This 'ugly' Kmart top has shoppers buzzing: ‘I don’t understand these’
- Replies 54
Fashion is subjective, and what one person might find appealing, another might find utterly distasteful.
Case in point: A recent item from Kmart had shoppers laughing, confused, and even a bit outraged.
But what’s the item in question?
It’s Kmart's Long Sleeve Openweave Shrug ($15)—a top that has left many scratching their heads and others defending its unique style.
The Openweave Shrug, which features long sleeves but stops just under the collar bone, leaving the chest completely exposed, has been dubbed by some as the 'ugliest top ever'.
The ‘ridiculous’ design has sparked a wave of hilarity and bewilderment among shoppers, with many taking to social media to share their thoughts.
One woman, after spotting the top on the Kmart racks, asked, 'Is this worn alone or with something?'
Her post quickly garnered attention and hundreds of comments from equally puzzled fashion enthusiasts.
One commented, ‘You may be arrested for indecent exposure if worn alone.’
Some of the comments were filled with humour, with one user joking, 'Finally a shirt for us who have cold arms and hot b****.'
Another compared the top to a doily, saying, 'It's giving doily vibes. You know the lacy things that the grandparents had on the tables.'
Another agreed, ‘Looks like the dishcloth my nan taught me to crochet in 1980.’
The $15 price tag also raised eyebrows, with one customer pointing out that full t-shirts were available for less.
‘Sleeves with a joining bit? Certainly can't be classified as a top! They have full t-shirts for less than this price,' one said.
'Literally don't understand these,' another said.
However, not everyone was quick to dismiss the Openweave Shrug. Some shoppers pointed out that the shrug was part of a set and was meant to be worn with a matching singlet underneath, as suggested by the 'Match it up' sticker.
Others defended the shrug as a bolero, a type of short jacket that can be worn over a top, dress, or jumpsuit.
One woman explained, 'I have so many of these and love adding them to a fit. It's more of an outfit complement than a stand-alone top since it's not heavy on coverage, but trust me, it's cute when styled right!'
'I'll admit, this particular one you attached, its unique style can be a puzzle with all the holes and the off-white colour, but it would vibe well with a bikini or matching shorts/skirts, paired with a classic black or white tee.'
Another commented that they bought the Kmart shrug, which was marked down to $5. They used it on nights out with body suits, jumpsuits, and singlets.
While this Kmart shrug is a controversial one, most of its items are a bargain for shoppers as they are ‘dupes’ for some high-end ones. Just like Kmart’s Jana Trapeze, shoppers said that this $15 handbag is the ‘perfect dupe’ for the Jacquemus Le Bambino leather tote, which costs over $1285.
Another Kmart item is the Satin Cami and Pants Pyjama, which has been hailed as a must-have with its saint luxurious feel at a price point of $22.
So, what do you think, members? Is the Kmart Openweave Shrug a fashion faux pas or a bold style statement? Let us know in the comments below!
Case in point: A recent item from Kmart had shoppers laughing, confused, and even a bit outraged.
But what’s the item in question?
It’s Kmart's Long Sleeve Openweave Shrug ($15)—a top that has left many scratching their heads and others defending its unique style.
The Openweave Shrug, which features long sleeves but stops just under the collar bone, leaving the chest completely exposed, has been dubbed by some as the 'ugliest top ever'.
Kmart’s shrug has sparked abuzz from shoppers. Credit: Kmart Australia
The ‘ridiculous’ design has sparked a wave of hilarity and bewilderment among shoppers, with many taking to social media to share their thoughts.
One woman, after spotting the top on the Kmart racks, asked, 'Is this worn alone or with something?'
Her post quickly garnered attention and hundreds of comments from equally puzzled fashion enthusiasts.
One commented, ‘You may be arrested for indecent exposure if worn alone.’
Some of the comments were filled with humour, with one user joking, 'Finally a shirt for us who have cold arms and hot b****.'
Another compared the top to a doily, saying, 'It's giving doily vibes. You know the lacy things that the grandparents had on the tables.'
Another agreed, ‘Looks like the dishcloth my nan taught me to crochet in 1980.’
The $15 price tag also raised eyebrows, with one customer pointing out that full t-shirts were available for less.
‘Sleeves with a joining bit? Certainly can't be classified as a top! They have full t-shirts for less than this price,' one said.
'Literally don't understand these,' another said.
A woman questioned the Kmart shrug on social media. Credit: Facebook
However, not everyone was quick to dismiss the Openweave Shrug. Some shoppers pointed out that the shrug was part of a set and was meant to be worn with a matching singlet underneath, as suggested by the 'Match it up' sticker.
Others defended the shrug as a bolero, a type of short jacket that can be worn over a top, dress, or jumpsuit.
One woman explained, 'I have so many of these and love adding them to a fit. It's more of an outfit complement than a stand-alone top since it's not heavy on coverage, but trust me, it's cute when styled right!'
'I'll admit, this particular one you attached, its unique style can be a puzzle with all the holes and the off-white colour, but it would vibe well with a bikini or matching shorts/skirts, paired with a classic black or white tee.'
Another commented that they bought the Kmart shrug, which was marked down to $5. They used it on nights out with body suits, jumpsuits, and singlets.
While this Kmart shrug is a controversial one, most of its items are a bargain for shoppers as they are ‘dupes’ for some high-end ones. Just like Kmart’s Jana Trapeze, shoppers said that this $15 handbag is the ‘perfect dupe’ for the Jacquemus Le Bambino leather tote, which costs over $1285.
Another Kmart item is the Satin Cami and Pants Pyjama, which has been hailed as a must-have with its saint luxurious feel at a price point of $22.
.png){kind=icon}
