Meticulously handcrafted in our South Manchester studio, this one-of-a-kind garment is a unique upcycled cotton blouse that brings a playful, characterful aesthetic to a beautifully tailored silhouette.
The piece has been expertly deconstructed and reimagined from a crisp cotton men's Koton shirt, cutting a classic white bicycle print into a fresh, contemporary cropped length.
The design features our signature high, tightly gathered pie-crust ruffle collar and a modern boxy cropped hemline that hangs effortlessly.
The neat short sleeves and crisp patch pocket keep the visual focus entirely on the whimsical novelty print and structured neckline, making it a perfect match for high-waisted denim or utility trousers.
Design Features & Sustainability Details
Upcycled Material: 100% premium woven cotton, rescued from a pre-loved Koton garment.
Signature Neckline: Tall, meticulously gathered pie-crust ruffle collar.
Modern Proportions: Boxy cropped hemline and clean short sleeves.
One-of-a-Kind: Expertly patterned and constructed in Manchester; entirely unique to your wardrobe.
Sizing & Garment Measurements
Recommended for a standard UK Size 14 (offers a beautiful, clean boxy fit with comfortable ease). Please check the flat garment measurements below before purchasing:
Chest: 44 inches / 112 cm
Waist: Open, boxy crop
Centre-Front Length: 18 inches / 46 cm
Fabric & Care Instructions
Composition: 100% Premium Woven Cotton
Care: Machine washable on a cool, delicate cycle (30°C recommended to protect the gathered details). Alternatively, hand wash. Line dry flat. Iron on a medium cotton setting. Do not tumble dry.
Light, breathable and quietly distinctive — a simple, thoughtful rework with a touch of personality.
Styled in the lifestyle images with a vintage tan leather shoulder bag, available to purchase separately here.
Maroon Bicycle Print Upcycled Cotton Blouse (UK 14)
At Mabel Green Studio, we believe in giving beautifully made pieces a considered second life. Each vintage, pre‑loved or reworked garment is chosen for its quality, craftsmanship and character — the kind of work that deserves to be preserved, not discarded.
Our philosophy ensures that garments and accessories which might otherwise be lost to time are treated with respect; we honour the materials, the makers and the stories they carry. Some pieces are carefully revived in their original form; others are thoughtfully redesigned and reimagined into contemporary silhouettes that allow the fabric to live on in a new way.
Only items that meet our standards for condition, authenticity and longevity are selected for our curated collection.
Each piece reflects our commitment to slow fashion, responsible making and the understated beauty of extending a garment’s life with intention.