
ALEMAIS
Michelle Painted Shapes Pure Linen Shirt
This women's pure linen shirt from ALEMAIS has a loose, straight fit with short sleeves and a button front, plus a hidden zipped side closure. The fabric is 100% European linen with an all-over painted abstract print and contrasting scalloped trim at the collar, placket, and hems. Care requires professional cleaning and steam ironing; do not machine wash or bleach.
- Material
- Pure European linen
- Gender
- female
- Style
- relaxed-fit, resortwear, artsy
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Size
Specifications
Artistic linen shirt with a paint-like brush stroke pattern, loose fit, and hidden side zip.
Pure European linen, loose fit, button front, hidden side zipper, lightweight structured fabric.
- Material
- Pure European linen
- Style
- relaxed-fit, resortwear, artsy
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- brush stroke paint-like pattern
- pure European linen fabric
- loose fit silhouette
- button-down front closure
- hidden zippered side closure
- lightweight structured linen
- artistic printed design
- holiday-ready style
Product Insights
The Michelle Painted Shapes Pure Linen Shirt emerges from a years-long friendship between ALEMAIS and artist Laurence Leenaert, translating her hand-painted studies into a unique garment with a Marrakech-inspired, sun-faded palette. Each shirt is singular due to random pattern cutting and a hidden side zip that preserves the print's flow while offering a clean silhouette. Made from 100% European linen sourced from Fair Trade or social-enterprise partners, the fabric's hollow flax fibers wick moisture and soften with each wash, deepening a natural patina. The main tradeoff is the lightweight linen's slight sheerness, recommending a camisole underneath, and a boxy fit that can be tightened by sizing down, though the intended loose cocooning fit is achieved in size 8.
Verified claims
- Collaboration story
- Collaboration born from a years-long friendship, not a licensing deal.
- Artistic process
- The painted pattern directly translates Laurence Leenaert's tactile studies in paint and embroidery.
- Color palette
- Palette inspired by Marrakech’s sun-faded tones.
- Design inspiration
- Print based on handmade studies after Marrakech immersion.
- Material
- 100% European linen from Fair Trade or social-enterprise partners.
- Design process
- Print is hand-painted on paper and fabric, with a sun-bleached palette from Marrakech.
- Print individuality
- A unique print placement per shirt results from random pattern cutting and a concealed side closure that maintains pattern flow.
- Runway debut
- Debuted at ALÉMAIS x LRNCE Resort 2026 runway show in Marrakech.
- Design story
- Artist's handmade studies, Marrakech colors, amplified cut with hidden zip.
- Sizing
- Size 8 gives the intended loose, cocooning fit; size 6 yields a closer but still relaxed fit.
- Pattern placement
- The all-over print is cut randomly, so placement varies per shirt.
- Pattern uniqueness
- Every Michelle shirt is unique due to random pattern cut, hand-painted origin, and intentional flattering design.
- Provenance
- The shirt originates from the ALÉMAIS x LRNCE collaboration, with a Marrakech-inspired palette, and debuted in the brand's first on-location show in Marrakech.
- Side zip
- Hidden side zip prevents gaping and preserves pattern flow for a clean silhouette.
- Breathability
- Hollow flax fibers wick moisture and keep the wearer cool
- Sustainability
- European linen farmed under EU eco-standards with lower water and chemical inputs
- Aging
- Each wash softens linen and deepens patina, enhancing comfort and print.
- Care
- Lightweight European linen is slightly sheer; wearing a camisole underneath is recommended.
- Ethical sourcing
- ALÉMAIS works only with Fair Trade or social enterprise partners.
- Artisan collaboration
- Pattern originates from hand-painted studies by artist Laurence Leenaert, based on a Marrakech friendship.
- Environmental footprint
- European linen from strict EU eco-standards; cold machine wash for low-energy care.
- Fit
- Sizing down tightens the fit; the boxy silhouette holds shape over time.
