STAUD Ava Stripe Tie Front Linen Top

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The STAUD Ava Stripe Tie Front Linen Top is summer in a shirt—playful stripes meet the light flick of linen, channeling that easy, mid-July energy whether you’re poolside or pacing city streets. Rows of crisp, optimistic color ripple across the surface, while the all-linen construction keeps things breathable, light, and a little undone. The V-neckline and tie-front closure add just the right hint of flirt, giving a nod to vintage coastal style without feeling too retro. It’s effortless yet intentional, the kind of piece you reach for when you want a look that’s sun-kissed but still sharp.

This top drapes with a natural looseness, grazing the body while the front tie brings shape right where you want it. Short sleeves add coverage but stay cool, and the open neckline frames jewelry and skin in equal measure. It can slip over a bikini for a late afternoon dip, or top off tailored shorts for midday errands—layer it under a slouchy blazer when the sun drops and the mood shifts. Side tie lets you tweak the fit depending on what you’re layering beneath, and the pure linen weave moves effortlessly from steamy afternoons to crisp, air-conditioned interiors.

STAUD consistently delivers that sweet spot between West Coast insouciance and grown-up, gallery-going polish; the Ava top nails that formula. Pair it with crisp white denim for an uptown-lazy vibe, or clash prints for a nod to the season’s dopamine dressing—it has the versatility and mood-boosting energy that STAUD does best.