John Lewis & Partners High Neck Silk Blouse, Washed Orange, 16

An enduring, seasonless piece for your formal collection, we designed our silk blouse to span the casual-formal divide so it can be worn as easily with casual trousers as it can with a tailored pair or skirt.

We went for a high neck and a deep split cuff to weave in contemporary notes to this option, while the rouleau button detailing at the cuff and back keyhole opening adds a vintage look and feel. The back yoke seam's been designed with a central box pleat for added definition, and we curved the hem gently so the high-low element maintains a graceful fluidity.