{"product_id":"broke-city-gold-cote-mer-kimono-obi-denim-jacket-one-of-one-japanese-patchwork-harajuku-streetwear-wagara-remake","title":"Broke City Gold COTÉ MER Kimono Obi Denim Jacket, One of One Japanese Patchwork Harajuku Streetwear Wagara Remake","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1d689vf\" data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"280\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eExperimental Japanese denim trucker reconstructed with vintage obi brocade, asymmetrical kimono sleeves, exposed zippers and Broke City Gold x COTÉ MER graphics\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eA spectacular one-of-one Japanese remake jacket combining deep indigo-blue denim with a mosaic of richly woven kimono and obi textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"766\"\u003eThe conventional denim trucker silhouette has been dismantled and rebuilt into a piece of wearable textile art. Its front retains the familiar structure of a classic denim jacket, while the sleeves and back erupt into a dense collage of gold brocade, florals, geometric motifs, Japanese graphics, oversized lettering and dramatic exposed hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eAcross the upper back appears the \u003cstrong data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eBroke City Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e name in distressed gold lettering. The sleeves carry bold \u003cstrong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eCOTÉ MER\u003c\/strong\u003e branding, visually connecting the garment to the experimental Tokyo fashion world in which vintage Japanese textiles are cut apart, repositioned and transformed into contemporary streetwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eNo two sections repeat in exactly the same way. Every sleeve panel, brocade fragment and patterned block contributes a different texture, color and cultural reference, producing an intentionally irregular composition that feels closer to assemblage art than conventional denim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"28w2ni\" data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eDesign Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eThis jacket lives between several visual languages at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eIts blue denim body recalls an American trucker jacket, but the surface has been radically transformed through Japanese textile patchwork. Lustrous obi brocades introduce ceremonial gold, copper, vermilion, ivory, green, violet and black, while graphic textile fragments add bold monochrome typography and urban energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003eThe front appears relatively restrained. A pointed collar, metal buttons, chest pockets and paneled denim construction preserve the recognizable architecture of a classic trucker jacket. The sleeves then fracture that familiarity through asymmetrical bands of brocade, black graphic cloth, Japanese lettering and contrasting green rib-knit cuffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003eThe back becomes the principal statement surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003eA large rectangular patchwork field occupies most of the center, framed by twin vertical exposed zippers. The zipper tapes continue below the hem as long free-hanging extensions, giving the piece a deconstructed, almost industrial finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2606\"\u003eAbove the textile mosaic, the faded gold \u003cstrong data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003eBroke City Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e inscription appears directly on the denim yoke. It acts as a maker’s mark while maintaining the jacket’s distressed, underground character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1v3nf9r\" data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003eIdentification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"3426\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eBranding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broke City Gold and COTÉ MER\u003cbr data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2689\"\u003eGarment type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reconstructed denim trucker jacket\u003cbr data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2737\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese kimono remake \/ obi patchwork streetwear\u003cbr data-start=\"2787\" data-end=\"2790\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2807\"\u003eBase garment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appears to be constructed from a Levi’s denim trucker jacket, supported by the visible red pocket tab and classic Type III-style front construction\u003cbr data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"2976\"\u003ePrimary color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep indigo blue\u003cbr data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"2996\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003eSecondary colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold, copper, rust, black, ivory, red, green, violet and silver\u003cbr data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3084\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3096\"\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal button front\u003cbr data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3118\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3118\" data-end=\"3135\"\u003eBack details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large obi patchwork panel