This High-Street Shirt Is Being Picked Up by People In the Know
There are various stylistic components that can give an item of clothing a premium look. Alongside dramatic silhouettes and heavyweight fabrics, I would argue that unexpected prints are definitely a key factor in elevating a fashion piece. Take this Whistles short-sleeved shirt, for example. I spotted this piece in the brand's new-in section and was instantly drawn to the unusual map print, which I hadn't seen anywhere else on the high street. It easily could've just stepped off the runway.
My suspicions were confirmed when a handful of fashion-savvy people (Angela Scanlon included) posted photos of themselves wearing the shirt and looking pretty stylish. Made from a silk-blend fabric in a cool, boxy fit, this is the sort of top that will instantly elevate your wardrobe basics, from black trousers to casual denim. I would tuck it into jeans and style with Velcro sandals, or I'd layer it over a white tank top and shorts for a more laid-back look.
Trust me when I say that no one will guess this shirt is from the high street. If you love it as much as I do, scroll down to see and shop the winning shirt and similar styles.
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Joy Montgomery is a London-based fashion writer and shopping expert. She held the role of Shopping Editor at Who What Wear UK from 2018 to 2022, producing content that centered around worthwhile fashion buys, with a specialism in uncovering unique, indepdent brands and celebrating the joys of secondhand and vintage discoveries. Joy has sinced moved on to become the Shopping Editor at British Vogue.
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