All the great fashion designers have sent models down the runway in them for both prêt-a-porter and haute
couture shows, just look at Jean-Paul Gaultier (right) and Alexander Wang, and for the more budget-conscious, Sonia Rykiel for H&M. So get your version of it, like my colleague here (below), and wear it well with large bangles and cuffs. Since it usually invokes “cruise” wear, it also pairs well with marine-themed jewelry like sea-shell earclips from Seaman Schepps, starfish brooches or coral necklaces.
But you don’t have to restrict this classic piece to just the warm months. There are also year-round options. I have my own cashmere marinière sweater which sports a jolly-roger. I wear it with a pencil skirt or capris, and of course, a large cuff. With your jewelry and a jacket, the marinière shirt can be formal and chic. Remember, it was first introduced by Coco Chanel, the woman who defined chic. It’s also universally flattering. After all, even Picasso looked good in it!
In the Loupe is authored by CIRCA’s resident trendspotter and style maven. Her expertise in life’s finer things comes from a background that is as rich and diverse as the jewels she evaluates. She’s traveled the world, dabbling in high finance, haute cuisine, and fine art at one of the world’s leading auction houses, before finding her true calling in the world of priceless gems. The result is a genuine global luxury connoisseur, with a knowledge and appreciation of beauty, quality and true style. She is one of the industry’s foremost experts on the valuation of fine gems and jewelry, and is now happy to share her discerning eye and impeccable taste to help you look and feel fabulous!
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