Bellevue Coronation Coach - Woman's Dark Tee

Bellevue Coronation Coach – Women’s Dark Tee

By Westport Harbor – Vintage Newport Style Meets Everyday Elegance

The Bellevue Coronation Coach – Women’s Dark Tee. Crafted for women who appreciate historic beauty and coastal charm, this shirt draws inspiration from the golden coronation coach hand-built by the Tinney family at Belcourt Castle—a past Newport landmark that blends architectural wonder and pageantry.

The Story Behind the Design

In the late 1960s, the Tinney family of Belcourt Castle created a stunning hand-carved, 23-carat gold-painted coronation coach, weighing around four tons, and used it for celebrations at the former Belcourt Castle on Bellevue Avenue. Designed as a replica royal carriage, the coach represents Newport’s history of opulence and theatrical flair. It became a beloved local treasure—later displayed at community events like Trinity Church's pumpkin patch .

The Bellevue Coronation Coach tee pays tribute to that spirit of craftsmanship and showmanship, transforming a historic legend into wearable art.

• 100% combed & ring-spun cotton (Heather colors may contain polyester)

• Lightweight 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²) fabric — soft, breathable, perfect for layering

• Pre-shrunk for reliable sizing

• Side-seamed for a flattering fit

• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping for enhanced durability

• Elegant gold-coach inspired white graphic on deep navy or charcoal

• Designed to flatter—both smartly casual and effortlessly stylish