The "bOaN series" Red Berries Yellow Checkered Shirt -L
One-Of-a-Kind UPCYCLED Shirt from our bOaN Series Project
Our designs ensure that you will be the sole individual in the world adorned with these unique pieces, a true statement for your spring and summer wardrobe. Each piece is a beautiful blend of old and new textiles! We respect the original details of each raw material used, seamlessly incorporating them into the final design. Preserving the brand name of each raw material when available, and the nostalgia of vintage and antique linens, this garment is a testament to the timeless beauty of vintage craftsmanship and modern creativity.
The Story Behind the Garment
This unique piece started with an Effegi man’s shirt I handpicked at Amsterdam's Saturday vintage market. Paired with a delicate antique placemat from Rognac, France, once owned by Catherine and her mother, both treasures shared beautiful yellow hues. Inspired by these finds, I reworked the shirt in our new studio in Amsterdam, adding delicate pleats to the left front and transforming the placemat into a charming patchworked pocket. The result is a one-of-a-kind garment, blending timeless vintage elements with modern creativity. You can check out the full story of the design further down the page, along with the before and after process.
The Final Design
This long asymmetric button-down shirt features a structured collar and a full-length button placket. Crafted with delicate pleats on the left front, it creates a graceful drape. The cherished placemat was transformed into a charming patchworked pocket, complete with tiny hand-sewn pleats to complement the shirt's design. Designed for both style and comfort, it boasts a refined silhouette that extends slightly longer than the traditional cut, offering versatility and a touch of modern elegance. Perfect with your staple summer spring pants, skirt, or shorts.
Why it’s perfect for you:
Unique Touch: Your Blouse is truly one-of-a-kind, crafted exclusively for you.
Detailed Craftsmanship: Every element from vintage linens is carefully preserved and incorporated into the upcycled design, including trims , or embroidered details.
Vintage Transformation: Upcycled from two exquisite pieces.
Artisanal Creation: Meticulously handcrafted in our studio in heart of Amsterdam.
Ethical Sourcing: Textiles are responsibly sourced* in EU (NL, FR, SP, IT, GR) and transformed within the Netherlands. (* Most of them is handpicked by the owner)
Versatile Sizing: Though labeled Size L, it accommodates S to M/L (small Large) sizes, depending on your preferred fit. (See measurements details below)
Elegant Lining: No
Maintenance: Dry Cleaning or Machine program in a delicate program or Handwashing max 40° C, iron with protection (low temperature)
Time-Intensive Process: Crafted over 5+ hours, involving mending, deconstruction, pleats making, sewing , new button holes and hand sewing buttons and the pocket all around.
Modeled Style: Worn by a model in size Small (170 cm).
Please refer to the measurements listed below:
All measurements are taken flat in cm:
44cm shoulder to shoulder / 58 cm underarm to underarm (bust) / 63cm sleeve length from the shoulder line / 74 cm and 57 shoulder to hemline (asymmetric length) / 57cm waist
Patchworked design: 22x 25 cm, 17x 12cm (pocket opening)
One-Of-a-Kind UPCYCLED Shirt from our bOaN Series Project
Our designs ensure that you will be the sole individual in the world adorned with these unique pieces, a true statement for your spring and summer wardrobe. Each piece is a beautiful blend of old and new textiles! We respect the original details of each raw material used, seamlessly incorporating them into the final design. Preserving the brand name of each raw material when available, and the nostalgia of vintage and antique linens, this garment is a testament to the timeless beauty of vintage craftsmanship and modern creativity.
The Story Behind the Garment
This unique piece started with an Effegi man’s shirt I handpicked at Amsterdam's Saturday vintage market. Paired with a delicate antique placemat from Rognac, France, once owned by Catherine and her mother, both treasures shared beautiful yellow hues. Inspired by these finds, I reworked the shirt in our new studio in Amsterdam, adding delicate pleats to the left front and transforming the placemat into a charming patchworked pocket. The result is a one-of-a-kind garment, blending timeless vintage elements with modern creativity. You can check out the full story of the design further down the page, along with the before and after process.
The Final Design
This long asymmetric button-down shirt features a structured collar and a full-length button placket. Crafted with delicate pleats on the left front, it creates a graceful drape. The cherished placemat was transformed into a charming patchworked pocket, complete with tiny hand-sewn pleats to complement the shirt's design. Designed for both style and comfort, it boasts a refined silhouette that extends slightly longer than the traditional cut, offering versatility and a touch of modern elegance. Perfect with your staple summer spring pants, skirt, or shorts.
Why it’s perfect for you:
Unique Touch: Your Blouse is truly one-of-a-kind, crafted exclusively for you.
Detailed Craftsmanship: Every element from vintage linens is carefully preserved and incorporated into the upcycled design, including trims , or embroidered details.
Vintage Transformation: Upcycled from two exquisite pieces.
Artisanal Creation: Meticulously handcrafted in our studio in heart of Amsterdam.
Ethical Sourcing: Textiles are responsibly sourced* in EU (NL, FR, SP, IT, GR) and transformed within the Netherlands. (* Most of them is handpicked by the owner)
Versatile Sizing: Though labeled Size L, it accommodates S to M/L (small Large) sizes, depending on your preferred fit. (See measurements details below)
Elegant Lining: No
Maintenance: Dry Cleaning or Machine program in a delicate program or Handwashing max 40° C, iron with protection (low temperature)
Time-Intensive Process: Crafted over 5+ hours, involving mending, deconstruction, pleats making, sewing , new button holes and hand sewing buttons and the pocket all around.
