The BRETON 01. A Navy icon. Soft, yet structured and 100% organic. There's real substance and authenticity to our BRETON JERSEY - that sweet spot between a jumper and a t-shirt, weighty but not too much. Taking the traditional Breton shape - slightly tapered arms and just off-the-shoulder seams - we've tweaked the fit to ensure it retains a nostalgic silhouette yet is distinctively modern and easy with a feminine edge. A subtle relaxed fit with a small side split at the hem and a wide crisp flattering neckline. Take your usual size or size up by one for more slouch.
A true-to-size, classic fit Breton, with the classic wider crisp neckline. A straight fit with a subtle dropped shoulder.
While it was demanded that a 'true' French navy uniform Breton have 21 stripes in 1858 to mark each of Napoleon's victories, we've adjusted that to 20 - to ensure the spacing between the stripes delivers a flattering, effortlessly-finished look.
Take your usual size for a fit as shown in the images. See the Size & Fit Guide above for more information.
Crafted from 100% Organic Cotton that is soft yet structured. The thickness of the organic cotton gives the piece a luxury cool feel.
100% ORGANIC COTTON Made with Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) Cotton, sourced from certified spinners.
Made in Portugal.
Organic cotton is a natural fibre and should be washed with care.
Wash cold, (cotton doesn’t like hot water) on a gentle setting with the garment turned inside out and with similar colours.
When a cotton garment is first washed, it is possible that a little shrinkage will occur - around 5%. This is due to the natural characteristics of the cotton fibre and it will stable after the first cold gentle wash.
We advise avoiding using fabric conditioner because it can clog the fabrication, permeating the fibres - which causes the material to lose its natural softness. Make sure to remove your garment from the washing machine promptly and reshape gently when wet.
After reshaping while damp, dry flat and provide a warm iron after washing so that its structure and shape remains at its best.
Each jersey item comes in a recycled paper bag and is shipped in boxes made from post-consumer waste in the UK.
- Free worldwide shipping on all orders of £300+. - Order by 1pm for UK Next Day Delivery. - Complimentary UK returns within 14 days.
Sally Newton is an artist based in Hampshire. Her work looks at the natural world with form and texture. Beautiful landscapes, calming and mesmerising.
The LABEL
A limited-edition label. A woven re-creation of the beautiful coastal landscape specially commissioned by Navygrey.
The ART
'Salt' by Sally Newton. Oil on paper. A special-edition landscape. A celebration of coastal hues. Each order will receive a postcard showcasing the full piece of art.
Navygrey's Breton
Stripes with staying power. Always chic, forever in style. The kind of classic you live in.
Designed with an Easy fit, not too fitted nor relaxed. For everyday ease and elegance.
Subtle dropped sleeves that aren't too relaxed ensuring there is still a structure, yet relaxed feel.
Falls to the hips, perfect for tucking or or wearing loose and gently draped.
The model in by the window, Viktorija is a size 08UK and wears a Navygrey S. The model wearing the BRETON JERSEY tucked in, Andrea is a size 10UK and also wears a size Navygrey S.
We recommend you take your usual size, unless you're after a more slouchy fit, in which case we suggest sizing up one size.
If you are narrow shouldered, we do not recommend sizing up, due to the nature of the drop sleeve.