Hand-stitched from raw, unbleached French linen, this beautiful 19th-century nightdress speaks softly of simpler days. Embroidered with the initials “S P” at the chest, it was designed for easy comfort—with long sleeves, an open neckline, and a loose, flowing fit to keep warmth close on chilly nights, yet airy enough to catch the breeze in summer. In its time, these linen chemises often doubled as light country dresses when the days grew warm.
French linen has a quiet magic all its own—woven from flax and known not just for its strength, but for how it softens and mellows with every passing year, holding the memory of each hand that touched it.
With sweetly gathered cuffs and neat little slits at the wrists, once used for simple cufflinks, this chemise carries endless possibilities: wear it just as it is, reimagine it as a summer dress, or dye it to make it truly your own. Every detail is finished by hand, from its careful hems to the graceful drape across the shoulders—a piece that blends usefulness with quiet beauty.
I measure all garments laid flat, so the actual fit may be slightly smaller once worn. For the best comparison, I recommend measuring a similar piece from your own wardrobe in the same way.
Material: The shirt 100% linen; the collar 100% cotton
Size(cm): W148 L92 W armpit to armpit 67.5*
*I measure all garments laid flat, so the actual fit may be slightly smaller once worn. For the best comparison, I recommend measuring a similar piece from your own wardrobe in the same way.
Condition: In exceptional condition for its age. There are a few small splits to the inner cotton neckline, not visible when worn and easily mended.
Hand-stitched from raw, unbleached French linen, this beautiful 19th-century nightdress speaks softly of simpler days. Embroidered with the initials “S P” at the chest, it was designed for easy comfort—with long sleeves, an open neckline, and a loose, flowing fit to keep warmth close on chilly nights, yet airy enough to catch the breeze in summer. In its time, these linen chemises often doubled as light country dresses when the days grew warm.
French linen has a quiet magic all its own—woven from flax and known not just for its strength, but for how it softens and mellows with every passing year, holding the memory of each hand that touched it.
With sweetly gathered cuffs and neat little slits at the wrists, once used for simple cufflinks, this chemise carries endless possibilities: wear it just as it is, reimagine it as a summer dress, or dye it to make it truly your own. Every detail is finished by hand, from its careful hems to the graceful drape across the shoulders—a piece that blends usefulness with quiet beauty.
I measure all garments laid flat, so the actual fit may be slightly smaller once worn. For the best comparison, I recommend measuring a similar piece from your own wardrobe in the same way.
Material: The shirt 100% linen; the collar 100% cotton
Size(cm): W148 L92 W armpit to armpit 67.5*
*I measure all garments laid flat, so the actual fit may be slightly smaller once worn. For the best comparison, I recommend measuring a similar piece from your own wardrobe in the same way.
Condition: In exceptional condition for its age. There are a few small splits to the inner cotton neckline, not visible when worn and easily mended.
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