Vintage 90s Motto Red Sleeveless 100% Linen Shirt Size 16

A piece of Australian fashion history — this vibrant red linen sleeveless shirt was produced for Motto's Spring/Summer 1997 collection, at the height of the brand's Melbourne boutique era. Pure 100% linen in a rich, confident red; the kind of colour Motto built its reputation on. Small side slits allow for easy movement, and a decorative button closure at the back adds a considered finishing detail. Made locally in Victoria, Australia, this is slow fashion before slow fashion had a name — and a beautiful find for anyone who appreciates natural fibres and a garment with genuine provenance.

• Rich red colourway
• Sleeveless silhouette
• Small side slits for ease of movement
• Decorative button closure at the back
• Composition: 100% linen
• Made in Victoria, Australia
• Care: machine wash
• Size 16
• Condition: good — shows some signs of wear; minor discolouration spots that blend in well and are quite difficult to see; please refer to photographs
• Photographed on a standard size 16 mannequin

Measurements (taken flat):

• Bust: 114cm
• Length: 66cm

About Motto: Motto is an iconic Australian women's fashion label founded in Melbourne in 1985 by Faye and John Browne. Built on bold colours, flattering fits, and empowering designs, Motto grew a devoted following throughout the 1990s — becoming a go-to destination for chic, tailored womenswear across its Melbourne boutique network. For over 40 years, Motto has been more than a clothing brand; it's a community and a style movement, with generations of women passing their love of the label on to their daughters.