You can protest all you want. "But look at the neckline, it's all high and prim and proper as can be. And I'm not letting my inner Britney out by baring midriff, either." It doesn't matter. This is still one of the sexiest summer tops around, all because of the delicacy and weight of the yarn (pure fine glossy mercerized cotton)-- and the drawstring threaded through the existing lace pattern to create an Empire effect-- and, of course, the lace. Two rows. One is purled. Was ever there such a devastating effect resulting from such simplicity? Front and back are identical, sleeves made of a piece with them.
