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FROM ONE WOMAN TO ANOTHER. ALL DAY, EVERY DAY.
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ESSENTIALS Shirtmaking classics, reinterpretations that explore unconventional shapes and are designed to compliment the female silhouette. An everyday must-have.
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April wears AL02 shirt by A-Line Essentials
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AL02 The AL02 is a simple, versatile shirt, a day-to-day must have. Because of the noble fibres in its composition, satin poplin was the material of choice to produce this piece, distinct for its elasticity, comfort, and soft-touch feel. A take on a menswear mainstay and of classic inspiration, luxe modern details make for a reinvented shirt. Its white mother-of pearl buttons are covered by a placket featuring delicate details, and its back is complemented by a full length pleat. The overlapping closure cuff features two buttonholes, one horizontal, the other diagonal; it can, however, be left unfastened for an unconventional look. Execution takes 130 m of fabric, 3 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. Highly adaptable and suitable for any time of the day, the AL02 can be worn buttoned-up, for a sober boyfriend look, or with a few buttons undone, for an ultra-feminine, polished look. It can be worn with a scarf or a pearl necklace, kindling immediate sophistication.
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AL03 The AL03 is a simple, versatile shirt, a night-to-day must have. Because of the noble fibres in its composition, cotton was the material of choice to produce this piece, distinct for its fluidity, comfort, and soft-touch feel. A take on a menswear mainstay, loose-fitted and of classic inspiration, this shirt stands out for its unique texture, alternating matte white horizontal stripes and soft transparencies. The AL03 features eight mother-of pearl placketed buttons and a white contrasting collar (ton sur ton). The overlapping closure cuff is quite high, with a cut out detail, featuring two mother-of-pearl buttons and two buttonholes, one horizontal, the other diagonal; it can, however, be left unfastened for a luxurious feel. Execution takes 1,30 m of fabric, 3 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. Highly adaptable and suitable for any time of the day, the AL03 can be worn buttoned-up, for a boyfriend look, or with a few buttons undone, for an ultra-feminine, polished look. For perfect day-to-night transition, we suggest it is worn with a short leather skirt.
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April wears AL03 shirt by A-Line Essentials
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EDITIONS With each edition, a new chapter in the history of A-Line is written. They feature unique pieces, flawlessly produced, surprising for their irreverence and unlikely details.
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April wears Blue Pierrot shirt by A-Line Editions
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BLUE PIERROT The Blue Pierrot shirt takes inspiration from the French Commedia dell’Arte. With a more laid-back look in mind, it is made of blue cotton and has a ribbed texture. With a ruffle going from front to back, the shirt features three hidden and three visible silver metallic buttons. The asymmetric cuff features two golden metallic buttons. Execution takes 1,80 m of fabric, 3 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. This shirt is perfect to wear with jeans. To amp up the Parisian look, we suggest accessorizing it with a fun beret and ballet flats.
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JUNGLE Jungle is a shirt dress that revisits the vibrant energy of the 20’s in South Africa. Rose cotton, with organic and ecologically perfect fibres, was the material of choice to produce this piece. This fabric is UV radiation resistant and has nutritional properties that actively stimulate cell regeneration, improve blood circulation and reduce body odour. Adaptable to temperature changes, it can be comfortably worn all-year-round. It is a versatile, soft-touch, loose-fitted piece, and all its details are thoroughly thought of. The two lateral slits are finished with a triangle; a long pleat flows from the central placket featuring four mother-of –pearl buttons and finished with a collar stand. The high cuff is embellished by two mother-of-pearl buttons. Execution takes 1,40 m of fabric, 3 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. Perfect for laid-back looks, the Jungle shirt dress can be paired with khaki shorts or wide leg pants. For full-on irreverence and sophistication, we suggest wearing it with a colourful scarf.
