1930s/40s Romanian Blouse

1930s/40s Romanian BlouseA beautiful Romanian or Eastern European folk blouse dating to approximately the 1930s1940s, handmade using traditional regional textile techniques that had been passed down through generations. Pieces like this sit in that fascinating space between folk costume and early modern fashion deeply rooted in regional dress traditions, yet remarkably contemporary in silhouette and texture. Constructed from a combination of heavily textured crinkle cotton

or belted for a more defined silhouette

lightweight cotton in a rich deep purple tone

with usual

sharp lapels and a flattering fitted waist

There is some gentle patchiness to the colour

Measurements (please fill in)

this jacket has no closures and falls naturally at the front

it can also be worn by a size S for a slightly more relaxed

linen separates or flowing skirts

A beautiful original 1940s dress in a striking navy floral print

revealing tonal variations created by the dyed nature of the leather

with a subtle “coat of arms” effect