English embroidery, the star of elegance and refinement

Always on the lookout for the latest trends, our Actuelle fashion experts have found a noble and elegant fabric that will seduce you with its refinement: embroidery anglaise.

The history of English embroidery

Even if it is called English embroidery, this fabric comes to us more widely from the United Kingdom, Scotland and Ireland in particular. Popular during the second part of the 19th century, English embroidery was used for women's underwear and children's clothing. Abandoned, it finds its letters of nobility in the 50s where a revival of the English embroidery takes place.
The English embroidery is very quickly distinguished for its fresh and summery aspect, synonymous with the beautiful days and delicacy, which makes it a a summer must-have for any fashionista. Its bucolic style brings a real freshness to your look! The English embroidery is distinguished by its many floral and plant motifs, which gives it its feminine aspect. It is a fragile material, however, which requires special care and attention.

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How to wear embroidery anglaise?

To keep up with the trend and look stylish in any circumstance, you can build your look based on an embroidered piece in the English style. The style that works perfectly is the mix of materials and colors. For example, you can opt for an embroidered top or blouse paired with raw or white jeans. Embroidery anglaise is usually pristine white, so you need to create contrast to enhance the garment. Our Actuelle stylists have made many tops and blouses in embroidery anglaise, in color or white. Our embroidery anglaise top Billy, available in white or navy blue, offers the elegance and femininity that will sublimate all women and body types.

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The broderie anglaise is also sublimated on an even stronger piece like a dress. Fall for the dresses embroidered dresses from Actuelle, like our Prisca or Elsa models. Accessorize your style with a bag, a hat and a pair of sandals and you'll adopt a fresh look, perfect for this summer.


The English embroidery is a must-have trend for the summer. Find all our pieces in English embroidery, made by our stylists of the Actuelle team. In order to complete your wardrobe, Actuelle regularly renews its collections to offer you the most beautiful creations according to the seasons, the latest trends and especially your desires.