A stunning restored Edwardian blouse (c. 1900–1910) in fine white cotton, featuring an extraordinary density of fine pin-tucks across the entire bodice and a small frill stand collar with lace edging. The voluminous bishop sleeves gather into elasticated cuffs, creating a dramatic, billowing silhouette that is quintessentially Edwardian at its most expressive.
What makes this piece truly unique is the restorer's inspired intervention: the original button placket has been remade using a vintage pink and white pinstripe cotton — a charming and characterful detail that peeks through the front opening, adding a playful pop of colour and pattern to an otherwise all-white piece. A perfect example of visible mending as creative practice — the repair becoming part of the design.
- Era: Edwardian, c. 1900–1910
- Fabric: White cotton; reworked placket in vintage pink and white pinstripe cotton
- Details: Dense pin-tucked bodice, frill stand collar with lace edging, voluminous bishop sleeves with elasticated cuffs, reworked vintage stripe button placket
- Restoration: Button placket remade by the restorer using vintage pinstripe cotton
- Condition: Restored; visible mending present
- Quantity: One of a kind — only 1 available
How to style it
- Tucked in: Tuck into a high-waisted skirt to show off the voluminous sleeves and let the striped placket peek through
- With wide-leg trousers: A relaxed, romantic combination with the sleeves as the focal point
- Belted: Add a wide belt over the blouse to define the waist and create an hourglass silhouette
- For a special occasion: The bishop sleeves make this an unforgettable choice for a wedding, shoot, or event
For the slow fashion lover, the visible mending enthusiast, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of a garment that has been given a second story.