French poet Remy Belleau (1528–1577) invented a myth in which Bacchus, the god of intoxication, of wine, and grapes was pursuing a maiden named Amethyste, who refused his affections. Amethyste prayed to the gods to remain chaste, a prayer which the chaste goddess Diana answered, transforming her into a white stone. Humbled by Amethyste's desire to remain chaste, Bacchus poured wine over the stone as an offering, dyeing the crystals purple. The banana jury is still out on whether this is a romantic gesture or not, but we do know that the 'Amethyst' Raw Silk Jacket is the epitome of handwoven romance. The purple and black silk is crafted in a freeform grid weave, creating a subtle strength in appearance. It is a jacket that can easily transition from morning to noon to night. Now, that's romantic.
WEAVE INFO
100% Handwoven Raw Silk Lining: Black Bemberg Buttons: Spanish Buffalo Horn
Medium Weight Weave Weave Time: 227 Days Yield: 33.4 yds
Love the shirt which is more ivory than white. Quality of the linen and buttons is fabulous as is the workmanship. The size L is a throwback to the days when Joe Bananas size L was equivalent to everyone else's XL, but this will apparently be changing as new stock arrives.
I very much like the vibrant colours, unique patterns and quality garments that Joe Bananas have on offer. Just can’t resist buying something that catches my eye.
The idiom “ look and feel a million dollars” comes to mind.
David will enjoy his new linen shirt once our weather improves.
Have laundered it and has come up very well.
Not sure about the advice as to ironing it. I felt it needed the iron directly on it to take away the creases even though I hand washed it and hung out to drip dry.
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