Tops

Vescartes tops: jerseys and lighter layers

Not every day calls for a heavyweight hoodie. Vescartes tops give you the same design approach in a lighter garment, with knitted and classic jerseys at £100 that work on their own in spring and summer, or as a mid layer under a jacket when it turns. They are the pieces that quietly fill the gaps in a wardrobe.

The collection

The nation jerseys are the heart of the range, covering England and the England Knitted Jersey, Brazil, Brazil Away, Brazil Crest and Brazil Knitted, plus France, Germany Knitted and Argentina Knitted designs. Alongside them, the Blossom Jersey carries the same floral artwork found across the wider collection.

Knitted or classic

The choice comes down to texture and how you plan to wear it. The knitted jerseys have more surface interest and a slightly smarter feel, which makes them a good standalone piece over clean denim when you want to look put together without trying. The classic jerseys are lighter and more relaxed, better suited to layering under a jacket or wearing on warmer days.

Both sit in the same price bracket at £100, so it is genuinely a style decision rather than a budget one. If you are buying your first, the knitted option tends to cover more occasions.

Fit and fabric

Tops are cut as a modern regular fit, designed to sit cleanly without clinging or swamping you. Take your usual size for that fit, or size up one for a looser, more relaxed drape, which works particularly well with the knitted pieces. As always, the specific measurements for each design are on its product page.

Being lighter than the hoodies, these are the pieces that carry you through spring and autumn, and they layer neatly under a jacket in colder months without adding bulk across the shoulders.

How to wear them

A jersey with dark, clean denim and simple trainers is about as easy as good outfits get. If you want the top to lead, keep the bottom half plain; if you are wearing statement denim, a quieter jersey balances it. Under a jacket in autumn, a knitted jersey adds warmth and texture where a plain tee would look flat.

Care

Jerseys and knitwear last longest with gentle treatment. Wash inside out on a cool, gentle cycle, and reshape the piece while damp before drying it flat or on a hanger, which keeps the shoulders from stretching. Avoid the tumble dryer entirely. Airing between wears means you can wash less often, which is the single best thing you can do for any knitted garment.

Buying in the UK

Every top ships with free shipping UK wide, tracked, with no customs charges or import fees. There is up to 30% off across the range while the current offer runs, and returns go to a UK address for easy size swaps. Our team is happy to help you choose between the knitted and classic styles through the contact page.

Common questions

Do the tops fit true to size? Yes, take your usual size for a regular fit or size up one for a looser drape. Knitted or classic, which should I choose? Knitted for texture and a smarter standalone look, classic for lighter layering. Can I wear them under a jacket? Yes, they layer neatly without bulk. Do you ship across the UK? Yes, with free UK shipping on every order.

Nation jerseys explained

The nation jerseys are the most recognisable part of this category, and they work on two levels. If the country means something to you, that is reason enough. But even without the connection, the designs stand on their own as colour blocked, sporty pieces that break up a wardrobe dominated by black and grey. The knitted versions in particular read more as fashion than football, which makes them easy to wear day to day rather than only on a match day.

Spring and summer wear

Lighter tops are what make a heavyweight wardrobe usable year round. When it is too warm for a hoodie but you still want a piece with some presence, a jersey over clean denim covers it. In high summer, the classic jerseys work on their own; in spring and early autumn, the knitted options give you just enough warmth for cooler evenings without needing a jacket. Two or three of these tops will genuinely carry you through the warmer half of the British year, which is more than can be said for most heavyweight pieces.

Building a rotation

If you are starting from nothing, two tops in different tones cover most situations: one darker piece that works with almost anything, and one with more colour or texture for when you want the top to lead. Add a third once you know which of the two you reach for more often. Because these sit at the same price point, you can build the rotation gradually without a large outlay, and each new piece multiplies the outfits you can make from what you already own rather than just adding one more.