'I found the perfect sweatproof summer blouse and I'll be wearing it on repeat'
With the weather finally warming up, summer dressing is back on our minds, and that also means fresh new collections are starting to drop on the high street.
Our fashion team recently got a first look at Finery's latest summer drop, and it's full of everything we want to wear this season. Think easy linen, laid-back denim, soft neutrals, and elevated everyday staples, all with a focus on wearability and timeless style.
One item caught my eye in particular, thanks to its high-quality, chic look and breathable summer fabric. If you've been looking for a blouse that feels polished but still lets you breathe, enter the Adalia White Cotton Blouse; a crisp white top that's the perfect combination of stylish and practical.
Priced at a wallet-friendly £39, this is the perfect summer top for office days, weekend brunches with the girls, and everything in between.
The pintuck detailing and ruffle neckline give it that luxe, boho feel that reminds me of designer brands like Isabel Marant and Chloé, while the airy puff sleeves are right on trend for the new season.
A few other similar styles we've been loving include New Look's White Floral Embroidered Lace Trim Short Sleeve Blouse, currently 25% off priced at £19.49, and ME + EM's Cheesecloth Blouse, priced at £75.
The huge bonus of Finery's blouse is that the material is 100% cotton, making it the perfect piece for warm summer days. Cotton has always been considered an excellent fabric choice for the summer months, thanks to its natural fibres, which allow air to circulate and absorb moisture.
This means you can keep cool and dry on warmer days, and most importantly, avoid any dreaded sweat patches. A true lifesaver on days you're commuting into the office.
Whether styling it with tailored trousers for work or denim shorts on the weekend, this button-up is about to be on serious repeat for me.
Alongside Finery's new season drop, we also got a first look at Next's spring/summer collection, filled with some amazing holiday must-haves.
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