Some blouses are merely pretty. This one has something extra. The fabric is a sheer baby blue that is light against the skin and luminous in daylight. But it is the buttons that stop you. Faceted, crystal-clear and catching the light like tiny cut glass, they run down the centre front placket and turn what could have been a simple blouse into something genuinely special and these are the kind of details that make vintage unique. Someone chose those buttons carefully, and it shows. The blouse is cut with a fitted, seamed body that follows the figure without being snug, finishing at the hip with a neat straight hem. The collar is a clean pointed style that sits beautifully open or under a jacket. Short sleeves with a turned cuff finish.

The sheerness of the fabric means it works beautifully as a layering piece over a camisole or slip in a contrasting colour, or worn as is in the spirit of the era it came from. Tuck it into a high-waisted midi skirt in striking white or a perfect denim and let the blue float above. Wear it open over a fitted ribbed tank or wear it under a sharply tailored blazer in black or rust for a work look that no one else in the office will have. Try it with wide-leg linen trousers in sage or sand for a casual lunch. The baby blue in this blouse is one of those rare shades that genuinely goes with almost every colour in the spectrum, warm or cool.

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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Private Collection AU
Label: n/a

Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acrylic/Acetate) wash and wear
Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age and love
Care: Cool gentle machine wash inside out or hand wash, line dry

Modern Size Indicator*: 10 - 12
Measurements*: Bust 40 cm, Waist 36 cm, Hip 38 cm (laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: n/a

Fit: Fitted, seamed body with straight hem, hip length
Fixture: Original crystal-look faceted buttons
Features: Sheer baby blue woven spot fabric, pointed collar, short sleeves with turned cuff, centre front button placket, fitted seamed body

NOTE: For best fit, we recommend comparing measurements with a similar garment you already love. We are always happy to confirm additional details prior to purchase. Sale Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices. Please note: we believe the most accurate representation of the colour is shown in the fabric detail swatch (image 2) and the button closeup image (image 8).