Crafted from a vintage chenille bedspread dating back to the 1940s-1950s, this shirt boasts an eye-catching bright blue color and a unique textured finish. Designed with a boxy fit, this piece features six front buttons and a single patch pocket. Each shirt is hand-mended, showcasing the garment's unique character and history. Ideal for elevating everyday looks, it requires dry cleaning for maintenance.
From the brand: This shirt is made from a chenille bedspread, cira 1940s-1950s. The word
chenille
comes from the French word for caterpillar and refers to a needlework technique that uses tufts of yarn. From the 1910s to the 1950s, the chenille trade flourished across communities in the South and Appalachia. "Tufters," as the makers of chenille called themselves, advertised by hanging their blankets along the highways.
The chenille blanket used for this style was dyed an unusual bright blue. Hand-mending throughout.
Boxy fit
Six front buttons
One front patch pocket
Dry clean only
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All wear, mending, and idiosyncrasies are unique to the original textile.
