Lindsey

Mar 27, 20193 min

New In: Stylish Summer Blouses

Updated: Jan 14, 2020

Introducing the new Lana summer blouse


MEET LANA

There's nothing like a light, summery blouse to complete your Riviera style look. Now Stylecamp has you covered: introducing the stylish Lana blouse in 3 gorgeous colours, inspired by the sultry beach style of Lana Turner.

Iconic Lana Turner looks

Classic clean lines, neat tailoring and cute tie-up details are the mainstay of her fabulous 1940s looks. Inspired by her iconic silhouette, I created this stylish lightweight blouse with a loose-fitting, airy feel that's cool to wear on warm, sunny days.


THE DESIGN

V-neckline and wide shoulder line detail, trimmed with decorative coconut shell buttons

A flattering V-neckline sits elegantly at the centre of this stylish blouse featuring a wide 1940s style shoulder line which falls softly over the shoulders to create dainty cap sleeves.

A button placket complete with unique coconut shell buttons leads to a tie up waist which can be tucked into bottoms for a cropped effect, or left loose as you wish.

Close up of tie front detail

Front of shirt worn loose over shorts

The back of the shirt mimics a classic tailored blouse with a smart double layer yoke and delicate pleat detail as a nod to 1940s tailored looks. The curved back and front hems meet high at the side seams to fall comfortably over the hips, both for ease of movement and also to allow the shirt to be worn tucked in when tied at the front.

Back detail with yoke, pleat and curved hem


FABRICS & TEXTURES

I was inspired by interesting fabric textures and colourful linen style fabrics when creating this design, which lend themselves perfectly to this relaxed silhouette.

The white Lana blouse is made from a really beautiful cotton fabric featuring a distinctive, cross-hatched texture that gives a similar appearance to linen. Its crisp, breathable cotton, decorative design and lightness to the touch brings a luxurious quality to this summer blouse.

White linen-style weave cotton fabric set off with natural coconut buttons

The textured fabric is perfectly complemented by the striking natural buttons, individually carved from coconut shells and each featuring unique flecked patterns from the process. I love that no two are the same.

Back detail of Lana blouse in lilac

In addition, two other gorgeous pastel shades, lilac and mint green, were chosen for their summery hues and soft hand-feel. These blouses are instead made from a cotton chambray fabric, which features a much smoother weave but retains the same lightness and breathability that makes them so comfortable to wear.

Tie up detail of mint green Lana blouse


WEAR FOR

It’s easy to create the perfect 1940s summer pin-up look with the tie-up Lana blouse. These beautiful fabrics are match made in heaven with denim, teaming well with jeans, capris or summer shorts to create that coveted vintage look.

Pack one for your next holiday or vacation or simply to enjoy the warmer weather, these stylish shirts were designed for the sunshine. Stay elegant and cool in the heat with these breathable shirts that can be effortlessly tucked into a maxi skirt or wide leg trousers for an enviable Riviera style look.

The Lana blouse is available now in sizes XS to XL in white, mint green and lilac. Coming soon, look out for Stylecamp's spring lookbook featuring 3 ways to wear this latest addition to the collection.