21knitted stripes
The yarn runs through the knit: the stripe is as crisp inside as outside, and does not fade in the wash.
Original Breton ShirtWomen · Navy
Combed cotton · Made in Portugal
$710or 3× with
Our everyday navy Breton shirt, in soft, dense combed cotton.
Colour Navy
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Estimated delivery: 21 – 28 October (Hong Kong SAR)
- Free delivery
- Free returns
Combed cotton, 220 gsm
Made in Portugal
21 stripes, boat neck
€1 donated to seabirds
Description
Long-sleeved navy Breton striped shirt, regular fit and boat neck, with the 21 stripes of the 1858 regulation model.
- Thick 100% combed cotton, 220 gsm, soft and dense
- White stripes knitted into the fabric, on a navy ground
- Embroidered logo on the chest
Size and fit
Regular fit, long sleeves. Teresa is 1.65 m tall and wears an S. Between two sizes, take the larger one.
Making and traceability
Designed in France, made in Portugal in a family-run workshop, shipped from France.
DesignParis, France
KnittingPortugal
DyeingPortugal
MakingPortugal
LogisticsFrance
Composition and care
100% combed 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.
Women's size guide
Gauvain Paris
Women's size guide
All our women's Breton shirts follow the same size chart, whether you choose La Marinière 1858 knitted in Troyes or the Marinière Originale made in Portugal.
The size chart
Garment measured flat, and the bust it fits.
| Our size | Garment | Your bust |
|---|---|---|
| XS / 0 | 80 cm | 74-78 cm |
| S / 1 | 84 cm | 78-82 cm |
| M / 2 | 90 cm | 83-88 cm |
| L / 3 | 96 cm | 89-94 cm |
| XL / 4 | 104 cm | 95-102 cm |
| XXL / 5 | 112 cm | 103-110 cm |
| XXXL / 6 | 120 cm | 111-118 cm |
All measurements in centimetres. Our labels carry a letter and a number: both mean the same size.
The garment figure is the shirt laid flat, measured from one armhole seam to the other and multiplied by two. Allow about 2 cm of ease between your bust and that figure. Letter sizes vary from one brand to the next, so go by your bust measurement first.
Between two sizes? Take the larger one, for the relaxed fit of a traditional Breton shirt.
And if it is not right, size exchanges are free within 30 days.
How to measure
Two methods, whichever is easier for you.
On yourself, with a tape measure
- BustPass the tape under your arms, around the fullest part of the bust, arms down by your sides. Keep it level across the back, neither tight nor loose.
- Read the "your bust" columnIt gives you the size to order directly. Between two rows, take the larger size.
Measure in your underwear or over a thin layer, preferably at the end of the day rather than first thing in the morning. A Breton shirt has a boat neck, so the bust measurement is what determines the size.
On a garment you already own
If you have no tape measure, take a top that fits you well, lay it flat and measure its width from one armhole seam to the other. Multiply by two, then compare with the garment column: it is exactly the same measurement.
Our measurements are taken by hand: allow a 2 to 3 cm tolerance.
Women's and men's: one notch apart
The same garment, two names.
Our women's and men's Breton shirts come from the same pattern. Only the name of the size changes, shifted by one notch: a women's M is a men's S. If you are hesitating between the two, go by the number rather than the letter.
| Number | Women's size | Men's size |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | XS | none |
| 1 | S | XS |
| 2 | M | S |
| 3 | L | M |
| 4 | XL | L |
| 5 | XXL | XL |
| 6 | XXXL | XXL |
Size 0 is our smallest size, and it exists in women's only.
Looking for the men's chart? See the men's size guide.
1858 or Originale: the same chart
The size does not change. The fabric does.
Both models follow the same measurements. What sets them apart is the fabric and where they are made. La Marinière 1858 is knitted in carded cotton in Troyes, under the France Terre Textile label. The Marinière Originale is made in combed cotton in Portugal. Both weigh 220 g/m² in long sleeve. To understand how the two cottons feel different, read our article on carded versus combed cotton.
Frequently asked questions
Everything customers ask us before ordering.
Which women's Breton shirt size should I choose?
Take your usual size. If in doubt, measure your bust and read it off the chart: a 86 cm bust is a size M, that is size 2. Between two sizes, take the larger one.
How do your sizes compare with French sizes?
Our S, marked 1, is a French 34. The M, marked 2, is a 36. The L, marked 3, is a 38 or 40. The XL, marked 4, is a 42 or 44. The XXL, marked 5, is a 46 or 48, and the XXXL, marked 6, is a 50. When in doubt, go by your bust measurement rather than the letter.
How do your sizes compare with UK and US sizes?
Our S, marked 1, is a UK 6 or US 2. The M, marked 2, is a UK 8 or US 4. The L, marked 3, is a UK 10-12 or US 6-8. The XL, marked 4, is a UK 14-16 or US 10-12. These conversions vary between brands, so the bust column remains the reliable one.
What bust does a women's M fit?
A women's M, also marked 2, fits a bust of 83 to 88 cm. The garment measures 90 cm flat.
