Marks and Spencer's £24 Velvet Mesh Funnel Neck Top is earning five-star reviews from shoppers who praise its elegant, stretchy fit and versatility with trousers and jeans.
The new-in top, available in sizes 6 to 24 on the M&S website, is currently one of the retailer's most-viewed products. Its description reads: "This long sleeve top from M&S combines a velvet mesh fabric with a funnel neck for extra warmth and texture. Fastened with back buttons, it has a regular fit that makes it simple to dress up or down."
Shopper reviews praise fit and style
Shoppers have flooded the top with praise, with many giving it a perfect five-star rating. One wrote: "Lovely material, really nice fit. Love the top and it goes with anything."
A second said: "Bought this to wear over Christmas/New Year. Stretchy, body-hugging. Feminine, classy and rather lovely. Dress up with black jeans or down for a more casual look."
Another reviewer added: "Very elegant. Very cleverly made with a lining that fits beautifully. Washable too."
Some shoppers note fit concerns
One shopper knocked off a star due to the top being "tight around the bust fit", writing: "This elegant top is a real worker in that it would work for parties, restaurants, theatre outings etc. But would also work with jeans or casual trousers."
They added: "The built in bodice is provides plenty of coverage under the outer net but bra straps will show unless a strapless is worn. There is not a great deal of stretch so I suggest if 'blessed in the bust' going up a size."
Another shopper noted: "Love this top! It's bang on trend and looks super cool on. Just slightly tight in my usual size but not so much that I needed to size up."
Pairing suggestions for festive looks
For a party ensemble, the top can be paired with M&S's £30 Velvet Pull On Wide Leg Trousers, available in sizes 6 to 24 in three lengths and two colours: Black and Bitter Chocolate.
Another option is the £28 Sparkly High Waisted Wide Leg Palazzo Trousers, available in Silver and Chocolate, offering a sophisticated alternative to sequins. For those wanting sequins, M&S's £45 Sequin Tie Front Lace Top is also available.
For dress options, Joe Browns' Liliana Printed Velour Dress costs £65, while Roman's Velvet Cornelli Shift Dress is normally £70 but available for £52.50 with code AFRPLC25Q226 for new shoppers, or £63 with code SPARK for existing customers.
