ARCHIVE BY ALEXA
The Harry Blouse
Product code: T438786J
About this style
Blossoming in the 1980s through the New Romantics era, the ruffle blouse has always had a particularly vintage, Victorian look and feel. This ruffle blouse is beautifully designed with a high neck and square shoulders.
Details & care
Details & care
Item details
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Model Height: 5ft 11"/180cm
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Model is wearing size: 8
Fit and style
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Slim fit
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Gathered and pleat detail
Composition
100% cotton
Care
Wash at 40°C delicate
Do not bleach
Tumble dry medium temperature
Iron at medium temperature
Professional dry clean
Delivery, collection & returns
Delivery, collection & returns
Delivery
Standard
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Collection
Collect from store
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Returns
UK returns
Free
Exclusions apply
Full delivery and collection informationOur returns policyReviews (34)
Too small
Yes, I recommend this
I ordered the size 8 as 10 was out of stock, unfortunately it was too small. Lovely blouse & a great bargain in the sale.
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What a disappointment!
No, I don't recommend this
I remember the '80s the first time round but was actually interested in this blouse for its Edwardian look. As it was part of a collection, "Archive by Alexa" (selected by a young woman with a supposed eye for fashion) I expected it to be particularly stylish. Boy was I wrong! It looked grim when I received it, having ordered it online. The fabric seemed to be a poor quality and the frills were crushed flat - I can imagine the hours of ironing needed to get the blouse to look reasonable. I liked the detail and the little buttons but they couldn't save this cheap-looking garment. The sizing was also big so it made me look even bigger than I am, with the frill hanging off my shoulders and the sleeves over my hands. Took only seconds to decide it had to go back.
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Bit disappointed
No, I don't recommend this
Have been eyeing this shirt up for ages and so happy when it came into the sale but it's short and see through and doesn't look as good as I thought so I sent it back!
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Lovely but..
Yes, I recommend this
Excited to receive but quite a boxy shape therefore looked better out than tucked in. Very stylish unfortunatly had to return as the sleeves were way too long.
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cool blouse
Yes, I recommend this
well made, on point fashion, very wearable, ave one in pink and white
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Classic and fashionable...
Yes, I recommend this
This is a brilliant blouse and beautifully Victorian. I always like to mix up my style up with a timeless yet classic piece and this blouse is just that; I know that this blouse will be in my wardrobe for years to come! Being size 12, I ordered that size and it fits me perfectly. The frill along the top of the blouse does stick out a little too much at the ends but I suppose it makes the blouse stand out. I will team this blouse up by tucking it into some skinny blue jeans, navy blue wedges and an oversized bag; maybe a sleeveless jacket too or a blazer. I feel that this blouse needs minimal accessories; maybe some simple studs in the ears. To be truthfully honest, the possibilities of what this blouse can be worn with, are indeed endless. I also purchased Alexa's grey Effie skirt with the pleats after seeing the blouse tucked into the very skirt. However, when I tried the blouse with the skirt, it looked rather like a Victorian costume than a fashionable look; I still kept the skirt for other looks. Overall, I am happy and incredibly amazed at why there are many of this blouse still left in the sale! I am rather disappointed that the light pink of this blouse went out of stock so quickly.
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Let down by the buttons but beautiful all the same
Yes, I recommend this
First bought a 16 because of reviews, too big. then bought a 14, perfect fit. Lovely vintage look. Guess what? I tried it back to front and it works but will be too shy to go out like that. The buttons at the back are a total failure. Luckily, my long hands can do them up but I will have to tighten the buttons because they look prone to falling out.
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Just What I Needed
Yes, I recommend this
This blouse is exactly what I was looking for and am glad I was guided by reviews as I would have ordered normal 12 but went for 14 which is perfect so it is a small fit. I will wear this a lot - just perfect! I'm a but gutted it is now in the sale at £8! however my purchase has made me very happy and a welcome addition to my wardrobe.
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Timeless Classic!
Yes, I recommend this
After reading few reviews, I ordered 2 shirts, 1 in my size and 1 size up as many reviewers were complaining about the size saying it was too small. I returned the bigger size as size 14, which is usually my size, fits me perfectly! I love the blouse and yes, it is a bit tricky to close, but not impossible. I love this shirt and I am happy I managed to buy it during the sales. I recommend.
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signature piece
Yes, I recommend this
I wanted this blouse since the first time I saw it and it was worth it!Sooo romantic and the fit was great. I wish I had bought it in pink too.
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Very pleased!
Yes, I recommend this
Great design and fit. I would say it came up rather small. I'm a 12, sometimes a 10, but I had to get a 14 in this blouse. Bought it both the white and the pink. Well done to M&S for designing a collection for younger shoppers and I hope this collaboration carries on!
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A sweet blouse.
Yes, I recommend this
A whimsical, on-trend blouse cut from soft cotton with vintage-inspired details such as a pie-crust collar and ruffled cuffs. The sizing was small and I took a size up to usual. It looks great tucked into high-waisted jeans and A-line mini skirts. I received lots of compliments when wearing for the first time and am looking forward to wearing it again with hair up to accentuate the sweet button detail at the back of the neck.
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So disappointed!
No, I don't recommend this
I loved the style of this blouse - perfect for wearing both casually and for a dressed up look. However, on the first occasion that I put it on, the buttons at the back of the neck were impossible to secure. With help, I managed to fasten them but when it came to taking the blouse off, they were completely impossible to undo. When my daughter finally managed to prise the buttons open 20 minutes later (breaking her nail in the process) , I noticed the button loops on the back were noticeably inconsistent in size. Unfortunately I had to return the blouse because I would never have managed to open and close on my own. Otherwise the style and fit of the blouse was lovely, so very disappointed !
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M&S loyal shopper
No, I don't recommend this
Loved the style and the fact that it was 100% cotton but too tight round the bust and the sleeves.Sadly had to return it.
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Lovely blouse
Yes, I recommend this
Very fashionable blouse looks great with jeans. A little tight on the arm cuffs but otherwise very happy with it. Have received lots of compliments.
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DIFFICULT CLOSURE
No, I don't recommend this
I'M SURE YOU'VE HEARD THIS BEFORE BUT THE BUTTON OPENINGS ARE VERY DIFFICULT MAKING IT NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO GET DRESSED BY YOURSELF - WHY? POOR DESIGN
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LOVE the 80's style ...... BUT
No, I don't recommend this
I adore this beautifully styled blouse & all the pretty details...... However, not keeping as in my opinion it's poor quality cotton making it uncomfortable also I'm a classic size12 it's too small.
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Bad fit
No, I don't recommend this
the yoke piece and frill didn't sit right on a size 6
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The harry blouse
No, I don't recommend this
I'm usually a size 14 in m&s tops and I had to order a size 18 to fit me lovely to look at but not good quality cotton .disappointed
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At last
Yes, I recommend this
I've been looking for a Victorian style blouse in good quality cotton for ages. For me it's perfect in every way. I love it!
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