I’ve been a fan of Sézane for a couple years now and usually pick up a few items every season. So it goes without saying that I’ve got quite a few pieces in my collection! However, I know that Sézane pieces aren’t cheap and a lot of people have to save up to buy from them. So I thought I’d round up the best pieces to buy from Sézane so that you don’t end up wasting money!
About Sézane
Sézane was born in France in 2013, created by Morgan Sézalory and based on her love of vintage clothing. The idea behind Sézane is to create high-quality, luxury pieces that last a lifetime, available at a fair price. They are also committed to transparency and ethical production at their ateliers. Sézane is also working towards more sustainable practices and materials such as increasing the amount of eco-friendly materials in their clothes, reducing the amount of packaging, and recycling initiatives.
Sézane Essentials
Most of the items I’m featuring below happen to be part of the Sézane Essentials Collection. These are pieces that make up an iconic French Wardrobe and are brought back every year as a part of the Sézane core collection. And it just so happens that my favorite Sézane pieces happen to be a part of the Essentials Collection!
Check out my Sézane Essentials Pt. 2 post for more fall/winter essentials!
What to Buy from Sézane
Gaspard Jumper
The Gaspard Jumper is probably their most popular sweater and can be worn as a cardigan. Not only that but it can be worn forwards or backwards, making this a very versatile piece. It comes in a variety of colors but I love the neutral shades: off-white, grey, and camel. It’s made of a mix of mohair, alpaca, and polyamide giving it a slightly fuzzy texture. (A lot of their knitwear has a similar feel – it’s slightly fuzzy due to the mohair and also a bit stretchy.) I usually buy a size small in their knitwear. I can fit in an XS but I found that I like the slightly bigger fit for my sweaters.
(Tomboy Shirt with Clara Trousers)
Tomboy Shirt
Everyone needs a classic button-up shirt in their wardrobe and the Tomboy is Sézane’s version of the boyfriend shirt. It’s a casual button-up with feminine-masculine vibes. It’s available in white, blue, large stripe, and small stripe and they are all 100% cotton. The fabric of this shirt is more relaxed – it’s definitely not a crisp button-up. And I can’t speak to the feel of the other colors but my blue shirt is slightly textured.
You can also get the Tomboy Shirt embroidered for free! Mine says “Mum of Boys” above! Occasionally, Sézane will offer FREE embroidering on some of their pieces. The Tomboy Shirt, Colette, Will Jacket, and more are eligible!
Florence Shirt
This is a pajama style long sleeve shirt that comes in cute seasonal prints. I have this shirt in a camel colored textured print in 100% silk. The material of the shirt varies depending on what print you choose but a lot of the prints are 100% silk. I’m wearing size 36 which is the equivalent to size 4. This shirt always felt slightly bigger than my other size 36 shirts. But that might be because the V neckline is deeper so I felt a little more exposed.
(Florence Shirt)
Pierro Shirt
The Pierro Shirt isn’t on Sézane’s Essential list but I have two versions of this button down and I love it! It’s a long sleeve button down shirt with a classic collar and straight cut. It’s available every season in different colors and prints. I have it in a silk polka dot print and a textured floral cotton.
(Pierro Shirt in silk and in cotton floral)
Paloma Top
The Paloma Top is a beautiful silk tank with detailed embroidery at the top. It’s usually available in Ecru (off white) or Black and I have it in Ecru. This tank will literally go with any bottom or as a base layer under a jacket or cardigan. I’m wearing it in size 36 (4). The only issue I have with this tank is the straps are very long (and not adjustable). It’s an easy fix though. I just sewed them shorter myself but you could take it to a tailor if you have no idea what to do.
I just bought the Palma Silk Tank – which is very similar to the Paloma – and I actually like the fit better. I didn’t have to adjust the straps at all. And it still has beautiful embroidery details.
