The Belle - Silk Feel Fitted Button Up with Princess Seams
PRINCESS SEAMS
Princess seams are long, curved seams that run vertically down a garment to shape it smoothly over the bust and waist, creating a tailored, body-contouring fit without darts.
Princess seams differ from darts because they are full-length, curved seams that shape and contour the entire garment from shoulder (or armhole) to hem, while darts are short, stitched folds that remove small amounts of fabric in one localized area for shaping.
CORE FEATURES
The Belle is a women's fitted button-up shirt built around princess seams and Ameliora's Dynamic Drape™ Fabric — a silky, four-way stretch material that gives you the polished look of a tailored shirt with the comfort of something you actually want to wear all day.
Key Features
- Dynamic Drape™ Fabric – lightweight, silky smooth, and engineered with four-way stretch for a fluid, sculpted feel
- Princess seams – expertly placed to contour the body with subtle precision, flattering from every angle
- Wrinkle-resistant – looks polished straight from your bag, no ironing or dry cleaning required
- Machine washable – easy care for an everyday wardrobe staple
- Breathable and quick-drying – stays comfortable from morning meetings to after-work plans
- Available in six colors – Slate, Navy, Black, Cream, Nut, and Mocha
Specs
- Fabric: Dynamic Drape™ (nylon, polyester, lycra blend) – four-way stretch
- Fit: Sculpted, fitted through the body
- Sleeve length: Long sleeve
- Closure: Button-up front
- Care: Machine washable, wrinkle-resistant
- Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
- Colors: Slate, Navy, Black, Cream, Nut, Mocha
- Gender: Women's
- Brand: Ameliora
- Price: $150
How to Wear It
Tuck into tailored trousers for the office, pair with denim for a polished casual look, or layer under a blazer for evenings. The fitted silhouette and refined fabric make it equally at home in a boardroom or at brunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it actually machine washable? Yes – no dry cleaning needed. The Dynamic Drape™ Fabric is designed for easy care.
Does it run true to size? The Belle is cut for a fitted, sculpted silhouette. If you prefer a slightly relaxed fit, size up.
Is the fabric stretchy? Yes – four-way stretch throughout, so it moves with you rather than pulling or restricting.
Will it wrinkle in a suitcase? No – wrinkle-resistant fabric means it comes out of your bag ready to wear.
MATERIALS & CARE
Made with Ameliora’s signature lightweight and luxurious Italian EveryWear fabric, a 72% Nylon Polyamide/28% Elastane (Lycra®) blend.
Machine wash cold with like colors, lay flat to dry.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Size Guide
| Size | Chest | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS (0-2) | 33 - 34" | 25 - 26" | 35 - 36" |
| S (4-6) | 35 - 36" | 27 - 28" | 37 - 38" |
| M (8-10) | 37 - 38" | 29 - 30" | 39 - 40" |
| L (12-14) | 39 1/2 - 41" | 31 1/2 - 33" | 41 1/2 - 43" |
| XL / 16 | 42 1/2" | 34 1/2" | 44 1/2" |
| Size | Chest | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 33" | 25" | 35" |
| 2 | 34" | 26" | 36" |
| 4 | 35" | 27" | 37" |
| 6 | 36" | 28" | 38" |
| 8 | 37" | 29" | 39" |
| 10 | 38" | 30" | 40" |
| 12 | 39 1/2" | 31 1/2" | 40 1/2" |
| 14 | 41" | 33" | 43" |
| 16 | 42 1/2" | 34 1/2" | 44 1/2" |
THE FABRIC
The Belle is made from our Dynamic Drape fabric, developed in partnership with Italian mills to behave like a luxury silk shirting while performing like nothing else in your wardrobe.
Soft and fluid to the touch, it moves with a quiet weight that falls naturally against the body without clinging or stiffening. Four-way stretch means it adapts to your movement rather than resisting it. Wrinkle resistance is built into the weave, not applied as a finish, so it holds its shape on a long flight, through a full day of meetings, and out the other side of your washing machine.
Lightweight. Breathable. Fully machine washable. No dry cleaner. No ironing. Just a shirt that looks exactly as good at 6pm as it did at 8am.
THE CRAFT
Our curved seams follow the body's natural lines rather than cutting across them. The result is a fitted silhouette that doesn't pull, gap, or require constant adjustment. The back neckline is cut precisely to sit flush at the shoulder, which improves posture and means the collar stays exactly where you put it. Buttons are spaced and positioned for a clean front line whether the shirt is tucked or worn loose.
Our technical design team trained under master Italian pattern makers and studied every construction detail before a single piece went into production. We grade generously across sizes, adding ease where the body needs it, so a size 12 drapes with the same refinement as a size 2.