Big Girl’s Blouse – a weak, cowardly or oversensitive man. Oxford Dictonary
So, Boris Johnson called Jeremy Corbyn a “great big girl’s blouse” during his inaugural appearance at Prime Minister’s Questions. But little did he know that he’ll face a backlash.
Historian and author Catherine Curzon said she believes the phrase garnered popularity after it was adopted by actor Hylda Baker in the sitcom Nearest and Dearest in the late 1960s. While the Prime Minister might just think ‘big girl’s blouse’ is a funny jibe, others strongly disagree. Dr Barham-Brown has launched the hashtag #BigGirlsBlouse on Twitter to encourage people to share achievements they have made while wearing a “big girl’s blouse”.
In fact, this phrase has had us all acknowledging our #BigGirlsBlouse moments. Whatever this may mean to some, we’ve found this trending phrase absolutely incredible. This British English idiom has surely helped us narrow down the hottest blouses to buy this autumn.
From day to night or work to party, these versatile blouses will not only allow you make powerful moves, but also, make you feel like a OG all day long.
Here’s our edit of statement blouses that are nothing short of perfect or weak .
REBECCA TAYLOR Neck-tie faux-leather blouse, £320
GANNI COTTON POPLIN BLOUSE, £160
PETAR PETROV silk-blend lamé blouse, £800
ZIMMERMANN Swiss-Dot plissé-chiffon blouse, £340
ROLAND MOURET satin blouse, £595
KHAITE Suzanna cotton blouse £425
MAX MARA Monviso blouse, £618
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Ruffle silk blouse, £1,780
GIVENCHY Floral-embroidered lace blouse, £1,385
VALENTINO Ruffle-trim silk georgette blouse, £1,100
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