Undercoverism AW2005 Arts and Crafts Studded Lamb Leather Blouson, Pile-Lined, Vintage Finish, Black, Size 2

A studded lamb leather blouson from Undercoverism’s Autumn-Winter 2005 Arts and Crafts season, finished with an original aged patina, a deep pile collar and lining and rows of studs across the pocket flaps.

The Piece

Autumn-Winter 2005, Arts and Crafts, is the season many Undercover collectors regard as Jun Takahashi’s most complete statement on handwork. After the punk deconstruction of the early 2000s he turned towards patina, mending and the hand of the maker, and the leathers from that winter are among the most sought pieces of the whole archive. This blouson has also been singled out in Japanese media by the designer of Porter Classic as a personal favourite.

It is cut from soft lamb leather that was given its worn, broken-in finish at the factory, so the creasing and tonal variation across the body are original to the design rather than age. A tall pile collar can be worn up or folded, and the same dense pile lines the body. Two slanted lower pockets are trimmed with rows of small studs, a zip runs at each cuff and the back is cut with a seamed yoke and waist zip detail.

The interior carries the Undercoverism For Rebels label in orange on black, size 2, made in Japan by Under Cover. Undercoverism was the menswear line of that period, and its labels are a reliable marker of the era.

Size 2 corresponds roughly to a men’s medium. It wears close and warm, with the collar framing the face. For a collector of Takahashi leathers, this is a cornerstone piece.

Details

• Designer: Jun Takahashi for Undercoverism
• Season: Autumn-Winter 2005, Arts and Crafts
• Model / ref: Studded lamb leather blouson
• Material: Lamb leather with pile collar and lining
• Colour: Black with aged vintage finish
• Made in: Japan
• Tagged size: 2
• Measurements: Available on request
• Included: Jacket only

Condition

• Pre-owned archive piece of about twenty years.
• The aged, broken-in leather finish is original to the design.
• Pile collar and lining intact; studs present on both pocket trims.
• Detailed measurements and further close-up images available on request before purchase.

Condition grade AB on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.

Authenticity & Care

The labels, materials, stitching, hardware and construction are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch; anything that cannot be confirmed is stated plainly in the description. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Condition the leather sparingly once or twice a year, keep away from heat and damp, and store on a broad padded hanger.

Delivery from Japan

Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Every sale is final; please ask anything before you buy, and see our published policy.

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