You know that piece of clothing that automatically pulls your look from an abyss and sends your outfit to destination fabulous? Well that’s exactly what a statement top can do to your silhouette, should you follow the game’s rules.

So what is really a statement top? It’s a little something that can make or break an outfit, be it with its puffed sleeves, its asymmetrical cuts or its extravagant ornaments. Whatever it is, if it’s out there, it’s statement-worthy. For example, the statement-sleeve trend has been really amassing a huge following, what with its uncanny knack to add a little zest to your average-bottoms. Another statement-worthy style is the one-shoulder top that can take you from day to night in sheer fabulousness. At the end of the day, it all depends on your styles and preferences. The trick here is to play with colors, cuts and most importantly the matching game. Always make sure you match your statement tops in accordance with your bottoms; i.e., if your top is too voluminous, your best bet would be an A-line skirt or some skinny jeans. If you’re wearing a body-grazing top with statement sleeves, then by all means, go all out in terms of trousers, skirts or shorts.

That said, we’ve scoured a few of the best statement tops out there!

Article Written by Cindy Menassa