What we have here is our newest favorite neckline, added to a brand classic. It fits just like our Picnic Top through the body, looser when true to size but lightly curved to define the waistline. It's a neckline we've spotted in vintage Hepburn films and Mad Men. We're lucky to have modern knit fabric now—zippers are no longer necessary!
This bateau neckline is simply a slotted opening from shoulder to shoulder. Elegantly drapes right across the collarbone. Sophisticated and smart.
The fabric of the top folds in at the neck to create a clean edge uncomplicated by added stitches. Smooth any fabric at the neckline inward if it goes astray while popping it over your head.
The fabric itself is milled in the USA, a quality medium weight jersey knit. A Rayon/Spandex blend, it has a silky sheen that's a wee bit dressier. Yarn-dyed heathered colors have a textured look and a soft hand.
Shaped with a little curve in the torso but designed to fit a little loose when true to size. Shirttail shaped hem. Falls to hip.
For this one, choose your size based on what you know about your shoulders. The neckline will appear strained/taut if you try on a size that is smaller than needed—you might simply need the next size up to have it drape nicely into place.
92% Rayon, 8% Spandex Made in the USA. USA-made fabric.
Hand wash or machine wash delicate cycle, cold water only. Lay flat to dry, warm iron or gentle steam if needed. Dry cleaning is also an option. Do not put in the dryer. Warm to hot water washing and machine drying will shrink your garment. Do not use bleach.
"Fit to Print":Stare closely at a newspaper...wait. Nobody gets the paper anymore?
Halftone pattern on the sleeve, magnified. This dotted pattern is what makes up the images in traditional print. You know that. But generations after us might not? Look closely and you can make out the objects. They are flowers. Up close, they are simply graphics, reminiscent of Pop Art.
3/4 sleeves with gathered cuff. V-neck. Sleeve cotton is fine and smooth, a print imported from Italy. Black knit body.
100% cotton sleeve. 95% Cotton 5% Spandex shell. Machine wash cold, air dry. Do not put in dryer. Warm iron if needed. Made in the USA of imported fabric.
Your top may be made to order. Allow appx. 2 weeks to sew it for you before it ships.
All Signature Tops have the same knit properties and shape through the body (they all use the same pattern pieces for the torso), the same as our Signature Tee fit. We look for new creative fabric pairings each season to continue to offer this popular style in rare and exciting combinations.
This print is a casually sketched red floral on a cream field.
Keeping some of the best parts of a classic shirt—a back yoke, gathered detail at center back, the rounded shirttail hem—and styling it into an easy popover blouse. A semi-tailored look. Rounded neckline complements necklaces and scarves and 3/4 sleeves show off all of your favorite bracelets.
It's good at covering belly and/or tucking in, and hides most of the rear,but we don't think it's a tunic in the sense that it doesn't cover a lot of thigh.
This style is a popular one, so we make them using different fabrics of varying fibers both casual and fine, each season has new releases. See other listings for more.
Machine wash cold, air dry. Iron on cotton setting if desired. 100% Cotton, imported. Sewn in the USA.
This blouse is perfect for in-between seasons. The colors make it so versatile. I can't wait to wear it as the weather turns cooler!
"Simpatico" 3/4 sleeve blouse
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A friendly combination of shirtings, a plaid and a dot. Both fabrics play well together, have similar weight and opacity. We had some fun pairing them up on the cutting table, and love the surprising balance that resulted.
The cotton plaid is yarn-dyed with a puckered texture, relaxed and easy to care for. The dots are a favorite fabric around our workshop—a cotton/linen blend with adorable tactile tufts known as "swiss dots". Natural yarn dyed threads have a varied, unbleached appearance.
Your top may be made to order. Allow appx. 2 weeks to sew it for you before it ships.
Keeping some of the best parts of a classic shirt—a back yoke, gathered detail at center back, the rounded shirttail hem—and styling it into an easy popover blouse. A semi-tailored look. Rounded neckline complements necklaces and scarves and 3/4 sleeves show off all of your favorite bracelets.
