Galliano "The Bitter Tea of General Yen" SS03 Graphic Tee

This collection, and Galliano's work during this specific period, was heavily influenced by a blend of cinematic history, orientalism, and punk-rock aesthetics. The graphic is inspired by the 1933 Pre-Code American film The Bitter Tea of General Yen. It features a stylized, cinematic-poster-style print of the film's lead, along with the tagline: "They found a love they dared not touch!" The shirt has an intentional "vintage" or "distressed" look, with tea-stained-like discolorations and raw edges. This was a signature technique of Galliano during the early 2000s to make new garments look like found archival treasures. Like most Galliano tops from this era, the fit is "baby-tee" style—very slim, short, and contoured to the body. Free from flaws, with a marked size XXS and a recommended fit for XS. Chest 34 cm Shoulder 34 cm Length 56 cm Marked Size XXS Recommended Size XS