What bust does a women's S fit?
A women's S, marked 1, fits a bust of 78 to 82 cm, for a garment measuring 84 cm flat.
Why do your letters not match my usual size?
Because our Breton shirts are unisex: the same garment carries one letter in women's and the letter below in men's. In practice, take your usual size, and if you are unsure, use the French size column or your bust measurement.
Can I order a men's size?
Yes, it is the same garment. Simply go by the number: a size 2 is a women's M and a men's S. Many customers deliberately take one size up for a looser fit.
Does the Breton shirt shrink in the wash?
No, provided you wash at 30 degrees and dry flat. The first wash is the one that matters: our first wash guide explains what to do, and our complete care guide covers the rest.
What if I order the wrong size?
Size exchanges are entirely free within 30 days. We send you a prepaid return label and the new size ships as soon as your parcel arrives. You can order without risk.
Got your size?
Shop women's Breton shirtsThey wear it
E
I feel like a Parisienne. Nice fit and not too long on my short body. And the pugging is always adorabel
A
The most stunning fabric and quality. Can be dressed up or down. I didn’t think I could ever wear stripes but this shirt is incredible.
L
I love my Marinière top
The quality is superb and I look forward to wearing these classic shirts for years to come!
J
Beautiful fabrication, quality fabric, exquisite presentation. Very pleased with my purchase.
J
Arrived as advertised. Wonderful quality, soft fabric, professional construction. Looking forward to wearing and seeing how many different ways I can style it, with various bottoms -- jeans, pants, skirts, maybe over a slip dress, etc.
L
Love this shirt! All the stripes match. Superb quality! I wool enjoy wearing it often.
L
Good quality
P
I love my new Breton shirt. It feels and wears like a dream. I am now shopping for a neck scarf to complete the look!
A
Marinière de très belle qualité. Belles finitions. Solide. Highly recommanded
Post was a bit long but post here works with delays due to Chrismas time…
V
Love everything about it. The fabric the
fit and the style.
S
Just comfortable and feel good with smooth and soft fabric!
G
Lovely top seemed like it was tailor made for me. Beautiful soft material. Have purchased another with short sleeves.
M
excellent produit, bien emballé, tissu extrêmement doux.
b
As soon as I was in receipt of the package, I was anxious to put on and wear. The fit is PERFECT 😍! The material is high quality and naturally soft. I have received many positive compliments when I paired it with my favorite jeans. Thank you ! I LOVE IT!!!
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Marinière Originale - Femme Marine
J
My shirt was expectedly beautiful and lovely! Great quality and sizing was accurate 👌
G
A new basic. Love it.
H
This has to be the most chic mariner’s t ever. We’ll-made, soft, quality.
N
J’ai décidé d’acheter ce que j’appelle « une vraie » marinière et je n’ai pas été déçue par la marinière Gauvin! Le tissu est impeccable et il se tient. Enfin une marinière avec une bonne coupe! Je la porte avec plaisir depuis que je l’ai et pour les amoureuses de marinière comme moi, n’hésitez pas!
K
I was thrilled to receive the shirts. They fit perfectly and the quality is excellent. Will buy again.
H
Lovely soft Breton-style shirt at a reasonable price. Bought the navy version too! Would definitely buy clothing from Gauvain again.
I
Perfect item & nice communication!
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Originale or 1858?
Same cut, same boat neck, two workshops. The Originale is our Portuguese-made model; the 1858 is our Made in France model, knitted in Troyes.
The Originale$710
Combed cotton, softer
Made in Portugal
Same cut, same neckline
The 1858$1,033
Carded cotton, denser
Knitted and sewn in Troyes
France Terre Textile label
In detail
What makes the Originale
220gsm combed cotton
Thicker than a standard T-shirt (160 gsm), and softer to the touch than the carded cotton of the 1858.
1workshop, in Portugal
Cut and sewn in a family-run workshop in Portugal, specialising in striped jersey, which we have worked with since our beginnings.
Craftsmanship
The 1858 cut, made for every day
On 27 March 1858, the French Navy made the Breton shirt its sailors’ uniform: 21 stripes, boat neck, thick cotton.
The Originale takes up that cut and those stripes in a softer combed cotton, made in a workshop in Portugal.
History and making
Frequently asked questions
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.
How is it different from the 1858?
Same cut and same boat neck. The Originale is made in Portugal in combed cotton, softer to the touch. The 1858 is knitted and sewn in Troyes in denser carded cotton, under the France Terre Textile label.
About this colourway: Women Navy
The Marinière Originale for women, Marine colourway, plays on contrast: white stripes on deep navy, in a feminine cut that shapes the silhouette. Chic sailor style, from the office to the weekend.
Knitted in soft, dense combed cotton, it holds its shape wash after wash. Made in Portugal.
EAN codes
Brand: Gauvain. XS/0: 7506622800248 · S/1: 7506622800255 · M/2: 7506622800262 · L/3: 7506622800279 · XL/4: 7506622800286 · XXL/5: 7506622800293 · XXXL/6: 7506622800989
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