HAND-SEWN FORMAL SHIRT IN FINE CLASSIC BLUE 100s 2-PLY POPLIN

A simple, entirely hand-sewn, formal shirt in a very fine classic blue cotton poplin with a classic English collar. The shirt has a button placket, no breast pocket and shirred cuffs. Our formal shirts have a classic tailored silhouette, they are not fitted nor too roomy, the sort of shirts that you can have on and go about unencumbered. This shirt, with time, becomes an extension of you. Meant to be worn tucked in, however, you can choose the length you want. A pattern will be cut and the shirt made for you once you order and submit your measurements.

• FABRIC

  100% long-stapled Egyptian cotton, loomed in Italy. A very fine fabric with a thread count of 140s.

   

• CONSTRUCTION

  The shirt was crafted entirely by hand, essentially as it was a hundred years ago, using nothing more than a sewing machine, some thread and a needle. Stitching is durable and the shirt is made to last.

  – The seams are flat-felled, meaning once sewn, turned over and sewn again to make them stronger.
  – The sides are strengthened by hand-sewn gussets.
  – The shirt has a split yoke in the back.
  – The collars and cuffs are softly constructed by hand and are unfused.
  – The back of the collar has a heavier fabric inserted to keep it straight.
  – Misaligned sleeve and side seams for an ease in movement.
  – The buttons are mother-of-pearl and sewn by hand on to each shirt.

   

• MILL

  This fabric was spun by a small family-owned mill in Italy.

   

• CARE

  For a long life of the shirt, it’s best to hand wash and lay it flat to dry. Can also be machine-washed or dry cleaned.

   

• SHIPPING

  All shipping is free. We use USPS as our main courier. We strive to deliver your order in roughly two weeks. Please bear in mind that ordering made-to-measure, hand-made clothing from a family-owned workshop is not the same as ordering a mass-produced item for quick delivery from a fulfillment facility.
  We carefully fold our clothing down to create small packages that help reduce our carbon footprint. Our packaging does not use any plastic. This helps reduce waste and keep our prices low. All the paper we use for wrapping and shipping can be recycled.
  To help us reduce waste and environmental harm without reducing your enjoyment of your purchase, please be sure to iron or steam each piece back into shape when you receive it in the mail.

   

• LIFETIME REPAIRS

  Whenever your article of clothing needs some repair, mail it to us. We’ll mend it and send it back to you at no cost.

   

• CIRCULAR LIFE

  As all our clothes are made of natural fibers, whenever you feel your article of clothing has lived its useful life, send it back to us. Almost all parts of it can be upcycled.