with twin exposed zippers\u003cbr data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3190\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003eSleeves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed kimono and obi brocade, graphic fabric and printed branding\u003cbr data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3281\"\u003eCuffs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contrasting green striped rib knit\u003cbr data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3334\"\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade reconstructed garment\u003cbr data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3368\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3368\" data-end=\"3379\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003cbr data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3414\"\u003eExact production year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unconfirmed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3428\" data-end=\"3789\"\u003eBroke City Gold has been documented as a creative project associated with musician K.A.N.T.A. and designer Norio Sato, with the kimono-applied denim jacket identified as one of the project’s defining forms. The project described its kimono jackets as handmade and one of a kind rather than standardized production garments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"15vlzhs\" data-start=\"3791\" data-end=\"3822\"\u003eThe Denim Trucker Foundation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3824\" data-end=\"3883\"\u003eThe body begins with a classic blue denim jacket structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3885\" data-end=\"4111\"\u003eThe front retains two pointed chest-pocket flaps, vertical seam construction, a turn-down collar and a row of aged metal buttons. The lower body has the cropped, squared proportions associated with traditional trucker jackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4113\" data-end=\"4324\"\u003eThe denim has been washed to a saturated medium-to-deep blue. Areas around the seams, pocket edges, collar and hem display natural tonal variation that gives the body more depth than a flat modern indigo finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4326\" data-end=\"4554\"\u003eThis relatively familiar foundation allows the textile alterations to remain the focal point. From the front, the jacket still reads as denim outerwear. From the back and side, it transforms into a dense mixed-media composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19ucn6d\" data-start=\"4556\" data-end=\"4589\"\u003eJapanese Obi Brocade Patchwork\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4591\" data-end=\"4705\"\u003eThe large back panel is assembled from numerous rectangular and irregular sections of Japanese decorative textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4707\" data-end=\"4953\"\u003eSeveral pieces display the dense metallic weaving associated with formal obi brocade. Motifs include stylized flowers, hexagonal crests, radiating floral medallions, scrolling foliage, geometric bands, fan-like forms and layered textile patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4955\" data-end=\"5000\"\u003eThe palette moves rapidly across the surface:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5002\" data-end=\"5297\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5mqcse\" data-start=\"5002\" data-end=\"5033\"\u003eGold and ivory floral brocade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9f19ux\" data-start=\"5034\" data-end=\"5074\"\u003eVermilion and cream geometric sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14nasxv\" data-start=\"5075\" data-end=\"5117\"\u003eBlack grounds with red and gold ornament\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ikgy22\" data-start=\"5118\" data-end=\"5157\"\u003eBright green and silver angular forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5ot8ck\" data-start=\"5158\" data-end=\"5191\"\u003eCopper and orange woven florals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jyr6dy\" data-start=\"5192\" data-end=\"5226\"\u003eViolet satin and metallic thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ajz5ed\" data-start=\"5227\" data-end=\"5265\"\u003ePale olive chrysanthemum-like motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ew4jg7\" data-start=\"5266\" data-end=\"5297\"\u003eMulticolored decorative bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5299\" data-end=\"5496\"\u003eSome patches have been arranged in clean rectangular blocks, while others interrupt adjoining patterns at unexpected angles. The effect resembles a textile archive compressed into a single garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5498\" data-end=\"5754\"\u003eBecause the components were cut from different reclaimed fabrics, their precise fiber content varies. The jacket combines cotton denim with silk-rich or synthetic-blend kimono and obi textiles, metallic threads, printed fabric, rib knit and metal hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bfnvhy\" data-start=\"5756\" data-end=\"5775\"\u003eBack Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5777\" data-end=\"5823\"\u003eThe back is the visual nucleus of the garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5825\" data-end=\"6061\"\u003eA rectangular panel begins below the denim yoke and extends almost to the lower hem. Its central section contains a large red-and-gold floral medallion on black, surrounded by fragments in green, orange, violet, cream and metallic gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6063\" data-end=\"6275\"\u003eThe