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linen blouse FRANCESCA, chemise blouse, historical blouse

This oversized linen shirt is inspired by historical undergarments and everyday shirts worn from the 16th through the 19th centuries. Its construction draws on older garment traditions: a relaxed cut, dropped shoulder line, gathered neckline, and full sleeves shaped through volume rather than close tailoring.

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This oversized linen shirt is inspired by historical undergarments and everyday shirts worn from the 16th through the 19th centuries. Its construction draws on older garment traditions: a relaxed cut, dropped shoulder line, gathered neckline, and full sleeves shaped through volume rather than close tailoring.
Can be made from medium-weight or light-weight linen, the shirt features a tie neckline, subtly gathered back, and gathered sleeves finished with elastic, double-layer gathered cuffs. The overall silhouette is loose and practical, echoing the function and simplicity of historical shirts.
While adapted for contemporary wear, the design keeps a clear connection to earlier clothing forms, making it suitable for those drawn to historical dress, folk clothing references, and timeless linen garments with a heritage character.

Hand wash or machine wash on a cool cycle. Dry flat. Use a hot steam iron if needed.

— ABOUT THE SHIRT —
•Fabric: 100% linen, OEKO – TEX Standard 100 certified
•Laundered linen
•Gathered long, billowy sleeves
•Elastic wrists
•French seams
•One size, bust (including ruffles): 164cm / 64″
•Length from the shoulder to the bottom: 70cm / 27.5″
•Recommended bust between 86cm-110cm / 34″-43.3″
•Color: COTTAGE GINGHAM/medium weight; FROST GREY / light weight; LOGWOOD / medium weight. More colors available.

— PROCESSING TIME —
Made to order. Please allow 3-4 weeks for your order to be crafted. Thank you so much for your patience.

If you are in a rush, the Francesca blouses in Cottage Gingham and Frost Grey are already made and ready to ship. Please go here:
Frost Grey https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/4510506446/linen-blouse-francesca-chemise-blouse
Cottage Gingham https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/4510506614/linen-gingham-blouse-francesca-chemise

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With Love,
Egle & Gintaras
Knock Knock Linen

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Linen
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Long sleeve
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V-neck
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Linen

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