M&S launches collection linked to Lionesses' Euro 2025 title defence
The 13-piece collection comprises reimagined tailoring pieces and co-ordinating separates embodying 'a stylish, contemporary aesthetic, designed with versatility and easy styling in mind'.
Spanning a neutral colour palette of black, khaki and soft ecru, the tonal collection 'delivers mix and match tailoring options, alongside co-ordinating separates, that layer together to create a limited-edition capsule edit'.
It also offers 'new, modern shapes' from a boxy short sleeve blazer and a-symmetrical waistcoat to an array of trouser options including the pleated Bermuda short, pleated wide leg and barrel leg.
The accompanying campaign features players Beth Mead, Jess Park and Nikita Parris (pictured above) wearing key styles from the collection.
Director of M&S Woman, Maddy Evans, noted that the collection concludes its collaboration with the English FA that has lasted over 18 years.
'It comprises an effortless, modern tailoring edit for spring/summer 2025, that feels authentic to the team and that the players will feel proud to wear. Championing style and versatility and underpinned by new modern shapes it's a collection for an incredible team of women, who are role models to the nation and who we'll be supporting every step of the way.'
So to mark the final 12 months of a current three-year partnership, the limited edition line is now available in selected stores across the UK ahead of the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 taking place in Switzerland next month (2-27 July).
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