Blouse - 1960s Japanese Silk Noil & Victorian Pearl
Japanese silk noil c. 1968 still has stamps and handwriting from customs, seen on the shoulder and cuff of the sleeve of this blouse. This shirt is designed to be worn tucked or untucked and is an obvious conversation starter. Inspired by female adventure, it pairs well with denim or maxi skirts of any variety.
Fabric
100% Japanese silk, bleached white, "Red" grade, purchased from Kenzar's Department Store in Shimabuku, Okinawa in 1968. Purchased by a military man for his wife. Fabric has been marked by customs to allow it to travel out of Japan.
Buttons
Victorian mother of pearl buttons, intricately carved, c. 1900-1910
Sizing Details
This blouse is a Medium, which means it is designed to accommodate U.S. sizes 2 through 8. View our detailed size chart and int'l sizes here. The measurements of this specific garment accommodate a bust of up to 42" and a waist of up to 36". It is approximately 24" long in the front and 26" long in the back.
Japanese silk noil c. 1968 still has stamps and handwriting from customs, seen on the shoulder and cuff of the sleeve of this blouse. This shirt is designed to be worn tucked or untucked and is an obvious conversation starter. Inspired by female adventure, it pairs well with denim or maxi skirts of any variety.
Fabric
100% Japanese silk, bleached white, "Red" grade, purchased from Kenzar's Department Store in Shimabuku, Okinawa in 1968. Purchased by a military man for his wife. Fabric has been marked by customs to allow it to travel out of Japan.
Buttons
Victorian mother of pearl buttons, intricately carved, c. 1900-1910
Sizing Details
This blouse is a Medium, which means it is designed to accommodate U.S. sizes 2 through 8. View our detailed size chart and int'l sizes here. The measurements of this specific garment accommodate a bust of up to 42" and a waist of up to 36". It is approximately 24" long in the front and 26" long in the back.
Japanese silk noil c. 1968 still has stamps and handwriting from customs, seen on the shoulder and cuff of the sleeve of this blouse. This shirt is designed to be worn tucked or untucked and is an obvious conversation starter. Inspired by female adventure, it pairs well with denim or maxi skirts of any variety.
Fabric
100% Japanese silk, bleached white, "Red" grade, purchased from Kenzar's Department Store in Shimabuku, Okinawa in 1968. Purchased by a military man for his wife. Fabric has been marked by customs to allow it to travel out of Japan.
Buttons
Victorian mother of pearl buttons, intricately carved, c. 1900-1910
Sizing Details
This blouse is a Medium, which means it is designed to accommodate U.S. sizes 2 through 8. View our detailed size chart and int'l sizes here. The measurements of this specific garment accommodate a bust of up to 42" and a waist of up to 36". It is approximately 24" long in the front and 26" long in the back.
ABOUT THIS PIECE
1968 Japanese silk noil & 1900 Victorian mother of pearl buttons
Soft, light silk noil with a nubby texture traditional for this fabric. Features the original custom stamps from 1968 allowing the fabric to leave Japan!
Designed & made in Houston, Texas
