Original Breton shirt - Women White

Our iconic Breton shirt for women

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Size large : choose one size smaller than your usual size for a more fitted style

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Made in Portugal

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  • Description

  • Size and fit

  • Composition

Our iconic Breton shirt Gauvain easily adapts to your different outfits. The Breton shirt is known for having conquered the runways of Paris Fashion Week. This navy blue striped Breton shirt is made of soft, thick cotton, making it comfortable to wear all year round.
Made in Portugal, this Breton shirt is synonymous with quality and style.

Teresa is 1.65 m tall and wears a size S model.

-Regular coupe

-Long sleeves

- Embroidered logo

100% combed cotton

Designed in Paris
Made in Portugal

100% thick cotton
220g/m² fabric softer and more durable

A classic for life.
Great durability and timeless style

Committed purchase
1 item purchased = 1€ for bird protection

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LA MARINIÈRE

A story that lives on

The Breton Shirt (marinière) was created in Brittany to protect fishermen from the cold and water. It was crafted from low-absorbency Breton cotton to give them freedom of movement. The design avoided seams and buttons so sailors wouldn’t get caught in the ropes. According to legend, the distinctive stripes also helped spot men who had fallen overboard or were performing risky maneuvers.

On March 27, 1858, the Breton Shirt became the official uniform of the French Navy, and precise design standards were established: a striped pattern in indigo blue and white, with 21 white stripes (20 mm wide) and 21 blue stripes (10 mm wide). Legend has it that the 21 stripes symbolized each of Napoleon’s victories.

Although Coco Chanel was the visionary who brought it into the fashion world in the 1920s, it was Jean Paul Gaultier who truly embraced and reimagined it through his collections, turning it into an iconic garment and a must-have in every wardrobe.

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Craftsmanship

The secret is in our hands

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MATERIALS

The making of each garment begins with the careful selection of raw materials. Every Breton Shirt is crafted from high-quality cotton: soft and breathable, helping the garment maintain its shape while allowing the skin to breathe and offering unmatched comfort.

For this collection, we use combed cotton, which provides a smoother texture without compromising its exceptional quality.

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Region

Our workshops are located in France and Portugal, two countries renowned for their textile heritage and excellence in haute couture.

 

This collection is produced in the north of Portugal, in a small town that has a rich heritage in the making of high-quality clothing.

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KNITTING

At the heart of our Breton Shirts is tricot, a tightly knit, compact technique created on circular or flat knitting machines. These machines alternate cotton yarn spools to form the iconic stripes while producing a fabric that is both strong and flexible.

In some cases, the garment is made as a single tubular piece, meaning the body has no side seams. This enhances both comfort and durability. Tricotage is an essential part of the process, as it defines the garment’s strength, comfort, and signature design.

Thanks to the tricot technique and our use of the highest quality cotton, we can guarantee excellence in every piece.

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Cutting

Cutting the Breton Shirt requires precision and the skilled hands of our artisans to ensure that each piece maintains its structure and iconic appearance. Once the fabric is ready, it is carefully laid out so the stripe pattern aligns perfectly.

Our artisans trace the patterns by hand, making sure the lines remain continuous without distorting the fabric. Then, they make three manual cuts: front and back body, sleeves, and collar, achieving a flawless finish. Before moving on to assembly, each piece is inspected again to ensure that the stripes remain perfectly aligned.

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Tailoring

In the final stage of production, our artisans assemble each part of the Breton Shirt: the body, the sleeves, and the collar. With exceptional precision, they align each stripe so the seams match perfectly, preserving the harmony of the design. The stitching, done by hand, not only reinforces the structure but also enhances its handcrafted quality.

In this process, tradition and precision come together to ensure a flawlessly made garment. The result is an iconic piece that blends durability and comfort with timeless design, reflecting the true spirit of the Breton Shirt.

AUTHENTICITY

Sets Us Apart

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Striped T-shirt

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High-quality cotton, thick and soft, 220 g/m².

Standard cotton (160 g/m²) or synthetic fabrics.

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Uniform, woven directly into the fabric.

Misaligned lines, overlapping and easily fading.

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Handmade for a precise fit.

Machine-made without alignment.

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Traditional techniques used.

Basic weaving or printing techniques.

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Made in haute couture workshops in France and Portugal.

Mass production in distant countries

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Retains its shape even after multiple washes.

May lose its shape, stretch, or shrink.

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Compliance with environmental regulations

Non-compliance with regulations.

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Fair compensation for artisans

No control

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Donations for the protection of seabirds.

No initiatives in sustainable development

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Customer Reviews

Based on 23 reviews
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Gowly Home Leitrim
Fab top

Easy to order and arrived on time and perfectly presented

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Blanca De la Calle Gomez

Muy bien todo

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Maria Bordoli

He vous remercie pour votre précision et ponctualité.
À bientôt.
Maria Bordoli

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Susanna Tisler
Beautiful & Comfy

I love this piece. I wear it, wash it and wear it again and again. Hapy with my purchase!!

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BOBBIE PUTTRICH
Love it

Cozy with a nice fit.

Reviews in Other Languages

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Nicole Lefaivre
Soft and warm

I always swore on st James
For a
Marinière but your is great too.

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Maritel Asuncion
Mariner shirt

It’s exactly what I was looking for. I got a large, I didn’t want it to be tight. Perfect Mariner shirt. Excellent quality. I plan to get another color.

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Cathlen McGrevey
Excellence in design.

Classic fit and style. My new forever top!

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Original Breton shirt - Women White

$83.00
ONLY 17 LEFT
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