patchwork is framed by two long silver-tone zippers set into black zipper tape. Their pullers sit near the lower section of the textile field, while the open zipper tails extend dramatically below the jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6277\" data-end=\"6499\"\u003eThese hanging elements exaggerate the jacket’s vertical movement and reinforce its reconstructed character. Rather than hiding the garment’s hardware, the design makes the mechanics of assembly part of the visual language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6501\" data-end=\"6699\"\u003eThe blue denim remains exposed around the panel, preventing the dense brocade from overwhelming the garment’s structure. The result is a controlled collision between workwear and ceremonial textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"fqya14\" data-start=\"6701\" data-end=\"6728\"\u003eBroke City Gold Branding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6730\" data-end=\"6784\"\u003eThe upper back bears a faded gold inscription reading:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6786\" data-end=\"6805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6786\" data-end=\"6805\"\u003eBROKE CITY GOLD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6807\" data-end=\"6913\"\u003eIts distressed surface complements the washed denim rather than appearing as a newly applied, glossy logo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6915\" data-end=\"7187\"\u003ePlaced above the brocade panel, the lettering functions almost like the title of an artwork. The contrast is striking: an urban English-language name floating above fragments of formal Japanese textile traditionally associated with celebration, ceremony and refined dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7189\" data-end=\"7440\"\u003eThe Broke City Gold project has explicitly identified kimono-applied denim as central to its aesthetic, positioning the design as a meeting point between Japanese heritage material and contemporary street culture. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bny2t3\" data-start=\"7442\" data-end=\"7469\"\u003eCOTÉ MER Graphic Sleeves\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7471\" data-end=\"7532\"\u003eThe sleeves are built from several different textile systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7534\" data-end=\"7757\"\u003eUpper sections feature ornate kimono and obi brocades in gold, rust, black, cream and muted floral colors. Some panels show large radiating motifs, while others contain chrysanthemums, leaves and scrolling decorative forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7759\" data-end=\"7844\"\u003eAcross the forearms are broad black sections printed with oversized silver lettering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7846\" data-end=\"7858\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"7846\" data-end=\"7858\"\u003eCOTÉ MER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7860\" data-end=\"8007\"\u003eAdditional lower-sleeve panels incorporate monochrome Japanese typography, graphic imagery, brush-like marks and occasional yellow or blue accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8009\" data-end=\"8278\"\u003eThe arrangement differs between the left and right sleeves. This asymmetry is fundamental to the piece. One arm emphasizes gold circular ornament and green geometric textile; the other introduces black floral brocade, copper leaves and more pronounced graphic branding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8280\" data-end=\"8441\"\u003eThe sleeves terminate in green rib-knit cuffs with contrasting pale stripes. The sporty ribbing acts as a visual full stop after the complexity of the patchwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8443\" data-end=\"8645\"\u003eCOTÉ MER continues to describe its kimono-remake garments as handmade one-of-one pieces made by transforming vintage Japanese textiles into contemporary streetwear. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1dyfwua\" data-start=\"8647\" data-end=\"8680\"\u003eConstruction and Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8682\" data-end=\"8755\"\u003eThe garment demonstrates a highly labor-intensive reconstruction process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8757\" data-end=\"8936\"\u003eIndividual textile fragments were first selected for differences in pattern, color, scale and sheen. They were then cut, arranged and stitched across the original denim structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8938\" data-end=\"9208\"\u003eThe sleeves involve multiple curved and straight joins, requiring the woven textiles to conform to the shape and movement of the arms. The back patchwork has been assembled separately before being integrated into the denim body and bordered with exposed zipper hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9210\" data-end=\"9239\"\u003eConstruction details include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"9241\" data-end=\"9691\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1imhisd\" data-start=\"9241\" data-end=\"9276\"\u003eReclaimed blue denim trucker body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18q04ww\" data-start=\"9277\" data-end=\"9325\"\u003eIndividually cut kimono and obi textile panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ph5nqe\" data-start=\"9326\" data-end=\"9350\"\u003eMetallic woven brocade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ljfp1x\" data-start=\"9351\" data-end=\"9394\"\u003eMixed straight and shaped patchwork seams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10i8ens\" data-start=\"9395\" data-end=\"9431\"\u003eContrasting