Vintage Silk Button Down

Short sleeve, button down silk shirt sourced from one of my favorite second hand shops. Perfect for layering over dresses or a tank and shorts.  Ecoprinted with Eucalyptus leaves.

 

Eucalyptus trees are native to Australia but can be found everywhere in Portugal. They have even been classified as an invasive species here. They grow incredibly quickly, outcompete other plants for water, and burn easily causing many wildfires. Eucalyptus is a very accessible dye plant since the bark (which peels off naturally) can be used for browns and the leaves provide a range of yellow, coral, and orange colors. 

 

Any inconsistencies or variations in color are part of the natural, hand-dyed process. 

 

Material: 100% Silk

Tag read M.

Garments are considered to be a 'one size fits all'. Depending on the fit, you can style accordingly.

Pat is 1.89 m and normally wears an L. 

1. Wash with pH neutral natural soap in cold water. Please note, the first time you wash the garment some extra dye might come out.

2. Dry out of the sun.

Botanical dyes are often referred to as living colour because the shades mature with time.... Fabrics are treated with mineral salts before dyeing to ensure maximum permanence of the color, but following the tips above will extend their vibrancy for years to come.