Herzens Angelegenheit

Beautiful silk prints are at the heart of Herzen's Angelegenheit, from expressive botanical and floral patterns to more unexpected combinations of animal prints, waves and graphic motifs. Alongside its distinctive printed silk, the German label is loved for beautifully made cashmere and merino knitwear, creating an effortless wardrobe that feels luxurious without being overly formal.

Founded in Bremen in 2009, Herzen's Angelegenheit is now known simply as HERZENS. The name translates as “a matter of the heart”, which feels particularly fitting for a brand built around expressive design, beautiful fabrics and clothes you genuinely want to wear.

At Jane Young, we love the way HERZENS brings personality to sophisticated dressing. The collection combines relaxed, comfortable silhouettes with eye-catching prints, making it wonderfully easy to wear whether you're dressing for work, a special occasion or simply want something beautiful for every day.

If there is one thing that immediately catches your eye about HERZENS, it is the print. The collection has a wonderfully expressive approach to pattern, with designs ranging from delicate botanical and leaf motifs to waves, postcard-inspired graphics, florals and equestrian prints. There are also clever combinations of animal print and pattern, giving some pieces a more confident, contemporary feel.

The beauty of these prints is that they do not need much competition. A beautifully printed silk blouse can quite happily become the focal point of an outfit, paired simply with tailored trousers, dark denim or a beautifully cut skirt. If you're wearing a particularly expressive pattern, choosing one or two quieter colours from the print for the rest of your outfit is an easy way to make everything feel pulled together.

Alternatively, think of your printed blouse as a layer. Worn underneath a cashmere cardigan or blazer, just a glimpse of the pattern can add interest to a much simpler outfit. This is particularly useful if you love colour but don't necessarily want to wear a statement print from head to toe.

HERZENS calls its relaxed approach to fit ‘comfy luxury’, and it is an apt description. The silk pieces are 100% silk, with silk twill confirmed among the collection's fabrics, while generous blouses and tunic shapes allow the prints to fall naturally rather than feeling restrictive.

At Jane Young, this is exactly why we love printed HERZENS pieces. They make getting dressed feel a little more interesting, without asking you to completely reinvent your wardrobe.

At Jane Young, we have always believed there is something to be said for buying beautifully and buying well. HERZENS fits naturally into that philosophy, with the brand itself placing emphasis on pieces designed to become long-lasting favourites rather than garments you wear once and forget.

The collection uses luxurious natural yarns including cashmere and merino wool, while its silk pieces are designed to retain their beauty over many years when properly cared for. These are the kinds of fabrics that reward you for looking after them, becoming familiar and much-loved parts of your wardrobe.

HERZENS also presents four collections each year rather than constantly chasing newness, allowing its designs to feel considered rather than disposable.

For us, that makes the brand particularly appealing if you're looking to buy less but choose better. A beautifully printed silk blouse that works for work, weekends and occasions, or a quality cashmere knit you'll reach for year after year, can earn its place in your wardrobe far more easily than a succession of pieces that only work for one season.