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SAFARI Safari is a shirt dress that revisits the vibrant energy of the 20’s in South Africa. Rose cotton, with organic and ecologically perfect fibres, was the material of choice to produce this piece. This fabric is UV radiation resistant and has nutritional properties that reduce body odour. Adaptable to temperature changes, it can be comfortably worn all-year-round. It is a versatile, loose-fitted, soft-touch piece with unique details. Six mother-of-pearl buttons are vertically distributed along the 78-centimetre-long piece, which features two symmetrical pockets with mother-of-pearl buttons. Execution takes 1,70 m of fabric, 3 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams.Perfect for laid-back days, the Safari shirt dress can be worn with or without the rose cotton belt. Tucked into trousers or shorts, or worn on its own, when flaunting it, highlighting the waistline is a must. It’s the perfect piece to accessorize with a hat.
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April wears Savanna oversized shirt by A-Line Editions
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April wears Swallow’s Wings shirt by A-Line Editions
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SWALLOW’S WINGS Swallow’s Wings is a shirt that takes inspiration from the women’s self-assertion movement, it is defined by its unconventional high, rounded collar. Because of its softness and slightly structured texture, satin stretch cotton/polyamide was the material of choice to produce this piece. It is flowy and of classic inspiration, but modern, sophisticated details make for a reinvented shirt. The asymmetrical cuff takes the shape of the collar, it can be worn unfastened, folded or fastened with its delicate mother-of-pearl button. The plain vertical placket leaves only the top button, by the collar, visible. Execution takes 1,46 m of fabric, 5 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. This is the ideal piece to wear with and old pin, a colourful bow, or a über modern jewellery piece, such as a choker.
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SILK 01 The Silk 01 is a simple, versatile shirt, a day-to-night must-have. Because of its noblesse and sheen, silk was the material of choice to produce this piece, distinct for its comfort and soft-touch feel. With a tailored waist, although of classic inspiration, subtle modern details make for a reinvented shirt. It features ten silk covered buttons that are hand sewn, eight are vertically aligned down the front and two are featured on the cuffs. Execution takes 1,40 m of fabric, 2.5h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. The Silk01 can be worn buttoned-up, or with a few buttons left casually undone, with a black bralette under it.
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THOUSAND LAYERS The Thousand Layers is a simple but detailed shirt, inspired by femininity. Because of the noble fibres in its composition, satin poplin was the material of choice to produce this piece, distinct for its elasticity, comfort, and soft-touch feel. Built from a combination of different shapes, this is an A-Line shirt. It features a golden zipper at the back and three-quarter sleeves and oozes a modern, differentiating vibe. Execution takes 1,10 m of fabric, 2 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. This piece stands on its own, rendering any accessory superfluous. Perfect to wear with jeans.
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April wears A Thousand Layers shirt by A-Line Editions
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BOLD LOOP Bold Loop is a shirt that takes inspiration from women’s delicacy and creates a luxurious impact with its loose loop around the neck. Matte white cotton was the material of choice to produce this piece, classic in construction and loose-fitted. It is a simple piece featuring unconventional details - the sleeves, initially wide, progressively adjust to the arm, revealing a high, elegant cuff, triangle shaped with a mother-of-pearl button. Execution takes 1,75 m of fabric, 2 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. Being so feminine, this shirt works well with classic trousers or mom jeans paired with nude stilettos.
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QUEEN VICTORIA Queen Victoria is a shirt that takes inspiration from the Victorian Age revival, a time when women’s fashion was at its peak. Because of its noblesse and sheen, silk was the material of choice to produce this piece, classic in construction and extremely soft to touch. The collar, rich in ruffle juxtapositions and finished by a silver chain hand sewn to the stiches, is a celebration of the statement that the 19th women’s wardrobe epitomised. A long cuff pairs the ruffled collar, featuring a silk covered button. The piece finishes with 8 silk covered buttons sewn down the front. Execution takes 1,65 m of fabric, 3.5h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. It can be worn with classic trousers, or, for a casual-chic look, with jeans.
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PUFF SLEEVE The Puff Sleeve is a bold shirt, inspired in the audacity of the contagious 80’s. Matte white cotton was the material of choice to produce this piece, classic in construction but exuberant in design. Seven mother-of-pearl buttons lead up to its collar stand. Its high cuffs, finished with two mother-of-pearl buttons, can be worn unfastened, folded or fastened. Execution takes 1,40 m of fabric, 3 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. It is perfect with skirt overalls or a short A-Line skirt.
