The Tie-Neck Silk Blouse is made in London from our beautiful silk twill, offering a loose and elegant fit while displaying an exquisite placement print. Providing a multitude of styling options, the blouse features a flowing, double-sided scarf integrated into the back neckline, which can be tied, draped, or worn loose; maximum versatility within one garment. The sleeves are tapered and fitted at the wrist with functional button cuffs, while the concealed button placket features delicate metal buttons beneath. The garment is French seamed throughout.
Secrets of the Bison Tie-Neck Silk Blouse draws inspiration from a wide range of sources. The bison motif was first inspired by the incredible dioramas at the American Museum of Natural History in New York and recognises the commercial decimation of the American Bison from 60 million to just 541 by 1889 in an attempt to subjugate the Native American population. The last bison in Oklahoma county was killed in 1876. The blouse features details inspired by hand-laboured American Folk Art objects such as weathervanes and carved decoys. The design also contains many symbols, signs and flags from fraternal society paraphernalia, which have been re-worked and re-purposed to serve as objects of natural reverence, worship towards the earth, including the Eye of Providence.