Oh - number 3 is wonderful! I like it much better than the 1st blouse because of what has already been said. Thanks for posting!

Later here but of course I had to chime in. I agree that you are absolutely rocking those flares! I too like 3 the best, for all of the reasons already mentioned. Plus, I think the v-neck on the blouse works well with your fabulous swimmer shoulders :).

I am also curious about the rise differences people are talking about. You should grab that tape measure and report back! It would be a public service!

Thanks, Tam, Aida, Carole, Becky,Marley and Jonesy!
@Mellis: I purchased mine at Gap online. I didn't think the outlets carried the same jeans--as I recall, they have something similar but the names are usually different.
@Becky: Glad this may help you. I'm usually a late adopter too. My flares are so old they are new again. I'm going to be an early adopter, for once!
@Jonesy: I will report back on those jeans! I've already got the tape measure in my purse!