Regular and Large print chart included
PatternKeeper compatible
The Arrow Collar Man by J. C. Leyendecker captures the effortless sophistication and refined style that made Leyendecker one of the most influential illustrators of the early twentieth century. Originally created as part of the iconic Arrow Collar advertising campaign, this elegant composition reflects the golden age of American illustration and the rise of modern fashion advertising.
J. C. Leyendecker became famous for his stylish magazine covers, advertisements, and idealized portrayals of fashionable society. His work for Arrow Collar shirts helped define the image of the modern gentleman and established the legendary “Arrow Collar Man” as one of the earliest advertising icons in American culture. His illustrations influenced generations of artists and advertisers, including Norman Rockwell.
This beautifully composed scene combines fashionable figures, relaxed social interaction, and graceful decorative design. The crisp striped shirts, tailored clothing, and leisurely atmosphere evoke the elegance and optimism of the early twentieth century. Leyendecker’s distinctive brushwork, sculptural treatment of fabric, and warm color palette create a sense of sophistication and timeless charm.
Unlike traditional fine art portraiture, Leyendecker’s illustrations balanced realism with idealization, producing images that felt both aspirational and approachable. His ability to capture personality, style, and atmosphere made his work instantly recognizable and enormously influential during the Golden Age of Illustration.
For stitchers who love vintage fashion, classic Americana, elegant illustration, and early twentieth-century design, The Arrow Collar Man offers a wonderfully distinctive stitching experience filled with texture, character, and nostalgic appeal.
This museum-quality full-coverage cross-stitch pattern beautifully recreates Leyendecker’s refined composition, expressive brushwork, and iconic fashion illustration style with carefully charted detail and rich tonal shading.
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Design Size:
324w x 150h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 23.14 x 10.71 inches - 588mm x 272mm
18 count: 18.00 x 8.33 inches - 457mm x 212mm
20 count: 16.20 x 7.50 inches - 411mm x 191mm
22 count: 14.73 x 6.82 inches - 374mm x 173mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 52 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
