It's no secret that broderie anglaise is closely associated with summer dressing. The lightweight cotton designs decorated with delicate cutwork eyelet embroidery (the signature design detail that makes broderie anglaise what it is) appear in spring/summer collections year after year, making their way onto the high street and into our wardrobes in line with the sunshine's appearance and the mercury rising. As well as being practically perfect for the warm weather months thanks to its easy breathability, the inherently feminine and airy feel of the fabric makes it best suited to the summertime.
While broderie anglaise most commonly features in dress form, it's not the only way to get in on the look. Perhaps you prefer trousers over a swishy skirt, or maybe the weather has taken a turn (hey, this is the UK after all, and rain clouds will inevitably return) – whatever your reason, you can effortlessly tap into the trend and achieve the same stylish result with a broderie blouse.
Blouses are proving they are worth their weight in gold right now, and broderie anglaise designs may just be our favourite. Whether you opt for a brightly coloured style or keep it classic in a crisp, clean white number, styling your blouse of choice is simple.
When the sun *is* shining, try pairing it with a white cotton flared midi skirt or tailored city shorts. Alternatively, denim jorts work for a more dressed-down ensemble, ideal for running errands. And on grey days, a broderie anglaise blouse worn with your go-to jeans promises to be the most stylish jeans and a nice top outfit.
As for where to shop the trend, below, find our round-up of the best broderie anglaise blouses available on the high street right now:
Primark Cotton Embroidered Scalloped Sleeve Top
River Island White Cotton Broderie Tie Neck Blouse
M&S Pure Cotton Pintuck Embroidered Top
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Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!
