{"product_id":"1940s-50s-embroidered-folk-blouse","title":"1940s Eastern European Embroidered Blouse – Hand Embroidered Blue Folk Blouse on Cotton Gauze","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful traditional embroidered blouse crafted from soft, airy cotton gauze and richly decorated with hand embroidery in deep cobalt blue. Blouses like this, often known as “ie,” are among the most iconic garments of Eastern European folk dress and have inspired designers for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example likely dates to the 1940s, a period when traditional folk blouses were still widely handmade and worn throughout Eastern Europe. The blouse features intricate geometric embroidery across the shoulders and sleeves, combined with smaller symbolic motifs running down the bodice and arms. The embroidery is executed in striking blue thread against the soft cream cotton, creating a beautiful contrast typical of Romanian folk textiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neckline is softly gathered and hand embroidered, allowing the blouse to sit elegantly across the shoulders. The lightweight cotton gauze fabric makes it wonderfully breathable and comfortable to wear, while the loose silhouette gives it that effortlessly romantic folk look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese blouses were traditionally hand embroidered and could take many hours of work to complete, which is why well-preserved examples remain highly sought after today. This piece pairs beautifully with denim, suede, or skirts and can be worn loose, tucked, or styled oversized.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good vintage condition. The cotton remains soft and wearable and the embroidery is rich and beautifully preserved. Minor signs of age may be present as expected for a handmade garment of this age but nothing that detracts from the overall beauty of the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements (taken flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBust (pit to pit): 60 cm \/ 23.6 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist: 59 cm \/ 23.2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHips: 64 cm \/ 25.2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSleeve length: 56 cm \/ 22 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck opening: 26 cm \/ 10.2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength (front): 58 cm \/ 22.8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength (back): 55 cm \/ 21.7 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the loose folk cut this blouse fits a wide range of sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate modern size: EU 36–42 depending on desired fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 8–14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUS 4–10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS-XL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel measurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel is a petite EU 36 for reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sehnsucht Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52607610683739,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/6278\/1531\/files\/FC218F21-B5AE-47AC-87B8-B7DCDD84B8D2.jpg?v=1773739091","url":"https:\/\/www.sehnsuchtcollection.com\/products\/1940s-50s-embroidered-folk-blouse","provider":"Sehnsucht Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}