Mara Printed Tie Neck Top

The Mara top fits true to size with a relaxed, flowing silhouette that moves generously through the body and arms. The smocked elastic cuffs provide a gathered finish at the wrist without feeling restrictive, and the tie neck allows you to adjust how the neckline sits. If you are between sizes, size down for a more defined look or stay true to size if you prefer an airy, relaxed drape.

The Mara top is crafted from a blend of 50% rayon, 35% silk, and 15% polyester, woven into a sheer velvet burnout jacquard that gives the paisley print its dimensional, light-catching texture. Because of the silk content and the burnout construction, dry cleaning is strongly recommended to preserve the fabric's hand and pattern integrity. If you hand wash, use cool water and a gentle detergent, then lay flat to dry and keep the piece away from direct heat and sunlight.

The Mara top is an excellent choice for a cocktail party, a wedding guest occasion, or a work-to-event evening where the dress code calls for something elevated but not formal. Worn open over a silk cami and tailored trousers, it reads polished for an office lunch or daytime event; knotted at the waist over wide-leg pants or a midi skirt with heeled mules, it transitions seamlessly into evening. Swap flats for a strappy heel and add a small shoulder bag to move from a daytime garden party to a dinner reception.

The Mara top is unlined, and the velvet burnout jacquard fabric is sheer, so a layer underneath is essential. A fitted silk or satin cami in ivory or nude is the most polished choice, sitting invisibly beneath the open weave while adding opacity and a hint of contrast through the fabric. If you prefer a cleaner silhouette, a seamless bandeau or a low-cut fitted tank works equally well and keeps the focus on the ruffled neckline and balloon sleeves.

The Mara top stands apart through the combination of its sheer velvet burnout jacquard construction and the sculptural details layered on top of it: ruffled shoulders, smocked elastic cuffs, and a tie neck that can be worn loose and romantic or tied snug for a more structured finish. The white paisley print plays with light and texture in a way that reads different depending on the setting, making it a piece that shifts naturally from daytime events to evening occasions without looking like either. It is the kind of blouse that functions as a statement on its own while still pairing effortlessly with the rest of your wardrobe.