Dresses are wonderful, but this beautiful shirt trend is set to be equally popular for summer 2026.
As we begin to think about our summer wardrobes each year, it's only natural that dresses are the first thing that comes to mind. We can always rely on brands to offer a wide array of beautiful dresses each summer, but let's not overlook the lovely summer tops. Personally, I prefer to buy a top rather than a dress, as I tend to wear tops more frequently with skirts, shorts, trousers, and jeans. If you're looking to shop for stylish new tops while staying on-trend this summer, scarf tops are the style to focus on. I noticed this trend emerging last summer when fashionable individuals began wearing scarves in various ways: looping them around their waists, styling them in their hair, and, of course, wearing them as tops.
Scarf tops can vary greatly, from oversized silk scarves folded and worn as tops, to flowy tops with attached scarves, to satin tops featuring unique prints, and draped-neck halter tops made from silky materials. Many items qualify as scarf tops, and all are fashionable and quite attractive. Before the best options sell out, I’ve curated a selection of the most beautiful scarf tops available. Continue reading to shop my favorites.
Reformation
Una Silk Scarf Top
DÔEN
Amalia Floral-Print Cotton-Voile Top
ZARA
Satin Effect Halter Top
Free People
So Silk Bandana
POSSE
Solene Asymmetric Draped Ruched Georgette Top
Enza Costa
Fluid Twill Scarf Top
LOULOU DE SAISON
Wilma Twisted Silk-Twill Top
J.Crew
Cotton Voile Bandana Top in Paisley Print
ZARA
Fringe Scarf Halter Top
Prada
Printed Silk Twill Halter Top
Staud
Liora Printed Silk Cowlneck Halter Top
ESSE STUDIOS
Cartia Tie-Detailed Backless Satin Halterneck Top
Helmut Lang
Silk Scarf Draped Top
SIR
Destino Cropped Striped Silk-Crepe Halterneck Top
AJE
Capture One-Shoulder Draped Top
SIMKHAI
Samira Satin Cape Top
Wilfred
Martini Satin Halter Blouse
Faithfull
Sotto Printed Top
Reformation
Reese Silk Top
& Other Stories
Scarf-Neck Silk Top
Tory Burch
Printed Silk Cape Top
ASTR the Label
Joleisa Top
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