graphic-fabric inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9mok8b\" data-start=\"9432\" data-end=\"9457\"\u003eTwin back-panel zippers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nvm3gy\" data-start=\"9458\" data-end=\"9495\"\u003eExtended zipper tapes below the hem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qbena4\" data-start=\"9496\" data-end=\"9532\"\u003eOriginal-style denim chest pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ql9he6\" data-start=\"9533\" data-end=\"9553\"\u003eMetal button front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9ogdef\" data-start=\"9554\" data-end=\"9584\"\u003eGreen striped rib-knit cuffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u2bgp0\" data-start=\"9585\" data-end=\"9616\"\u003eDistressed gold back branding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"knq4w8\" data-start=\"9617\" data-end=\"9645\"\u003eCOTÉ MER sleeve typography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ful1fs\" data-start=\"9646\" data-end=\"9691\"\u003eIntentional raw and deconstructed finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9693\" data-end=\"9875\"\u003eSmall irregularities in pattern alignment, thread tension and patch shape are part of the handmade construction and distinguish the jacket from digitally printed imitation patchwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ymw3ij\" data-start=\"9877\" data-end=\"9907\"\u003eMotifs and Textile Language\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9909\" data-end=\"10034\"\u003eThe textiles bring together multiple Japanese decorative traditions without reproducing a single complete kimono composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"10036\" data-end=\"10235\"\u003eFloral forms resembling chrysanthemums and stylized blossoms appear throughout the sleeves and back. Chrysanthemum motifs are historically associated with longevity, refinement and the autumn season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"10237\" data-end=\"10472\"\u003eHexagonal and radiating geometric patterns contribute a sense of structure. Gold and silver threads introduce the brilliance associated with formal obi, while black grounds allow red, orange and ivory motifs to appear especially vivid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"10474\" data-end=\"10710\"\u003eBecause the original textiles have been fragmented and rearranged, traditional motifs are encountered in partial form. A flower may continue only to the edge of a patch; a geometric band may abruptly meet a completely different pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"10712\" data-end=\"10911\"\u003eThis fragmentation gives the jacket its contemporary power. The textiles retain their Japanese visual identity, but their original hierarchy has been dismantled and rewritten into a new urban object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ifsqio\" data-start=\"10913\" data-end=\"10942\"\u003ePeriod and Fashion Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"10944\" data-end=\"11044\"\u003eThe garment is most consistent with the late-2010s Japanese remake and Harajuku streetwear movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11046\" data-end=\"11324\"\u003eBroke City Gold was documented in Tokyo fashion media during this period, including street-style appearances featuring denim and kimono jackets. The project also collaborated within Japan’s broader sneaker, music and street-fashion culture. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11326\" data-end=\"11575\"\u003eThe exact production year of this individual jacket is not established, but its dual branding, graphic treatments, oversized zipper details and densely reconstructed kimono textiles align closely with Broke City Gold’s documented creative direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11577\" data-end=\"11702\"\u003eIt should be regarded as a contemporary Japanese designer remake rather than an antique or conventional vintage denim jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"11704\" data-end=\"11716\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11718\" data-end=\"11853\"\u003eGood pre-owned condition with signs of previous wear and handmade reconstruction consistent with the garment’s deconstructed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11855\" data-end=\"11986\"\u003eThe denim displays natural fading, tonal variation and light surface wear, particularly around seams, pocket edges, collar and hem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"11988\" data-end=\"12211\"\u003eThe brocade sections show minor rippling, scattered thread movement and occasional surface irregularities expected from reclaimed woven textiles. The different fabrics naturally react to tension and light in different ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12213\" data-end=\"12414\"\u003eSome raw edges, loose thread ends, extended zipper tapes and irregular seams are intentional components of the design. Light fraying is visible near portions of the lower denim and reconstructed areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12416\" data-end=\"12560\"\u003eThe printed sleeve graphics remain strong and clearly legible. The metallic brocades retain vivid gold, copper, red, green and ivory coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12562\" data-end=\"12699\"\u003eThe metal buttons and long exposed zippers are present. No major structural tear or extensive loss is apparent in the photographed areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12701\" data-end=\"12864\"\u003eAs with any