Blake keeps it relaxed, with a sleeve that does all the talking.

The Blake is a relaxed fit shirt made from 100% cotton poplin, in white. It has a collar, a button and loop closure down the full placket, and three-quarter pleated puff sleeves gathered into a button cuff. The back has a dropped, gathered yoke and a wide, straight hem. The last button carries the signature red thread. It's made in Cape Town, South Africa, by a small all-female team, in a limited run.

The sleeve does the work here. Pleated at the shoulder for volume, then gathered down into a cuff with its own button closure, it stays three-quarter in length so it never gets in the way.

At the back, a dropped yoke is gathered for movement through the shoulders, and the hem sits wide and straight rather than curved, which is deliberate, not an oversight.

Style the Blake with the Stella Balloon Pants in Denim for a considered, easy pairing, or wear it with anything you already reach for.

FAQ

Does the Blake run true to size, and which size should I take?
The Blake has a relaxed fit. Our model is 1.70m and wears a size 32. Take your usual Signature by Des size for an easy, comfortable fit.

What fabric is it made from and how does it wear?
The Blake is made from 100% cotton poplin. It holds a crisp shape while staying breathable, and softens gradually with wear and washing.

How do I wash and care for it?
Hand wash only. This keeps the cotton poplin, the sleeve detail, and the red thread in good condition over time.

What can I wear it with?
Style the Blake with the Stella Balloon Pants in Denim for a matching, considered look, or wear it with your own separates.

Where is it made?
The Blake is made in Cape Town, South Africa, by a small all-female team, as part of a limited run.