• How to wear a Breton top

    Sail into Style: Why You Should Try Wearing a Breton Top

    When it comes to fashion choices, one timeless classic stands out as a beacon of style – the Breton top. Originating from the coastal regions of France, this iconic sailor striped shirt has transcended its maritime roots to become a wardrobe staple for fashion enthusiasts worldwide for both men and women. If you haven’t tried wearing a Breton top yet, let me take you on a journey through the undeniable charm and versatility of this wardrobe essential. Effortless Elegance – Classic Stripes Never Go Out of Style The Breton shirt‘s hallmark feature is its navy and white horizontal stripes, a timeless design that effortlessly exudes elegance. Whether you’re heading to…

  • Breton striped Shirts

    The Breton Shirt

    An iconic garment that never goes out of fashion. From humble workwear for the French Navy to Haute Couture catwalks, the Breton shirt or “La Marinière“, is the classic French striped top that everyone should have in their wardrobe. The effortless choice for those “What to wear?” moments. Easy to wear with just a pair of jeans or with a blazer for the smarter city style. Of course, it is still at home on board whether on a cruise or on a yacht. This timeless garment is designed with everyone in mind and will last a lifetime. A bit of history Dating back to the March 1858 French Navy-Wear Act…

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    DAY 11 – Christmas offer: 10 % OFF our Saint James heavyweight Breton Shirts

    Coming to the end of our 12 days of Christmas offers and today you are off for a treat. A 10% discount on all Saint James Meridien heavyweight Breton shirts, valid today only, 3rd December 2016, until midnight UK time with code MERID10. Made in France in carded cotton, in 3 colour choices, cream/red, navy/cream and cream/navy, these traditional shirts are the really mccoy for any stripes enthusiast.  Saint James Heavyweight Breton Shirt, Cream/Red, £55.00  St James Meridien Heavyweight Breton Shirt, Navy Blue/Cream, £55 Saint James Meridien Heavyweight Breton Shirt, £55.00 Save

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    DAY 10 – Christmas offer: 10 % OFF our Women’s Anchor Striped Jumper

    DAY 10 of our 12 days of Christmas offers. Today it is all about our favourite ladies’ stripy jumper, made in France, in rich merino wool. A gorgeous quality nautical inspired knit, body contoured fit. We love the overall design with the anchor and the single red stripe. This is one of a kind, a truly beautiful Breton garment for Christmas. 10% OFF with code MEMR10, valid today only, 1st December 2016, until midnight UK time. For further details including measurements, please check our product link, Women’s Anchor Striped Jumper, £89. Save Save

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    DAY 4 – Christmas offer: 10 % OFF our Women’s Nautical Striped Sweatshirt, White/Navy Blue

    For our DAY 4 of our Christmas offer specials, we opted for our Women’s Nautical Striped Sweatshirt, White/Navy Blue. This is such a lovely sweatshirt that screams nautical and seaside holidays. In pure cotton, with large white and white stripes and a hint of yellow on the placket trim. So easy to wear for that year round look with jeans or white trousers weather permitting …. Today only, 24th November 2016, enjoy your 10% OFF with code SWEAT10 valid until midnight UK time. For further details including measurements, please check our product link, women’s nautical striped sweatshirt, £50. Save

  • Nautical relaxed look with Breton stripes

    When it comes to nautical fashion, the first colours coming to mind are white and navy. You cannot go wrong with these classics but why not add a splash of colour to lift up the tone of your outfit. For a relaxed look this week-end, team up our coral block striped top with our navy canvas jacket and white trousers. Our coral Breton Top is a lovely colour block added to your classic summer white and navy blue stripe top. Made in 100% soft jersey lightweight cotton, we like the nice nautical features like the three small navy blue buttons on the shoulder, the small navy blue anchor print on…

  • Mother’s Day Competition 2016 – Win a Nautical Top

      Win one of our stylish nautical tops for your mum this Mother’s day. We will gift wrap it for you, write your personal message on a card and get it delivered on time for the 6th March 2016. Here are a few examples of what’s on offer although not limited to these. You can choose any on our special Mother’s day competition nautical tops.     To enter our fabulous competition, simply: (1) enter your details and (2) leave a comment stating which top would you choose for her from this range. These two conditions must be met to valid your entry. The closing date for the competition is…