- Color inspiration
- Colors are drawn from Marrakech's sun-faded palette, inspired by the team's creative sojourn and the Resort 2026 runway debut.
- Print originality
- Handmade studies inform the print; random cutting makes each shirt unique.
- Fabric weight
- The shirt is made from a lightweight pure European linen, which contributes to its warm-weather comfort.
- Care instructions
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle and hang to dry; iron while still slightly damp for best results.
Product record
- Title
- Michelle Painted Shapes Pure Linen Shirt
- Brand
- ALEMAIS
- Price
- 199.95 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a short-sleeve, button-front shirt with an all-over painted abstract motif on a light cream base; visible collar, placket, short wide sleeves, and a hem that extends to upper thighs like a long shirt or tunic.
- Overall silhouetteStraight, loose-fitting short-sleeve shirt with a pointed shirt collar and a central button placket; hem sits near upper thigh and garment appears untucked.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.02 · w 0.82 · h 0.96 (high) - Collar and placketPointed collar in cream with rust-red trim; narrow central placket edged by a cream scalloped trim on a rust-red band.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - SleevesShort, wide sleeves ending above the elbow with a rust-red border and cream scalloped trim repeating the placket motif.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.16 · w 0.39 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.16 · w 0.39 · h 0.24 (high) - Painted abstract panelsAll-over painted abstract blocks and motifs including diamond pattern in blue and orange, black leaf-like shapes, rounded arches in pale mauve, vertical black and cream stripes, and circular accents in rust-red.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - Material appearanceLight, slightly textured woven fabric with a matte finish consistent with linen; paint strokes and brush texture visible in printed design.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (medium) - Visible seams and constructionCenter front placket with visible button closure; side seam and hem visible where front panel overlaps right side showing slight flare at hip.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model cropped at mid-thigh and chin against a neutral light-gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model cropImage shows model from mid-thigh to just above the mouth; head partially cropped and both arms visible with left hand relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth neutral light-gray background with even studio lighting producing soft, minimal shadows under the garment folds.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear detail and visible brushstroke texture in print; no motion blur.
Colors
warm cream· base fabricrust red· rust trim and broad motifs#8B654Cmedium azure· bright blue diamond shapesvibrant orange· orange diamonds and accents#D4AC7Cdeep black· black painted motifs and stripes#252424pale mauve· pale mauve arch#CAA484warm beige· beige and tan brush areas- Overall silhouetteStraight, loose-fitting short-sleeve shirt with a pointed shirt collar and a central button placket; hem sits near upper thigh and garment appears untucked.
- 02

Product
Short-sleeve button-front shirt in a painted all-over abstract print on a light cream linen ground, shown on a model from the upper torso to hip with the collar fastened at the top.
- Overall silhouetteBoxy short-sleeve shirt with a straight front placket and a pointed collar; hem and body hang loosely on the model.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.78 (high) - Collar and top closurePointed shirt collar with a scalloped decorative edge in a contrasting dark red-brown trim and a visible round top button at the collar stand.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.04 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Placket trimVertical central placket edged with a dark red-brown scalloped trim on a narrow light-cream strip; the placket visually overlaps painted motifs.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.66 (high) - Sleeve treatmentShort sleeves end with the same dark red-brown scalloped trim as the collar and placket; right sleeve (viewer left) shows an additional boxed red panel with white dotted pattern.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.24 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Painted abstract printAll-over hand-painted style motifs including geometric diamond shapes in blue and orange, rounded ovals, a black leaf-like motif, checker blocks in muted browns, and freeform brush textures in pastel pinks and grays.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.22 · w 0.80 · h 0.58 (high) - Black leaf motif text elementBlack simplified leaf/branch motif rendered as solid brush shapes on a light patch at left-front chest.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.38 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible fabric textureSubtle woven linen texture visible through the painted areas, giving a slightly slubbed, natural fiber appearance.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.20 · w 0.52 · h 0.60 (medium)
Other
Styled product shot cropped from mid-face to hip on a neutral light-gray background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model crop and poseImage shows a model from just below the nose to mid-hip with the left arm relaxed at the side and right hand partially in a pocket or off-frame, creating a slight drape at the front hem.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light-gray seamless background with soft, even studio lighting; gentle shadowing along the right side of the model.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with clear detail and accurate color rendering of the painted motifs.
