Some fashion pieces are truly evergreen. The LBD, I’m looking at you, and the same can be said of a trench coat and the Breton top. These pieces all fall into the forever wardrobe family and form a core of pieces that will always look chic. Their popularity ebbs and flows from season to season, but they’re always in fashion: you’ll never put a foot wrong if you opt for one of these styles.

The boho lace blouse very much falls into this category. I have owned multiple versions over the years and it has always been a game changer. The beauty of it comes down to its versatility. Although it’s a feminine and pretty piece, it looks best styled with khaki or denim. Dressing it down is key, and it’s why it fits into my minimalist, androgynous wardrobe that would usually have a ‘hard no’ policy on frills or lace. The colour helps, too: bright whites or neutral creams seem to complement any look and add a crisp freshness that stops it looking fussy.

Another plus is that the shape is flexible. ‘Boho lace blouse’ is a very loose brief – it can be slimline or trapeze-shaped, have shoulder frills or a fancy neckline – so you can pick the shape to suit your needs. The delicate feminine detailing can be a fresh broderie anglaise detail, simple cotton ruffle or antique lace. In short, it’s easy to make the look your own.

The best boho blouses: an everyday essential for summer and beyond