Anne Fontaine: the perfect white shirt

Born to a Brazilian mother and a French father, Anne Fontaine – in my opinion – creates some of the most beautiful white shirts in the world. The classic white shirt is the equivalent of the “small black dress” which is a fashion must-have, an indispensable piece of every woman’s wardrobe. The choice of a single, luxurious product, and the cachet of “Made in France” allowed this designer to distinguish her brand and product. Anne Fontaine’s shirts are beautifully designed, feminine and sensual; they are made of pique (brushed) cotton, poplin, and organdy. Her designs have “double collars,” laces, flowers (of the same white fabric) and unique twists that other shirts do not have. Each shirt is a perfect. Unfortunately, they are a bit pricey (especially now that the dollar is so weak against the euro). They do have sales twice a year, however! Located at 909 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois but they have boutiques throughout the United States and Europe.