Breton shirts
Breton shirts
Fit guide

Breton shirts

The Breton stripe top isn’t just a basic — it’s the essential. A true icon of the maritime wardrobe and of the SAINT JAMES collection, it pairs effortlessly with any style. Versatile and timeless, it remains a wardrobe staple. Yet finding the perfect fit is not always easy. That’s why we offer different options to suit every preference and need.

Whether you’re looking for a fitted cut to wear your Breton stripe top close to the body or a looser fit for greater comfort, this guide will help you understand our different fits, their specific features, and find the style that suits you best.

Breton shirts for men

Minquiers Breton shirt

Classic & soft

Minquiers Breton shirt

Understated, classic and comfortable, the Minquiers Breton shirt is perfect for those looking to combine comfort with a maritime style. Made from soft cotton, it is breathable and easy to wear. Its classic straight cut suits all body shapes, making it a wardrobe essential.

For a perfect fit, choose your usual size.

This is a unisex style.

Méridien Breton shirt

Authentic & timeless

Méridien Breton shirt

With its authentic carded cotton, the Méridien Breton shirt is the most traditional of our marinières. Its heavier cotton gives it a closer fit, making it ideal for those who prefer a silhouette-enhancing cut, enjoy layering, or appreciate a more textured feel.

For added comfort, you may choose one size up from your usual.

This is a unisex style.

Levant Breton shirt

Summery & comfortable

Levant Breton shirt

A short-sleeved version of the Minquiers model, the Levant Breton shirt is ideal for those who want to wear the marinière even in the summer sun. Made from soft cotton, it is breathable and comfortable. Its classic straight fit suits all body shapes, making it a wardrobe essential.

For a perfect fit, choose your usual size.

This is a unisex style.

Naval Breton shirt

Traditionnal & authentic

Naval Breton shirt

The Naval Breton shirt is the closest to those worn by sailors as part of their uniform: plain panels at the top and bottom of the body, an open boat neckline, slightly shorter sleeves, and a straight yet comfortable fit.

Made from the same soft cotton as the Minquiers model, but in a heavier weight, it offers the perfect balance between the softness of the Minquiers and the authenticity of the Méridien. It is the ideal choice for those seeking a truly authentic marinière, as close as possible to traditional styles.

For a perfect fit, choose your usual size.

This is a unisex style.

Breton shirts for women

Minquidame Breton shirt

Soft & comfortable

Minquidame Breton shirt

The Minquidame Breton shirt is the women’s version of the Minquiers model: simple, classic, and comfortable. Its fit remains straight and timeless, with a slightly A-line shape to gently follow the hips. Adaptable to all body types, it is a wardrobe essential.

For a perfect fit, choose your usual size.

Méridame Breton shirt

Authentic & fitted

Méridame Breton shirt

The Méridame Breton shirt, made from authentic carded cotton, is the most “marine” of our women’s marinières. Inspired by the men’s Méridien model, it is more fitted than the Minquidame, with a slightly A-line shape at the hem to gently follow the hips.

For extra comfort, you may choose one size up from your usual size.

Etrille Breton shirt

Summery & classic

Etrille Breton shirt

The Etrille Breton shirt is the short-sleeve version of the Minquidame. Simple, classic and comfortable, it features a straight, timeless fit with a slightly A-line shape at the hem to gently follow the hips. Its short sleeves make it perfect for sunny days or to layer under a jumper in autumn.

For a perfect fit, choose your usual size.

Naval Breton shirt

Authentic and iconic

Naval Breton shirt

The women’s Rochefort jumper, inspired by the men’s Rochefort, retains the authentic sailor jumper codes with its re-stitched round neck, 1x1 rib knit, and shoulder buttoning. Unlike other women’s models, its buttons are not metal but feature a brown leather effect. It feels thicker than the Marée, Cancale, or Brégançon jumpers, yet remains just as soft, as it is knitted in the same Merino wool. Its straight cut gives it a more masculine, authentic look—perfect for those seeking a “true” sailor jumper in a feminine version.

For a perfect fit, choose your usual size.

All our Breton shirts