{"product_id":"1900-1910s-german-antique-cotton-blouse","title":"1900-1910s German antique cotton blouse","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAntique German cotton blouse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDates from around the 1900s to 1910s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eYou might be thinking I'm releasing a lot of items all of a sudden,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ebut thanks to a wonderful encounter with the German couple who are dealers that I’ve mentioned before,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eand because the response was better than expected, I was able to acquire more for the shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAntique lace is just wonderful, isn't it? Having been influenced by my mother, who worked in this field full-time, I personally love it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis particular blouse has a unique collar shape, and I love how understated the ruffles are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSince there is plenty of ruffle at the hem, it’s fun to layer it under a knit and let it peek out from the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWith cutwork adorning the sleeves, hem, and bodice, it's a piece where you can really enjoy the sheer aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOf course, lace from this era was all made by hand. Cutwork lace requires cutting patterns with scissors after the fact, then finishing and reinforcing every edge—I always shudder to think of the incredible amount of work that went into creating every single one of these holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eI also appreciate that this is a shirt-jacket type that can be worn open. The Dorset buttons made with cotton thread are also, naturally, all handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe sleeves feature beautiful tape lace, but I suspect there may have originally been ruffles or something similar attached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt was likely damaged at some point and neatly trimmed at the tape, resulting in slightly shorter sleeves, but this actually makes it easier to show off bracelets, and you can wear it without worrying about getting them wet while working (a very specific situation, I know, haha). I think this is a charming point all on its own!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt also looked cute with a bit of the sleeve showing when I wore a turtleneck underneath in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn all the time I’ve spent buying in France and America with my mother,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eI’ve always associated France with the gold standard for antique lace blouses,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ebut the appeal of German blouses is that the cotton fabric is incredibly sturdy, making them unparalleled for actually wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGenerally, blouses from this era are so old that the fabric has weakened, making them prone to tearing, too delicate to wash, or otherwise very difficult to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eI personally own many blouses that I’ve had to stop wearing over the past few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThat’s why I think this blouse is truly wonderful, given its condition and fabric quality despite its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBecause the lace isn't as fragile as tulle, you can wash it in a regular washing machine—the fabric is so tough you could even bleach it if it got stained. (This one has already been bleached.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlso, the bodice is made of a rare cotton fabric with a pattern woven directly into it. It’s not flimsy at all; it has a nice, substantial weight to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you prefer an antique blouse that isn't too ruffled and has just the right amount of sweetness, I highly recommend this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhile there are many recent items from the 80s and 90s that recreate antique styles, they just can't compete with the texture of the real thing. Since these are very limited in number, I definitely suggest grabbing one while you can find them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs always, I truly recommend this piece. Please take a look!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Has been washed once.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e送料・税込みの料金です \/ World Shipping And Tax Including Price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eModel height - Model height 167cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMaterial - Material cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize - Size fits M\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMeasurement on flat - Flat measurement (cm)\u003cbr\u003eLength Length 62\u003cbr\u003eWidth Width 52\u003cbr\u003eShoulder width Shoulder width 37\u003cbr\u003eSleeve length Sleeve length 48.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition - Condition: The top button and the middle button show some damage (the frame-like part of the button has come off). They still function perfectly fine, but please be aware of this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOTO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50161688543575,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/3097\/3881\/files\/IMG_0748_b68ef297-5d41-4a27-b7d3-f15e00fda49f.jpg?v=1741786630","url":"https:\/\/totocz.com\/en\/products\/1900-1910s-german-antique-cotton-blouse","provider":"TOTO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}