matching duo t-shirts 1
matching duo t-shirts 1
Duo of upcycled oversized T-shirts – Handmade T-shirts made from recycled clothing
This duo of oversized, crew-neck T-shirts is part of an upcycled, handcrafted fashion approach. The two pieces are designed together as a linked garment set, conceived to create a relationship through clothing and tell a shared textile story.
Each T-shirt is handmade from carefully selected recycled clothing and second-hand textiles . This upcycling approach transforms existing materials into creative and contemporary garments.
The shades of color, patterns, and certain cuts may vary slightly depending on the original textiles. Each pair thus becomes a unique creation , carrying the memory of the garments transformed.
Description of the T-shirt duo
Two upcycled, oversized T-shirts designed as a pair of linked garments
Optical illusion cutouts on the front and back of the sleeves
Unique patterns achieved through folding and artisanal bleaching inspired by Shibori
Raw edge finish accentuates the effect of one t-shirt layered over another
Necklines made from ribbing salvaged from old t-shirts
Assemblies and details that preserve the memory of transformed second-hand clothing
Size and fit
One size fits all
Oversized, loose and structured cut
Measurements per T-shirt:
Front length (shoulder point to hem): 75 cm
Chest measurement: 124 cm
Shoulder + sleeve length: 40 cm
The model is 1.90 m tall and usually wears a size M.
The specific feature of the linked T-shirt
The story of this T-shirt duo
This duo of oversized T-shirts was born from the transformation of secondhand garments selected for their materials and colors. In a handcrafted upcycled fashion approach, each piece of fabric is observed, folded, dyed, or cut to reveal a new silhouette. Inspired by dyeing techniques like Shibori and the concept of "linked garments," this duo offers two pieces that interact with each other. Transforming rather than discarding: these T-shirts continue their story in a new form.
A unique handcrafted piece – Finishes & Shibori
The finishes are designed to reveal the upcycled dimension of the garment and to highlight the particularities of the original textiles.
The design is created using a hand-folding technique inspired by Japanese Shibori. The artisanal bleaching process makes each piece impossible to reproduce exactly.
Transform rather than discard: this t-shirt tells a second story. Every seam, every shade of white or color, preserves the memory of the original textile while offering a new contemporary silhouette.
How do French designers incorporate upcycling into their creative clothing collections?
Linked T-shirts: a concept of connected clothing in upcycled fashion
To incorporate upcycling into their collections, Vincent Esclade develops original concepts. For example, the "Linked T-shirts" offer garments designed in pairs. Each piece interacts with another, creating a textile relationship and a shared story.
Handmade T-shirts made from recycled clothing
Enriching the French upcycled fashion scene, Vincent Esclade creates handmade T-shirts from existing garments. Forgotten shirts, jerseys, and other textiles become the foundation for new creations. This artisanal transformation results in unique garments.
Restoring a poetic dimension to the history of clothing
Upcycling also allows us to reveal the history of textiles. Traces of time are highlighted, original colors and seams are preserved to create a new silhouette. The garment thus retains a personal story while becoming a contemporary piece.
Traditional techniques for transforming second-hand clothing
To incorporate upcycling into his collections, Vincent Esclade uses artisanal techniques such as dyeing, embroidery, and screen printing. These techniques allow him to transform secondhand clothing into creative pieces.