I remember a time when roll necks were something I lived in. Jumpers mostly. I remember a grey knitted on and a blue fluffy one that constituted part of my daily uniform along with bootcut jeans and a pair of Vans. There's something really safe about a roll neck, you can't accidentally expose yourself or fall prey to a draft bringing on a chill.



This Piper soft cotton top from Lighthouse brings back all the good memories of my mid teens. Long sleeves and a relaxed fit. Back in those days I wouldn't have dared wear these shorts, maybe a micro mini skirt (or the skirt over trousers look, remember that trend?!) .  But it feels good to pop on a semi tailored pair of shorts, belt and air my legs for almost certainly the last time this Indian summer. I've never been especially into stripes before but I recall with clarity my beloved zebra striped trousers from the early noughties, gulp.

It's starting to get a little sticky underfoot so ankle boots may have to make way for the occasion outing of wellies, boo!


Over the coming months I will definitely be layering this top under shirts and jumpers to add a good cosy layer and ensuring that should the sun pop out that I can soak it right up.

Are you a fan of a roll neck? I'm blowing the trumpet for all to follow!

Sophie
A big thank you to Lighthouse Clothing for sending me this top to feature. All opinions and content my own