your tea.

Something plain feels a little too plain. Something dressy feels like too much for lunch. And the blouse you love on the hanger asks for more patience than you have this morning.

Julie is for that space in between: a relaxed blouse with an artistic dot print, a ruffled tie neckline and softly puffed three-quarter sleeves. Enough detail to make an outfit. Easy enough to wear with the pieces already waiting in your wardrobe.

Julie blouse — The Julie blouse. A closer look at an everyday outfit with a little more personality.
The Julie blouse. A closer look at an everyday outfit with a little more personality.

It’s currently A$69.95 with 70% off. But a saving only matters if you can picture yourself wearing it. So here are the six details worth looking at first.

See Julie · A$69.95

Eight colours · Sizes S–3XL · Choose your options on the product page

Keep the jeans you love. Give them a top that makes the outfit feel fresh.

1. Room through the middle. Shape in the details.

A blouse can have a relaxed shape and still look put together. Julie’s fluid drape gives you an easy line through the body, while the neckline and sleeves bring the detail.

Wear it loose over trousers, or try a small front tuck with denim. The outfit can look intentional without every inch being fitted. Check the size chart to choose the amount of room you prefer.

Julie blouse — The relaxed shape through the body is part of the design.
The relaxed shape through the body is part of the design.

2. A neckline you can style your way.

The V-neck has a narrow ruffle and a lace-up tie, so the finishing touch is yours. Tie a soft bow for a neater look, or let the ties hang loose for a more relaxed finish.

It frames the neckline without needing a statement necklace. Small earrings, your usual glasses, and you’re on your way.

Julie blouse — The ruffled V-neck and tie detail, up close.
The ruffled V-neck and tie detail, up close.

3. Sleeves with a little presence.

Julie’s three-quarter sleeves have gentle volume and a ruffled cuff. They add a soft finish to a simple outfit, with a shorter length than a full sleeve.

It’s a considered detail for days when you want some arm coverage and a lighter look. A watch or a favourite bracelet finishes it beautifully.

Take a closer look at Julie

4. The print does the outfit planning.

The irregular dot print gives the blouse interest before you add a single accessory. In the blue version shown here, blue and sandy tones sit easily alongside familiar wardrobe colours.

Try white trousers and tan sandals for lunch. Denim and flats for a casual day. You can keep the rest simple because the blouse already brings a focal point.

Julie blouse — Style suggestion: simple trousers and understated accessories.
Style suggestion: simple trousers and understated accessories.

5. Soft-touch fabric for everyday plans.

Julie is described in the product details as lightweight and breathable, with a soft touch and a fluid drape. It brings an easy feel to the blouse’s more decorative details.

Wear it on its own, or add your usual layer when the day calls for one. From coffee to a family catch-up, it gives you a starting point you can dress around.

Julie blouse — Artistic dots and soft detailing give Julie its character.
Artistic dots and soft detailing give Julie its character.

6. Choose the colour you’ll actually reach for.

There are eight colour options and sizes S–3XL. Blue, Pink, Black, Brown, Purple, Misty Blue, Green or Orange: start with the trousers you wear most, then pick your blouse.

And before choosing a size, compare the product page’s bust, sleeve and length measurements with a blouse you already like. A familiar size letter is a starting point; the measurements are more useful.

Julie blouse — One more look at the blouse before choosing your colour and size.
One more look at the blouse before choosing your colour and size.

Picture it with what you already own.

For a casual day

  • Your favourite blue jeans
  • Flats or simple sandals
  • Julie worn loose, ties relaxed

For lunch out

  • White or neutral trousers
  • Small earrings and tan shoes
  • A soft bow at the neckline

You don’t need a whole new wardrobe to try something different. Start with one blouse you can imagine wearing with two or three things you already own.

The price, plainly.

Julie is A$69.95, reduced from A$233.17 with the 70% off offer. That’s A$163.22 less than the listed comparison price.

Choose it for the way you want to wear it: the relaxed drape, the softly detailed neckline, the print that brings your everyday trousers to life.

Julie blouse — Julie — Soft-Touch Lace-Up V-Neck Blouse.
Julie — Soft-Touch Lace-Up V-Neck Blouse.
The blouse in this journal

Julie — Soft-Touch Lace-Up V-Neck Blouse

A$233.17A$69.9570% OFF
  • Ruffled lace-up V-neck
  • Relaxed drape through the body
  • Three-quarter puff sleeves
  • Eight colours · Sizes S–3XL
Choose your colour & size

View current options, size measurements, delivery and returns on the store before ordering.

Before you choose.

How should I choose my size?

Open the size chart on the product page. Compare the bust, sleeve and length measurements with a blouse you like, allowing for your preferred fit.

Which colours can I choose from?

Blue, Pink, Black, Brown, Purple, Misty Blue, Green and Orange. Check the product page for current options in your preferred size. This article shows the existing blue-blouse imagery.

Where can I check delivery and returns?

Review the store’s current shipping and return policies before ordering. Delivery charges and the final order total are shown during checkout.

Susan Callaghan · The Blog. Prices are in Australian dollars. Check the Julie & Claire product page for the current offer, size measurements and available options.