Icône
Puff-Sleeve Broderie Anglaise Shirt
4/5 (2)
CA$39.95CAD
Out of Stock
This Puff-Sleeve Broderie Anglaise Shirt is a long-sleeve button-front blouse crafted from finely woven 100% organic cotton, featuring an all-over floral eyelet pattern, a pointed collar, and a slightly boxy fit. It includes long puff sleeves that taper to buttoned cuffs, metal-rim pearl buttons, and is unlined with a semi-sheer eyelet fabric; it was exclusively designed in Canada under the Icône by Simons label.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Gender
- female
- Style
- smart-casual, romantic, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
White
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Woven organic cotton blouse with puff sleeves and broderie anglaise detailing.
Broderie anglaise embroidery, puff sleeves, organic cotton
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Style
- smart-casual, romantic, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, work
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- finely woven 100% organic cotton fabric
- unlined
- slightly boxy fit
- long puff sleeves
- metal-rim pearl buttons
- broderie anglaise embroidery
- exclusive designed in Canada
Product Insights
The Icône Puff-Sleeve Broderie Anglaise Shirt is an affordable, in-stock boxy-fit top in soft organic cotton (69 CAD, a fraction of competitors) that uses unlined construction and eyelets for ventilation and breathability, but its semi-sheer fabric requires a camisole and its securely attached buttons need gentle handling to prevent loosening; washing at 30°C and air drying flat preserves the fit.
Verified claims
- Design
- Puff sleeves, boxy fit, unlined construction match premium broderie.
- Wash basics
- Wash at 30°C max without fabric softener to prevent shrinkage and residue buildup.
- Drying method
- Air dry flat; tumble drying damages broderie anglaise eyelet embroidery.
- Wash preparation
- Wash inside out, buttons fastened, in a mesh bag on a gentle cycle; handle buttons gently.
- Sheerness
- Semi-sheer fabric; wear a camisole underneath for coverage.
- Fit and sizing
- Slightly boxy but not oversized; buy your usual size for a comfortable fit from soft organic cotton.
- Breathability
- The boxy fit and eyelets allow air circulation, making it breathable in warm weather.
- Care
- Wash in cold water (30°C max) and air dry flat to preserve the boxy fit.
- Layering
- Boxy fit and soft organic cotton allow comfortable layering with a nude or white camisole.
- Ventilation
- Unlined, boxy-fit broderie anglaise channels air through open eyelets for cooling.
- Softness
- Organic cotton feels softer and less scratchy than standard cotton.
- Value
- At $39.95, this organic cotton blouse costs a fraction of similar tops from competing brands.
- Button security
- Securely attached buttons require gentle buttoning to prevent loosening.
Product record
- Title
- Puff-Sleeve Broderie Anglaise Shirt
- Brand
- Icône
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Washing and care for the broderie anglaise blouse
- Fabric softener coats organic cotton fibers with a waxy layer that reduces breathability and leaves a residue that attracts dirt, which can dull the crisp white fabric over time; skipping it helps the blouse stay clean and airy longer.
- Because organic cotton fibers relax and contract with heat, washing this blouse at 30°C or below—rather than at 60°C—avoids the progressive shrinkage that would otherwise tighten the slightly boxy fit over time.
- Tumble drying combines heat and mechanical agitation that breaks down cotton fibers and frays the broderie anglaise eyelets; air drying flat preserves the blouse’s shape and the integrity of the embroidered cutwork.
- Turning the blouse inside out shields the embroidered surface from friction against other garments and washing-machine components, while fastening the metal-rim pearl buttons prevents them from catching on the eyelets or loosening during the cycle.
- The broderie anglaise eyelets can snag on zippers, hooks, or the drum during a regular wash, so placing the blouse in a mesh garment bag and selecting a delicate cycle prevents thread pulls and keeps the embroidery intact.
How the organic cotton fabric feels and ages
- Organically grown cotton retains its natural fiber waxes and avoids the rough hand that can come from chemical desizing; the result is a fabric that feels genuinely softer and less scratchy from the first wear — a real tactile advantage for a blouse worn directly against the arms and torso without a lining.
Value compared to other organic cotton broderie anglaise blouses
- At $39.95 CAD, the Icône blouse undercuts the regular price of Baukjen's Karenina ($178) and Alma Deia's broderie anglaise blouse (€149) by over 70%, putting an all-organic cotton, puff-sleeve broderie top within reach for less than a quarter of what similar natural-fiber styles command.
Ventilation and airflow from the broderie anglaise eyelets
- By leaving the blouse unlined, the designer keeps every eyelet perforation fully open — any lining would seal the holes and negate the ventilation, so this choice directly prioritizes airflow over opacity, making the garment a true warm-weather piece rather than a decorative layer.
- The slightly boxy cut creates a deliberate gap between the blouse and the body, allowing air to enter from below and circulate before escaping through the eyelets — a slimmer fit would choke that internal breeze and reduce the overall cooling effect.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
White long-sleeve button-front shirt with puffed sleeves and floral eyelet embroidery visible across the front and sleeves.
- Overall silhouetteLoose-fitting button-front blouse shown tucked slightly into a dark skirt, with extra volume through the body and sleeves creating a relaxed silhouette.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.78 (high) - Fabric patternAll-over broderie anglaise eyelet pattern composed of repeating floral motifs with small circular cutouts; embroidery outlines form petals around the eyelets.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Front opening and buttonsCenter front button placket with a vertical row of small round buttons; buttons appear light-colored with a subtle shine.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.18 · w 0.08 · h 0.42 (high) - CollarSmall pointed shirt collar that lies flat and frames the neckline.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high) - Sleeve shapePuffed long sleeves with fullness at the upper arm tapering into wide fitted cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.34 · w 0.45 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.22 · w 0.41 · h 0.62 (high) - CuffsWide buttoned cuffs with the same embroidered eyelet pattern continuing onto the cuff fabric; cuffs close around the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.69 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.68 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Hem and tuckFront hem is partially tucked into a dark skirt, producing slight blousing at the waist; back hem not visible.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio portrait of a model wearing the blouse against a plain light wall with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from upper thighs to above the head, facing slightly to the viewer's right with one hand visible near the waist.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.00 · w 0.90 · h 0.95 (high) - BackgroundPlain light-colored wall background with no visible props or signage.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting producing gentle shadows along natural folds and under the collar; highlights on the model's face and buttons are subtle.
