15 Pretty Under-$40 Blouses That’ll Keep You Cool in the Southern Heat

Humidity, heat, sweat—these are not favorable terms but the reality of the Southern heat. And with so many summer occasions, and of course those who work in an office, you can’t just wear a loose T-shirt and tank top everywhere. That simply will not do. Instead, you can find easy-to-wear, short-sleeve tops that look elevated but are lightweight and breezy right on Amazon. 

With deals starting at just $15, you can shop a myriad of designs, patterns, and lengths that cover every occasion, errand, and office visit.

15 Short-Sleeve Blouses For Summer At Amazon

• PrettyGarden Short-Sleeve Blouse, $24.28 with coupon (orig. $26.98)
• Zeagoo Floral Print Crewneck Smocked Puff Short-Sleeve Shirt, $17.98 with coupon (orig. $24.99)
• Dokotoo Ruffle Short-Sleeve Crewneck Shirt, $16.99 ($21.99)
• Verdusa Casual Tie-Back Dolman Sleeve Mock-Neck Blouse, $28.99
• Soojun Cotton Linen Round Collar Blouse, $19.99
• Dokotoo Casual V-Neck Button-Down Shirt, $28.99
• PrettyGarden Summer Knit Cardigan, $37.99
• Merokeety V-Neck Ruffle Short-Sleeve Blouse, starting at $23.80 with coupon (orig. $37.99)
• PrettyGarden Crewneck Lace Crochet Short-Sleeve Blouse, $26.59 with coupon (orig. $27.99)
• PrettyGarden Ruffle Short-Sleeve Crewneck Blouse, $24.99
• Wiholl Casual Ruffle-Trim Sleeve Square-Neck T-Shirt, $23.39 with coupon (orig. $25.99)
• Bmjl Womens White Blouses Chiffon Ruffle Short Sleeve, $19.99
• Mirol Women's Cap-Sleeve Striped Top, $14.99 with coupon (orig. $19.99)
• Samefar Blouses for Women Dressy Casual Pleated Crewneck, $19.54 with coupon (orig. $22.99)
• SimpleFun Women Boho Shirts Floral Ruffle Short Sleeve, $22.89 with coupon (orig. $24.89)

PrettyGarden Short-Sleeve Blouse

Dressy but easy-to-wear, this PrettyGarden blouse has a relaxed fit that won’t stick to you in the Southern heat. The V-neck silhouette along with the cross cap-sleeve design adds an elevated detail to what would be an otherwise simple top. Plus, the darling buttons are the final touch that makes it look far more expensive than its on-sale price. 

Zeagoo Floral Print Crewneck Smocked Puff Short-Sleeve Shirt

You can never go wrong with a delicate floral pattern for summer. Combine that with a lightweight, gauzy material, and you’ll be breezing through warm temperatures. This crewneck blouse features tiny pleats for some soft texture, as well as a slightly puffed sleeve that ends with a ruffle detail. Best part? Shoppers say it wears wrinkle free! 

Dokotoo Ruffle Short-Sleeve Crewneck Shirt

Style this bold green top with a pair of crisp white jeans—you’re all set. The 100 percent cotton top features a relaxed crew neckline and has a two-tiered ruffle sleeve for some fun movement. It comes in six different colors, ranging from classic beige and black shades to poppier ones like an electric blue and striking rose. Shoppers who are a little conscious of their arms especially love the fluttered sleeves, further mentioning they are “happy with how this skims [their] body.” 

Verdusa Casual Tie-Back Dolman Sleeve Mock-Neck Blouse 

Loose, flowy, and generous sleeves are an easy way to win through the summer heat. This top is made of polyester, so it’s already easy to maintain and thin enough to get the wind flowing through as needed. But the design is what sets this top apart: with a mock neck and bow detail in the back, you get the elegance of structure with the comfort of a generous fit and length. 

Soojun Cotton Linen Round Collar Blouse

A simple white blouse is a must-have for a summer wardrobe. This one by Soojun is made of a cotton-linen blend that’s perfect for the heat and has a boatneck design with wide sleeves for better ventilation. “These shirts are fantastic for hot weather travel!” shared one shopper who gave it five stars. “It’s roomy enough to hide my tummy and keep the breezes flowing, but not too loose.” And though linen usually means lots of wrinkles, shoppers have noted that they haven’t had too many wrinkles with this top. 

