DOROTHY | needlecord | cotton peplum shirt

 Fit:  Dorothy wears a Withnell size 2 (10-12)  in saffron. Ruby  wears a Withnell size 3 (14-16) in navy and doe.

Behind the Design

The shape of Dorothy was inspired by the landscapes throughout the Pennines.

The silhouette is designed to  move with the body and fall naturally. Like all Withnell garments, Dorothy began as an original pattern drafted by hand in my studio before being refined through multiple samples and fittings.

Made One-by-One

Every Dorothy is:

• Pattern drafted in-house
• Individually cut by hand
• Sewn by a single maker
• Finished using traditional sewing techniques

I make around 100 garments each year, allowing me to focus on quality rather than quantity.

Fabric & Feel

This shirt is made using carefully selected pima cotton needle cord chosen for its  durability, drape and ability to soften beautifully with wear.

Cotton corduroy is:

• Breathable
• Hard wearing
• Naturally biodegradable
• Suitable for year-round layering
• The fabric will become softer and more personal with every wash

A Few Thoughtful Details

Every Withnell garment includes:

These small details are intended to encourage a longer relationship with your clothing.

Caring For Your Garment

• Machine wash at 30°C
• Line dry where possible
• Warm iron on reverse if desired

Made Slowly

 Made to order in Lancashire. No excess stock is produced and every garment is cut individually once an order is placed. Natural fibres, careful sourcing and small-scale production sit at the heart of Withnell.

Delivery

Please allow approximately 2-3 weeks for your garment to be made.

All  orders are shipped using tracked delivery.

Read more about our process

Dorothy is named after my mum. Practical, generous and quietly determined, she taught me that the things we treasure most are often the things made with care and worn often.