Style Arc Lauren Boyfriend Shirt

It was time to replace my gingham shirt.

I decided on the Style Arc Lauren Boyfriend shirt in some crisp, cotton navy and white gingham from Spotlight, Bendigo, $16/m.

~From the website~

This boyfriend style shirt is a wearable example of the new trend in shirts. Sleeve interest is such an important part of the current trends and this shirt has a longer than usual cuff with the buttoning at the front. Roll the sleeves up to give an easy, casual look, great over jeans or a pair of slouchy pants. The men's style shirt tails makes this a perfect over shirt.

The oversize cuff is so elegant.

However, it rolls nicely too for a practical, everyday wear.

Now, everything is exaggerated.

The huge back yoke, big pocket and high/low shirt tails.

However, the stitched down back, box pleat neatly removes any bulk.

I will admit I was concerned the shoulder seam would cut into my narrow shoulders but it doesn't at all.

It is the perfect 'boyfriend' shirt.

Mannish styling cut for the feminine shape.

~My Verdict~

Very pleased.

My bust measurement put me in the size 10 and I didn't worry about a FBA. I took the chance that would be enough ease and Elsa was happy to take it if it was too small.

I do like Style Arc, it is only my second Style Arc sew but I am a convert.

Not instruction heavy but that is okay with me. The paper pattern are only one size but if you purchase a PDF version it comes with three.

My only real grumble is the ink runs if you press the pattern. I am a pretty pedantic presser and this caused some issues.

I have already sewn another version in a pretty floral lawn and they have nicely filled a gap in my wardrobe.

Thanks for reading xx N