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ME+EM Breton Top

ME+EM (Me and Em) Breton Striped Top, as worn by Kate Middleton
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The Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton) regularly wears Breton striped tops, they’re a staple in her closet.  Kate has worn a number of them over the years while in the public eye, including ME+EM’s Breton striped top.

Kate Middleton wearing a Breton Striped top

In fact, Kate Middleton doesn’t just own one of ME+EM’s striped tops… she owns THREE!  Here’s the Duchess wearing the white Breton top with blue stripes during her visit to Auckland in 2014.  Kate donned the casual striped top for a day of boat racing.  You can see she paired the top with her Sebago Bala boat shoes too (another staple item in her closet!)

Duchess of Cambridge in Auckland wearing a cobalt blue and white striped Breton top from ME+EM
Duchess of Cambridge in Auckland wearing a cobalt blue and white striped Breton top from ME+EM

Kate chose the black and white striped top for the America’s Cup trophy presentation in 2015.

Duchess of Cambridge in black ME+EM stripe top

About Kate’s ME+EM Breton tops:

Kate Middleton owns three different ME+EM Breton tops:

  • White with blue stripes
  • Cobalt blue with white stripes
  • White with black stripes
ME + EM Breton Top in White and Blue
ME + EM Breton Top in Cobalt and white
ME + EM Breton Top in Black and White

All three striped tops feature a scoop neckline, three-quarter length sleeves and ruched detailing at the bottom hem.  On their website, ME+EM described the Breton tops as “perennially chic” and as having “flattering design features.”

ME+EM (Me and Em) Breton Striped Top, as worn by Kate Middleton
ME+EM Breton Top in Black and White Stripe

The top is made from Lyocell and cotton blend.  The Daily Mail calls this a “miracle top that makes any women look slim“, while  ME+EM‘s owner Clare Hornby says the top is “washable, lightweight and keeps its shape well“.  In addition, the Lyocell fabric is densely woven, which helps the white sections avoid looking transparent.  On our Facebook page, Sophia writes that she recommends the ME+EM Breton top and that it is “super soft”.

ME+EM Breton top (new season)
ME+EM Breton top (new season)
ME+EM Breton top (new season)

Here’s how ME+EM described the top on their website:

Our perennially chic Breton tee has been updated for the new season, featuring wide stripes on the body and narrow stripes on the arm for a modern update. This tee is perfect for easy-to-wear dressing; for the weekend, for travel, for holiday. This is the time-tested wardrobe staple.

Buying Kate’s top:

Sadly, this top is from an older season and now sold out. Shop ME+EM’s other striped tops here. Or, why not check eBay?

About ME+EM:

ME+EM are a British brand, located in London.  All of ME+EM’s clothing is made right here in the UK, or in Europe.  They only have one shop in London and believe that durability of fabric, precision of fit and perfection of colour is the key to desirable clothing.  The company specialise in beautiful finishes, detail and “understated luxury.” It’s easy to see why Duchess Kate is such a fan! I hope she wears more from the brand in future.

Kate Middleton wearing the striped Breton top

Where Kate wore her ME+EM Breton Top

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Kate Middleton with Prince George at the Polo

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Kate In Nautical Stripes For Boat Racing in Auckland, NZ

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