Reviews of Venus Linen Top
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SIZE: Small COLOUR: Laguna
Thanks to the lovely video in which Jo showed the Laguna version of this top I was delighted to purchase, and I was guided by her to choose a smaller size for a more fitted look. I am actually a 12-14 but the small suits me really well and looks semi fitted and neat. This is a beautifully made top and it looks gorgeous with jeans.- Susan (14/10/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Acid Yellow
Lovely shape and colour. A little see through.- Jane (09/08/2023)
SIZE: LL COLOUR: Acid Yellow
Love the lime colour but wish I had ordered a size down as it’s quite baggy and doesn’t look good on my apple shaped body. A few tweaks on the sewing machine have made it look more flattering.- Deborah (19/07/2023)
SIZE: Small COLOUR: Aquarius
I bought the Vivienne skirt in Periwinkle and Aquarius and wanted a co-ordinating top, and the Venus top in Aquarius was my choice. I decided on the Small size after reading the reviews instead of my usual Medium, and it fits very nicely. The length is good to wear with trousers and soft enough to tuck into my Vivienne skirt. The soft lightweight linen fabric seems ideal for hot days and the pretty summer colour to wear with … whatever.- Carole (14/07/2023)
SIZE: LL COLOUR: Coral
Love this top, the neckline is perfect. I could probably have sized down but love the relaxed style. I took this top on holiday and wore it in 34deg Celsius heat sight seeing and it was so light and comfy to wear. Really want Laguna as well. Slightly expensive but it is linen based- Selena (02/07/2023)
SIZE: Medium COLOUR: Regatta Blue
Beautiful top in lovely quality linen material. I bought it in the blue colour which is a rich blue and not too bright. The V neck is just right and the top drapes really well and doesn’t cling. It is very flattering and I hope to buy another in a different colour.- Michelle (22/06/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Laguna
I love the shape of this top. It drapes beautifully and the laguna colour is gorgeous, but it is very see-through. Even with flesh coloured underwear, the uneven weave of the fabric gives the appearance of a lacy bra showing through. Sadly I returned it. Also, I consider it to be very expensive.- Sheila (17/06/2023)
SIZE: Medium COLOUR: Laguna
I bought this top in Laguna last week and it's perfect for the current weather. In fact, I'm so pleased that I've ordered it in Raspberry and Aquarius. It's a lovely top.- Lizzie (16/06/2023)
SIZE: Small COLOUR: Smokey Rose
This is a really nice new style. Good size V neck, short sleeves just long enough to cover up the wobbly bits and generous sizing. So generous in fact that I had to size down from my normal Medium to a Small. The Smokey Rose colour is absolutely gorgeous! I think I will wear this top a lot, probably my new go to!- Judy (24/05/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Raspberry
This raspberry is a stunning colour on which I received 2 compliments the first time I wore it! The top is lovely quality linen. It’s a little oversized which works for me and I also wear a cami underneath (as I expected from the photos). Highly recommend it.- Caroline (16/05/2023)
SIZE: LL COLOUR: Regatta Blue
STUNNING TOP!!! The most perfect fit for my short Apple shape. Fits so well I will be buying more colours. The v neck sits just right, the longer and wider length is a godsend (even though I’m 5ft2, I like my t’s to cover my tummy…much more flattering to have a butt covering length ) and the material is perfect almost year round in Queensland. Most of my kettlewell t’s grip around my Apple belly…this one skims over it perfectly and manages to magically smooth me out!- Michelle (28/04/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Aquarius
Love this top. I just bought in Aquarius having already bought a Raspberry one. Love the drapey fabric - think it looks expensive. The colours have a great saturation. Most of all, I love how it flows over my lumpy apple belly. If you are slimmer it could be tucked in with no bulk. I tried it with bright navy lace-trimmed vest underneath and my bright navy Betsy trousers. I think it's a winner! P.S. It's about 3 inches wider at the bottom than other tops I ordered at the same time, like the everyday scoop neck and the cotton slash-neck which are too tight and show my rolls of flesh. This top skims over them nicely! Be aware, the V neck is quite deep.- Jill (21/04/2023)
SIZE: LL COLOUR: Laguna
Fabulous colour , quality and style . Will probably invest in another colour at some point . Wish there were cotton ones in this relaxed , longer style to bring the price down though .- Sharon (14/04/2023)
SIZE: LL COLOUR: Laguna
Fabulous colour , quality and style . Will probably invest in another colour at some point . Wish there were cotton ones in this relaxed , longer style to bring the price down though .- Sharon (14/04/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Smokey Rose
I haven’t worn or washed it yet so too early to properly review. However I like the cut and LOVE the colour - looking forward to some warmer days in order to try it. Quite pricey but you can’t get that colour anywhere else.- Jan (10/04/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Smokey Rose
I haven’t worn or washed it yet so too early to properly review. However I like the cut and LOVE the colour - looking forward to some warmer days in order to try it. Quite pricey but you can’t get that colour anywhere else.- Jan (10/04/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Dark Emerald
Love the emerald green linen top. Relaxed shape is comfortable without looking dowdy. Beautiful rich color.- L T (06/04/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Smokey Rose
The smokey rose is a beautiful muted pink that is perfect for a (HoC) summer. The linen fabric is soft and drapes nicely. The vneck is a bit low, but I would always wear a camisole underneath anyway just to make sure my bra isn't showing. I'm 5'11 and it is long enough to tuck in. I ordered size L which is my usual size and it comes up a bit large, but not overly so. I'm giving the value 4 stars because it is l little bit pricey. But the quality us excellent.- Rita (03/04/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Smokey Rose
Love the linen tops. They are soft, loose fitting, wash nicely and are easy to wear. As with the one from last year, this one will get a lot of wear once we start getting the warmer weather.- Valerie (31/03/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Raspberry
I will pretty much echo the previous review. I also bought Large as I do in almost all KW purchases. Initially I too thought the V was too low, but swivelled it about a bit and it's fine although I might have to be careful which bra I choose with it. I can't risk a Medium as I have an apple belly and the Large keeps that a secret. I'm 5'3" and the length is not too long. I love the raspberry colour and the fabric, which is quite fluid and drapes beautifully. I think I will wear it a lot once the weather is warmer. I may also send for the aquarius blue. Although I'm a Winter, I don't like green on me and certainly not yellow, so I won't choose those. Personally, I'd like the sleeves just a tad longer as my age is causing the tops of my arms to look crepey, but that's just being picky! Overall this top is a winner!- Jill (29/03/2023)
SIZE: Large COLOUR: Smokey Rose
I bought two of these, the other one is in Laguna. I am 5' 8" tall and busty (36FF). The fit is generous on me, but I think a medium would have been a bit tight across the boobs. The large gives me the option to wear something underneath. The fabric drapes well, and the garment looks sophisticated with its slight sheen. The V is quite low, but not indecently so, and in these colours the slight opacity of the fabric is not a problem. Love the Smokey Rose!- Rosie (01/03/2023)
