Climbing Vine Embroidered Peplum Top — Black Stripe

Black and white is supposed to be simple. This top had other plans.
A classic black-and-white pin-stripe cotton forms the base — structured, graphic, almost monochrome. And then the embroidery arrives like an uninvited garden: climbing vines in burnt orange weave upward from the yoke, carrying leaves and buds in every colour that shouldn't work together but somehow does — magenta, lime green, red, yellow, olive, lavender, and pink, all tumbling over each other in cheerful disorder.
The boat neckline is wide and flattering, sitting just at the collarbone. Below the densely embroidered yoke, the fabric gathers into soft pleats that fall into a breezy A-line peplum shape. The three-quarter bell sleeves echo the same flowy energy — they open outward with a gentle flare that moves as you move. The body below the yoke is left clean and unembroidered, letting the stripes run uninterrupted and the top half do all the talking.
This is the top for the woman who wears black but refuses to be boring. Pair it with black pants for a monochrome-with-a-twist look, or with blue jeans for something more relaxed. Either way, the embroidery will start conversations you didn't plan to have.

Product Details

Silhouette: Peplum / A-line, relaxed fit with pleated body
Neckline: Boat neck / wide round neck
Yoke: Dense multi-colour climbing vine embroidery — magenta, red, lime green, olive, yellow, lavender, pink, orange
Body: Plain black & white pin-stripe (no embroidery below yoke)
Sleeves: Three-quarter bell sleeves, plain striped
Length: Hip-length / tunic-length
Fabric: Cotton (woven stripe)
Colour: Black & White Stripe with multi-colour embroidery
Craft: Hand embroidery — lazy daisy leaves, chain stitch vines, satin stitch buds
Occasion: Casual, office, brunch, weekend, evening outings, college, travel
Wash Care: Machine wash cold with like colours. Do not bleach. Dry in shade. Iron on reverse at low heat.

Styling Notes

The black base makes this effortlessly versatile. Black skinny jeans or straight pants create a sleek monochrome silhouette that lets the embroidery be the only colour in the room. Blue denim softens the look for daytime. For a bolder outfit, try it with white wide-leg pants — the stripes and the white create a high-contrast base that makes the embroidery colours explode. Keep jewellery minimal — a thin gold chain is all you need. The embroidery is already doing plenty.

FAQ

What colours are in the embroidery?
The vine embroidery uses at least 8 colours: burnt orange (stems), magenta, hot pink, red, lime green, olive green, yellow, and lavender. The variety is what gives it the "wild garden" effect — no two vines use exactly the same colour combination.
Is the embroidery only on the front?
The dense vine embroidery covers the yoke area on the front. The back and body are plain black-and-white stripe.
Is this top see-through?
No. The woven cotton stripe has good opacity, especially in this dark colourway.
How does it fit?
The top is fitted at the shoulders and yoke, then gathers into a relaxed A-line peplum below. It's meant to skim the body, not cling to it. If you prefer a closer fit, consider sizing down.
Can I wear this to the office?
Yes — the black-and-white base reads professional, and the embroidery adds personality without being too loud for a workplace. It pairs particularly well with tailored black trousers.
Is this similar to the maroon peplum top?
Same silhouette family (peplum A-line with bell sleeves), but a completely different personality. The maroon top has geometric butis scattered across the entire body. This one concentrates all the colour in the yoke embroidery and leaves the body clean — it's a more focused, graphic look.