I don't think you'll find many women without a breton top or two hanging in their wardrobe after all they are the perfect top for slinging on with a pair of jeans & wearing under a blazer or mac for instant chicness. Team with a touch of red (see here) or leopard print (see here) & you really are good to go & perfect for most occasions.
So when Mint Velvet kindly let me choose a couple of items from their new Spring/Summer Catalogue the first item I had to pick was this fab twist on a wardrobe classic, especially as I didn't have a navy on white stripe hanging in my wardrobe (& yes hubby there is a difference to white on navy & navy on white!!!). I also really love the ruched & zip detailing over the tummy area, a great way for distracting the eye on an area many of us seldom like, not to mention making it that bit different to your average breton.
I also chose these boyfriend jeans as I thought they'd make the perfect outfit when teamed with my red leopard print courts & the above breton top. Plus all my boyfriend jeans are of the distressed variety & these looks a more smarter & straight legged take, not to mention the most perfect shade of denim for summer time.
So here's a picture of the gorgeous Mint Velvet model modelling said items.
And here's me wearing the items in a variety of ways, just to show you how hardworking & versatile they are.
Breton - Mint Velvet £39
Bag - Boden, similar here ASOS £45
Bracelets - Ashiana, similar here Ashiana £51 & Gemini-Woman, similar here Gemini-Woman £17.50
Lace Skirt - Zara, similar here Boden £79
Shoes - Next
Necklace - Zara, similar here Next £14
Breton - Mint Velvet £39
Jacket - Gray & Osbourn £140
Bracelets - Ashiana, similar here Ashiana £51 & Gemini-Woman, similar here Gemini-Woman £17.50
Trousers - Zara, similar here Zara £29.99
Shoes - Next
Breton - Mint Velvet £39
Bracelets - Ashiana, similar here Ashiana £51 & Gemini-Woman, similar here Gemini-Woman £17.50
Trousers - Zara £35.99
Ballet Pumps - Brought in Majorca, similar here Next £22
Breton - Mint Velvet £39
Bag - Zara £22.99
Bracelets - Ashiana, similar here Ashiana £51 & Gemini-Woman, similar here Gemini-Woman £17.50
Jeans - Zara, similar here Zara £39.99
Wedge Trainers - Ash, similar here Ash £159
Top - Zara, similar here Wallis £30
Bracelets - Ashiana, similar here Ashiana £51 & Gemini-Woman, similar here Gemini-Woman £17.50
Bag - Boden £66
Jeans - Mint Velvet £59
Wedge Trainers - Ash, similar here Ash £159
Necklace - Banana Republic, similar here Banana Republic, currently £24.99
Top - Zara, similar here ASOS £28
Jeans - Mint Velvet £59
Shoes - Zara, similar here Next £25
Blazer - Zara £79.99
Breton - Mint Velvet £39
Necklace - Zara, similar here Marks & Spencer £17.50
Jeans - Mint Velvet £59
Ballet Pumps - Brought in Majorca, similar here Next £22
Needless to say as you would expect from Mint Velvet, both items are beautifully made & so comfy to wear. I don't think I've ever worn such a soft pair of jeans in my life plus if you're after more of a straight leg boyfriend style jean to a falling off your bum kind of look then these are the jeans for you. For a more casual/looser look I'd advise sizing up.
So what do you think, are you in love with Mint Velvet as much as I am? They have some stunning pieces for summer & since drooling over their latest collection I currently have the following items as top of my wish list.
Love this maxi skirt & how gorgeous would this look teamed with a simple camisole & denim jacket?
Also loving this peach wrap top too, which is also available in black & ivory. Think this would look stunning dressed down with some boyfriend jeans & ballet pumps & a selection of your favourite bracelets.
Of course this cream tuxedo jacket instantly caught my eye & I'd definitely team this with a camisole, boyfriend jeans & sandals but can I justify another jacket purchase?!!!!
Of course both Bet & I LOVE this top - just bet-tast-ic!
And finally how gorgeous is this top. I absolutely love how they've styled it & such a delicate shade of beige too.
Finally here's what I'm wearing today.
Shirt - Massimo Dutti
Scarf - Zara
Bag - Boden
Bracelet - J Crew
Jeans - Mint Velvet £59
Shoes - Zara
Re-create my look here.
