Plum linen & cable knit shirt – Size 14/16 – 1990s

A charming vintage shirt in a lovely plum/raspberry tone. I particularly love the play of textures: the linen provides a natural look while the cable-knit panels add plenty of depth. The ¾ sleeves and relaxed fit give it a retro vibe that is very easy to wear.

Worn open over a tank top or simply buttoned up with high-waisted jeans, it is typically the kind of piece that adds character to a simple outfit. 

Details:

• Brand: None indicated
• Era: 90s
  
• Labeled size: 48 (vintage sizing)
  
• Estimated current size: 44/46
  
• Materials: 80% linen / 20% cotton – knit parts 100% acrylic
  
• Color: Plum / raspberry
  
• Sleeves: ¾
  
• Closure: Buttons on the front
  
• Condition: Very good condition 

Measurements taken flat

• Armpit to armpit: 57 cm
  
• Shoulders: 44 cm
  
• Sleeve length: 45.3 cm
  
• Length: 61 cm

👗 To help you visualize the fit, I am 1.72 m tall (without heels) and usually wear a size 38.

📏 Since vintage sizes often differ from current sizes, I recommend comparing the stated measurements with those of a similar garment you already own to verify the fit.

Care instructions:

• Wash at 30°C 
  
• Air drying recommended
  
• Cool iron, ideally inside out

A word from Ginette
I have a soft spot for its mix of linen and cable-knit, which is a complete change from the classic shirt. And this color! A lovely retro piece that I would wear simply with jeans, as shown here, to let it do all the work.

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Reference: Chemise04