…………………………..If you have ever been to Venice in the spring and summer when the weather is warm enough for the Gondoliers to wear their BOLD STRIPE TEE SHIRTS, it is really something to see. ALL of the licensed Gondoliers wear the same short sleeved Tee or a 3/4 sleeve striped polo with a solid collar in different stripe colors. It is a requirement, but a beautiful vision………………..This GONDOLIER SHIRT, A349653, was inspired by the many men who don these brightly colored stripe tees……The body is a classic men’s type shirt with a classic collar and stand, bust darts for shape and balance, a button front, and a long sleeve with a button cuff. There are very deep side slits too…..The XXS is approx. 28 inches long…….You can order your usual size, but I can even see going up one size if you want that slightly OVER SIZED look…..The fabric is a VERY SILKY blend of 98% poly and 2% spandex. It is a very COOL, LIGHT DRAPY fabric that just flows. I have used this silk like fabric before to great success. I know that the great majority of you will absolutely LOVE it, as it is like wearing nothing……..Wear it as a shirt or as a shirt jacket as shown above. I have the Linea WHITE V Neck cotton Tee, A308450, paired with the SAPPHIRE PANT, A265615. To accessorize I have chose my multi color BROOCH NECKLACE, J390523 and EARRING…..The earring is now sold out, but a simple pearl stud will work or my RED DROP from the Confetti necklace set. There are so many colors in the necklace that I know it won’y be difficult to find something…..even my gold hoop would be good……For an option pile on my new FANTASY FISH!!!…….This is a shirt that will bring a smile to your face………………………….enjoy………………………….much Love…………………………….Louis
I’m crazy for this shirt as well as your love affair with Venice. You have brought back many nostalgic memories of sipping wine in the Piazza and people watching. We had wanted to marry in the Basilica San Marco, but ended up at the Vatican. Venice is a magic place to be in love. Thank you for sharing these treasured memories.
designista….,you gave me a good laugh! “Ended Up’ at the Vatican…..not too shabby!…but I do know what you mean about Venice!
I have to be honest, I wasn’t immediately drawn to this stripe top; however, now seeing it styled with the sapphire pants, I think it looks fresh and fantastic.
Caroline, I’m sure I don’t have to tell you STRIPES are what’s happening. You will love wearing it completely open as a shirt jacket with the sleeves rolled up and a tank…..preferably with a Fantasy Fish or two…LOL…It’s breezy and light.