There’s A Reason Broderie Anglaise Never Dates – 24 Pieces We Love
From romantic dresses worn with headscarves and ballet flats to cute tops that make the perfect pairing to trusted denim, broderie anglaise remains an undisputed summer favourite. And 2025 is no different, with a whole host of beautiful pieces for every budget. Scroll to shop our favourites… these are the best broderie anglaise pieces around right now…
Broderie Anglaise is to summer what a grey chunky knit is to winter: a non-negotiable. The pretty, romantic fabric has been around since the 19th century, and we see no reason to put it to bed anytime soon. It’s pretty, it’s romantic, and it’s nice and breezy – ideal for hot days in the city or loose layers in warmer climes.
Broderie Anglaise is to summer what a grey chunky knit is to winter: a non-negotiable.
A pretty broderie dress always feels pulled together, even if you’re pairing it with ballet flats. In fact, the intricate detailing in the woven fabric means you don’t really have to accessorise, just let the charming piece do the work. This makes getting dressed for big summer events, whether it’s a BBQ with friends (easy on the ketchup), Wimbledon or the races, we just wouldn’t recommend wearing it as a wedding guest look it to a friend’s nuptials.
Top of our wish list is Thierry Colson’s design, a prairie-style Yolande dress is made from a cotton and silk-blend voile in a floaty empire shape with scalloped edges and a ruffled scoop neck. Divine. For something a little more affordable, Rixo’s Remi dress comes with capped sleeves and this season’s much-loved drop-waist – we’ll be wearing it with a silk neckscarf and shell jewels for a bohemian summer feel.
The fanrci works beautifully in cute summer tops – check out Nobody’s Child, Staud and Reiss for some of our favourites, and pair it with high-waisted denim for a French girl in summer kind of vibe.
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The detailing on this Zara dress is incredible for a high street piece, perfect for when you need something cool and breezy but undeniably special. We’re thinking London garden parties and Ibizian date nights.
A broderie skirt is so versatile on holiday. Sightseeing, elevated with heels, or thrown over a bikini – it does it all.
Doen dresses are made to love every summer, especially their charming broderie designs.
Loose layers and vintage-inspired detailing will bring bohemian charm to your summer wardrobe.
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