one-of-one reconstructed garment, the photographs form an important part of the condition description and should be examined carefully before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"o2m1ar\" data-start=\"12866\" data-end=\"12898\"\u003eApproximate Flat Measurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12900\" data-end=\"12984\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"12900\" data-end=\"12946\"\u003eBack length from upper collar area to hem:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 59–60 cm \/ 23.2–23.6 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"12986\" data-end=\"13049\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"12986\" data-end=\"13011\"\u003eBody width laid flat:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 59–60 cm \/ 23.2–23.6 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13051\" data-end=\"13124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"13051\" data-end=\"13086\"\u003eUnderarm sleeve length to cuff:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 50–52 cm \/ 19.7–20.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13126\" data-end=\"13282\"\u003eMeasurements were taken with the garment laid flat and may vary slightly according to positioning, patchwork tension and the natural structure of the denim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13284\" data-end=\"13431\"\u003ePlease compare these measurements with a jacket that fits comfortably, particularly when planning to layer the piece over knitwear or a sweatshirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1hvyv88\" data-start=\"13433\" data-end=\"13458\"\u003eSilhouette and Styling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13460\" data-end=\"13562\"\u003eThe jacket has a cropped, boxy silhouette with substantial visual weight through the sleeves and back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13564\" data-end=\"13831\"\u003eIts blue denim front can be styled as an anchor against black trousers, wide-leg denim, cargo pants or minimalist tailoring. When viewed from behind, the brocade mosaic becomes the dominant feature, making the piece especially effective in layered streetwear styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"13833\" data-end=\"14042\"\u003eThe warm metallic textiles work well with earth tones, black, olive, indigo and muted neutrals. Bright colors can also be pulled directly from the patchwork, including vermilion, lime green, violet and copper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14044\" data-end=\"14238\"\u003eBecause each sleeve is different, the jacket changes character according to the viewing angle. One side emphasizes formal gold textile; the other foregrounds graphic branding and floral brocade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14240\" data-end=\"14268\"\u003eIt is equally compelling as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"14270\" data-end=\"14510\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12g1xrn\" data-start=\"14270\" data-end=\"14291\"\u003eHarajuku streetwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"k51lq\" data-start=\"14292\" data-end=\"14319\"\u003eJapanese designer fashion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l0x6mb\" data-start=\"14320\" data-end=\"14355\"\u003eFestival or performance outerwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"515i4d\" data-start=\"14356\" data-end=\"14380\"\u003eGallery-event clothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13kcgv\" data-start=\"14381\" data-end=\"14400\"\u003eEditorial styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iqs4pq\" data-start=\"14401\" data-end=\"14435\"\u003eGender-neutral statement fashion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1frgmki\" data-start=\"14436\" data-end=\"14487\"\u003eA display piece within a kimono-remake collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16ropi1\" data-start=\"14488\" data-end=\"14510\"\u003eWearable textile art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1khk2k2\" data-start=\"14512\" data-end=\"14532\"\u003eCollecting Appeal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14534\" data-end=\"14657\"\u003eThis jacket sits at the intersection of Japanese textile heritage, American denim culture and independent Tokyo streetwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"14659\" data-end=\"14703\"\u003eIts strongest collecting attributes include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"14705\" data-end=\"15166\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h4caj2\" data-start=\"14705\" data-end=\"14736\"\u003eBroke City Gold back branding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o88bju\" data-start=\"14737\" data-end=\"14763\"\u003eCOTÉ MER sleeve graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a2vyd2\" data-start=\"14764\" data-end=\"14800\"\u003eProbable Levi’s trucker foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fx7dki\" data-start=\"14801\" data-end=\"14835\"\u003eHandmade one-of-one construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3reyos\" data-start=\"14836\" data-end=\"14868\"\u003eExtensive Japanese obi brocade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w1sysb\" data-start=\"14869\" data-end=\"14905\"\u003eAsymmetrical reconstructed sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ul3v1g\" data-start=\"14906\" data-end=\"14942\"\u003eLarge central patchwork back panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6wsh30\" data-start=\"14943\" data-end=\"14974\"\u003eTwin exposed zipper treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1frmpd5\" data-start=\"14975\" data-end=\"15025\"\u003eStrong