(Paloma Tank)
Will Jacket
This oversized denim jacket is definitely a staple piece. It’s a light jacket or overshirt that comes in a variety of fabrics – from denim to suede to linen. But what I love about it is the cut. It just sits so nicely on the body. The length is really great too – not too long and not too short. The Will jacket is released every year in a variety of colors and fabrics and always sells out pretty fast. I was able to pick it up recently in the Indigo Blue color. If it comes back in stock I would love to get the Camel color as well.
Clara Trousers
This is a retro style pant that’s slightly cropped. Technically, they are a 7/8 Trouser which means they hit at the thinnest part of the leg, just above the ankle, so they are very slimming. I love this style because it give me Audrey Hepburn vibes. The Clara trousers are high waisted with a side zip and closure. I picked them up in the Camel Houndstooth print but I also love the Black Houndstooth. I’m wearing the size 6 and they fit perfectly! I was worried they would be a little long because I think Sézane pants run long. The last pair of trousers I got from Sézane were so long I had to hem a couple inches off of them (and I’m 5’8″ so pants are usually never too long on me).
(Gaspard Sweater, Clara Trousers)
Jack Sneakers
The Jack Sneakers are a classic white leather trainer. They come in several different colors and materials but I love the classic white. I also chose the Eyelet Ecru version which has larger laces and gold hardware. The classic jack sneaker has the traditional laces. But I think this updated version is really cute! It’s a little more fun and feminine.
The Jack Sneaker comes in whole sizes. I’m usually an 8.5 or 9 and I went with the 9. I definitely couldn’t have sized down so I would say these run TTS. They are pretty comfortable too. I don’t have a problem wearing them all day.
Anil Jumper
The Anil Jumper is a lightweight knit tee and comes in a variety of colors. At first I thought this tee would be kind of a stiff knit (I don’t know why) so I hesitated to buy it. But I was pleasantly surprised that it’s a very stretchy, lightweight knit. I can comfortably wear it in the summer.
I’m wearing a size small, which is my usual size in Sézane. I do think it runs slightly small so if you are in between sizes, definitely size up. It also depends how you want it to fit. If you’d like it to be form fitting then take your usual size but size up if you want it loose.
Claude Bag
Sézane makes beautiful leather bags and, to be honest, I want them all! The Claude bag was one of my first purchases from Sézane and it’s held the test of time. It’s available every season in a variety of colors. Right now it’s only available in Camel and Pink but usually there are a lot of other colors to choose from. I picked mine up in a beautiful dark green shade. It’s a stiff, vegetable tanned leather so over time it develops a nice patina.
Shop Sézane Essentials
Have you tried washing the Clara trousers yet? I notice that colourway is dry clean only, which is a bit of a deterrent. But they look so beautiful ><
I actually haven’t washed them yet…haha. But I hand wash and line dry all of my clothes – including dry clean only (like silk) – and I’ve never had a problem!
Through your sharing, I am going to buy these clothes to try
Hi! I’ve only just discovered Sézane and am completely in love. Thanks for your helpful post! A question I’m hoping you can help me with – what’s the difference between the tomboy shirt and the pierro? Besides the fact that the pierro sometimes comes in silk. Are they different cuts / fits?
Love your style!
I’m glad it was helpful! I just took a look at the Pierro and Tomboy and the cuts are very similar. The difference is the fabrics – the Tomboy is definitely a thicker cotton. And the Tomboy has a pocket on the front as well. That’s about it!
Thank you so much! This is really helpful. It’s hard to tell just by looking online what the difference is between all their different shirts…
Have you by chance hand washed the pants yet? I’m guessing so since it’s been a year, haha! Your post actually came up because I googled “sezane pants dry clean only tips.” I bought two pants a few months ago and didn’t realize they were dry clean! I want to hand wash them but I’m afraid! So I’m wondering if you have this pair or any of their other trousers and if it was successful! Thanks in advance 🙂
Yes I have! haha… They turned out fine 🙂 I don’t notice any difference. I always hand wash (and air dry) my dry clean only items – even silk.