What to wear to work - TM Lewin 1898 Fresh Look Collection AW12

     Fine shirt retailer T.M. Lewin is  on the move again, they are launching a new collection of womenswear for the Autumn season. Aptly named the "Fresh Look Collection," which woman doesn't want a fresh look as she transitions into the cooler months? However instead of succumbing to the "darkness" the new collection from T.M. Lewin had been introduced with a splash of colour to their traditional tailored shirts. A warm Berry, a rich Teal and a sophisticated Watermelon are the colours to chose from the upcoming collection. 
     The designers have also added detailing to the shirts for the Fresh Look collection in the form of simple frills and stylish bows. An ode to the Victorian style era Black Plain Fitted shirt with bow & frills  White Plain Fitted Shirt with bows & frills  White Plain Fitted shirt with Frills  Black Plain Fitted Shirt with Frills. The little details on the shirts the prints, bows, frills  bring  feminine touches, that we often find must be sacrificed when purchasing work  wear clothing. These shirts will transition well from office to meet ups with girlfriends. As always these shirts are made from 100% cotton. 

The Fresh Look Collection AW12

Teal/ Black check fitted shirt - currently on display @ the TM Lewin Bristol Cabot Circus Store

Navy Dogtooth Check Fitted shirt

Warm Berry Cardigan 

Pink check fitted shirt 

    The new collection will be available in-store from the  August 6th. Ahead of the launch date I was contacted by the company and sent some material to look over and give my thoughts. In regards to the collection I love the fact that they are using colour, I always say shirts are a great way to add colour to your everyday work wear wardrobe. Even if you are in a corporate environment, a room full of colour is sure to boost the mood in the dead of winter. It is good to see a company like T.M Lewin adding new colours to womenswear, breaking away from the monotonous pinks and light blues, after summer it seems that in the UK designers give up and start making black clothing. 

My top picks are the Blue shirt with the flower pattern, the Red coat and the Watermelon checked shirt. 

To view the fresh look collection click here TM Lewin Fresh Look Collection AW12

Fashion fades but style remains eternal. - Yves Saint Laurent

Miss Mai 

What to wear to work - Kylie Tie Print Shirt - Blue TM Lewin 1898 AW12

     Ahead of the launch of the new Fresh Look Collection  AW12 by TM Lewin, I was asked to choose my favourite shirt from the collection and it would be sent to me by the powers that be at TM Lewin to review. I chose the Kylie Tie Print shirt, listed on the website as ---> "Blue Dot Print Fitted shirt"  however I was torn between the Melon checked shirt, which I will feature in my next what to wear to work post. I would describe this shirt as a deep blue with a 4 petal flower pattern. The material is durable but as we all know TM Lewin shirts are made with 100% cotton fabric.

      Compared to my other TM Lewin shirts the material for this shirt is a bit lighter, however this is a good thing as it makes this shirt perfect for layering under a blazer/suit jacket/cardigan/vest. The pattern and jewel toned colour of this shirt makes it a versatile piece, it can be worn not only to work, but with jeans on a day out, some linen trousers for a casual look or over shorts and a cami to enjoy the rest of the summer weather. (looks to follow in upcoming weeks)

Packaged 

Material Sample 

Shirt on hanger

Collar

The cuff - cufflinks needed asap

This shirt features:
- a soft rounded collar
- a fitted body shape
- contoured side panel and seams
- double cuffs (shirt needs cuff links, which is why I have not done any looks wearing it as yet)
- this shirt is best washed at 40 degrees Celsius (C)

To view the new collection click here TM Lewin Womenswear AW12  A review on the entire collection will be avilable next week. 


Fashion fades, but style remains eternal. - Yves Saint Laurent

Miss Mai