When it comes to summer fashion, some trends come and go and others will remain in fashion for virtually forever. A well made striped shirt is a timeless and everlasting wardrobe staple thanks to simple yet elegant nautical-inspired print that can be styled with basically anything.
If you’re looking to add one into your rotation, New Look has a great offering at an affordable price point. Shoppers have been snapping up the Blue Stripe Poplin Long Sleeve Shirt as it’s slashed to £18 down from £25.99. While the original price point is already budget-friendly, shoppers looking for a bargain can snag an almost £8 discount on the shirt, for a limited time.
The gorgeous summer must-have has been designed with a curved hem and button-up fastening, making it the perfect pick for tucking into your favourite trousers or pair of shorts during the summer months. Plus, it has been made from 100% cotton which an ideal choice for when it’s warm out as the fabric is soft and lightweight, as well being able to absorb sweat, letting your body heat escape for an overall cooling effect.
The stunning striped shirt also features a collared neckline, long cuffed sleeves and a single breast pocket. The Blue Stripe Poplin Long Sleeve Shirt has also been cut to a relaxed fit, which those who have already got their hands on the piece says is on the ‘oversized’ side, something to keep in mind if you want a more fitted look.
Thanks to its versatile design, the shirt can be worn on on its own with a pair of jeans, shorts of a skirt, or can be worn as a coverup over a baby tee, vest or bikini, perfect for lounging about a pool on holiday or at the beach. We especially like the Blue High Waist Adalae Wide Leg Jeans, which costs £35, and the Pale Blue Denim Split Front Maxi Skirt, available for £25 down from £32.99.
At New Look, the Blue Stripe Poplin Long Sleeve Shirt has racked up an impressive 4.5 overall star-rating out of five. One shopper said: “Lovely shirt, really comfy and a fresh look.”
A second wrote: “Lightweight shirt, lovely quality and fit.” While a third penned: “A very useful summer addition. Great material and style. Very versatile top.”
However, one person docked the Blue Stripe Poplin Long Sleeve Shirt a star because of the ‘oversized fit’. They wrote: “Smart shirt but oversized, so need to go down a size if you don’t want to look huge and frumpy. I like the tomboyish look with this shirt and that you can dress casual or smart with it. The material is better and smooth, compared to another shirt that was rough.”
Another person, agreed that the shirt is oversized and recommended to size down, if you’re going for a fitted ensemble. They wrote: “Lovely, lightweight shirt, I would size down if you’d like a more tailored look.”
Elsewhere, shoppers can pick up the M&S Collection Pure Cotton Striped Shirt from Marks and Spencer. It comes in at £25 and is available in four colourways, including White Mix, Pink Mix, Blue Mix and Green Mix.