Colors
warm cream· main fabric ground#ECEADCdeep red-brown· trim (collar, placket, sleeve edges)#8A654Bvivid blue· diamond motifbright orange· diamond motif#AB433Cjet black· bold motifmuted pink-lilac· soft painted areas- Overall silhouetteBoxy short-sleeve shirt with a straight front placket and a pointed collar; hem and body hang loosely on the model.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a loose, short-sleeve linen shirt with a painted abstract multicolor panel print, a visible center-back seam, a short standing collar, and contrasting maroon wavy trim at sleeve hems and shirt hem.
- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy short-sleeve shirt shown from the back with sleeves reaching just above the elbow and a straight hem that falls below the hip.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.05 · w 0.84 · h 0.90 (medium) - Fabric appearancePlain-woven linen texture visible through matte, painterly printed colors; surface appears slightly textured and not glossy.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (medium) - Center-back seamSingle vertical seam running down the middle of the back panel from collar to hem.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.06 · w 0.04 · h 0.80 (high) - Collar styleShort standing collar with a narrow band visible at the nape.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.02 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve hem trimMaroon band at sleeve hems featuring a cream-colored wavy scallop motif along the inner edge.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Hem trimMatching maroon band with cream wavy scallop motif along the shirt hem, creating a framed border for the print.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.88 · h 0.18 (high) - Painted abstract printLarge rectangular and irregular painted shapes in a patchwork arrangement including florals, diamonds, stripes, blocks and organic forms across the entire back and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.80 · h 0.66 (high) - Prominent floral motifLarge stylized flower with blue petal shapes outlined in white appearing on the upper right back panel.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.04 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - Geometric bandHorizontal row of alternating orange diamond shapes on a blue background near the upper-left back.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high) - Decorative black stripesThree parallel horizontal black stripes on a light background located below the diamond band on the left back panel.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.08 (high) - Lower patchwork squaresRectangular color blocks in warm ochre, orange, beige and brown arranged along the lower back above the hem trim.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - Tall vertical dark markA narrow, dark irregular vertical brush stroke framed by a lighter ochre rectangle on the right-center back panel.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.44 · w 0.14 · h 0.28 (high) - No visible fasteningsNo buttons, zippers or other closures are visible on the rear panel in this view.
Other
Model wearing matching printed shorts, neutral light gray studio background, soft even lighting with minimal shadows, image cropped to mid-thigh, slight right-facing pose revealing nape and side of face.
- Model presenceFemale model shown from the back with left arm relaxed at side and hair falling to the right shoulder; matching printed shorts visible below the shirt hem.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.28 · w 0.96 · h 0.72 (high) - BackgroundUniform light gray studio backdrop without visible texture or props.
- LightingSoft, even frontal lighting producing gentle, minimal shadows and accurate color rendering of the printed fabric.
- Crop and framingImage framed from the nape to mid-thigh, cropping part of the lower shorts and the top of the head; slight right-profile of the face is visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)
Colors
natural off-white· base fabricdeep maroon· border trim#4B1C1Bmedium sky blue· painted floral petalsvivid orange· diamond bandwarm ochre· painterly blocks#C4A48Bvery dark brown· dark brush stroke#231D1Cmuted pale blue· pale blue panel#9BACB3- Overall silhouetteLoose, boxy short-sleeve shirt shown from the back with sleeves reaching just above the elbow and a straight hem that falls below the hip.
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- Brand
- ALEMAIS
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