It's good at covering belly and/or tucking in, and hides most of the rear, it's not quite a tunic, though, in the sense that it doesn't cover a lot of thigh.
This blouse style is a popular one, so we make them using different fabrics of varying fibers both casual and fine, each season has new releases. Browse listings for other current choices.
Wear right after hanging dry for a beachy, casual vibe, or iron on cotton setting for a crisp look.
Machine wash cold, smooth out by hand while damp and hang to air dry. 80% Cotton, 20% Linen (dot) 100% Cotton (plaid) Sewn in the USA of imported fabric.
"Confetti": Swiss dot fabric in a blue/red dot with a medium heathery blue knit body. Constrasting navy trim.
Sleeve is made from a finer quality chambray, with textured slubs as multicolored dots. This top coordinates awesomely with denim.
80/20 Cotton/Linen sleeve. 95% Cotton 5% Spandex shell. Machine wash cold, air dry. Do not put in dryer. Warm iron if needed. Made in the USA of imported fabric.
About every signature tee:
You could say this tee has a "boyfriend fit", but don't think it's unisex, it's been designed for a woman's curves.
It's designed to drape loosely over the torso when worn true to size. It's not meant to fit snugly, but the rule of thumb is order down if you want some curves around the bust. If tight is how you roll, this is not the tee for you.
Since the brand's beginning in 2011, National Picnic Signature Tees have been reinvented with new fabrics each season. Starting in 2018, new tees in the series will be numbered so limited editions can be followed and catalogued as they come and go.
Fabrics used in signature tees can vary slightly in fiber content, weight, drape and feel, which can make a version appear to fit slightly larger or smaller—but know that each signature tee is cut from the same pattern. Differences are noted in each listing. Rarity and exceptional fabrics can affect pricing of special tees in the Signature series.
100% organic cotton sleeve, 95% Cotton 5% Spandex shell. Machine wash cold, air dry. Do not put in dryer. Warm iron if needed. Made in the USA of imported fabric.
About every signature tee:
Signature Tees thrive on creative pairings of new fabrics each season, but it's the fit that is just as special. Not a generic tee shirt fit—they have been thoughtfully designed to fit women's figures, across a diverse range of body shapes and sizes.
It's designed to drape loosely over the torso when worn true to size, and not get stuck on the hips. Not meant to fit snugly; however, some women order a size down to show more curves through the bust area. Even then, it will still remain somewhat loose-fitting. So if tight is how you roll, this is not the tee for you.
Thanks for loving National Picnic Signature Tees!Please read each listing for each tee's "personality". Fabric combinations can vary in weight, drape or hand. The variations are intentional, adding interest and fun to the most popular style we make.
I do not usually wear much brown, but this fabric is so great!! I absolutely love the colors so much. Another great Tee from Betsy!!!
#1931 Bud Vase
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"Bud Vase": Cut flower arrangement in graphic black and white. Organic cotton print sleeve. Paired with Cotton/Spandex in heathered charcoal, medium weight jersey knit.
100% cotton sleeve. 95% Cotton 5% Spandex shell. Machine wash cold, air dry. Do not put in dryer. Warm iron if needed. Made in the USA of imported fabric.
About every signature tee:
You could say this tee has a "boyfriend fit", but don't think it's unisex, it's been designed for a woman's curves.
It's designed to drape loosely over the torso when worn true to size. It's not meant to fit snugly, but the rule of thumb is order down if you want some curves around the bust. If tight is how you roll, this is not the tee for you.
Thanks for loving National Picnic Signature Tees!Please read each listing for each tee's "personality". Fabric combinations can vary in weight, drape or hand. The variations are intentional—Signature Tees thrive on creative pairings of new fabrics each season.
New tees in the series are numbered so limited editions can be followed and catalogued as they come and go.
This is my 4th purchase, and I can honestly say, I may never buy another shirt from anywhere else. I am so happy with all my national picnic tops. Thank you!!
