21knitted stripes
The stripes of the 1858 regulation model. The yarn runs through the knit: the stripe is as sharp inside as outside, and does not fade in the wash.
La Marinière 1858Women · Ecru
Knitted and sewn in Troyes · Made in France
€95or 3× with
Our original Breton shirt, knitted and sewn in France in thick, structured carded cotton, under the France Terre Textile label.
Knitting and sewing in France costs more. That is the difference with our Originale, and that is what you pay for.
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Carded cotton, 220 gsm
Knitted and sewn in Troyes
France Terre Textile label
€1 donated to seabirds
Description
Long-sleeved ecru Breton striped shirt, regular fit and boat neck, with the 21 stripes of the 1858 regulation model. Knitted and sewn in Troyes, France.
- 100% carded cotton, 220 gsm: thicker and more structured than a T-shirt, less smooth, it softens to you over time
- Navy stripes knitted into the fabric, on an ecru ground
- Embroidered logo on the chest, woven Made in France label
Size and fit
Regular fit, long sleeves. Teresa is 1.65 m tall and wears an S. Between two sizes, take the larger one.
Size M/2 laid flat: 90 cm chest (35.4 in), for an 83 to 88 cm bust. Free size exchange within 30 days.
Making and traceability
Designed in Paris, knitted and sewn in Troyes in a France Terre Textile certified workshop, shipped from France.
DesignParis
KnittingTroyes, Aube
MakingTroyes, same workshop
ShippingFrance
Every step in France. France Terre Textile label sewn into the garment.
Composition and care
100% carded cotton, 220 gsm. Yarn-dyed stripes: they do not fade in the wash.
Wash at 30 °C
Delicate cycle
No tumble dryer
Dry flatDelivery and returns
Free delivery in Europe and the United States, customs duties included for the USA. Free returns within 30 days.
They wear it
In detail
What makes the 1858
220gsm carded cotton
Carded cotton keeps a slightly raw fibre: thicker and more structured than combed cotton, less smooth to the touch, it holds its shape and softens to you over time.
1workshop, in Troyes
Knitted, cut and sewn in a single France Terre Textile certified workshop in the Aube. The “Made in France” label is woven, not printed.
How it is made
From yarn to garment, under one roof
The 1858 is knitted, cut and sewn in a single workshop in Troyes, in the Aube, the historic home of French hosiery. Nothing leaves the building between the yarn and the finished shirt.
1The yarn
Raw carded cotton, spun thick: thicker and more structured than combed cotton, less smooth, with a dense knit that holds its shape.
2The knit
Knitted on a circular machine. Two cones of yarn alternate to form the 21 stripes, giving a fabric that is both firm and supple.
3The cut
The pattern is traced by hand so that the stripes stay continuous, then body, sleeves and collar are cut separately and checked before assembly.
4The sewing
Body, sleeves and boat neck are joined stripe on stripe, so the seams follow the pattern. The logo is embroidered and the Made in France label is woven, not printed.
France Terre Textile label
A label that certifies the garment, not the brand: at least two thirds of the manufacturing steps (69 % minimum) take place in France, in approved workshops audited every year. For the 1858, knitting, cutting and sewing are all done in Troyes.
More about the labelHistory
Born on 27 March 1858
The Breton shirt was born in Brittany: a tight cotton knit to keep fishermen warm, with no buttons or seams to catch on the rigging. On 27 March 1858, the French Navy made it its sailors’ uniform: 21 white stripes of 20 mm, 21 blue stripes of 10 mm, boat neck.
The 1858 keeps its name, its cut and its stripes. It is our original model, knitted and sewn in Troyes in a workshop that has carried on the Aube hosiery tradition since 1876.
The story of the 1858, made in Troyes
Frequently asked questions
How is it different from the Originale?
Same cut and same boat neck. The 1858 is knitted and sewn in Troyes in carded cotton, thicker and more structured, under the France Terre Textile label. The Originale is made in Portugal in combed cotton, smoother and softer to the touch. The price difference is the cost of knitting and sewing in France.
What does the France Terre Textile label guarantee?
That more than two thirds of the manufacturing steps (at least 69%) take place in France, in an approved and audited workshop. For the 1858, knitting, cutting and sewing are done in Troyes. The label is sewn into the garment.
Which size should I choose?
The fit is regular. Take your usual size; if you are between two sizes, take the larger one. Teresa is 1.65 m tall and wears an S. The size guide gives all flat measurements.
Does it shrink in the wash?
Not if you wash it at 30 °C and dry it flat. Avoid the tumble dryer, which can tighten the knit. The care guide explains each step.
About this colourway
The Marinière 1858 is a must-have in any woman's wardrobe. It blends a feminine cut with authentic maritime heritage.
Crafted in Troyes in a workshop certified France Terre Textile and heir to the Maison Mauchauffée founded in 1876. 100% carded cotton, 220 gsm, navy stripes knitted into the fabric, impeccable finishing.
Boat neck, 21 stripes faithful to the 1858 design. Made in France, from yarn to finished garment, in a single workshop in the Aube.
EAN codes
Brand: Gauvain. XS/0: 7506622800019 · S/1: 7506622800026 · M/2: 7506622800033 · L/3: 7506622800040 · XL/4: 7506622800057 · XXL/5: 7506622800064
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