- Image cropTop of the model's head is slightly cropped and the lower body is cropped near the mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
Colors
white· shirt fabric- Overall silhouetteLoose-fitting button-front blouse shown tucked slightly into a dark skirt, with extra volume through the body and sleeves creating a relaxed silhouette.
- 02
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a white broderie anglaise long-sleeve blouse on a model showing floral eyelet embroidery, a turned collar, puffed shoulders, and buttoned cuffs.
- View and fitBack and left-side three-quarter view of the blouse worn by a model; blouse hem falls to just above the top of a black skirt visible in the frame.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.77 · h 0.84 (high) - Fabric patternAll-over broderie anglaise (eyelet) floral pattern with repeated circular eyelets and embroidered petal shapes forming a regular lattice across the back and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.58 (high) - CollarTurned classic shirt collar with visible embroidered texture matching the blouse fabric, sitting flat against the nape.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.05 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high) - Shoulder and sleeve shapeSlightly puffed shoulders leading to long sleeves that taper toward buttoned cuffs; gentle gathers visible at the shoulder seam.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.44 (high) - Cuffs and fastenersStraight shirt cuffs with two small round buttons visible on the left cuff; cuff fabric shows the same embroidered eyelet pattern.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.72 · w 0.17 · h 0.17 (high) - SheernessFabric is semi-sheer where eyelets reveal skin or underlying garments through the circular holes within the embroidered pattern.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.32 · w 0.42 · h 0.36 (high) - Model styling visibleBlouse shown on a model with left arm relaxed; a black skirt is visible below the blouse hem but is not part of the blouse.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.66 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with plain light gray background, soft even lighting and minimal shadows; model is cropped at mid-thigh and turned slightly to show the back and side of the blouse.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft, diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows and even illumination across the garment.
- Shot compositionVertical crop showing the model from head to mid-thigh with the model turned slightly left, framing the blouse back and left sleeve centrally.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the blouse surface and embroidery details; no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.
Colors
white· shirt fabric#C4C1BE- View and fitBack and left-side three-quarter view of the blouse worn by a model; blouse hem falls to just above the top of a black skirt visible in the frame.
- 03
Product
White long-sleeve broderie anglaise button-up blouse with puffed sleeves worn tucked into a high-waist black gathered skirt; details visible on the blouse include embroidered eyelet holes and a pointed collar.
- Blouse silhouetteLong-sleeve, button-up blouse with a pointed collar and voluminous puff sleeves gathered at the shoulder and tapering toward the cuff area.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.05 · w 0.78 · h 0.40 (high) - Broderie anglaise patternAll-over embroidered eyelet pattern consisting of regularly spaced small oval and circular cutouts edged with stitching on the white fabric.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.32 (high) - Front openingCenter front button placket visible with buttons mostly concealed by the placket; top portion open to reveal a small V at the neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric textureLightweight woven fabric with visible embroidered thread around each eyelet and a slightly sheer appearance where the eyelets appear.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.32 (high) - Tucked stylingBlouse hem is tucked into the garment below at the front center, creating a slight billow above the waist.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio-front fashion shot on a plain light neutral background showing a standing model; soft diffuse lighting with minimal shadows and slight floor shadow; image cropped to include whole outfit and part of the wall.
- Shot compositionFull-body vertical studio shot of a standing model, centered in frame and facing slightly toward camera, with head near the top edge and feet visible at bottom edge.
- BackgroundSmooth, light neutral (off-white) seamless background with no visible props or set pieces.
- Model presenceFemale model wearing the garments; face and hair are visible and unobstructed.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven, soft studio lighting producing minimal harsh shadows; faint shadow where the model meets the floor and subtle shading on the garments
- Footwear visibleBlack low-heeled thong sandals worn by the model, visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.86 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
white· blouseblack· skirt#0E0C0F- Blouse silhouetteLong-sleeve, button-up blouse with a pointed collar and voluminous puff sleeves gathered at the shoulder and tapering toward the cuff area.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total4
2 reviews · out of 5
wonderful colour
★★★★★Gerry M.
I love the colour and the eyelet cotton. I found the sleeves to puffy and the shirt was a bit too boxy for my fiqure. Decided to send it back. But over all it is a beautiful blouse if you can wear it well.
Too short
★★★★★Irene L.
Beautiful blouse but too short in the torso.
Q&A
3 answered- How does the shirt fit? Is it true to size or oversized due to the boxy cut?
- The shirt has a slightly boxy, relaxed fit per the product description. It is not oversized but offers more room than a slim fit, so we recommend sticking with your usual size for a comfortable look.
- Is the broderie anglaise fabric sheer? Would a camisole be needed underneath?
- Broderie anglaise fabric typically features eyelet cutouts, which can make the shirt semi-sheer, especially in white. We recommend wearing a camisole or tank top underneath for added coverage.
- Are the metal-rim pearl buttons securely attached? Any concerns about them coming loose over time?
- The buttons are described as metal-rim pearl buttons, which are typically attached securely during manufacturing. For long-term durability, we recommend gentle handling and avoiding excessive force when buttoning.