Dokotoo Casual V-Neck Button-Down Shirt

Available in 12 different shades, this Dokotoo button-down shirt is a classic piece that can be easily styled with any bottom. Wear it buttoned up for a sleek look or open it up and wear it over a white tank for a more casual vibe. The boxy cut and wide, cuffed short sleeves make it an easy choice for summer, since you’ll have all the room and ventilation to keep you cool. 

PrettyGarden Summer Knit Cardigan

This very lady-like cardigan is perfectly aligned to the trendy cardigans we’ve been seeing all over. And while cardigans can make a look feel stuffy, this one features a perforated knit design that makes it look appropriate for warmer temps. Button it up all the way to wear it as a top on its own, or wear it over a cute sundress for some added coverage. We especially love the gold buttons that make it look more expensive than it is. 

Merokeety V-Neck Ruffle Short-Sleeve Blouse

With flowy sleeves and a modest V-neck cut, this Merokeety is a shopper favorite that’s racked up more than 1,360 five-star ratings. “The dotted Swiss fabric is the perfect weight to be a good summer top and is not see through at all,” shared one shopper who likes wearing it tucked and untucked. Shop this cute top in 21 different colors, ranging from a powder blue to a yellow ginger shade.

PrettyGarden Crewneck Lace Crochet Short-Sleeve Blouse

It’s all in the details with this PrettyGarden blouse that has a perfectly understated lace detail on the short sleeves. The tiny pom poms on the lace are a sweet addition to an otherwise simple crewneck top, and the white contrast makes it a great refreshing look for summer. Even shoppers with larger busts find the shirt comfortable. “It is very cute and cool for warm weather,” shared one customer. “I bought a large, I am usually a size 10 top with a 38C chest. I would buy it again.”

PrettyGarden Ruffle Short-Sleeve Crewneck Blouse

Prettygarden knows how to make simple tops interesting, especially with this one. Combining the texture of swiss dots and a fun wrap cap sleeve design, this lightweight blouse is easy to wear and style. Wear it over your favorite pair of white jeans, or tuck it into a high-wasted pencil skirt for a great office look. 

Wiholl Casual Ruffle-Trim Sleeve Square-Neck T-Shirt

You can never go wrong with stripes for summer. The square neckline on this shirt is just low enough to be flattering while still being a little modest and would look great styled with denim shorts. The short sleeves are also slightly on the longer side for a bit more coverage there, too. Plus, the elastic at the hem of the sleeve keeps it in place. “Great coral color, soft fabric, great length and width,” shared one shopper who said they finally found a shirt they love. 

Bmjl Womens White Blouses Chiffon Ruffle Short Sleeve

Made of a lightweight chiffon material, this blouse can be a multiplayer and worn casually with jeans or with a pair of full-length wide trousers for a more business-appropriate look. It features a split V-neck design and ruffled sleeves and a split hem that gives you the extra length for a perfect French tuck. The white is classic for the summer, but you can find it in 23 other shades, ranging from a bright pink to pastel blue. 

Mirol Women's Cap-Sleeve Striped Top

Black and white stripes go with everything. This Mirol knit top in particular looks especially classic with the thicker collar hem. The cap sleeves cover your shoulders just the right amount and the length hits right at your waist for a sleek look. And according to shoppers, the knit material washes and dries in a washing machine and dryer perfectly.

Samefar Blouses for Women Dressy Casual Pleated Crewneck

Great for more of a formal outing, this Samefar short-sleeve blouse has a pleated detail in the front that gives it more texture and shape. The sleeves are ever-so-slightly puffed, too. The polyester-spandex blend ensures that you’ll have a breezy top for summer that’s also comfortable to wear under other clothes. “I ordered this for work to wear under blazers and cardigans,” shared one shopper. They deemed it “perfect for work,” saying that “this blouse fit perfectly with plenty of room without feeling baggy.”

SimpleFun Women Boho Shirts Floral Ruffle Short Sleeve

Center your outfit around this floral top that comes in 15 eye-catching patterns and colors. It features fluttered short sleeves and a mock neck with a ruffled trim, all of which creates a very classic yet cute silhouette. And while we recommend it for summer, according to shoppers, they’re able to wear it throughout the winter months under jackets and sweaters. “It thus becomes a year-round addition to my wardrobe with its lightweight fabric in summer months. Bonus buy!” one shopper wrote.