Ladies Blue Gingham Shirt, Blue Gingham Blouse

Gingham Shirt

Our tailored blue check Gingham Blouse features a soft collar, single button cuff with a split yoke for comfort around the shoulders. It is produced and made from 100% Egyptian Cotton gingham fabric originating from world renown fine shirting mill Soktas. Available in size 6 to 20, It is part of our extensive new ladies shirt and blouse collection now on sale on our website. For your perfect fit check out our shirt fit guide for women. All our womens shirts are made at our own premises in Suffolk, and qualify for free UK delivery.

What is Gingham?

Gingham is a distinct coloured check pattern on a white background. Traditionally it was cotton but some brands now sell versions derived from cotton blends. Whilst blue was the original colour and by far the most popular it is now found in a wide range of colours.

The Evolution of Gingham

The origin of the word gingham is uncertain and there are at least three theories, none of them proven. When it was first imported into Europe in the 17th century, it was a striped fabric rather than check, but during the 18th century, when the fabric began being produced in Manchester, England, it was produced as a plaid or checked pattern. The striped version faded out in the late Victorian era, whilst the blue check version continued to flourish. Brigite Bardot the famous French Actress got married in a gingham dress, which led to a shortage in France, and in the iconic film The Wizard of Oz, the main character Dorothy wore a gingham dress throughout, pairing the look with a wicker picnic basket. Even James Bond wore a red Gingham shirt on the beach in From Russia With Love!

Today Gingham for men and women is everywhere from shirts, blouses, skirts, dresses as well as clothing for girls, boys and even baby clothes. It is also well known as a tablecloth fabric.

Gingham Tops and Blouses

Gingham shirts for both men and women have been a common sight for a long while. The simplicity of the design means it pairs nicely with a range of accessories and was immediately recognised. A part of many womens wish list, gingham tops are never out of fashion.

Washing your Gingham Cotton Shirt

Your Gingham Shirt is 100% cotton so add it to a cool machine wash or wash by hand if desired. Always check the label on your top for origin and best washing instructions.

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Size and Sustainability

We take sustainability seriously. We use Natural fabrics and made to order which avoid wastage and over stocking. We make garments that are classic designs that are built to last in England and pay our staff properly. One aspect that is crucial in this supply chain Is believe it or not size. We understand the importance of size. We make by hand in traditional tailored sizes for both mens and womens clothing. It means that we do not indulge in vanity sizing prevalent amongst high street stores. To avoid returns and all the transport and re- make issues that follow it is important that you click and view our shirt fit guide guide for measurements to make sure you get the correct size first time when you shop online. The range available covers small to plus size, short to tall and can be viewed on our website. Taking this action will help us in our drive to sustainability which benefits everyone. Thank you for your help.