Manhattan One Shoulder Top | Marcella

Elegance meets edge. The Manhattan One Shoulder Top is the asymmetric one-shoulder top that put Marcella on the map, and she has lost none of her authority. A halter neckline flows into a single long sleeve, framing one arm while the back stays open, creating a sculptural tension that reads as genuinely architectural. This is a one-shoulder long sleeve top built on design intelligence, not decorative instinct. The body-skimming, fitted cut hugs without restricting, supported by the natural mid-stretch of European fabric. In black, she is cut from sustainable European Jersey (96% Tencel, 4% Elastane), silky-soft against the skin and breathable through a long evening. All other colors, including the signature red one-shoulder top, are cut from European Ponte, also known as Punto di Roma (77% Viscose, 18% Polyamide, 5% Elastane): a structured ponte with a body-loving mid-stretch that holds its shape from a boardroom dinner to a late-night cocktail event. The production team at Marcella's European atelier receives a living wage, a 40-hour work week with paid overtime, free health insurance, and 20 days of annual paid vacation. The open back and asymmetric long-sleeve design make the Manhattan a confident day-to-night top. Pair her with tailored wide-leg trousers for a modern minimalist cocktail occasion, or tuck her into a high-waisted midi skirt for a city dinner or evening event. She is equally at home at a cocktail party, a gallery opening, or a city wedding reception where the dress code calls for something with an edge. The structural open-back detail is where the real conversation starts, and the clean halter front gives nothing away until you turn around. The red asymmetric top reads as a statement in its own right. The black Tencel version stays understated at the front while the open back adds unexpected depth. Both colorways anchor a capsule wardrobe without duplicating anything already in it. As an NYC-designed, European-handcrafted piece built from considered fabrics, the Manhattan Top moves across seasons without losing its edge. Tall women report the long sleeve proportions correctly across the full arm length. The regular hip-length hem at approximately 17.5" (45 cm), measured from under the arm, layers cleanly with high-waisted bottoms in any proportion. Sized XXS through XXXL for an inclusive fit range. Need help with the one-shoulder drape? Watch the tutorial. Explore more asymmetric one-shoulder designs in the Manhattan Collection.[SPLIT] • Ariane, in red, is 5'10.5" (179 cm), wearing size XS. • Approximately 17.5" (45 cm), measured from under the arm. • Black: Sustainable European Jersey (96% Tencel, 4% Elastane). All other colors: European Ponte, also known as Punto di Roma (77% Viscose, 18% Polyamide, 5% Elastane). • Machine wash or hand wash in cold water, and lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry. Do not bleach. Iron on low heat. • Designed in NYC. Handcrafted in Europe. • Our production team enjoys a living wage, a 40-hour work week with paid overtime, free health insurance and 20 days annual paid vacation.