Mandarin-collared Shirt - Red Vases
The Mandarin-collared Shirt in Red Vases is a smart mandarin-collared shirt for boys, with red buttons down the front, made for Chinese New Year visiting, reunion dinners and family photos. Made from 100% woven cotton, it stays crisp and breathable through a warm Singapore CNY. Pair it with our Charlie Shorts in Off-white for an easy festive outfit.
Our hand-drawn Red Vases print is inspired by traditional Chinese porcelain, with blue-and-white vases of blossoming branches on a red background. Vases are a symbol of peace and good fortune, and the blossoms stand for new beginnings. Match Dad in the Men's Mandarin-collared Shirt, his sister in the girls' Sasha Dress or Mum in the Ladies Sasha Dress.
Key Features
- Mandarin collar for a traditional look
- Red buttons down the front
- 100% woven cotton, crisp and breathable for Singapore weather
- Relaxed fit with room to move
- Matches the Men's Mandarin-collared Shirt
- Length: 37 cm (2Y) to 64 cm (14Y)
Size and Fit
Fit: Relaxed. Choose his usual size.
- Model is 2 years 11 months old, 97 cm tall and 14 kg, and wears 3Y.
How to read this chart: Chest is measured flat across the garment, so double it for the full measurement. Measurements may vary by up to 1.3 cm (0.5").
| Size | Chest, flat (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 2Y | 28 | 37 |
| 3Y | 30.5 | 40 |
| 4Y | 33 | 43 |
| 5Y | 35.5 | 46 |
| 6Y | 38 | 49 |
| 8Y | 40.5 | 53 |
| 10Y | 43.5 | 57 |
| 12Y | 46.5 | 61 |
| 14Y | 48.5 | 64 |
Care and Composition
Material: 100% cotton.
- Hand wash or cold machine wash.
- Wash with similar colours.
- Do not bleach, dry clean or soak.
- Hang to dry in the shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this shirt true to size?
Yes. It is a relaxed fit, so choose his usual size. To double-check, lay a shirt he already wears flat, measure across the chest and compare it with the chart.
What can he wear it with?
Our Charlie Shorts in Off-white make a smart CNY outfit. After the festive season, it also works with jeans or chino shorts.
Is there a matching outfit for the family?
Yes. The Red Vases print also comes in a Men's Mandarin-collared Shirt (XS to XXL), a girls' Sasha Dress (4Y to 14Y), a girls' Drop Waist Cheongsam (4Y to 14Y), a tween Amanda Top (8Y to 14Y) and a Ladies Sasha Dress (S to XXL).
Standard Courier
2-3 working days
Express Courier
1-2 working days
Self-Collection
1-2 working days
Available at The Elly Store @ One Holland Village and The Elly Office
Returns are accepted within 30 days of purchase for an exchange or store credit. Items must be in their original condition, unwashed, and with the packaging intact. Sale items cannot be returned or exchanged.
Find out more about our shipping policy and exchange policy.
Red & Turquoise Vases
Our Red Vases and Turquoise Vases prints come in two elegant colourways, offering a refined way for families to twin in style this Chinese New Year 2026. Inspired by traditional Chinese porcelain, the hand-drawn design features ornamental blue-and-white vases filled with blossoming branches, symbolising renewal, prosperity, and the arrival of spring.
In Chinese culture, decorative vases represent peace, harmony, and good fortune, while blooming flowers signify new beginnings and growth for the year ahead. The bold red background brings auspicious festive energy, while the serene turquoise background offers a calming, elegant alternative.
Whether worn for reunion dinners, house visits, family celebrations, or as a meaningful festive gift, the Red Vases and Turquoise Vases prints bring timeless heritage, balance, and celebratory charm to Lunar New Year dressing.
Designed for Families in Singapore
Every elly print is hand-drawn in house by our design team in Singapore. Our Chinese New Year collection was drawn as a four-seasons series of spring, summer, autumn and winter, and most prints come in baby, kids', ladies' and men's styles, so the whole family can match for reunion dinner and house visits.
We make our pieces for Singapore weather. Most are 100% cotton or our soft jersey with 5% elastane, so they stay comfortable through a long, warm day of visiting. For Disney fans, our Disney | elly designs include Mickey and Disney Princess prints.