CUTWORK FLOWER SHIRT

DESCRIPTION

Short sleeve shirt with hand embroidery featuring a round collar and straight hem. Front button fastening. Embroidered “Béhen” detail on the front in yellow.

Madeira embroidery is a meticulous tradition known for its intricate designs inspired by the island's rich flora and culture. It is often used to embellish items like tablecloths and bed linens.

In the early days of Madeira Embroidery production, white thread was predominantly used, with blue and red being more rarely employed. It wasn't until the 20th century that brown thread was introduced. A unique aspect of Madeira Embroidery relates to the secrecy surrounding the designs. Families would carefully guard their embroidery patterns, passing them down from generation to generation.

While Madeira Embroidery factories can be found in Funchal, traditionally, skilled embroiderers practice their craft in their homes, scattered throughout the entire island.

MEASURES - UNIQUE PIECE

Shoulder to Shoulder: 29cm (12,99”) 

Hip: 32cm (12,39”)

Length: 34cm (13,38”)

Sleeve: 11cm (4,33”) 

Chest Width: 32cm (12,39”) 

MATERIAL & CARE

Materials: 100% cotton in off-white

Hand-wash only

This is a unique piece. All mending and signs of time are considered part of the final piece and original fabric

Made in Portugal