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April wears Puff Sleeve shirt by A-Line Editions
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PADDED SHOULDER Padded Shoulder is a shirt with an unconventional structure and cut, inspired by the padding trend. Its perfectly outlined, mushroom-shaped shoulders are its highlight. In matte white cotton, the shirt features silver chains, manually sewn along the stiches of the padded texture. It is finished with three quarter sleeves and a round collar with a metallic centre button. The remaining buttons on it are covered by a vertical plain placket. Execution takes 1,30 m of fabric, 5,5 m of chain, 4 h of work and maximum attention to detail – including clean-finished seams. The Padded Shoulder shirt should be worn buttoned-up. Featuring so many details, it stands on its own, rendering any accessory superfluous.
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SELF-ASSERTION FOR WOMEN. At A-Line we believe that all women, regardless of their age, personality, style or build should feel powerful and confident enough to express their uniqueness. FROM ONE WOMAN TO ANOTHER. Designed by and for women, our shirts meet women’s need for comfort and self-assertion, they are the perfect fit anywhere, anytime. QUALITY, QUALITY, QUALITY. When we think fashion, more than styles or trends, we prioritise quality. Our pieces are designed and produced in Portugal, materials are rigorously curated and there is maximum attention
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A-Line is a women’s shirtwear brand challenging conventions to create the perfect fit for the 21st century woman. Simplicity meets sophistication - the synergy results in unlikely shapes that compliment the female body.
The brand’s designs are a reflection of what the A- Line woman stands for – elegance, maturity and confidence. Designing the perfect shirt and sharing it with women everywhere was Alexandra Carneiro’s drive. Thorough and passionate about detail, the creative director at A-Line has synced her sense of taste and her 20 years’ experience in the textile industry to reinvent the essentials in a woman’s wardrobe. Inspiration was sparked by women for whom comfort and distinctiveness come first, anytime and anywhere. A- Line curates natural and delicate materials such as cotton and silk to design easy care, functional, high quality pieces. Available in neutral shades and pastel colours, the design’s wow factor is its fit, softness and attention to detail.
From one woman to another. All day, every day.
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U N CO N V E N T I O N A L S H A PE S .
ALEX ANDR A CARNEIRO
Her mother being a dressmaker, Alexandra Carneiro grew up around thread, sewing patterns and fabrics. This also meant that high quality standards and attention to detail were the norm for her, and when playing as a child, she would already turn the hems for flawless, perfect seams on the pieces in which she dressed her dolls. Those days, garments were tailored and intended to endure time. Her personality would translate into the unique pieces she wore, and Alexandra has always stood out for her impeccable taste and sophistication, characteristics that have also defined her path and her career in the creative areas. When she was only 18 she began working at a textile company, her first learning experience in the industry. It didn’t take long before she set up her first business, and, little by little, she built a loyal client portfolio across Europe. In 2015, a lifelong dream came true – she set up her own atelier, where she still develops garments for international private labels. Benefiting from a career of over 20 years in the textile industry, she has come to realise that there is a segment of women unsuccessfully seeking for elegant, comfortable pieces that are adaptable and suitable for any time of the day who end up settling for options that are not really what they had in mind in the first place.
Being a wife, mother, business owner/manager and creative director, Alexandra Carneiro has a real insight into women’s needs, which is why, in 2016, she embraced the challenge of reinventing the shirt – a staple in a woman’s closet –, an approach with unconventional shapes and details at its core.
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Art Direction, Design & Copy
The CFM Brand activation Stills Luís Espinheira Atelier Miguel Silva Rocha Campaign Joel Bessa Photography assistant Mariana
Magalhães e Diana Lopes Styling Nelson Vieira
Styling assistant Sofia Martins Hair Styling Zé Carlos Taipa Make up Helena Almeida Model April — We Are Models
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