Nocturne No. 2 Popover

This popover blouse features fine tessellation pleating, a single piece of fabric folded in multiple directions to create a repeated geometric shape. It is a celebration of shirtmaking and a disappearing craft.

The front and back panels of this blouse are stitched flat to hold the key points of the pleats, permanently fixing the shapes at the bust and high back, as well as creating a horizontal foundation for this architectural garment. 

With side panels to add volume, this popover has a swishy, boxy fit. It is built to surround your body with a shield of intricate beauty, running adjacent to your form, not defining it. Your body can move freely within, with no fear of anything being revealed. The dropped square neckline is stately and sexy all at once. The lantern sleeve has one prominent box pleat facing outward, creating a bloom at the bottom of the sleeve. This provides a balance of volume, complementing the overall A-line shape of the shirt. The sleeve is finished with a blind hem, a favorite among old-school tailors and dressmakers. 

This shirt crosses the line from clothing into sculpture. Its lines are defined by the construction, not by the body. Enjoy the freedom this provides you.