You open your wardrobe, glance at the weather, and nothing looks right. We've all been there when the warmer days return. At Maje, the spring/summer collection answers with three key threads: denim, floral prints, and a silhouette that embraces masculine-feminine mixing. Let me take you through it.
A quick note before we start: I haven't worn these pieces. What follows is based on the collection, rather than tried and tested on you or me.
Denim shorts are back in charge
Skirts are receding, and denim shorts are moving in. Mini or more covering, raw, faded, frayed: it's the cut that does the work more than the trend. A high waist structures the silhouette and lifts the bust, while a lower rise lengthens the leg. Look closely at the drape — slightly rigid denim holds its line, whereas soft jersey sags.
On the fabric front, look for GOTS-certified organic cotton. The label guarantees fibre traceability and the absence of toxic substances at certain stages of processing. It isn't a promise of total sustainability, but it is verifiable — and better than 'responsible cotton' with no proof.
Floral print can be the whole look
Liberty print never really went away. At Maje, it covers belted dresses, to be worn with strappy sandals. A floral dress is a total look in one move: you add nothing, or almost nothing. A well-calibrated print is enough to carry the silhouette, so there's no need to add more with accessories.
How to layer a loose top with a structured jacket
The oversized T-shirt is the foundation of everything. Without it, a tailored jacket can look too strict. With it, the mood relaxes instantly. That's the trick: a loose top under a fitted jacket lets the silhouette breathe. Same logic for masculine-feminine — a very feminine skirt, a loose T-shirt, and a blazer with defined shoulders over the top.
Only one voluminous piece at a time. Loose top, clean-lined bottom; full bottom, close-fitting top. And for your denim: cold wash, inside out, air dry. The fibre breaks down less quickly.
The season's colours
Nothing loud. Light shades dominate: white, beige, powder pink, pale blue, paired with khaki, taupe and grey. Light trousers and an embroidered blouse make a look that works without effort. And hems are turned up, from skinny to wide-leg, with no fixed rule.
Breton stripes, denim and chunky accessories
The Breton top continues its work. At Maje, navy stripes pattern a white lace top. The large bag accompanies the mini shorts: a chunky accessory contrasts with a minimalist look, and that contrast is what makes the outfit interesting. Denim, meanwhile, is worn as a jacket, shirt, skirt or jeans. Bleached and very faded grey remain the most interesting versions.
Bohemian scarves and wedges
The long bohemian scarf is tied loosely around the neck. The jewelled headband slips into the hair with a retro feel. And the strappy sandal remains the warm-weather ally: a fine strap refines the foot, while lacing rises up the ankle and lengthens the leg.
What it costs
In a Maje store, expect to pay around £100–£250 for a dress or fitted jacket, £90–£180 for denim, and £120–£250 for a pair of strappy sandals. Prices vary depending on fabric, cut and timing: at the end of the season, sales often knock 30 to 50% off.
On the pre-owned market, a second-hand Maje piece tends to sell for £30–£80. New high-street labels offer organic cotton denim for around £30–£60. You can find all of this in store, at multi-brand retailers, in department stores or online.
Sources
- Maje, official site — maje.com
- GOTS, Global Organic Textile Standard — global-standard.org
- ADEME (French Agency for Ecological Transition), publications on the environmental impact of textiles — ademe.fr
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