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By Malene Birger Ella Smocked Knit Top

Name: By Malene Birger Ella Smocked Knit Top
Brand: By Malene Birger
SKU: 103915
Price: 350.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Malene Birger

$350.00

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Product Insights & Style Tips

By Malene Birger Ella Smocked Knit Top, Moda Operandi, brings a quiet, city-smart polish to knitwear. The knit feels refined and tactile, with smocked detailing adding dimension without bulk. It reads modern and feminine, a restrained statement that fits seamlessly into elevated everyday looks.

Layering feels intuitive: the smocked texture suggests gentle shaping that moves with you, whether tucked into a tailored pant, worn over a cami with a sleek skirt, or peeking out beneath a sharp blazer. It sits close enough to layer confidently over other pieces while staying comfortable through day to night transitions, making denim weekends and office hours feel equally effortless.

By Malene Birger is known for feminine, polished knitwear with a contemporary edge, and this Ella top echoes that code. Style it with clean tailoring for a refined finish, or let the texture do the talking with a minimal bottom and simple accessories for a modern, grown-up look.

Materials / Fabrication

Smocked knit fabric
Knit top design
Brand: Malene Birger
Model: Ella Smocked Knit Top

Recommended Care

Hand wash cold or machine wash on gentle cycle with mild detergent
Do not bleach
Reshape while damp and lay flat to dry to prevent distortion of the smocked texture
Avoid wringing or twisting
If ironing is necessary, use low heat and a press cloth or opt for light steaming

Fit Notes

This is a knit top with smocked detailing.
Smocked knit detailing adds texture to the silhouette.
Category is knitwear, indicating a layerable, everyday top.

Styling Tips

Wear it with pants to balance the knit's texture and keep the silhouette clean.
Finish with flats to maintain a streamlined, day-ready line that won't compete with the smocked detail.
Carry a shoulder bag to anchor the outfit without drawing attention from the top's texture.

Style Check

Aesthetics: 9/10

Striking, textural silhouette elevates a modern wardrobe with the signature By Malene Birger approach. The smocked knit creates tactile depth and a subtly sculpted line that reads editorial yet wearable. Clean color, refined knit, and restrained volume give it a bold presence without shouting, making it easy to style across nights and days.

Craftsmanship: 7/10

Exquisite knit texture with precise shirred panels communicates tailored craftsmanship. The smocking reads clean and controlled, with even tension and uninterrupted seams that travel gracefully along the bodice. Finishing touches feel luxe, from neat hems to subtle ribbing, signaling a product built for longevity rather than fast fashion fads.

Affordability: $$$

The cost aligns with its design and brand positioning, delivering a luxe knit with distinctive smocked detailing that elevates everyday edits. While the price sits at a premium for a knit top, the visible texture, refined tailoring, and timeless versatility justify the investment for a modern, editorial wardrobe.

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About By Malene Birger

By Malene Birger is a Danish fashion brand that is known for its modern, effortless styles. By Malene Birger is one of Copenhagen's iconic fashion houses, offering relaxed silhouettes, constructed with beautiful fabrics and handcrafted details. With its current Creative Director Mathilde Torp Mader, the fashion label takes in Scandinavian design principles and focuses on design and wearability. Shop the latest collection from By Malene Birger, ranging in dresses to shirts, pants and outerwear.