Harajuku and underground-fashion identity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8ukyk2\" data-start=\"15026\" data-end=\"15071\"\u003eDistinct visual appearance from every angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z93yk\" data-start=\"15072\" data-end=\"15125\"\u003eWearable proportions despite elaborate construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d2iwkg\" data-start=\"15126\" data-end=\"15166\"\u003eNo identical mass-produced counterpart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"15168\" data-end=\"15455\"\u003eThe jacket is particularly attractive to collectors who value process and material rather than conventional luxury branding. Its appeal comes from the evidence of transformation: visible seams, interrupted motifs, exposed hardware and textiles that retain traces of their previous lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"15457\" data-end=\"15644\"\u003eComparable garments are difficult to value through ordinary denim categories because each uses a different combination of source jacket, kimono fabric, construction and graphic treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xvzvcg\" data-start=\"15646\" data-end=\"15653\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"15655\" data-end=\"15722\"\u003eThe garment combines fabrics with very different care requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"15724\" data-end=\"15957\"\u003eDenim, metallic brocade, printed cloth and rib knit may react differently to moisture, friction and heat. Repeated machine washing could distort the patchwork, damage metallic threads or cause dye transfer between adjoining sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"15959\" data-end=\"16016\"\u003eProfessional specialist cleaning is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"16018\" data-end=\"16280\"\u003eStore the jacket on a broad padded hanger to support the shoulders. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which may fade the indigo denim and weaken older textile fibers. Allow the garment to air naturally after wear rather than sealing it immediately inside plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13qrwjb\" data-start=\"16282\" data-end=\"16313\"\u003eShipping and Purchase Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"16315\" data-end=\"16397\"\u003eThis one-of-one reconstructed jacket is sold in its photographed, as-is condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"16399\" data-end=\"16636\"\u003ePlease review all photographs, measurements and condition details carefully before purchasing. Variations in stitching, raw edges, extended zipper tapes, mismatched patterns and textile irregularities are integral to the handmade design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"16638\" data-end=\"16820\"\u003eDue to the collectible and individually constructed nature of the garment, all sales are final. Returns, exchanges, cancellations and post-delivery condition claims are not accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"16822\" data-end=\"16930\"\u003eWorldwide shipping is available from Japan by tracked EMS or another suitable insured international service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"16932\" data-end=\"17146\"\u003eOrders are normally prepared for dispatch within 3–5 business days. The jacket will be folded carefully, protected against moisture and packed securely to reduce pressure on the brocade and exposed zipper hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17148\" data-end=\"17266\"\u003eImport duties, local taxes, customs fees and destination-country handling charges are the responsibility of the buyer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17268\" data-end=\"17356\"\u003eReasonable offers may be considered. Some prices are flexible, while others remain firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17372\" data-end=\"17821\"\u003e#BrokeCityGold #CoteMer #KimonoJacket #ObiJacket #KimonoRemake #JapaneseStreetwear #HarajukuFashion #TokyoStreetwear #PatchworkJacket #DenimJacket #UpcycledFashion #ReworkedDenim #OneOfOneFashion #JapaneseDenim #WagaraFashion #ObiBrocade #KimonoTextile #WearableArt #DesignerStreetwear #AvantGardeFashion #UnisexJacket #StatementJacket #TextileArt #JapaneseFashion #ReconstructedFashion #IndigoDenim #BrocadeJacket #SlowFashion #ArtToWear #Japonista\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17845\" data-end=\"18070\"\u003ebroke city gold, cote mer jacket, kimono denim jacket, obi patchwork, japanese streetwear, harajuku jacket, one of one jacket, upcycled denim, wagara fashion, designer denim, remake jacket, statement jacket, unisex streetwear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19cou3w\" data-start=\"18072\" data-end=\"18089\"\u003eMaterial Tags\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18091\" data-end=\"18303\"\u003ecotton denim, Japanese obi textile, kimono brocade, metallic thread, woven jacquard, printed cotton, graphic fabric, rib knit, polyester thread, metal buttons, metal zippers, zipper tape, mixed reclaimed textiles\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Vintage, Antiques and Art Collector \/ Curator \/ Personal Shopper From Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52893817471269,"sku":null,"price":980.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/94776E9E-F556-4290-8B82-DD88F36F66D3.jpg?v=1785231366","url":"https:\/\/japonista.com\/products\/broke-city-gold-cote-mer-kimono-obi-denim-jacket-one-of-one-japanese-patchwork-harajuku-streetwear-wagara-remake","provider":"Japonista","version":"1.0","type":"link"}