We're not talking about your grandmother's knitting. Embroidered shirts for the modern woman are a fashion forward trend and we have just the top picks to prove it! Embroidered shirts start simple with minor detailing on a button-down work shirt and get completely creative with fully stitched tunic tops.

Embroidered shirts are the result of a longtime tradition in fabric decoration. Using needle and yarn or thread, embroidered shirts are hand-stitched or machine-stitched using a very strong stitching pattern and are often decorated further by incorporating beads, pearls, sequins and metal wire. Enjoy this decorative tradition in the artists' expressions decorating our top picks of embroidered shirts.

Tunic Terrific

What's not to love about the flattering and elongated bell-shape of a tunic top? Add some tasteful embroidery and you've got a stunning getup to wear just about anywhere. Tunic-styled embroidered shirts are inspired by a hippie-retro look that we just can't seem to get enough of! These embroidered shirts are styled with v-neck slit collars, bell/slit sleeves and an essence of flower children.

On the casual side, Norm Thompson gives us his 'Embroidered Tunic' in Cape Cod white linen with turquoise stitching on front and back. Embroidered shirts like this one go perfectly with jean shorts or khakis and a beaded flat sandal. In more formal territory, Mr. Thompson has designed the 'Embroidered Linen Tunic' in ivory tone-on-tone. Fit for an empress, embroidered shirts as rich and elegant as this are stunning with flowing black slacks, a strappy satin heel, and a string of pearls on a gold chain.

For a more youthful appeal in embroidered shirts, we turn to some trend-setting brands for our top picks. Lucky Brand's embroidered tunic includes embroidery in red, ivory and while over a black tailored-fit tunic. Oversized bell sleeves and cuffs add to the flirtatious appeal of this top!

A Little Bit Country

We can't talk embroidered shirts without getting a little bit country! The western style has adopted embroidery into its traditional wear but our top picks in embroidered shirts simply have a country flair. The 'Flower Embroidered Top' is styled with a country-inspired square neckline, bordered with bright green, yellow, red, and orange floral embroidery and pleated below the bust. Slip into some worn-in jeans and black stiletto boots to complete the understated but sexy girl-next-door look!

Even some sassed-out country sequins go perfectly alongside the embroidered style. Hit the club for some boot-scootin' action in the pink 'Embroidered Sequined Top' by the Pyramid Collection. Embroidered shirts like this one can be downright scandalous regardless of what you wear it with! The bust is completely embroidered in sequins, the straps are a sparkly shade of pink, and the body is fun, free-flowing sheer.

Even if you are a bit fashion-shy, embroidered shirts can take your outfit from simple to exciting without making too much effort.' Embroidered shirts are perfect for any occasion and make a statement that you care about how you look. Our top picks in embroidered shirts are absolutely the cream of the crop when it comes to adding a twist on tradition to your wardrobe!