Modeled Style: Worn by a model in size Small (170 cm).
Please refer to the measurements listed below:
All measurements are taken flat in cm:
44cm shoulder to shoulder / 58 cm underarm to underarm (bust) / 63cm sleeve length from the shoulder line / 74 cm and 57 shoulder to hemline (asymmetric length) / 57cm waist
Patchworked design: 22x 25 cm, 17x 12cm (pocket opening)
One-Of-a-Kind UPCYCLED Shirt from our bOaN Series Project
Our designs ensure that you will be the sole individual in the world adorned with these unique pieces, a true statement for your spring and summer wardrobe. Each piece is a beautiful blend of old and new textiles! We respect the original details of each raw material used, seamlessly incorporating them into the final design. Preserving the brand name of each raw material when available, and the nostalgia of vintage and antique linens, this garment is a testament to the timeless beauty of vintage craftsmanship and modern creativity.
The Story Behind the Garment
This unique piece started with an Effegi man’s shirt I handpicked at Amsterdam's Saturday vintage market. Paired with a delicate antique placemat from Rognac, France, once owned by Catherine and her mother, both treasures shared beautiful yellow hues. Inspired by these finds, I reworked the shirt in our new studio in Amsterdam, adding delicate pleats to the left front and transforming the placemat into a charming patchworked pocket. The result is a one-of-a-kind garment, blending timeless vintage elements with modern creativity. You can check out the full story of the design further down the page, along with the before and after process.
The Final Design
This long asymmetric button-down shirt features a structured collar and a full-length button placket. Crafted with delicate pleats on the left front, it creates a graceful drape. The cherished placemat was transformed into a charming patchworked pocket, complete with tiny hand-sewn pleats to complement the shirt's design. Designed for both style and comfort, it boasts a refined silhouette that extends slightly longer than the traditional cut, offering versatility and a touch of modern elegance. Perfect with your staple summer spring pants, skirt, or shorts.
Why it’s perfect for you:
Unique Touch: Your Blouse is truly one-of-a-kind, crafted exclusively for you.
Detailed Craftsmanship: Every element from vintage linens is carefully preserved and incorporated into the upcycled design, including trims , or embroidered details.
Vintage Transformation: Upcycled from two exquisite pieces.
Artisanal Creation: Meticulously handcrafted in our studio in heart of Amsterdam.
Ethical Sourcing: Textiles are responsibly sourced* in EU (NL, FR, SP, IT, GR) and transformed within the Netherlands. (* Most of them is handpicked by the owner)
Versatile Sizing: Though labeled Size L, it accommodates S to M/L (small Large) sizes, depending on your preferred fit. (See measurements details below)
Elegant Lining: No
Maintenance: Dry Cleaning or Machine program in a delicate program or Handwashing max 40° C, iron with protection (low temperature)
Time-Intensive Process: Crafted over 5+ hours, involving mending, deconstruction, pleats making, sewing , new button holes and hand sewing buttons and the pocket all around.
Modeled Style: Worn by a model in size Small (170 cm).
Please refer to the measurements listed below:
All measurements are taken flat in cm:
44cm shoulder to shoulder / 58 cm underarm to underarm (bust) / 63cm sleeve length from the shoulder line / 74 cm and 57 shoulder to hemline (asymmetric length) / 57cm waist
Patchworked design: 22x 25 cm, 17x 12cm (pocket opening)
The Story Behind the Garment
This unique piece began its journey at the bustling Saturday vintage market in Amsterdam during 2023, where I handpicked an exquisite Effegi brand shirt made in Italy. The shirt, with its soft yellow shades, immediately caught my eye.
My next treasure was a beautiful antique placemat from Rognac, France. The placemat, also adorned in yellow hues, was part of a set belonging to Catherine, a lovely woman who shared stories of her mother’s beloved linens. The smaller placemat, intricately embroidered with red berries and bordered with antique handmade lace, inspired me deeply.
For a couple of days, I envisioned how these two elements could come together in harmony. Then, the idea was born: incorporating pleats throughout the design. I crafted delicate pleats on the left front of the shirt, creating a graceful drape. The cherished placemat was transformed into a charming patchworked pocket, complete with tiny pleats to complement the shirt's design.
The result is a one-of-a-kind, wearable art piece that I am incredibly proud of. The abstract pleats and the intricate pocket detail create a beautiful, flowing silhouette.
Reworked with love in our new studio, this garment is a testament to the timeless beauty of vintage craftsmanship and modern creativity.
Designer and Maker: Katerina
The raw material cost around 65 euros.
Crafted and made by Katerina, who mended, and hand washed the designs, deconstructed, and cut the material.
We hope you find this story intriguing and enriching. Wrap yourself in yellow shades.
Wear it with joy for years to come and then add your story to it and give it to your loved ones.”
Love (and Flowers)
FW team
Made to Last Tip: Maintain the beauty of your investment with dry cleaning or gentle handwashing at a maximum of 20°C, accompanied by low-temperature ironing.
Styling Tip: Wear it with skirts or denim pants!!
Color: Yellow
Composition: 100% recycled Cotton
Button front closure
Note: Every textile is prewashed prior the deconstruction process begins. Vintage textiles may come with minor flaws due to pre-loved usage. Color of product may slightly vary compared to photo due to lighting. Please enjoy and appreciate this item with its character.
Reworked Vintage one off items are FINAL SALE and are not returnable.
If you would like additional info/images prior to final purchase, please reach out to info@fitolojioworkshop.com
Check the size guide for assistance or email us for a custom size available: info@fitolojioworkshop.com
From Upcycled Collection : The raw materials and our making process