For timeless elegance and grace, it would be hard to do better than a lovely broderie anglaise blouse. The term broderie anglaise is French for “English embroidery.” Evocative of vintage garments, the look is feminine and timeless. If you’re intrigued by the idea, our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has curated a list of the best chic and luxurious white broderie anglaise blouses to buy right now, as well as how to wear these tops and what to buy if you’re in on this trend.
now trending: broderie anglaise blouses and tops
In the dog days of summer, we have a secret weapon that always looks effortless and elegant. The broderie anglaise blouse.
The best chic broderie anglaise blouses to buy right now. Pippa Middleton sports one on her honeymoon. Courtesy Photo.
Crisp, airy white tops that are versatile enough to throw over a bathing suit after a swim, and that can also look refined and stylish at a garden party. Or a Zoom meeting with a sandy beach background, as the case may be.
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The vibe of a broderie anglaise blouse is laid back yet elegant. It plays well with everything from linen trousers to a denim skirt or even shorts. Ahead, 15 of our favorite finds for the must-have top of the season.
The best chic broderie anglaise blouses to buy right now
The best white broderie anglaise blouses and tops to buy right now
1. Victoria Beckham
We love Victoria Beckham’s modern, boxy interpretation of the best broderie anglaise blouses, with embroidery at the collarbone.
BUY NOW – $795.
2. Chloe
Channel an 18th century poet in Chloe’s romantic pintuck blouse.
BUY NOW – $1,395.
3. Frame
One of the best broderie anglaise blouses on our list is this chic number. Upgrade that white tee and denim combo with Frame’s ruffle trim sleeveless top.
BUY NOW – $393
4. Sea
Home on the range can be chic with Sea’s white broderie anglaise top, featuring an easygoing and graceful design.
BUY NOW – $195
5. Jonathan Simkhai
Jonathan Simkhai’s button down has a feminine silhouette that will always be in style.
BUY NOW – $225
6. Zimmerman
Leave it to Zimmerman to design the most unabashedly feminine and romantic version of a white broderie anglaise top in silk linen organza.
BUY NOW – $1,850
7. Isabel Marant
Ultimate cool French girl label, Isabel Marant never disappoints.
BUY NOW – $460.
8. Rhode
This boho midriff from Rhode is begging to be styled with a twirly, free-spirited skirt.
BUY NOW – $353.
9. Munthe
Pump up the volume with Munthe’s voluminous white broderie anglaise long-sleeved blouse.
BUY NOW – $315
10. Carolina Herrera
Carolina Herrera’s intricate broderie anglaise blouse is the height of sophistication and glamour.
BUY NOW – $1,490
11. Parker
Parker’s eyelet blouse is sugar, spice and everything nice.
BUY NOW – $278
12. The Kooples
We’d toughen up this Kooples broderie anglaise top with some buttery, black leather pants.
BUY NOW – $248
13. Rochas
A little tongue in cheek, Rochas’ exaggerated silhouette complete with imitation pearl beading, is just the quirky, novelty item we need right now.
BUY NOW – $595
14. Veronica Beard
Veronica Beard’s charming white broderie anglaise blouse has summer written all over it.
BUY NOW – $325
15. Sea
Sea’s sweater with eyelet sleeves is the perfect transitional piece into the first days of fall.
BUY NOW – $375
The best white broderie anglaise blouses to buy right now
That’s it: the easy answer on how to wear a white broderie anglaise blouse, and which ones top our style list right now. Think of it like a white tee – only far more refined. And hey, with so many gorgeous choices, you might as well put a back up broderie anglaise top or two in your shopping cart in case of spills. ‘Cause you can never look too relaxed or too chic, right?
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Crediting her training as a cultural anthropologist at Wellesley College, Julie has immersed herself in various industries in the last 15 years including fashion design, event planning, and fitness. Julie lives in New York where she loves trying every ramen and dumpling restaurant with her husband and three children. She finds joy in bold prints, biographies of fierce women, kickboxing. And spending way too long finding the perfect polish color to express her mood.
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