April 27, 2021

Spring Obsessions – Broderie

I have to admit I am somewhat obsessed by pretty broderie tops and the moment when I finally swap my knitwear for blouses, is the start of spring for me (although I dare say I will be back in a sweater by the time I have finished writing this and the rain is her and the temperatures have dropped again). You only have to say Broderie Anglaise, embroidered or lace and I’m sold. But on a serious note, it is important that your wardrobe has some interesting pieces in it to lift the most basic of ensembles. A t-shirt will only take you so far….

So for me, these pretty little tops are a key component of any wardrobe and can be worn year round, layered up with the good old Heattech thermals and with a cardi over the top.

Here are a few different looks and these are just with denim. They also look fab with all sorts of other bottoms – from casual joggers and summer weight trousers (more of those next month) to tailoring and more…

Here are some of my current favourites if you are in need of a bit of detail in your life and there is something for every budget too.

T-Shirts

Broderie Anglaise sleeved Top £12.99 H&M

The perfect example of an elevated basic – it will go with everything but has just enough detail to make it interesting. You need some of this in your wardrobe.

Broderie T shirt £18 Next

Love this and it also comes in a light green.

Freda Detail Lace T-Shirt £45 Hush

Broderie Puff Sleeve T-Shirt £49 Whistles

Another easy to wear elevated basic which also comes in black.

Short Sleeve Tops

Flounce Trimmed Blouse £14.99 H&M

These types of tops sell out very quickly so if you like it, then don’t delay!

Altheda Broderie Top £60 Boden

This gorgeous little number also comes in navy and cream but it is sold out in so many sizes already – that’s how good it is.

Fleur Embroidered Top £70 Boden

Another one that comes in a whole host of colours but hurry if you want the white as it is already out of stock in a couple of sizes – although always worth checking the John Lewis website too. Great for pear shapes to add a bit more breadth up top and rectangles too as it will create more dimension to your frame.

Bonnie Broderie Blouse £89 Whistles

The tassels on the ties add a bit of Boho.

Gabby Top £90 White Coco

Broderie with shorts is a much more put together look than a t-shirt.

Francoise Lace Top £120 Wyse

Also in a pale pink and light blue. Just gorgeous.

Ruby Cotton Dobby Top £120 Wyse

So much to love about this piece – not least the subtle metallic.

Sleeved Blouses

Love and Roses Broderie Frill Neck Blouse £34 Next

If you haven’t already checked out this brand, then do as they have some gorgeous pieces.

FatFace Renee Ruffle Broderie Top £39.50 Next

Clotilde Shirt £45 Marie & Lola

Another fab French brand with a pop up shop near Parsons Green if you are in the area. The vertical lines created by the trims are helpful to elongate the body.