Shirt - Mango £24.99
Scarf - Mango £17.99
Bag - Pull & Bear £9.99
Bracelet - J Crew £125
Jeans - Mint Velvet £59
Shoes - Zara £49.99
So do you have a favourite look from my styles above? I'd love to hear your thoughts not to mention know what's made it onto your wish list.
Have a great Wednesday.....all downhill from here till Friday whoop whoop :-) See you in the morning.
Mint Velvet make AMAZING clothes - the quality is superb.
ReplyDeleteThat breton is gorgeous!
They do don't they Fiona, & I just love the extra attention to detailing that all of their clothes have too. The only problem is I want one of everything!!!
DeleteJane xx
Yet again we like the same things! I have both the breton and the jeans - loved the jeans as I prefer the slightly more fitted look. I'll be copying your styling though.
ReplyDeleteHow funny Sandra we're definitely on the same wave length! The jeans are a great fit aren't they & like you say a more fitted & tailored look, which look great teamed with all of my blazers....think I'm going to be wearing these babies a lot!!!
DeleteJane xx
Love the Breton with the twist Jane! So useful as there are so many ways in which you can wear it! The Mint Velvet stuff looks lovely! As yet I haven't purchased anything from them but always hear great things about them so am v.tempted! xx
ReplyDeleteMichelle you have to check them out as they have some stunning pieces, real classics for any wardrobe.
DeleteJane xx
Great pieces beautifully styled. I have my eye on that square cut top, I bought the bell sleeved top last season and really love it. x
ReplyDeleteThanks Sharron. Funnily enough the square cut top put me in mind of the bell sleeved one. Both stunning tops & I can definitely see you in the square cut one.
DeleteJane xx
Fabulous dress up Jane, a like the Breton.....a little twist on a classic. x
ReplyDeleteIt's great isn't Annmarie, I don't think any wardrobe can ever have enough stripes & the fact that it's a little different too is a huge bonus.
DeleteJane xx
Love the jeans, some boyfriend jeans just take the relaxed fit too far and end up just looking like they're too big for people. Those have a lovely fit
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about the relaxed style boyfriends & these are definitely more of a tailored boyfriend fit which I think will appeal to most people & is more of a flattering fit too. They're so comfy too which is always a brilliant plus with jeans, think I'm going to be living in mine!!
DeleteJane xx
I really like all of your looks here Jane. I love that breton and I now need some red ballet flats in my life. H xx
ReplyDeleteThanks Helen, I'd be lost without my red ballet pumps.....I seem to be wearing them a lot recently!!
DeleteJane xx
Hi Jane,
ReplyDeleteI am SO please you have done this post. As I have been looking at these jeans for SO long trying to decide whether to order them or not, as I don't live near any stores that I could go and try them on. Now that I have seen them on you I am certainly going to order them, you look lovely. I prefer that they are more tailored, as when I had seen them on the website I thought they may be a big baggy for my shape. I would send for the top but higher necks don't suit my shape, so I will see what other stripey tops they have. I love the looks you put together, and also wish I had red pumps!! Loving your blog and all your style advice. Lynn xx
Hi Lynn & thanks for your lovely comment :-) If you prefer a more tailored fit I'd go with your normal size as they have quite a bit of stretch so will give a bit more with wear too. Hope you love them as much as I do & Next have some great red ballet shoes in at the moment, which I've linked to above.
DeleteJane xx
That Breton top is perfect and so is the pair on mint velvet jeans. I just bought the Mya bag from Boden and love so much! I also like the gold bag you have from Boden. To many fabulous outfits :))
DeleteThey're both great additions to my wardrobe Celina. Glad you love your Mya bag too, I'm absolutely delighted with mine & think I'm going to be getting a lot of use from the gold one in the coming months too.
DeleteJane xx
Both items look gorgeous, Jane. I love how you've styled them. Aren't those jeans fab? Lynne x
ReplyDeleteThanks Lynne & yes the jeans are gorgeous & super comfy too so a great result :-)
DeleteHope you had a lovely holiday.
Jane xx
I am loving the long silhouette that the clothes are making. Love that the style is classic and casual without being too relax. Love your styling! #mbpw
ReplyDeleteHi thanks for your comments. They really are two great pieces & the detailing on the Breton is just lovely & helps with the silhouette.
DeleteJane xx
all pics are beautiful and your outfit combination is great...
ReplyDeleteThank you :-)
DeleteJane xx