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Nicole Miller became known in the late ’80s and ’90s for her irreverent, graphic-driven textiles, often produced in silk or rayon blends with vivid illustration. Her “Country Music,” “Wine & Roses,” and “Vegas” prints were all part of limited runs that celebrated Americana kitsch with couture tailoring. This shirt, from the same lineage, embodies that aesthetic: humor, craftsmanship, and color in perfect harmony.

This rare Nicole Miller limited-edition shirt captures the designer’s signature fusion of high fashion wit and Americana nostalgia. Crafted in the United States in the early 1990s, the piece juxtaposes a classic chambray front with a silk-like back panel bursting with playful “Country Sass” illustrations, a musical collage of cowboys, guitars, and honky-tonk humor. The pattern features song lyrics and tongue-in-cheek country tropes, making it both wearable art and a collector’s statement.

The back label reads: “Limited Quantities. Of this style in this pattern have been made for the United States. This pattern will never be repeated.”, confirming this as part of a true one-time release, characteristic of Nicole Miller’s quirky printed capsule runs from that era. Each design was produced in small batches, often featuring artist collaborations and bold novelty themes that blurred the line between fashion and pop culture commentary.

Era: 1990s
Designer/Brand: Nicole Miller
Origin: USA
Design: chambray front/sleeves; black silk back; curved shirttail; chest pocket
Material/Construction: cotton chambray with 100% silk printed back
Condition: excellent vintage; vibrant print; no pulls
Size & Fit: flat est.: shoulders 19 in, bust 23 in, waist 22.5 in, hem 23.5 in, sleeves 24 in, front length 29.5 in, back 31 in; relaxed M–L


Each vintage piece has lived a life before finding its way to us, some may show gentle signs of wear that add to its story and character. All measurements are taken flat unless otherwise noted. While we include an estimated modern size for reference, we recommend reviewing the listed measurements for your best fit. Model's measurements are- bust: 36 inches, waist: 28 inches, hips: 38 inches