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Original Breton ShirtWomen · Ecru

Combed cotton · Made in Portugal

899 kror 3× with

Our everyday ecru Breton shirt, in soft, dense combed cotton.

Colour Ecru
Taille

Estimated delivery: 22 – 26 October (Norway)

  • Free delivery
  • Free returns
Combed cotton, 220 gsm
Made in Portugal
21 stripes, boat neck
€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.

  • Thick 100% combed cotton, 220 gsm, soft and dense
  • Navy stripes knitted into the fabric, on an ecru 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.

Women’s size guide

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 flat

Full care guide

Delivery and returns

Free delivery in Europe and the United States, customs duties included for the USA. Free returns within 30 days.

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They wear it

  • 5 stars: 41 (89%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (4%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (2%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 2 (4%)
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Anonyme (United Kingdom)
Excellent quality

I was so happy when my shirt arrived. It was packaged beautifully. I have always loved stripes. It is a classic looking shirt . The quality of my shirt is exceptional, it is very soft and so comfortable to wear. I highly recommend purchasing from Gauvain because there are many companies that sell similar shirts but the quality isn't there. I am definitely going to purchase another shirt from Gauvain Paris.

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Katharina Kubrick

Love the quality of the fabric and the fit. Washes well. Have bought two!

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Mette-Mari mikkelsen
Correct size, fantastic fabric

Correct size, fantastic fabric. Delivery on time. Great looks.

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Anonyme (Portugal)
High quality soft cotton fabric

High quality soft cotton fabric. Nicely cut excellent addition to my wardrobe

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Anonyme (Canada)
My shirt was shipped exactly as

My shirt was shipped exactly as described

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Anonyme (Spain)
Trés bon achat

Ce sont des vêtements de qualité et trés beaux. Et le vendeur est excellent

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Michele Tomkin (United States)
Love it

Love it. Ordering another, maybe 2.

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Anonyme (Norway)
Great quality, but neckline is wobbly

The quality and design was great, but the neckline looks a bit wobbly and does not have the nice struktured fit as I expected

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Nat 62 (Sweden)
This is ridiculous

This is ridiculous. I am sent a form to review the product, however I have not received the product

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Michael Nowakowski (United States)
Exceeded Expectations

My oldest daughter has always coveted this shirt. I bought it as a gift for her and it exceeded her expectations!

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Anders Hagberg (Sweden)
Loved it 😍

Nice skirt! My wife loved it I bought it as a present 🥰

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LaDonna

I love the top but sadly had to return it - it was navy not black.

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Yuliya

Good quality and fits well

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Tonya

Soft and so classy. Great cut and very stylishly comfortable. I will buy the red striped one when available in my size.

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Kim Ornitz (Sweden)
Arrived quickly and my wife loved it

Arrived quickly and my wife loved it. Great quality and style. I will be getting one for myself soon. Merci.

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Dagmara (Poland)
Very satisfied,

I waited a little bit for the order but when arrived it was definitely worth it. It looks cute and of a good quality. The red colour is vibrant and logo visible. Definitely recommended

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S.F.

Cotone morbidissimo e consistente, qualità top top
Top

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Anonyme (United Kingdom)
Classic marinière, great qualit

Really happy with this marinière. The fabric feels substantial without being heavy, the cut is flattering, and it holds its shape well. Classic piece that looks more expensive than it is.

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H.R.

Amazing Quality and Fit. I selected my size based on my usual fit with Banana Republic clothing in Canada and thank goodness. If I followed the size chart, I would have selected medium, however, I chose large.

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barbara arell (United States)
Sailor shirt

Fits wonderfully, so soft, great quality.

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Patrice Watson (Canada)
Quality

I love the weight and feel of this beautiful top.

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Mary Little (Canada)

Excellent shirt, very quick service.

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Carole McKenty (Canada)
Delivery

Still not received …

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Gowly Home Leitrim (Ireland)
Fab top

Easy to order and arrived on time and perfectly presented

B
Blanca De la Calle Gomez (Spain)

Muy bien todo

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Maria Bordoli (Italy)

He vous remercie pour votre précision et ponctualité.
À bientôt.
Maria Bordoli

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Susanna Tisler (Spain)
Beautiful & Comfy

I love this piece. I wear it, wash it and wear it again and again. Hapy with my purchase!!

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Ann Sandelin (Finland)

I ordered 2 - very nice indeed.
But I would have liked to have a third - a baby t-shirt. I was very sorry to see that the size for 2e4 months was sold out.

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BOBBIE PUTTRICH (United States)
Love it

Cozy with a nice fit.

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Nicole Lefaivre (Canada)
Soft and warm

I always swore on st James
For a
Marinière but your is great too.

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.

Original Breton Shirt - Women Ecru
The Originale899 kr

Combed cotton, softer
Made in Portugal
Same cut, same neckline

You are here
La Marinière 1858 - Women Ecru
The 18581.299 kr

Carded cotton, denser
Knitted and sewn in Troyes
France Terre Textile label

See the 1858

In detail

What makes the Originale

Marinière Originale Écru - Gauvain Paris, détail du macareux brodé sur la maille
21knitted stripes

The yarn runs through the knit: the stripe is as crisp inside as outside, and does not fade in the wash.

Marinière Originale - Femme Ecru - Gauvain Paris
220gsm combed cotton

Thicker than a standard T-shirt (160 gsm), and softer to the touch than the carded cotton of the 1858.

Marinière Originale - Femme Ecru - Gauvain Paris
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 sailors’ Breton shirt, made for every day

The Breton shirt was born as the uniform of the French Navy’s sailors: 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
Marinière Originale - Femme Ecru - Gauvain Paris Marinière Originale - Femme Ecru - Gauvain Paris Marinière Originale - Femme Ecru - Gauvain Paris

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 the ecru colourway

The Marinière Originale for women, Écru colourway, is the timeless choice: navy stripes on an ecru ground, feminine cut, to wear from everyday to evenings out. Famous for gracing the runways of Paris Fashion Week.

Knitted in soft, dense combed cotton, it keeps its shape and brightness wash after wash. Made in Portugal.

EAN codes

Brand: Gauvain. XS/0: 7506622800187 · S/1: 7506622800194 · M/2: 7506622800200 · L/3: 7506622800217 · XL/4: 7506622800224 · XXL/5: 7506622800231 · XXXL/6: 7506622800965