While Max Mara has you covered from 9-5, Sportmax is a quieter, more refined affair suited to after dusk. Cue the material of the season; AW16’s trend for voluptuous velvet sees this round neck top shine with gentle lustre. Long-buttoned sleeves evoke the kind of ancient romanticism associated with the fabric while a peplum waist narrows the silhouette with gentle pleats. Style it with wide-leg trousers and coloured heels and the look is complete.

• Sportmax velvet top
• Concealed zip fastening at back
• Round neck, long sleeves, buttoned cuffs, peplum waist, signature jewel at back yoke
• 82% viscose, 18% silk
• Hand wash
• True to size
• Size 8: Length 30"