The English Tea Party

In eight days time, on the 27^th June, 30,000 people are expected to flock to Henley to watch the regatta. Of the 15 different countries that compete, I believe nothing screams casual-elegance more than the dress code stipulated by the event. Below the knee hemlines, no trousers or playsuits for the ladies and lounge suits or blazers with flannels for the gents.

I went, back in 2009, and thoroughly enjoyed myself. But the one thing I’ve taken away with me is that you can’t beat the feeling of drinking Pimms and eating strawberries in the sunshine surrounded by people who look like they’ve stepped right out of a traditional English tea party. I also went to a wedding last year, which had the same beautiful vintage vibe with parasols, picnic mats and bunting in the trees along with a stunning array of colourful blazers and summery dresses.

In light of this, I think that there are some silhouettes which will never go out of fashion and can’t help but make you feel beautiful and happy. Here's a few of my favorite finds that I've stumbled across.




For the gents:

Feel a bit different? Opt for a collarless jacket: 

 

Damir Doma Men's Jemo Collarless jacket £812 (LN-CC.com)

Etro Minerva Slim-Fit Silk-Blend Blazer £645

Pam Men's Duck Print Deals jacket £319 (LN-CC.com) 

But no one can deny how good guys look is a simple suit jacket:

Reiss Princeton Blazer £245

ASOS Slim-Fit Blazer £75.00

H&M Old Rose Blazer £59.99

And for the ladies:

You can never go wrong with a maxi-dress. They are elegant and make everyone look and feel beautiful. Try this:

Obscure Couture "Radius" Grey Burnout £220

Forever Unique Dottie £165 (Kiwi Boutique)

LOVE this dress... it has everything going for it. Colour, elegance and lace. Yes.

Cerulean Lace Midi £154 (pixiemarket.com)

Whistles Lottie Pleated Midi Skirt £110 (ASOS.com)

 ASOS Belted Midi £32

May Macleod Jasmine Dress £29.99 (MayMacleod on ASOS Marketplace)

Back to the sewing table for me!