As spring draws closer, my desire to reach for pretty, floaty pieces seems to swell by the day.
The lightness of the season’s warmer days makes me instinctively want to reflect that same airiness in my wardrobe. Soft fabrics, delicate details and easily elegant silhouettes suddenly feel more appealing than ever. When this mood takes hold, there's one piece I find myself reaching for first: the broderie anglaise blouse. With its intricate eyelet detailing, delicate floral embroidery and soft, breathable cotton composition, it offers the lightness and romance I find myself craving at this time of year. Not only does the openwork design add a touch of charm, but it also allows for a gentle breeze to pass through—ideal for those mild days of spring.
There’s an undeniable French allure to a broderie blouse. Perhaps it’s the way it channels that understated yet refined aesthetic: timeless, romantic and just undone enough to feel effortless. Paired with jeans, it achieves that perfect blend of polish and ease, giving off an insouciant charm that feels straight out of a Parisian café scene. The crispness of the embroidery against the relaxed denim creates a contrast that’s both chic and practical, making it a fail-safe outfit formula for the season ahead.
If, like me, you’re looking to invest in this spring staple, Sézane has mastered the art of dreamy, vintage-inspired broderie styles, whilst Marks and Spencer offers elegant, wearable options at an affordable price point. No matter how you style it, a broderie blouse is the kind of piece that makes you feel put-together with minimal effort—something I’ll always welcome in my wardrobe.
Thinking you might be in the market for something similar, I've rounded up the best broderie anglaise blouses for you to consider.
SHOP BRODERIE ANGLAISE BLOUSES:
This also comes in a pretty sky-blue shade.
Style with straight-leg jeans for a fresh, spring-ready look.
I love the placement of the cutouts on this one.
This comes in UK sizes 4–22.
The billowy sleeves give this a relaxed, boho-inspired finish.
I always come back to Rixo for its elevated summer staples.
The oversized collar detailing gives this such a romantic finish.
Style with denim or wear with a lightweight, flowing skirt.
The light-cream shade makes this so easy to slot into a capsule wardrobe.
The peplum silhouette gives this a throughly 2025 edge.
This also comes in three other shades.
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